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ew ro~uc s Marzocchi Strada gas shocks are available for most popular Japanese and European street machines. The shocks feature a lightweight aluminum body with a five-po ition preload adjuster, modular damping and a gas compensating chamber. The shocks, at $165 per pair, come with length, spring rate and damping tailored 10 each specific model they are ordered for. A new lifetime, limited warranty guarantees the shocks to the original owner for the life of his motorcycle. Check out your favorite dealer who carries the Cosmopolitan Motors Iine of accessories. The Nava 2AC, designating their air control feacure, is for the rider who likes wearing a full face helmet yet wants some wind in his face. The new shield ventilation system features air ducted through the shell, upward through' the jaw padding, and directly onto the inside of the shield. Special slide venturis then draw the air out again. The amount of air now is controlled by an adjustable louvered air valve on the front. Since the air flow can be metered to control the temperature of the inside of the helmet, the wearer is more comfortable, on both hot and cold days. This helmet, along with the complete Nava line, is DOT approved. To check out all the special features. see a dealer who carried the Nava helmet line. These boots were made for walking - and riding and pushing. Hi-Point ATC/Trail Boots were pecially designed with the ATV and trail bike rider in mind. They are shorter and lighter than most MX boots and feature cleated soles for easy walking or pushing in muddy conditions. The soft, thick plastic shin plate offers protection, but won't scratch or gouge fenders, tanks OJ" engine guards. See your Hi-Point Racing Products dealer today for more info. Here's a nifty road racing poster featuring 500cc World Champion Freddie Spencer, Kenny Roberts, Randy Mamola and Eddie Lawson in ·action. "Team Am;:rica" totally dominated 500cc GP racing in 1983. To order your poster send a check or money order for $5.50 ($4 per poster plus $1.50 shipping) to G.P. Products, Dept. CN, 3857 Birch St., Suite III, Newport Beach, CA 92660. 20 VHT Metal Polish restores brilliance to all plated and polished surfaces. This compound is blended into a soft, full-bodied paste that will lift tarnish and oxidation with a' gentle rubbing action. VHT Metal Polish can be buHed to a mirror finish without surface scratches, and it is very economical and easy to use. Regular application will inhibit the formation of hairline cracks and blisters in plated surfaces, which are caused by corrosive influences. See your local dealer. National Cycle, Inc. announces a major advancement in clear fairing technology. The Plexifairing 3LX sets a new standard in motorcycle windscreens. The screen is so marresistant, a rubber squeegee can be used when cleaning, without scratching. Impact tests comparing the Plexifairing 3LX to normal windscreens prove this windshield is in a class by itself. A three year replacement warranty against breakage, splitting and cracking is offered, due to National's extreme confidence. The Plexifairing 3LX is available for many popular motorcycles in clear ($229.95) or attractive Solar Tint. ($245.95). For more info contact: National Cycle, Inc., Dept. CN, 2200 Maywood Drive, P.O. Box 158, Maywood, IL 601580153. Phone: 312/343-0400. The H.onda Interceptor System K2 exhaust is now a'vailable from the number one name in motorcycle exhausts, Kerker. This exhaust delivers a whopping 22% peak horsepower improvement. Running comparable to stock up to 5000 RPM, the Kerker System K2 will blow away the competition from there up, with over 72 horsepower at the top end. The four-into-two System K2 features two lightweight aluminum silencers. The design maintains stock side-and. centerstands and the excellent ground clearance and almost 10 pounds weight savings make this system the perfect match for this po,pular Honda cycle. Available for immediate shipment. Call Kerker at 1-800/423-5246 (in California, 1-800/3823689), or write Kerker, Dept CN, 7900 Deering Ave., Canoga Park, CA 91304.•.