New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
PIAA Ion Crystal Lamps
Can you see me now? See and be seen with PIAA 004Xi Ion Crystal lamps, a functional and stylish upgrade for just about any streetbike. Coated lenses combined with 55-watt H3 halogen bulbs deliver bright amber beams. A dual-lamp kit, complete with a wiring harness, a relay, an on/off switch and mounting brackets, retails for $228.
PIAA Corp., USA, 3004 NE 181st Ave., Portland, OR 97230; 503/489-6666; www.piaa.com
Graves Motorsports WORKS Line
Psst... Hey, Mr. Privateer Racer, are you looking for the good stuff? Graves' WORKS line of high-performance parts for the Yamaha YZF-R1, YZF-R6, YZ450F and YZ250F differs from Graves Motorsports-branded multi-line accessories in that they are for competition use only. Graves is so serious about this that simply browsing the WORKS site requires a user account; to actually purchase products, you'll have to submit a summary of your racing program, including a photograph, license number and previous results. Based on Ben Bostrom's winning performance in this year's Daytona 200, not to mention his AMA Supersport crown last season, your time and money will be well-spent.
Graves Motorsports, 7629 Densmore Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91406; 818/902-1942; works.gravesport.com
Buell Handlebar Kit
chase apexes while sitting more upright with a Buell 1125CR Handlebar Kit ($215). The black-anodized handlebar replaces the big naked Twin's original-equipment clubman-style bar and comes with all cables, brake lines and related hardware required for installation.
Buell Motorcycle Co., 2999 Buell Dr., East Troy, WI 53120; 414/343-4056; www.buell.com
Redline Coffee
Coffee for gearheads? That's the idea behind Redline Coffee. A variety of motorsports-monikered roasts—Open Throttle, Apex and Rallye, among others—is sure to get your motor running. For $26 per month, Redline will deliver two 12-ounce bags of fair-trade, USDA-certified organic whole beans directly to your doorstep.
Redline Coffee, 2575 49th St. #C, Boulder, CO 80301; 888/400-1219; www.redlinecoffee.com
Buff Headwear
Buff, the "original multifunctional headwear," knows no seasons. Proof is the multitude of materials the company now uses to create its innovative designs. Recent additions include models produced from merino wool (warm in winter, cool in summer) and Gore Windstopper (windproof with unmatched breathability). Wear 'em as a cap, a mask, a balaclava or a neck gaiter. And that's just for starters! Pricing begins at $16.
Original Buff USA, 3755 Brickway Blvd. #300, Santa Rosa, CA 95403; 707/569-9009; www.buff.us
Brad Penn Penn-Grade 1
Brad Penn has decided to jump into the business of all-in-one oil—engine, primary and transmission—for American V-Twins with its refined-in-the-U.S. Penn-Grade 1 V2 20w-50 ($6 per quart). Green in color—no kidding!—Penn-Grade 1 is also available in 10w-40 ($6 per quart) for use in four-stroke Japanese motorcycles where an API SJ-, SHor SG-quality oil is specified. Other viscosities are available, as well.
American Refining Group, Inc., 77 N. Kendall Ave., Bradford, PA 16701; 814/368-1340; www.bradpennracing.com
Flash2Pass
Replace your bulky, push-button garage-door opener with Flash2Pass ($80). The compact, vibration-resistant, weatherproof transmitter can be hidden just about anywhere on a motorcycle—behind a fairing panel, under a seat, inside a saddlebag, etc. To open the garage door, simply double-click the bike's headlight high-beam switch. A digitally encrypted signal and rolling-code technology enhance security. Additional transmitters retail for $35 to $60, depending on door type.
F2P Technologies, 200 W. Twelfth St., Waynesboro, VA 22980; 866/249-7427; www.f2ptechnologies.com
Tissot T-Race Nicky Hayden Limited Edition
Tissot is the official timekeeper of MotoGP, so it comes as no surprise that the Swiss watchmaker has for several seasons partnered with 2006 MotoGP World Champion Nicky Hayden. With Hayden moving from Honda to Ducati this year, Tissot created yet another limited-edition model, this one retailing for $775 and based once again on the sapphire-crystal, quartz-movement T-Race chronograph. Of special note are the PVD-coated crown, black carbon dial, red rubber bracelet with deployant buckle and carbon-composite/stainless-steel case with engraved back. Production is limited to 4999 pieces worldwide.
Tissot, 1200 Harbor Blvd., 7th Floor, Weehawken, NJ 07086; 888/293-9509; www.tissot.ch
Ogio Bus
Checking multiple bags when flying commercially can be expensive, what with the airlines' recently instituted fees. Ogio offers an alternative: the Bus ($299). What appears at first glance to be a single, telescoping-handled roller bag is actually two bags, the smaller of the two being a carry-on-legal, over-the-shoulder tote. At check-in, simply peel apart the two magnetically attached pieces and you are on your way to your destination.
Ogio, 14926 Pony Express Rd., Bluffdale, UT 84065; 800/922-1944; www.ogio.com
Scorpion Sports Helmets
Has any helmet-maker made more of an impact recently than Scorpion Sports? From its EXO 100, 200, 400, 700 and 1000 series openand full-face street helmets ($110 to $320; sizes XS-XXL) to the off-road-oriented VX-9,VX-14 and VX-17 ($90 to $180; sizes XS-XXL), Scorpion has a DOTand/or Snell-approved helmet to meet your needs, style and budget. Growing nearly as quickly is the company's apparel division, in particular the EXO Xtreme Distance Riders collection, which boasts fully armored textile designs for both men and women.
Scorpion Sports, Inc., 25921 Atlantic Ocean Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630; 888/672-6774; www.scorpionusa.com
Slingshot Racing Wheel Nut Tool
Turn any half-inch drive into a handy Ducati wheel-removal device with Slingshot Racing's Wheel Nut Tool ($40). This gold-anodized, 6061-T6 aluminum socket captures both the 30mm front and 55mm rear wheel nuts on any 1098/1198. Not intended for use with impact guns.
Slingshot Racing Manufacturing, 2495 American Ave., Hayward, CA 94545; 510/301-9272; www.slingshotracing.net
