K-Tech DDS Series Rear Shock
After much development work and testing, K-Tech has released the new 35DDS rear shock, now available to racers and track day participants worldwide for most current sportbikes, including the new 2011 Kawasaki ZX 10R Ninja.
Beth Dolgner Joins Throttle Nation as Editor
Beth Dolgner has been named Editor of Throttle Nation, the bi-monthly magazine covering the aftermarket sportbike scene. Dolgner will oversee all editorial content and assist in the magazine’s overall focus in her new role.
Suzuki Introduces Its 2011 Line of Motorcycles and ATVs
Suzuki’s array of 2011 motorcycles and ATVs offers something for all riders. Whether a rider wants to cruise the open road, discover a new trail, commute to work or set a new lap record at the track – Suzuki has a 2011 motorcycle or ATV for every type of rider.
Annual Suzuki Dealer Meeting Showcases 2011 Bikes
Suzuki announces that 2011 is “Just the Beginning” at its Annual Dealer Meeting in Las Vegas BREA, Calif. Oct 6, 2010
2011 Suzuki GSX-R Unveiled At Dealer Meeting
Suzuki announced the arrival of two brand-new GSX-R sportbike models to its 2011 lineup at their annual dealer meeting in Las Vegas this past weekend. These include new, redesigned and upgraded versions of the class-leading GSX-R600 and GSX-R750 sportbikes, and feature a variety of updates and innovations.
Working The Windy City
Chicago Cycle Expands Haehn’s Success
True Grit
How does a guy from Jersey come to build and design a race bike in his spare time?
2010 Dealer Trends Through March
2010 Dealer Trends Through March
Performance MachineM Radial Mount Brake Caliper/’Busa Bars/Contour Hand Controls
When it comes to high-performance braking, racers are always at the cutting edge, and the technology tends to trickle down to us street guys. PM Radial Mount Calipers are favored by the go-fast guys for their resistance to twisting and flex. This keeps the caliper perfectly in line with the disc, thus reducing heat buildup.
Cycle Guys FastPack Sportbike Bags
The Cycle Guys have come up with the FastPack, available in three sizes to fit most modern sportbikes. Zipped down, it’s a carbon fiber embossed seat pad. Zip it up, and it carries over eight liters of cargo, perfect for day trips or even an over-nighter. Proudly made in the USA, the FastPack has a
Western Power Sports Day Motorcycle Cover
Motorcycle Cover was designed to take up less room in saddlebags and to be easier to put on and take off for everyday use. Sure Sellers: • Elastic straps hook to the footpegs to secure the cover and rain-resistant rip-stop nylon construction is protective and durable • Elastic bottom stretches to fit most machines •
AFAM Sprockets
Drive Systems, the exclusive importer for AFAM Sprockets, now offers the new AFAM K2 Workslite rear sprocket in black hard anodized with a Workslite countershaft and a D.I.D. ERV3 gold-on-gold race chain. The sprocket weighs approximately 9 ounces and is teflon-coated for a top-notch appearance and wear resistance. AFAM K2 Conversion Kits are offered for
Euros From Tourers
Cash in on the Adventure Tourism Boom
Race Tech Fork Spring Compressor Tool
Race Tech’s unique foot-operated Fork Spring Compressor Tool is designed to work like Race Tech’s hand-operated tool. The tool allows the spring to be compressed while the fork cap is removed from the rod. For most bike models, the tool can be used with the forks on or off the bike. Race Tech’s foot-operated Fork
Durrani Racing 510 Series Magnesium Wheels
The patented Durrani Racing 510 Series Magnesium Wheels are injection molded through a semi-solid forming process known as Thixomolding. Up to 40 percent lighter than aluminum, they’ve been tested to global certification standards including JWL and TUV. Durrani claims these are the first magnesium “Life of the Bike” wheels. They’re hitting the streets in the
Oil Intel
Are Full Synthetics The Hot Ticket?