New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
N-Style Custom Graphics
N-style's custom graphics Program lets you personalize the appearance of your late-model European or Japanese 250 or 450cc motocross bike. Begin with an existing look, such as the Pro Circuit factory bike shown here, or create your own one-of-a-kind kit. Don't forget your name and race number! Expect the same quality materials that N-Style supplies to factory race teams. Complete graphics and trim kits cost approximately $200. Personalized stickers start at $20. N-Style, 24841 Ave. Tibbitts, Valencia, CA 91355; 800/831-9043; www.n-style.com
Cortech Adrenaline Gloves
Street riders looking for a comfortable, sport-oriented glove may want to consider the fleece-lined Cortech Adrenaline ($100). Goatskin makes up the backs and gauntlets, while the palms are kangaroo with anti-slip grip panels. Molded knuckles, along with finger and gauntlet armor, provide protection, and precurved fingers reduce fatigue and improve dexterity. Choose from black, white, silver, red or blue in sizes XS-XXXL. Helmet House, Inc., 26855 Malibu Hills Rd., Calabasas Hills, CA 91301; 800/421-7247; www.cortechperformance.com
Dunlop Sportmax D211GP
Dunlop calls the DOT-approved Sportmax D211GP "the finest production roadracing tire on the planet." Developed from the race-winning N-Tech radial slick and D209 Sportmax GP, the D211GP offers club racers and trackday regulars enhanced durability, stability and confidence. Sizing is limited to one dual-compound 120/70ZR-17 front ($209) and two multicompound 190/55ZR17 ($304) and 200/55ZR17 rears ($315). SportTire Services, Inc., 198 Cow Meadow Pl., Paso Robles, CA 93446; 805/434-4810; www.dunlopracing.com
Sidi Vortice
Italian cobbler Sidi has a new top-of-the-line roadracing boot for 2009, the Vortice ($475). Among the features is a new multi-compound sole, a patented portion of which is replaceable! Now, it's no longer necessary to ditch your boots just because you've worn holes in the bottoms. Motonation, 1100 N. Magnolia Ave. #A, El Cajon, CA 92020; 619/401-4100; www.motonation.com
HitchSafe Key Vault
Bike unloaded, gear on, ready to ride. Hey, where's my ignition key? You wouldn't be asking that question if you kept your keys in a HitchSafe Key Vault ($70). Designed to fit inside any 2inch hitch receiver, the spring-loaded, variable-combination, all-metal drawer holds as many as nine keys and secures with two locking pins. A dust cover is included. FJM Security Products, 18424 Highway 99, Lynnwood, WA 98037; 800/654-1786; www.hitchsafe.com
Hawg Wired Direct Connect Audio System
Upgrade the audio system of your 2006-08 Harley-Davidson FLHX or 1998-2008 FLTR/FLHT with Hawg Wired's Direct Connect Audio System ($676). Coated to prevent corrosion, the speaker/ amplifier kit includes a 120-watt RMS amplifier, two SX Series 60-watt speakers and a Direct Connect plug-n-play harness. More powerful multiple-speaker systems are also available. Hawg Wired, Inc., 37200 Central Ct., Newark, CA 94560; 510/894-2999; www.hawg-wired.com
HJC FS-15 Carbon Helmet
Anything made from carbon-fiber is hot these days because the aerospace-derived material is aesthetically appealing, lightweight and strong. So why not wrap your brain in the stuff? HJC's FS-15 Carbon ($450) comprises a c-f composite-weave shell, Advanced Channeling Ventilation, SilverCool moisture-wicking interior and an anti-scratch, UV-protected, Pin-lock-prepared faceshield with two-stage closure mechanism. A Spectra fiberglass version, the FS-15 ($220), has all the same features, including Snelland DOT-approval. Both models come in sizes XSXXL. HJC America, 16918 Edwards Rd., Cerritos, CA 90703; 562/407-2186; www hjchelmets.com
DeFeet MotoSox
American sock-maker DeFeet-known since 1992 for its high-tech tootsie covers popularized in backpacking, cycling, running, skiing and other demanding outdoor activities-is now tackling motorcycling, both onand off-road. Moto-Sox come in three lengths-short ($14), mid-calf ($16) and full ($18). Invista Fresh FX Coolmax construction features padding on the bottom of the foot and atop the toes to fight shifter rash. The rest of the top is vented, as is the calf on the two taller models. Blisters? Hot feet? Forget about it. Bonus: While gray or blue are the standard colors, custom hues and designs are a De-Feet specialty. If you can create it, they can make it-though a minimum order of six dozen pairs is required for custom MotoSox. DeFeet International, Inc., 37111-40 Access Rd., Hildebran, NC 28637; 800/688-3067; www.defeet.com
