Saddle Your Seat With Gel
Utilizing patented Memoflex gel technology that not only provides superior feel and protection but also increases air ventilation throughout, Saddlemen presents the new SaddleGel riding shorts. Interior construction includes a soft fabric lining next to the skin, and the low-friction material prevents clothes from bunching and giving the "wedgies" often experienced while riding with other shorts. The softly brushed suede-like interior is cool and wicks away perspiration. SaddleGel riding shorts are available in small, medium, large, extra large, and extra-extra large.
For more information, contact Saddlemen, (800) 397-7709, www.saddlemen.com.
Three New Flavors
Just when it looked as if the wheel market had settled into a safe and repetitive groove, Performance Machine has come out with three totally new designs. PM went full-on bling with the Marquee, which is machined from a solid aluminum forging and features 20 arced spokes coming from a webbed center. The Domino is also a multispoke wheel, but with a clean, open design that would look great on just about any bike. The Judge catches the eye with its five vintage mag-style spokes and machined speed dots around the perimeter. As with all PM wheels, matched discs, pulleys, and sprockets are available for each design, and PM builds in every size imaginable.
For more information, contact Performance Machine or your local PM dealer, (714) 523-3000, www.performancemachine.com.
Two-Five-O
The dynamic design of Heartland USA's Two-Five-O tire conversion system offers a fresh and innovative solution that reflects today's trend for bigger rubber. Each system includes chromed billet-aluminum struts, a handcrafted solo seat, 11-inch-wide 16-gauge steel rear fender (four options), steel rock-guard fender, swingarm, and an offset kit for the transmission. Heartland's patented removable second seat is available as an option, as well as the company's mirror-chrome solid 18x8.5 rear wheel and 250 tire or a 60-spoke 18x8.5 rear wheel and 250 tire. A new rear brake system, belt, pulley, or wheel spacers are not needed, as the design allows you to utilize your stock components. All the necessary gears, extensions, spacers, gaskets, and hardware are provided.
For more information, contact Heartland USA, (310) 822-2697, www.heartlandbiker.com.
The Sha Sha Redemption
Sha Sha Fine Shoes Inc., a manufacturer of alternative-styled footwear for men and women, is introducing a new signature line for the motorcycle industry, co-created by master chopper builder Matt Hotch of Matt Hotch Designs. Matt's personal style of riding in low-top deconstructed athletic shoes inspired Sha Sha to work with him to develop his own signature line of footwear.
For more information, contact Sha Sha Fine Shoes,(877) 3-SHA-SHA, www.sha-sha.com.
To the Max
Maximum Metalworks, manufacturer of motorcycle frames for the American V-Twin, presents the new 2G hidden-shock drop-seat frame. The right-side-drive frame can accommodate a 250/300/330 rear tire and includes a fork stop, a built-in full-size battery box, oil tank, swingarm, pivot bolts and covers, axle, axle bolts, axle covers, and required hardware. Also included are builder-friendly adjustable rear struts that may be positioned to run internally or externally on the fender. As with all Maximum Metalworks frames, they are available in any stretch or rake and may be ordered with optional radiused (single or dual) downtubes. These frames are built with 1-3/8-inch and 1-3/4-inch DOM tubing throughout. All parts are CNC-machined and TIG-welded.
For more information, contact Maximum Metalworks, (613) 931-9452, www.maximummetalworks.com.