New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
Mikuni Carburetor Pocket Tuner
Singer Joe Walsh said you can tune a piano, but you can’t tune a fish. Well, with Mikuni’s pocket tuner, you can at least tune your carburetor. You use the Tuner to determine the correct jetting, taking into consideration the altitude and temperature. You can use the Tuner on two-stroke or four-stroke engines, and on single-or multi-cylinder engines. Suggested price is $2.95. For more information, see your local dealer or contact: Mikuni American Corporation, 8910 Mikuni Avenue, Northridge, CA 91324; (818) 885-1242.
H20 Helmet Visor
There you are, closing in on the leaders, but you’re hot and thirsty. You can’t stop for a drink, but at least with the H20 visor, you can take in energy-producing liquids without stopping or even slowing down. Designed to hold up to 10 ounces of liquid, the visor has a clipon siphon tube that allows the wearer to sip without stopping. The $29.99 visor mounts to any style open-face or full-face helmet, and is available in team colors. For more information contact Uncle Moon Designs, P.O. Box 2089, Redondo Beach, CA 90278; (213) 533-1849.
CTG Fluid
No, it’s not a drink, it’s a special, high-viscosity suspension fluid designed specifically for cartridge-type forks. Claimed to reduce wear, improve oil-seal life and reduce stiction, this new Bel-Ray suspension fluid comes in a one-quart bottle for $6.95. It’s available at Bel-Ray dealers or get more information from Bel-Ray, P.O. Box 526, Farmington, NJ 07727: (201) 938-2421.
Lowell T-Torker
Anyone who has tried to use most motorcycle tool kits knows about the poor quality of the tools. But quality aftermarket tools are usually too big to fit into a bike’s toolkit space, so the small Lowell T-Torker just might be a wonder device for motorcyclists. This compact T-handle torque wrench features a self-locking, reversing collar to disengage the ratchet mechanism for conventional loosening, and it can be supplied with a hex socket set and various screwdriver bits. Priced from $24, depending on the shaft length, drive type and socket set, the T-Torker is available from Lowell Corporation, 97 Temple St., P.O. Box 15053, Worcester, MA, 01615; (508) 756-5103.
Motorcycle Touring: An International Directory
If you love motorcycling, if you love traveling to the far corners of the globe, then you might want to leave room in your saddlebag for this directory. The 328-page, softbound book is packed with valuable information, including: major U.S. and international motorcycle rides and rallies; where to rent motorcycles; motorcycle transport companies; and a useful international weather chart. The directory also provides information on 145 different trips and gives background information on 33 tour operators. To order a copy of the $19.95 directory, contact Whitehorse Press, 154 West Brookline Street, Boston, MA 02118; or call (800) 842-7077.
