New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
Metzeler ME1 tire
Any roadracer can tell you that nothing sticks like slicks. But because most production-class rules require DOT-approved tires, Metzeler offers the ME1, which is real racing rubber with the DOT stamp. The ME1 shares the same dual-aramidbelt construction found in Metzeler's high-performance street tires, but uses softer rubber and a different tread pattern. Only one size is currently available, a 170/60 VB 18. For more information, contact Metzeler, 144 Railroad Ave., Suite 215, Edmonds, WA 98020, or call toll-free 1-800-824-0313.
White Power Superbike shock
You say your shock’s damping has gone south and transformed Old Faithful into Old Wobbler? Take heart; White Brothers has a White Power Super Adjuster Superbike shock just for you. The remote-reservoir shock features separate adjustments for compression and rebound damping, and there’s a full range of spring rates available to suit your bike and riding style. And each shock comes with this 60-day set-up guarantee: If the shock doesn’t perform correctly, White Brothers will alter it for free. White Power Superbike Shocks are available for all latemodel, single-shock sportbikes, and have a suggested retail price of $395. To find out more, contact White Brothers, 11750 Seaboard Circle, Stanton, CA 90680.
Husky Products pipes
These replacement pipes are said to be less prone to denting, provide better ground clearance and improve performance. They are available for all 1985 model 250, 400 and 500cc two-stroke Huskys for $129.95 at Husqvarna dealers.
Thermotex heated suit
Designed to be worn as an outside garment or under a rainsuit, the Thermotex suit generates 48 watts worth of warmth when connected to a 12-volt battery. A supplied extension cord connects the suit to the motorcycle’s battery, or an optional cigarette-lighter cord plugs into the lighter socket. Other options include glove liners that connect to plug-ins on the suit’s wrists ($37.95); foot warmers that plug into receptacles on the lower legs of the suit ($37.95); and a temperature control unit that goes for $29.95. For more information contact Centurion Ltd., 18146 Sherman Way, Bldg. 5, No. 22, Reseda, CA 91306; (818) 348-9880.
CLP ceramic helmets
CLP’S full-coverage ceramic helmets might not meet Snell standards, but that’s not the point. The CLP hats are small helmet-replicas complete with flip-up faceshields, suitable for use as ashtrays, paperclip holders or what have you. They’re available in Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha team colors, and they retail for $16.95, plus $3 for handling, from CLP, 27 Warren St., Hackensack, NJ 07601; (201) 487-5577.
Motorcycle publications catalog
Try—just try—to find books about motorcycling at your local Top-40 bookstore. At best you’ll find old Clymer manuals for CB350 Hondas, and little else. For a larger selection, though, browse through Hosking Cycle Works’ 1986 catalog, which boasts more than 500 titles, covering motorcycling from Ace to Zundapp. Hosking’s even has “Tax Guide for Racers,’’ to help privateers keep more of their hard-earned money, and the guide itself is tax-deductible. To get your catalog, send $l to Hosking Cycle Works, RFD#l Box 136, Accord, NY 12404.
