Cycle News - Archive Issues - 1990's

I· NE'~ PRODUCTS '1 GET LINKED ALL UP FASTER Some of you motocross guys won't think this product applies to you, but it may hit home to those of you who race an occasional grand prix or desert race without a large-capacity fuel tank and have been passed in the pits by a guy who fueled up faster than you could. EZ-FiU is the easiest and most economical way to convert your exsisting gas jug into a quick-fill fuel transfer system. EZFill transfers five gallons of fuel in 30 seconds (which is par for other quick-fill cans on the market), is made from ~061 billet aluminum and anodized for corrosion protection, fits most five gallon jugs, shuts off automatically when the tank is full, has no levers to operate, provides dust-free operation, is completely rebuildable and doesn't involve funnels, hoses Or stands. EZ-Fill can easily change from one can to another, allowing one pit crew member to refuel multiple riders without having to refill the same can. Operation' is straightforward and simple, and we love ours. EZFill sells for $139.95 with a jug included or $129.95 for the EZ-Fill nozzle alone. See your local dealer or contact Premier Mfg., Dept. CN, 14413 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix, AZ 8S032, or call 602/8678293. CLOTHES CALL Answer Racing offers Bermbanger Pants and Jerseys. The pants feature heavyweight preshrunk denim twill with lOoo-denier Cordura nylon sewn over the denim in the high-wear areas. Other features incl1,1de zippered pockets, oversized fit, and embroidered logo. They are available in blue or burgundy, adult sizes 28-38. The heavyweight, 100percent cotton jerseys are said to have a big, loose, comfortable fit and are silkscreened with distinctive Bermbanger graphics on the chest, back and sleeves. The jerseys are available in white, blue or burgundy, sizes S-XXL. Pants retail for $89.95, jerseys for $34.95. For more information, contact Answer Products Inc., 28209 Ave Stanford, Valencia, CA 91355, 800/840-3040, e-mail answermoto@aol.com. Devol Racing has designed linkage systems with revised linkage curves that are said to greatly improve the handling, acceleration and suspension achon of your bike. Tests by numerous publications have found the revised linkage systems to make motorcycles more effective, especially on rough tracks. The corrected linkage systems are available for the '93-'96 YZs, the '94'96 CRs and the '94-'97 KXs. The KX line includes Devol's new Transformer System. This system is said to easily allow the rider to change the ratio and ride height of the bike by rotating an indexable insert that lengthens and shortens the pullrods. You can raise or lower the bike and / or raise or lower the ratio which effectively raises or lowers the springrate. Did you get all of that? They are currently working on Transformer Systems for the new Yamahas and other bikes, as well. The regular linkage systerns sell for $189.99 and the new Transformer System sells for $199.99. For more information, see your local dealer or contact Devol Racing, Dept. CN, 741D Stevenson Ave., Enumclaw, WA 98022,360/825-2106, fax 360/825-2663. HELMET COOL Arai Helmets has announced the addi- CURVED WORDS Troy Lee Designs has released an allnew Arced Fender Decals Kit. The kit features Troy Lee Designs logo customized to fit on both sides of the front fender on your motocross and enduro bikes. The decals are constructed of high-quality 8mm stretch vinyl for a smooth, bubble-free application onto the curved fender surface. The logo is printed on UV-protected vinyl to help prevent fading and peeling due to sun exposure. The kit is priced at $10, which includes a Skully sticker. For more information, contact Troy Lee Designs, Dept. .CN, 1821 Wild Turkey Circle, Corona CA, 91720, 909/371-5219, fax 909/37.15272. GOBAwsnc Motocross racing can be a rough sport especially for your lower back. [n an effort to help protect you"the folks at EVS Sports Protection have introduced the BSBI Ballistic Shock Belt. Incorporating double-pull compression straps for maximum support, the belt also features a rigid back panel made from high-strength, closed-cell foam to not only enhance that support, but to protect the rider- from direct impact as well. The $29.95 belt· also incorporates a tapered design said to resist bunching around the waist' and hips during extended use. The Ballistic Shock Belt"is available in sizes M-XXL and two color combinations: black/black or black/ purple. For more information, contact EVS Sports Protection, Lantic USA, Dept. CN, 2900 Airport Ave., Suite F, Santa Monicll, CA 90405, BOO / 229-4387, FAX 310/390-7342. tion of a new one-piece helmet to its offroad helmet line: the V-Kross. The new helmet features features the Formula Duct rear exhaust port, which is said to be unique to Arai helmets, and a perforated liner material which is supposed to help heat escape. Dual side exhaust vents provide additional ventilation. The manufacturers also claim that this helmet is shaped with a 3D-degree inward radius which lessens the chance of catching and twisting in crash landings. The "Compact Rockguard Design" is said to have less frontal protrusion to reduce the possibility of the head being snapped back as far in a face plant as with some other helmets. The helmet also is designed to minimize lift and strain on the neck. Other features include a full EPS chin-bar liner and removable cheekpads to allow a more secure custom fit. The retail price is $351.95 for solid white or pearl black, or $429.95 for a "Scott Summers Replica." For more information, contact Arai Helmets Ltd., Dept. CN, P.O. Box 9485, Daytona, FL 32120, BOO/766-ARAl. TOPPER A release from MSR tells us that the most complete apparel line has just been topped off with the new System 6 Helmets by KBC. The new lids boast washable CoolMax liners, high-gloss c1earcoated graphics, low air-resistance visor design, high air-intake nose vents, adjustable air-cooling systems and goggle-strap positioning pads. Replacement mouth-guard vents and liners are available. The helmet is available in blue and purple or white and red, sizes XS through XXL. Suggested retail price is $199.95. For more information, contact MSR, 252 Granite Street, Corona, CA 91719,909/340-3301. LOOK SHARP Acerbis claims that its line of ARS Apparel has all the fine features you are used to seeing on the market, plus one thing none of the mass-market apparel manufacturers can offer: a "different" look. The company says that it will produce only a few sets of this stuff each year, so it will give you the opportunity to make a unique fashion statement among the hordes of look-alikes. The pants are said to offer such features as an easy-to-use, secure waist-buckle system; heavy-duty nylon main panels; spandex panels on the sides, saddle and crotch for ultimate in comfort; and fullcut Kevlar knee panels for maximum wear and comfort with all types of knee braces and / or pads. They are available in purple, blue and rust. The jerseys have a SO/SO cotton/polyester blend on the inside for comfort with polyester outside to resist staining and fading. They boast wild, aJl-over print graphics; extra-long tails; and ribbed cuffs and collars. The jerseys are available in purple and white, blue and white, rust ,,!,d black, and purple and black. Suggested retail prices are $129 for the pants and $39 for the jersey. For more information, contact Acerbis USA, Dept. CN, 9402 Wheatlands Court, Suite A, Santee, CA 92071,619/562-1440, £ax 619/562-6687.

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