New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
ACERBIS LADY PROTON CHEST PROTECTOR
The Lady Proton chest protector from Acerbis is designed specifically for women. Injection molded for comfort and protection, it features full chest and back protection, foamcovered edges and removable upperarm guards. The Lady Proton costs $110 from motorcycle dealers or direct from Acerbis USA, 9402 Wheatlands Ct., Suite A, Santee, CA 92071; 619/562-1440.
SIMPLE SOLUTIONS GRUNGE BRUSH
The next time you need to clean your drive chain, you might try the Grunge Brush from Simple Solutions (P.O. Box 61033, Sunnyvale, CA 94086; 800/636-1919). Equipped with adjustable, oil-resistant bristles, the brush is intended for all motorcycle chains, including O-ring applications. The plastic brush costs $10 from motorcycle dealers or Simple Solutions.
HOLESHOT CARB-SYNC GAUGES
Holeshot Performance Products suggests its vacuum gauges as a relatively inexpensive way to synchronize carburetors. Damped to resist vibration, the gauges were developed for two-, threeand four-cylinder applications. Adapters, hoses and T-fittings are included. The gauges cost $160 from motorcycle dealers or direct from Holeshot Performance Products, 320 Babe Thompson Road, La Selva, CA 95076; 408/761-2808.
PROTECH LEATHER JACKETS
In the market for leather riding gear, but on a tight budget? Check out the latest 101V jacket from Protech Leather Apparel (40 Christa McAuliffe Blvd., Plymouth, MA 02360; 800/633-0092). Made from genuine cowhide, it’s ventilated in the front, back and arms, and has a snap-in Thinsulate liner. Available for $299 from motorcycle dealers, the jacket is sold in sizes 36-54 for men and 6-24 for women, in black only.
SLIME SELF-HEALING TUBE
Rocks, cactus needles and other sharp objects may no longer be a threat to off-road riders, thanks to the Slime Self-Healing Tube from Access Marketing (P.O. Box 3109, Shell Beach, CA 93448; 805/489-0490). The rubber tubes are pre-treated with Slime tire adhesive, which is said to seal punctures. Available for $20 from motorcycle dealers, the tubes are designed to fit 18-, 19and 21inch rims.
SYSTEM 1 OIL FILTER
System 1 now offers a permanent spin-on oil filter for late-model Harley-Davidsons. Weighing approximately 7 ounces, the woven stainless-steel element makes traditional disposable filters obsolete, says the company. Ranging in price from $87 to $97, the unit’s aluminum housing comes chromed, anodized or powdercoated to match your bike. For details, contact your local motorcycle dealer or System 1 Filtration, P.O. Box 1097, Tulare, CA 93275; 209/687-1955.
RED LINE WATERWETTER
If your liquid-cooled engine overheats under racing conditions, you might want to consider WaterWetter from Red Line Synthetic Oil Corp. (3450 Pacheco Blvd., Martinez, CA 94553; 800/624-7958). When added to coolant systems, WaterWetter is said to improve heat transfer, reduce cylinder-head temperature, minimize corrosion, and clean and lubricate waterpump seals. Available in 12ounce bottles, WaterWetter costs $8 from motorcycle dealers or direct from Red Line.
VANCE & HINES CRUISER EXHAUST SYSTEM
A veteran in the high-performance dragracing and sportbike market, Vance & Hines is now tackling the cruiser crowd. Available with fishtail, slash-cut or straight-cut tips, its cruiser exhaust system boasts fulllength heat shields said to camouflage heat-related discoloration. Billet-aluminum end caps and double-nickel plating are also standard. Suggested retail for a complete system ranges from $500 to $580 from motorcycle dealers. For specific applications, contact Vance & Hines, 14010 Marquardt, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670; 310/921-7461.
LOK DOWN TIE-DOWN SYSTEM
Lok Down’s motorcycle tie-down system is said to be the best anti-theft protection for bike hauling short of a 357 Magnum. Adjustable over a 13inch range and boasting a certified break strength of 6200 pounds, the internally damped design secures unfaired bikes to pick-up beds and trailer floors with a combination of steel rods and tubes, webbed strapping and pick-resistant locks. Suggested retail price is $170 from Lok Down, P.O. Box 88, Franklin Springs, GA 30639; 800/LOK-DOWN.
