New Ideas Armor Up!
NEW IDEAS ARMOR UP!
IGNITION
GEAR
Five new products to help protect you and your ride
John W. Scafetta
1 BAR BUMPERS
When you’re in the woods or desert, Cycra Ops Limited Edition Handguards ($149.95)—distinguished by their black anodized mounts—are a great way to protect your hands, clutch, brake lever, and cables from damage. The complete Cycra set includes the high-impact plastic shields, Powergrip alloy bar ends, and graphics.
(740) 929-0188 cycraracing.com
2 SAFETY AT HAND
Armor with airflow? The EVS Misano track glove ($129) has both. Functional and comfortable, these gloves have external finger-stitch protection, foam wrist guards, and adjustable cuffs. In addition to vented knuckles with impact protection, the full-leather Misanos boast a stretch accordion panel and an exhaust vent above the wrist.
(888) 873-8423 evs-sports.com
3 GOT YOUR BACK
Security doesn’t need to be complex. Shield your spine with the Forcefield Blade Back Protector ($149). Just slip the sleek and flexible protector under your riding gear, and the four-layer, CE Level 2 certified defense system goes to work. Generous ventilation ports help you beat the heat, while varied shoulder strap settings ensure a proper fit.
(619) 401-4100 motonation.com
4 TUBULAR GUARDS
Protect your heavy cruiser from low-speed tip-over damage with CobraFatty Freeway Bars/ Case Guards ($219.95). Made with massive 1.5-inch-diameter steel tubing, these bars bolt to the lower frame and serve as durable protection for your precious ride. Note: These bars are not compatible for bikes with fairing lowers or forward controls.
(714) 692-8180 cobrausa.com
5 UNDERBODY ARMOR
With the AltRiderSkid Plate ($289.37), rocks, roots, and other debris have little chance of causing any engine or frame damage to your BMW F800GS Adventure. Weighing a substantial 5 pounds, the aluminum skid plate attaches with OEM fasteners and uses a 3/16-inch stainless-steel bracket. Available in silver or black.
(206) 922-3618 altrider.com
