LOOK COOL (AND SAFE) IN MATTE BLACK
Check out River Road's new Alloy Vented Matte Black Jacket. This sleek jacket is made from premium leather for your protection. It features a removable, insulated, full-sleeve liner to keep you warm and two 10" zippered intake vents in front and two 12" exhaust vents for maximum air flow. It also has two-way zippered sleeve cuffs with perforated leather gussets for added ventilation. The jacket includes removable EVA foam armor for shoulders, elbows and back. It also has plenty of interior storage pockets to stash your essentials. The Alloy is available in men's sizes 40-54, with retail prices ranging from $249.95 - $289.95 including a 2-year manufacturer's warranty. More information can be found at www.riverroadgear.com.
HOW LOW CAN YOU GO?
Want to lower the front end of your Honda VTX 1800? Progressive Suspension has the solution. Their new for '09 drop-in fork lowering kits have turned a once messy and time consuming install into a 60 minute breeze. Pull up to two inches out of the front of your VTX without the hassle of removing the forks, pulling the wheel or even changing the oil. Shorter springs and Progressive's new secondary compensator spring make quick work of lowering your VTX 1800 front end. Check it out on their website, www.progressivesuspension.com, or contact your local Progressive Suspension dealer for more information.
GET A LITTLE TWISTED
The Twisted Cruiser Mirrors from Show Chrome Accessories are manufactured out of lightweight aluminum with a sleek chrome finish. The twisted stem hides any external joints or unsightly jam nuts. The mirrors are easy to install: simply thread them into existing 10mm mirror mounts. The Twisted Cruiser mirrors will fit an array of metric cruisers. Available for $139.95 in two stem heights, you can find them at www.bigbikeparts.com.
YOU MEET THE NICEST PEOPLE WITH A...SWITCHBLADE?
National Cycle's SwitchBlade Windshields are available for the Honda VT750 Aero as well as most other cruisers. The SwitchBlade line includes four different sizes from the large 2-Up to the small Deflector. All models mount using the same hardware, so now a rider can transform his or her bike from a touring machine to a daily commuter to a street fighter (and back again) in a matter of minutes and without tools. All SwitchBlade windshields are made from premium polycarbonate construction and coated with National Cycle's Quantum coating for durability and scratch resistance. All SwitchBlade windshields are backed by a 3-year unbreakable warranty. For more information visit your dealer or look them up on the internet at www.nationalcycle.com
REJUVENATE YOUR LEATHER
Are your black leather seats and saddlebags looking old and faded? Put some new life back into them with Harley's new Rejuvenator Treatment for Black Leather. To re-color and condition weathered, faded leather, just clean the surface and apply the treatment with a soft cloth. Wipe off the excess, buff the leather surfaces to the desired shine, and leather looks like new. Harley Rejuvenator Treatment for Black Leather is a black-pigmented leather treatment and is available for $6.95 from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories. See your local Harley-Davidson dealer or visit their web site at www.harley-davidson.com.
EXPLORE THE ROAD WITH SADDLEMEN
Maximize your time on the road with Saddlemen's Explorer seat. The deep, wide contours of the Explorer saddle make this the perfect long distance seat for both rider and passenger. The unique split cushion design reduces seating pressure. The Explorer saddle features SaddleGel, which is Saddlemen's proprietary formula developed in-house by their resident engineers. Needless to say, the formula is kept under lock and key. Saddlemen claims that SaddleGel is superior to foam alone; it floats the rider on the seat, eliminates road shock and vibration, distributes weight evenly and maximizes time in the saddle. Available at your local Parts Unlimited or Drag Specialties dealer for a wide variety of bikes. For more information go to www.saddlemen.com.