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...---------------------------------------------------------------------- New Products Anned and ready The new RD-l jackets from La Forza Sports are weather-resistant, breathable and are claimed to be comfortable for those long rides. The RD-1 jackets, manufactured by Clover in Italy, feature removable CE body armor in the shoulder and elbow, along with a removable thermal liner, venting and optional back protector. Waist, collar and cuffs are fully adjustable, and the front of the jacket is equipped with a double-closure zip and rubberized buttons. Exterior is primarily Du Pont Cordura. They are available in black with blue trim and black with red trim. Retail price is $397.95. For more information, contact La'Forza Sports, Dept. CN, P.O. Box 8882, Calabasas, CA 91372, 818/992-6061 laforza@ix.netcom.com. Slay a ride Slay the longest of rides with Pirelli's new Dragon GTS SportMileage Radials. According to Pirelli, "OAT" is what sets the GTS apart from other sport-tour'ing tires. What's OAT? Dual Arc Tread, is what OAT is. What Pirelli tells us about the MTR23 (front) and MTR24 (rear) tires is that the solid center area of the tire is geared to ride corrifort and extended mileage, while the uniquely arced shoulder grooves run parallel to the direction of forces acting on the tire, for better grip and stability when leaned over. The Dragon GTS is designed with a rounded profile for lighter, more neutral handling, and the tread depth is increased to make the tire last longer. Fronts start at $136 and· rears at $170. To get some, see your local dealer or contract Pirelli Motorcycle Tire Division, Dept. CN, 300 North Pottstown Pike, Suite #280, Exton, PA 19341, . 610/524-2190, fax 610/524-2191. It's a snap The Snap is new to Alpinestars' casual shoe line for 1999. Made of a blend of durable suede leather and cotton canvas, Alpinestars created this shoe for the person on the move who demi'nds ultimate comfort. A lightly padded tongue, coupled nylon lining and an aggressive sole add up to performance, claims Alpinestars. The Snap shoes are available in two colors, blue and black, and come'in sizes 312.5. For more information, contact your local dealer or Alpinestars, Dept. CN, 3860 Del Amo Blvd. Ste. 401, Torrance, CA 90503, 310/542-5996, www.al.pinestars.com. Chrome dome Xtreme is now offering chrome accessories for its line. of Worx .Helmets. Add that factory look with Xtreme's new Worx Chrome Visor, Chrome Mouth Vent and Chrome Visor Screw Kit. The visor sells for $39.95, the mouth vent for $9.99 and the screw kit for $1.95. For more information, contact Xtreme, Dept. CN, 624 Garrison Street, Suite 102, Oceanside, CA 92054, 760/996-1460 www.xtrememx.com. Sound off Ready to give your sportbike a new look while increasing performance as well? Perhaps the Acerbis S-35 Carbon Street Silencer is what you're looking for: Acerbis claims that the 5-35 silencer is very easy to install, enhances performance and improves exhaust tones, without a huge increase in noise. Acerbis also claims that you will not need to make any carburetion changes. The S-35 Carbon Street Silencer is available for Honda CBR900 ('98), CBR600 ('92-97), Ducat Monster, Kawasaki ZX-7R (''16-97), and Suzuki GSXRs ('96-97). Suggested retail price for the Honda, Kawasaki and Suzuki motorcycles is $429, and $858 (per pair) for the Ducati. For more information, see your local dealer or contact Acerbis {jSA, Dept. CN, 13200 Gregg Street, Poway, CA 92064, 619/679-5229. Tempest _.......... temptress Smuggle your goods Corbin's new Smuggler saddle combines a solo seat with a rear cowling painted to coordinate with your bike that gives quick access to underseat storage for your Honda CBR110QXX. Corbin claims the saddle is ergonomically sculpted for better weight distribution and neutralized to curb sliding in the saddle. The cowling section has a locking, weatherstripped door so you can access underseat storage without removing the. saddle. The Smuggler Saddle sells for $399. For more information, see . you local dealer or contact Corbin, Dept. CN, 2360 Technology Way, Hollister, CA 95023, 800/223-4332, www.corbin.com. Performance Machine has added another design to is Fusion wheel line, called the Tempest. The fivespoke wheels are available polished or with a chrome finish, and matching brakes, pulleys and sprockets are also available. Prices start at $775, from Performance Machine, Dept. CN, 6892 Marlin Circle, La Palma, CA 90623, 714/523-3000, fax 714/523-3007.