New Ideas Spring Is Here. Let's Ride!
NEW IDEAS SPRING IS HERE. LET'S RIDE!
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Five new products for the motorcycle life
Matthew Miles
LOOK (AND FEEL) GOOD IN THE DIRT
Forget the bright colors and fancy graphics. What's under the hood? Alpinestars' Techstar ($179.95) is a tough, lightweight off-road pant with a reinforced seat, 3-D-shaped leathercovered knees, and a freedom-of-movement back panel. Pair'em with a matching Techstar jersey and glove. All sold exclusively online. -> (310) 891-0222 alpinestars.com
NEW TRIPLE STYLE CHECK
What's the first thing that crosses your mind when you bring home a new motorcycle? Which part should I change first, right? On Yamaha's FZ-09, a Rizoma Tapered Handlebar ($110) Is a prime personalization launch point. From there, it's a small step to grips, brake and clutch levers, mirrors, marker lights... -> (877) 749-GG21 rizoma.com
WAKE UP, SLEEPYHEAD
Did you leave your battery unattended all winter? A fully automatic reconditioning feature on the CTEK MUS 4.3 Test and Charge ($119.99) "will revive and restore deeply discharged and stratified batteries," Three programs evaluate voltage, starting power, and alternator performance. Works with all 12volt lead-acid batteries. -> (330) 963-0981 smartercharger.com
GET A LEG UP ON YOUR COMPETITION
Based on NIX technology, Öhlins FKA 100-series cartridge kits$1,461 fit late-model adventure bikes, Including the BMW F800GS, Triumph Tiger 800, and Ducati Multistrada. Tuned for "long miles on difficult terrain," the "drop-In" cartridges offer rebound damping adjustment on one leg, compression on the other, and preload on both. ->(828) G92-4525 ohlinsusa.com
NOD OFF WITH A SMILE ON YOUR FACE
Looking for a theft-proof parking solution? Meet the Artago Aecure Bunker Park & Roll ($1,190). For cruisers, sportbikes, tourers, or scooters, this 220-pound anchoredIn-place system uses a foot-release front-wheel clamp to secure your bike upright then swings alongside a nearby wall to maximize space for another vehicle. (305) 733-2118 artagosecureusa.com
