Flat-OutSafety ascends to a new level with Works' air shocks for Softails. Besides looks and confident, smooth riding, the air Softail shocks are designed to "run flat" in an emergency. This means that if there were a loss of pressure, the bike could still be ridden at reduced speed to get to a safe haven. Additionally, if a line fails, the system deflates slowly to allow the rider to react and reduce speed and lean angle. To guard against line problems, stainless-steel sheathed hoses are used for strength and durability. Two versions are available: an eye-to-eye style for '89-'99 models and the "post" style for '00-up. Currently, the shocks are available in black only, with polished-billet compressor brackets and switch mounts.
For more information, contact Works Performance Products at (818) 701-1010, or visit www.worksperformance.com.
To SpecCustom Cycle Engineering extension fork tubes range from '49 Harleys up to the newest models. The tubes start with special-ordered DOM 1026 steel tubing, and then the company grinds the outside diameter to OEM specifications and machines it to exact ID specs. The final product is plated to a show-chrome finish. Sizes for FXD range from 2 inches under to 18 inches over, and for the FXDWG sizes range from 4 inches under to 16 inches over.
For more information, contact Custom Cycle Engineering at (760) 941-6487, or visit www.customcycleengineering.com.
Stick a Fork in ItSpyke's beefy 63mm inverted frontends feature speed-sensitive damping and progressive-rate springs for a plush ride with uncompromised handling over a variety of surfaces. The fork has chrome-plated triple clamps machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminum, a chrome-plated 63.5mm-diameter upper tube, and a hard chrome 45mm-diameter slider tube. The fork's sturdy legs are billet-machined and chrome-plated for that refined, smooth look. In addition, they are set up to handle single-disc or dual-disc brakes and are available (in 2-inch increments) from 2 inches under to 24 and 30 inches over.
For more information, contact Spyke at (562) 869-9333, or visit www.SpykeInc.com.
Bear NecessitiesIf you're looking for a cool frontend, Big Bear's Merc Springer is the way to go. The Springer is 18 inches over with 2 degrees of rake, but it can be built to your desired length with up to 2 degrees of rake in the trees. A spiffy set of spikes on top of the springs and killer rockers at the wheel make this deadly-looking Merc something to be reckoned with.
For more information, contact Big Bear Choppers at (909) 878-4340, or visit www.bigbearchoppers.com.
Cool FactorThe Hi-Lo Rider from Bike Buddy Pro is a complete air-suspension kit available for a wide variety of bikes, allowing custom adjustments and designs to be made to suit your riding conditions and the design of your bike. This all-in-one system gives you both function and looks, along with an optional remote control that allows operation from up to 200 feet from the bike. Hi-Lo shocks come with a lifetime warranty.
For more information, contact Bike Buddy Pro at (818) 203-2853, or visit www.bikebuddypro.com.