Cycle News - Archive Issues - 1990's

1·N W R OUCtS::·,'··::::1 :· E /P O.. · ,: ', ' , : \ ~ ~ " ,'" "" '; : ' ., .. : .-: '; ' . :: : stretches when they are tightened, keeping constant tension on the hooks to help keep your bike from falling over when tra velling over rough terrain or through fast comers. The manufacturer claims that the stra ps also allow the bike to be transported with less pressure on the front forks, saving fork springs and seals. The tiedowns are currently available in blue only. Suggested retail price is $29.95. For more information contact Secure Straps, Dept. CN, 1632 Industrial Ave., Norco, CA 91760; 909/279-1453. SAVE GARAGE SPACE Cl ass ic Am eri can Two Wheel ers Collector Cards are here for 1994. Each series contains 12 fine art images of historical motorcycles. Series one "Crockers, Indians and Harleys" - contains images of five different Crocker brand motorcycles, an Indian Racer, two Indian Chiefs and an Indian military Scout from the WWII era. Series two "American Singles" - is a special collection of single cylinder machines. Names like Harley-Davidson, Indian, Excelsior, Crocker, Wagner, Orient, Cleveland and a very rare Marks motorbike are represented . Each card also has significant technical information about each machine printed on the back of the card . The cards retail for $3.99 per pack . For more information contact Chrome Pony Marketing, Dept. CN, 1003 N. Magnolia #318, Anaheim, CA 92801; 714/220-1907. tures the Mote-Pump, a hand held device which allows the use of cheap, non-threaded C02 cartridges. After patching or plugging the tire, you can put a cartridge into the Moto-Purnp, place the snout over the valve stem and squeeze the trigger to release C02 into the tire. The TRK-2 comes equ ipped to patch or plug tires, and all the pieces fit in a self-contained, zippered nylon carrying kit. Ideal for road riders and dual sporters, the TRK-2 retails for $39.95. For more information contact Progressive Suspension, Inc ., Dept. CN, 11129 G Ave., Hesperia, CA 92345; 619/948-4012. BLAST AWAY Acerbis intake covers will keep water from entering your bike's int ake tract when you take it to your favorite coin-op car wash. Just remove the bike's air filter, install this cover and spray with confidence. The Acerbis intake cover fits most modem off-road bikes and sells for $21.95. For more information contact Acerbis USA, Dept. CN, 9402 Wheatlands Court, Suite A, Santee, CA 92071; 619/562-1440. MOTOCROSS SOCKS GAS UP YOUR FLAT TOPTIEDOWNS Secure Straps Tiedowns are designed with a unique, patent-pending feature. The 4000 lb . strength nylon-webbed tiedowns utilize a rubber strap that Why is it that flat tires alwaysseem to happen when you're miles from civiliza tion? Progressive Suspension has introduced th eir TRK·2 Em ergency Tire Repair Kit to help get you back on the trail or down the road. The TRK-2 fea- Acerbis USA, the exclusive importer of Sidi boots in the USA, has introduced another Sid i product, Sid i mot ocross socks. The manufacturer claims that the socks are thin and thus very comfortable. Sidi says that the socks work best as a first sock under the knee pads followed by a thicker, padded sock. Available only in blue with the knit Sidi logo, suggested retail price is $8.95 per pair. Q While·the rest of the field struggles in the mud, Team Green's Joey Hopkins wins the Alligator Enduro on Michelin Tires. Smart choice, Joey! Mle ELIN® BECAUSE so MUCH IS RIDING ON YOUR TIREs.411 Vi.it J'O'ff Mkfoelin ~ r;... Prelon-od Dealer " ... "",.rood line MSIO : IMSI I, MPIOIMP II, APIO E , nduroI', Enduro ",, DesMt, TrialXI I Fe< mono infom>at;on, ",0 u. at 8031458-6053 or wri1o: Cycl. DeparlrnenI, Michelin Iire Co

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