K&G Cycles Announces New Product Collaborations
Constantly on the lookout for new and revolutionary products to add to their unrivaled assortment of quality motorcycle parts, apparel and gear available online, K&G Cycles has recently added a number of premier vendors to their list of reputable collaborators.
The Call of the Ride
Somewhere, deep down inside, everyone feels the call of the ride. Whether it’s the freedom of the proverbial wind in their hair of a cruiser, the need for speed of a super sport or the thrill of temporary weightlessness associated with launching a 450 skyward over a sick triple — the call itself is all
Why They Buy: Suzuki C109RT
Bob Kallenbach of Kent, Ohio, discusses why he purchased his Suzuki cruiser.
Honda Unveils Additional 2011 Model Availability
American Honda Motor Company’s Powersports Division has announced an additional release of street bikes and off-road models for the 2011 model year. These Hondas include the Fury, Interstate, Shadow RS and Shadow Phantom with the Sabre and Stateline customs released at a later date. A pair of popular off-road motorcycles return, the CRF80F and CRF100F,
Working The Windy City
Chicago Cycle Expands Haehn’s Success
Shoei ST-Cruz Helmet
The Shoei ST-Cruz is made for the cruiser who appreciates a “wind-in-your-face” half-helmet that meets DOT standards. This helmet has attractive traditional styling with a contemporary update! It boasts a lightweight AIM (Advanced Integrated Matrix) shell as well as adjustable forehead vents that allow flow-through ventilation; a plush, brushed-nylon interior; a sewn-in crown pad; the
2010 Touring Season Starter Kit
Where the interstate ends, adventure begins, and riders of all ages and experience levels yearn to escape. Create gear checklists for all types of touring, and share them with every adventurer that walks in your door. If he’s heading for a 200-mile weekender, his needs will be vastly different from the rider embarking on a
Zox Alto DLX Helmet
Zox has released new graphics for its cruiser, street and off-road helmets. Pictured, we have the 2010 Alto DLX cruiser lid blazoned with the new skulls and barbs-laden Execution graphic. Sure Sellers: • Revolutionary thin EPS liner • 3-snap shorty visor and ear protector included • Net weight: 2.0 lbs. For more info: NHJ Powersports
Ultima Calipers
Whether a customer is dressing up his cruiser or building his own one-off, Ultima’s four-piston calipers are ideal. Its front calipers retail for $162.22 and the rears go for $188.03. Ultima also offers retro-fit calipers for ‘84 through ‘99 Softails. Both of these set-ups come complete with break pads. www.ultimaproducts.com
A Family Affair
Laura and Brian Klock’s World Land Speed Record-Holding Clan
Wille & Max Revolution Saddlebags
Price point is king these days, so Willie & Max has made three synthetic leather additions to its Revolution saddlebag line. Sure Sellers: • Three designs, grommetted, swooped or studded, in hard-mount or throwover style • Hard-mount style fits most cruisers • Throwover bags have reinforced backs to provide stability, as well as reinforced yokes
Trikes Rule
Lehman Trikes Helps Foster Growing Segment
Wille & Max Revolution Saddlebags
Price point is king these days, so Willie & Max has made three synthetic leather additions to its Revolution saddlebag line. Sure Sellers: • Three designs, grommetted, swooped or studded, in hard-mount of throwover style • Hard-mount style fits most cruisers • Throwover bags have reinforced backs to provide stability, as well as reinforced yokes
The Cycle Census
Crunch these stats to optimize your shop’s performance
Patriot Suspension Genesis Series Fork Spring Kit
ailing for the long haul. The kit actually contains two springs, one inside the other. Sure Sellers: • As outer Multirate spring compresses due to rough riding, the inner Genesis spring takes over to ensure a smooth ride • Fits “nearly every” cruiser bike on the market, the company says For More Info: Patriot Suspension,
Performance Machine Assault Racing Wheels
The Assault is PM’s latest addition to its line of racing wheels. It features an “ultra-light” modular hub and a 6-puck cush drive, and the company says its increased hub rubber depth gives its wheels a smooth torque transfer. The Assault is available in a 12-spoke pattern for Hondas and Yamahas and a 10-spoke pattern