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NEW PRODUCTS new Yamahas have drawn mixed reviews - most either love it or hate it. Those who hate it will rejoice at the sight of the Impact Graphic Kit fOr 125 and 250cc YZs: Printed on heavy-duty, 24mm vinyl and backed with 3M adhesive, the sub-surface printing won't rub off. Perforations on the fuel-tank portion of the graphic will keep gasoline fumes from bubbling t1u'ough. The 1996 Yamaha YZ Impact Graphic Kit costs $59.95. For more information, contact -Style, Dept. CN, 27811 Avenue Hopkins, Unit 2, Valencia, CA 91355, 805/294-1118. YOU CAN TUNE A PIANO... ...and you can also tune the cam of your Honda CBR600F2, F3 or 900RR with these adjustable cam sprockets from American Performance Engineering. The sprockets allow the engine builder or tuner to advance or retard the carns in a particular machine to alter the power characteristics of the engine, and then lock them in place. This is more commonly referred to as "degreeing in" the cams. The computer-machined, chrome-moly-billet cogs are heat-treated for long life and feature lightening holes to reduce ro~ting weight. APE claims that rigid quality control ensures thatthe sprockets will be a perfect fit. Suggested retail price is $44.95 per set. For more information, contact American Performance Engineering, Dept. CN, P.O. Box 6998, Burbank, CA 91510, 818/842-4952. TATTOO YOU Hot rodder Boyd Coddington is arguably the king of the automotive custom-wheel market, and now the king has chosen to showcase his billet wares on two-wheelers. Metal Tattoos are a line of "biUet tough" and "Boyd stylish" hoops designed to fit all stock and custom Harley applications. The solid-billet-aluminum wheels feature one-piece billet hubs and come completely assembled with a show-quality polish and preloaded bearings. Available in several different sizes, Metal Tattoos range in price from $750-$825 per wheel. For more information, contact Boyds Wheels, Dept, CN, 8380 Cerritos Ave., Stanton, CA 90680, 714/953-4038. CHICKEN FEATHERS The newest replica helrnet from Shoei Safety Helmets has to be seen to be believed. In commemoration of Jeff Matiasevich's recent All Japan ational MX Championship, Shoei has introduced the VF-X2 "Chicken", an exact replica of the flame and skull helmet that Matiasevich wore throughout 1995. The good-looking helmet features a fiberglass/Kevlar / carbon-fiber shell, a removable liner, chin, forehead and rear ventilation and a Troy Lee Sting Ray Visor. The Snell M95-approved helrnet comes in sizes XS-XL and carries a suggested retail price of $707. For more information, contact Shoei Safety Helmet Corporation, Dept. CN, 22605 E. La Palma Ave., Suite 507, Yorba Linda, CA 92687, 714/692-8776. l!') 0\ 0\ ,...-4 cr) ,...-4 ~ ~ "E ~ c ~ 24 VZSTYLE Tired of the Mount Fuji graphics on your 1996 Yamaha YZ? Apparently, so were the ever-stylish fellas at N-Style. The new, dark-blue color scheme of the KIDDIE STUFF Mini riders want to look good, too! That's why Xtreme has introduced a new line of MX gear, just for kids. The Xtreme Kids Jersey features Full-Print graphics front and back. The 100-percent-cotton jersey is printed with waterbased inks and also has sewn-in elbow pads and a large cut with a drop tail, so that it stays tucked in. Available in sizes Sol, the Xtreme Kids Jersey costs $26.95. For more information, contact Xtreme, Dept. CN, 2590 Jason Court, Oceanside, CA 92056, 619(630-6370. suring faces and Lexan thermal shields. The SpeedIJ:Iike reads to O.OOl-inch directly and to O.OOOl-inch using the vernier scale on the thimble. Suggested retail price for the one-inch range model is $147.24. For more information, contact Central Tools Inc., Dept. C ,456 Wellington Ave., Cranston, RI 02910, 800/866-5287. TAKE YOUR VITAMINS That's what mom always said, and Vitonix claims to have a better way to do just that with its powdered MultiVitamin + Minerals and Anti-Seize supplements. Because Vitonix is absorbed as a liquid in an isotonic state, it does not require digestion like tablets or capsules do. Vitonix says that its prod ucts were designed to be used by athletes and others who may experience difficulty in digesting or absorbing vitamins before a workout. Vitonix MultiVitamin + Minerals is available in a 30serving box for $15, and Vitonix Anti-Seize is available in a 30-serving box for $20. Vitonix also offers a Starter Pack, which includes one 3O-serving box of each supplement plus a sports bottle for $35. For more information, contact Vitonix, Inc., Dept. C ,1212 16th St., San Diego, CA 92154, 619/423-2580. A CATALOG.•. Looking for that special motorcycle book, manual, video or piece of memorabilia? You may have to look no further than the Hosking Book Works catalog. The 4o-page booklet showcases the hundreds of motorcycle publications, service manuals, how-to and entertainment videos as well as several items of interest, such as enameled pins and replica service-station signs. If it's not in here, chances are you won't find it. Suggested retail price is $1. For more information, contact Hosking Book Works, Dept. CN, 136 Hosking Ln., Accord, NY 12404, 914/626-4231. GOIN' FOR THE LOOK If the stock look of your Honda CBR isn't trick enough for you, then Indigo Sports has got you covered. At least it has your front wheel covered with the Indigo Sports Honda CBR900RR car. bon front fender. Made from aerospacequality carbon fiber, the lightweight, rigid fender is predrilled and utilizes the stock mounting points. Indigo claims that the high-tech look is styled to improve aerodynamics and enhance the track-inspired looks of the CBR. Suggested retail price is $182.69. For more information, contact Indigo Sports, Dept. CN, 207 Banks Station, #617, Fayetteville, GA 30214, 770/719-3800. COOL TOOL The Speedmike from Central Tools is said to represent a new generation of easier-to-read digital micrometers. A direct digital readout on both sides allows the Speedmike to be read either right- or left-handed, upside down and rightside up. Other features include a unique nut design for automatic wear adjustment, 0.27o-inch-diameter spindle for a larger measuring area, a highstrength tool-steel frame, carbide mea- ...ORTWO Get hold of yourself, or at least your clutch woes, by peering into the new Barnett 1995-96 catalog. The new 100pager features info on all Barnett products including Barnett K Series clutches, Dirt Digger clutches and clutch springs for most makes and models from crusty vintage mounts to high-tech sportbikes and Harley-Davidson cruisers, which run the gamut. Barnett offers stock and custom-length cables for most motorcycles, stainless hydraulic lines, fuel hose' and filters, gaskets, throttles and levers. Suggested retail for this read is $5. For more information, contact Barnett Tool & Engineering, Dept. CN, P.O. Box 2826, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670, 310/9411284.