New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
SANTA CRUZ H-D BOMBER BIKES
Inspired by a certain Indian bob-job we know of, Harley dealer Mike James built this Bomber Bike. The first in a limited-edition series, the Softail-based custom was torn apart and rebuilt by hand. It boasts special paint, a distressed-leather saddle, a cleaner-looking frame and extensive engine mods. Plus, everyone’s airbrush artist of choice Dawne Holmes provides the pin-up gas tank art. Her talent is also seen airbrushed on a matching leather bomber jacket that accompanies each bike. Pricing starts at $35,000. Santa Cruz Harley-Davidson, 1148 So quel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95062; 831/421-9600
MECHANIX WEAR M-PACT GLOVES
Mechanix Wear’s M-Pact Gloves are not for the faint of heart. Designed for hard-working mechanics, the machine-washable gloves are constructed with flexible yet abrasion-resistant material. They have padding at the palms, thumbs and index fingers, molded Thermoweld over the knuckles and reinforced fingertips. Available in a host of colors and sizes, they cost $35 per pair. Mechanix Wear, 24950 Anza Dr., Valencia, CA 91355; 661/257-0474
FOX RACING SHOX R SERIES SHOCKS
Fox Racing Shox is celebrating its silver anniversary in style. The firm is commemorating the event with its new R Series Shocks. Designed to fit Honda’s CBR600F4 and Yamaha’s YZF-R6 models, the $735 shock features a billet-aluminum body and a titanium/aluminum ride-height adjuster. R6 applications come with horizontal piggy-back reservoirs. Fox Racing Shox, 3641 Charter Park Dr., San Jose, CA 95136; 408/269-9201
IPF WHITEMAX BULBS
The IPF Headlight Replacement System could be called an enlightening product... Okay, sorry. Overt wordplay aside, IPF’s Whitemax Bulbs are designed to burn brighter than stock, but without drawing additional amps. They fit most streetbikes, use existing wires and plugs, and cost $42 apiece. ARB USA, 20 S. Spokane St., Seattle, WA 98134; 206/264-1669
FULMER AF-300 GRAPHICS
Fulmer has revitalized the appearance of its venerable AF-300 helmet. While the company’s popular lid retains its standard padded interior and adjustable chin-and-forehead ventilation, it’s gotten some extra oomph for its clear-coat, fiberglass shell. In other words, new graphics. Four funky color combinations are now available for the $99 helmet, which comes in sizes S-XXL. Fulmer Helmets, 122 Gayoso Ave., Memphis, TN 38103; 901/522-1222
FAST BY FERRACCI FLYWHEEL
When it comes to tricking out sexy Italian sportbikes (read: Ducatis), the folks at Fast By Ferracci have a stellar track record. Take, for example, their billetaluminum flywheel. Said to aid engine acceleration, it’s lighter than stock and fits most late-model Ducatis. Suggested retail price ranges from $189 to $249, depending on application. Fast By Ferracci, 1901 Davisville Rd., Willow Grove, PA 19090; 215/657-1276
ALPINESTARS DYNO JACKET
Leave it to Alpinestars to provide protective motorcycling apparel that doesn’t incur the wrath of the fashion police. Case in point, the Dyno Jacket. Available in four color combos, the full-grain leather wrap comes with a nylon liner, polyester padding and armor at the elbows and shoulders. The Dyno comes in men’s sizes 36-46, and its suggested retail price is $450. Alpinestars USA, 3860 Del Amo Blvd., #401 Torrance, CA 90503; 310/542-5996
BERG RACING KX60 GRAPHICS/SEAT KIT
Berg Racing just can’t leave Kawasaki’s KX60 alone. First the firm offered up a nifty automatic clutch for the mini, and now it’s put together a Graphics/Seat Kit to give the little KX big-bike sizzle. Available in Factory or Automatic versions, the $130 kit comes with stickers for the front and rear fenders, swingarm and fuel tank. Number-plate background and grippy seat cover are also included. Berg Racing, 2291 1/2 S. Grand Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705; 714/754-1918
