New Ideas

NEW IDEAS

STOP MOTORCYCLE ALARMS

STOP Anti-Theft Systems (P.O. Box 456, Beaverton, OR 97075; 800/5367852) has announced its new line of motorcycle security systems. The S-300 Professional ($200) has a radar proximity sensor designed to warn potential thieves before they touch the bike. Other standard features include an electronic impact sensor, ignition-tamper protection and remote-control operation. STOP also offers the less-expensive S-100 ($100) and S-200 ($150), both of which can be upgraded to offer the same protection as the top-of-the-line S-300, says the manufacturer.

ARAI DUAL-PURPOSE HELMET

Arai’s DOTand Snell 90-approved DS Dual Sport helmet features both off-road and street configurations. Other highlights include a tool-less faceshield-changing system, a one-piece EPS-lined rock guard, a removable rubber breath mask and a host of intake and exhaust vents. Five versions-white ($432), black ($442) and three multi-color Djin styles ($498)-are available, each in XS-XXL sizes. A faceshield, off-road visor and conversion parts are included. For more information, contact your local dealer or Arai Helmets U.S.A., Dept. DSPR, P.O. Box 9485, Daytona Beach, FL 34120; 717/682-8001.

CARBON WORKS GAUGE AND TRIPLE-TREE PANELS

Enhance the appearance of your late-model repli-racer with a Carbon Works Gauge Panel or Triple Tree Cover from Lockhart Phillips, U.S.A. (991 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA 92673; 714/498-9090). The carbon-fiber and composite panels are available for most modern sportbikes, and mount with supplied hardware and double-sided tape. Suggested retail prices for the Carbon Works Gauge Panel and Triple Tree Cover are $25 and $20, from motorcycle dealers.

COBRA BOULEVARD FATTY SHOTGUN EXHAUST

Interested in customizing your 600 or 1100cc Honda Shadow? Why not consider a Boulevard Fatty Shotgun exhaust system from Cobra Engineering (4760 E. Bryson St., Anaheim, CA 92807; 714/779-7798). The 2 1/4-inch, triple-chrome-plated steel pipes are designed to completely replace the stock exhaust system, and feature removable baffles. The Boulevard Fatty Shotgun exhaust retails for $250 from motorcycle dealers. Rejetting is required, says Cobra, which offers the appropriate kit for an additional $80. □