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o 00 (j) At last! A motorcycle that will fit under the tree! The Dandy MR30, despite its demure looks, is a serious racer. Pocket Bike racing, very popular in japan, is coming to the U.S., aided by an agreement between the bike's importers and the Malibu Grand Prix chain of race tracks for track rental. These machines, which feature 30cc engines, centrifugal clutches, steel What's a Bomber you ask? B-17? B-29? B-52? Perhaps. But within the context of this particular page, it's a classy leather jacket from Hein Gericke of Duesseldorf, West Germany. Looking good on or off the motorcycle, tbe Bomber is made of Vat dyed, top grain, Grade A cowhide. This is one of five different styles available at your local dealer, and the price is aproximately $139 for the men's jacket and $127 for the women's. Other styles in the Hein Gericke collection are also available. retailing for up to $200. For more information. or the name of the dealer closest to you, contact Nichols Motorcycle Supply. Dept. CN, 4135 W. 126th St., Chicago, lL 60658. Motorcycle riding, and particularly racing, can build up a thirst. No big thing if the pits, or camp. is just a stone's throwaway. But if you're out on a long enduro or desert loop, you may want to wet your whistle right away. Malcolm Smith thought about that and came out with the Camel Pack Canteen, a flexible water bladder that is strapped around the waist in a cordura pouch frames and disc brakes, can provide a real racing challenge on a small circuit. This very well could prove to be fun, low-cost (around $600) racing for those aged 6-? Check your local dealer or contact KenDee Distributing, Dept. CN, 16011 Dalton Ave_. Gardena, CA 90247_ A two-man sidecar is also available_ with a quick release buckle. The pack distributes the weight of the water over the hips and lower back. Available in blue, red and yellow, the Camel Pack . Canteen comes in one size that fits all, and retails for $13.95_ Ask for it at your local Malcolm Smith dealer, or contract Malcolm Smith, Dept: CN 7563 Indiana, Riverside. CA 92504. N some p ace to put all the cologne, after-shave lotion, ties, socks, etc. that you got/will get for Christmas? Like it if that place could be used for stowing gear when you take a trip by motor· cycle? Vetter has ya covered. Their 24 Liter Tank Bag is made of 11 ounce Cordura with an extra strength urethane spray on the interior for waterproofing. The bag's clear vinyl map cover features a specially designed flat to prevent movement of the map, and the vinyl is specially treated to be highly resistant to ultra-violet deterioration. The bottom of the bag is covered with synthetic fleece to prevent scratching the tank. A new H-shaped harness allows the bag to be used with or without a fairing. In addition, there is a built-in sissybar mount. The interior of the main' bag provides for 19 liters of storage, plus 2.5 liters in each of the two side compartments. An easily detached bank pocket provides storage for wallet or valuables. Retailing for $79.95, the bag is available at your local Vetter dealer, or contact Marketing, Vetter Corporation, Dept. CN, Rantoul, IL 61866, 217 /893-9!lOO. you've got a Honda GLII00 or CB900C wtih Hondaline fairing, Hondaline now has an AM/FM stereo radio' for same. The radio control module mounts on the left side of the fairing within easy reach of the left hand, and features a large, bright digital frequency display. The signal seeking and automatic tuning functions are by pushbutlons, so you need never take your eyes off the road. There are eight memory banks for favorite stations, four each for AM and FM, and other features include a local/distant switch, AM/FM selector, tone and volume controls. For security, the entire control module is removable, locks in place with a key, and is small enough to be carried in a jacket pocket. Also designed to match the fairing, the two speakers have plug-in wiring for ease of installation. The required power booster mounts conveniently inside the fairing. Suggested retail is $297.95 (including antenna) for the radio assembly, $22.95 for the speaker set, and $46.95 for the power booster. They are available at authorized Honda dealers across the nation. 5