New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
GIVI Trekker Cases
Developed to meet the demanding needs of hardcore dual-purpose riders, GIVI’s new waterproof Trekker series cases come in two sizes: 33 ($320) and 46 liters ($335). Molded in polypropylene and finished with brushed-aluminum panels secured by protective bands, both bags incorporate clamshell-style openings and GIVI’s patented closure system with matching locks and keys. A three-pack—two 33-liter sidecases and a 46-liter topcase—retails for $925. Accessories include a backrest, luggage rack, custom bag liners and cargo-net securing hooks.
GIVI USA, 9309 Forsyth Park Dr., Charlotte, NC 28273; 877/679-4484; www.giviusa.com
Sidi Cobra Boots
We're all paying closer attention to our personal finances these days. That’s why Sidi created the mid-priced Cobra line of street boots. The Cobra ($250), perforated Cobra Air ($250) and waterproof Cobra Rain ($275) all boast Lorica construction, advanced ankle support, fit-enhancing elasticized panel adjacent to the entry zipper, shock-absorbing heel, replaceable toe slider and dual-compound sole. Difference is, the standard Cobra is available in black (metric sizes 39-50), red/black, blue/black or white/black (42-47), while the Air (39-50) and Rain (40-48) only come in black.
Motonation, 10225 Prospect Ave., Santee, CA 92071; 619/401-4106; www.motonation.com
David Bill Motorcycle Art
Artist David Bill’s original oil paintings and pencil drawings sell for thousands of dollars, but prints are now available for as little as $35 each. Subjects include classic Harley-Davidson and late-model Triumph motorcycles, World Superbike racers Leon Haslam, James Toseland, Jonathan Rea and Cal Crutchlow, and past series champions Carl Fogarty, Raymond Roche, Troy Corser and Doug Polen.
Billy The Artist; billyart@billyart.co.uk; www.billyart.co.uk
GBRacing Crash Protection
You don’t have to be a world champion roadracer or even a trackday regular to appreciate GBRacing’s engine covers, frame sliders, lower chain guards and paddock-stand bobbins.
Even a seemingly harmless stoplight tipover on your latemodel European or Japanese sportbike can set you back thousands of dollars in repair bills. Approved for competition by the FIM and AMA Pro Racing, these bolt-on products are injection-molded from fracture-resistant longglass-fiber nylon for greater impact absorption and energy dissipation. Stainless-steel or titanium-alloy mounting hardware is included. Protection “bundles” start at $309.19. All parts are available individually, as well.
Orient Express Racing, 28 Grand Blvd. N., Brentwood, NY 11717 800/645-6521; www.orientexpress.com
Lockstraps
Strap it, look it and leave it. That’s the idea behind Lockstraps ($39.95). These notat-all-conventional tie-downs are uniquely fitted at each end with carabiners equipped with combination locks—no keys to lose! In addition, a stainless-steel cable runs the entire 8.5-foot length of each strap, adding an element of security that other tie-downs can’t match. Built-in soft-tie extensions reduce the possibility of scratching a bike’s paint.
Lockstraps, 42309 Winchester Rd. #1, Temecula, CA 92590; 951/506-3682; www.lockstraps.com
Shoei QWEST
CW SPOTLIGHT
Japanese helmet-maker Shoei has a new weapon in the war against wind noise. The DOTand Snell 2010-approved QWEST is said to be more than 2 decibels quieter in back-to-back wind-tunnel tests than the earlier, likewisetouring-oriented TZ-R, which was already one of the quietest helmets on the market. Further, the QWEST (XXS-XXL; $349.99469-99) incorporates features found on the top-of-the-line X-Twelve and RF-1100. For example, the fully removable and washable multi-layer cheek pads come in six different thicknesses for a personalized fit. Shoei’s patented springloaded Quick Release Self-Adjusting base-plate system pulls the ratcheting UVA/B-protected CW-1 shield—wider and taller than the previous-generation CX-IV for enhanced peripheral vision—evenly against the opening’s rubber beading for a windand waterproof seal. A breath guard and chin curtain are included.
Shoei Safety Helmet Corp., 3002 Dow Ave. #128, Tustin, CA 92780; 714/730-0941; www.shoei-helmets.com
Öhlins FGK Fork Cartridge Kits
Give your fork a lift with an FGK cartridge kit from Swedish suspension specialist Öhlins. Now available for the BMW F800GS, Buell 1125R (2009-’10), Ducati Sport Classic and Hypermotard, Harley-Davidson XR1200, Suzuki SV650, Triumph Speed Triple (2008-’09) and Yamaha FJR1300, the kits use either 25 or 30mm pistons, come with the appropriate springs and have external adjustments for preload, compression and rebound damping. Installed pricing starts at $1500.
Öhlins USA, 703-C S. Grove St., Hendersonville, NC 28792; 828/692-4525; www.ohlinsusa.com
