New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
Omar’s Norton Manx Conversion Kit
What to do when the irresistible lure of a cafe-racer is only a little less overwhelming than the cost? Why, cheat a little, of course! Omar’s Dirt Track Racing has a Norton Manx Conversion Kit that fits 1970-78 Yamaha 650cc Twins. What you get (and it’s quite a lot, actually) is a bikini fairing with windscreen, fork boots, clubman handlebar, a 3.6-gallon fiberglass gas tank, one-piece seat/fender complete with numberplates, taillight, 2-into-2 exhaust system, rearsets and graphics. Installation is up to you. The kit costs $2695, but the price of a used Yammie varies. Obviously.
Omar’s Dirt Track Racing, 14475 23rd Ave. North, Plymouth, MN 55447; 612/745-2255
Marsee Cooling Vest
When the mercury rises, lower your body temperature with Marsee’s Cooling Hydroweave Vest. The lightweight, breathable garment works like this: Soak it in cold water for 5 minutes, wring out extra water, then put it on and wear it against your skin (you know, under your gear). According to Marsee, cooling time ranges from 4 to 6 hours, depending on temps and humidity. Available in sizes XS-XL, it costs $125.
Marsee, P. O. Box 2588, Temecula, CA 92590; 800/293-2400; www.marseeproducts.com
Moose Mud-Proof Solid Rotors
On the one hand, roosting through wet, sticky mud can be Big Fun. On the other, it can muck up your bike’s brakes. Unless you’ve fitted Moose’s Mud-Proof Solid Rotors. Manufactured from high-carboncontent stainless steel, the laser-cut discs are sold minus those infuriating, mud-attracting holes found on other rotors. The angle here, you see, is less wear on your pads. They fit most late-model dirtbikes, and cost $130 per rotor.
Parts Unlimited, 3501 Kennedy Rd., Janesville, Wl 53545; 800/3691000; www.mooseoffroad.com
BKS Leathers
The latest in cool cowhide comes in the form of England’s BKS Leathers, now available stateside. Shown here is the GP100. Featuring top-grain leather construction, the water-resistant suit has the company’s adjustable Suproflex armor throughout, an elasticized waist, hip and back protectors, and double leather at impact zones. The one-piece garment is available in sizes XSXL. Suggested retail is $1999.
Headhunter Racing, 2180 Marshall Ave., St. Paul, MN55104; 651/645-9433; www.headhunterracing.com
D&D Show And Go Exhaust System
Exhausts don’t get much showier than D&D’s appropriately named Show And Go system. For the Triumph Thunderbird Sport owner who wants to spice up his steed, the 3-into-3 full system benefits from the company’s 28 years of building racing exhausts. It’s said to add horsepower, reduce weight and look damn fine while doing so. Chrome-plated steel headers, reverse-megaphone pipes, and all bracketry and hardware are included in the $811 asking price. Rejetting isn’t necessary.
D&D Performance Exhaust, 2923 Edith Ln., Ft. Worth, TX 76117; 817/834-8961; www.danddexhaust.com
Maxima Synthetic Racing Oil
Two-stroke lubricant... Sounds naughty, doesn’t it? Well, it ain’t. Maxima’s new Formula K2 two-stroke lube draws on more than 20 years of the company’s racing experience. The synthetic racing oil was designed to be smokeless and clean-burning, and to extend engine life. The result is an environmentally friendly package that’s loaded with high-quality synthetics and additives. It’s intended for premix use only, and pricing starts at around $7.
Maxima Products, 9266 Abraham Wy., Santee, CA 92071; 619/449-5000; www.maximausa.com
Diadora Rainbow MX Boots
Let’s hear it for Diadora, back in the U.S. after a 15-year absence. Among other things being imported from the Italian manufacturer are the Rainbow motocross boots. Dubbed such because of their interchangeable, different-colored buckles, the full-grainleather boots are rigged with molded armor at the heels, calves and shins, gel and air padding, a replaceable sole and more. Suggested retail price is $280.
Gearbox International, 2236 Mariner Square Dr., #200, Alameda, CA 94501 ; 800/799-9444; www.gearboxinternational.com
