New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
Arai Defiant Helmet
No fairing? No problem. The new Defiant is based on Arai’s “intermediate-oval” RX-Q and styled with massive, free-flowing chin and scalp vents to broaden its functionality and appeal to urban, streetfighter riders. A front air dam is claimed to create downforce, thereby reducing buffeting, lift and wind noise, and enhancing stability. DOT-and Snell M 2010-approved, the Defiant (XXS-XXXL sizes) is available in five solid colors and six graphics. MSRP ranges from $619.95 to 759.95.
Arai Helmet, Inc.; www.araiamericas.com
Burly Scrambler Bar
Burly says its crossbar-equipped Scrambler handlebar “is the beginning of a transformation that will turn your asphalt-bound Harley-Davidson into a fireroad terror.” That may be stretching the truth a bit, but the 6-inch rise and 3-inch pullback will dramatically change the appearance of your late-model Dyna, Softail or Sportster, while retaining its stock clutch cable and hydraulic front brake line. Drilled for internal wiring, the 1-inch-diameter Burly Bars ($149) are available with a chrome finish or powdercoated black.
Burly Brand, 6911 Marlin Cir., La Palma, CA 90623; 888/367-1871; www.burlybrand.com
Oakley Airbrake MX Goggles
Oakley revolutionized motocross goggle design with the O Frame more than three decades ago. Now, it aims to do the same with the Airbrake MX. Developed with help from champion racers Ryan Villopoto, Ryan Dungey, James Stewart and Ricky Carmichael, the Airbrake has a sleek profile with expanded peripheral vision. Swapping lenses, roll/tear-offs, faceplates or straps can be done in seconds, thanks to new Switchlock release levers located on the sides of the frame. Prices start at $160.
Oakley, Inc., 1 Icon, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610; 800/733-6255; www.oakley.com
Touratech Extreme Shock
Safe to say, the Touratech Extreme Shock ($1795) has a few more bells and whistles—a beefy, 16mm chrome-moly shaft, myriad external adjustments, including ride height, plus 15mm of preload adjustment and a fluid-cooling remote reservoir—than the standard dampers on the BMW F800GS, R1200GS or R1200GS Adventure. But what’s inside counts most, namely, a positiondependent damping system that is said to prevent bottoming. Touratech says the effect is like having “a hydraulic pillow at the end of the stroke.” Stainless steel bushings and low-friction Teflon seals further improve ride quality. A range of spring rates is offered to handle even the heaviest riders and loads, regardless of the terrain.
Touratech-USA, 4021 Airport Way S., Seattle, WA 98108; 800/491-2926; www.touratech-usa.com
