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Black out your Harley-Davidson with these new accessories. While you’re at it, check out the triple vent jacket for maximum summer protection.

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NEW MATTE BLACK WILLIE G SKULL COLLECTION EXPRESSES SUBTLE, DURABLE CUSTOM STYLE

The new Willie G Skull Black Collection from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts & Accessories® is perfect for adding a custom touch to a motorcycle’s style. Manufactured from original equipment components to ensure a perfect fit, the covers in this 17-piece collection are painted black for a rich matte sheen to provide a long-lasting finish.

Penned at the hand of Willie G Davidson, the famous skull collection makes a shift to the dark side. A new matte black finish has the same great design from the previous chrome offering. Completely drenched in black, the raised skull and surrounding “Harley-Davidson Motorcycle” script adds a subtle, ominous touch to your ride. This finish easily coexists alongside gloss black or wrinkle black surfaced to be combined for a wide variety of customization styles.

Available Willie G Skull Black Components include Air Cleaner Trims, Timer Covers, Derby Covers, LED Fuel Gauge, Fuel Cap, Fuel Tank Console Door, Front Axle Nut Covers and right-and-left-hand Medallions. These accessories fit many Street, Sportster®, VRSC, Softail®, Dyna®, Touring and Trike models. All items include black hardware when required for installation.

See an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer for fitment details or visit www.H-D.com/catalogs to request a Genuine Motor Parts & Accessories catalog.

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NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON TRIPLE VENT SYSTEM JACKETS:
Keep Rolling this Summer with Maximum Comfort & Rebellious Style

If a rider buys one jacket this summer, make sure it is the one with the most advanced air management system in the market. The Harley-Davidson Triple Vent System line of jackets are available in both men’s and women’s leather and textile options and will handle almost anything Mother Nature throws at them.

H-D® patented, designed and wind tunnel tested to provide best in class venting on all Harley-Davidson motorcycles, the Triple Vent System gives customized comfort no matter the temperature. The Triple Vent System keeps riders and passengers cool by maximizing airflow with dozens of ways to adjust the cooling upward air current from front to back.

Featuring three strategically placed vents on each side of the body with stay-open snap tabs that enable extra-wide vent openings, Triple Vent System jackets dial in the perfect amount of airflow. The jacket’s Triple Vent System includes three zippered vertical vents that allow customizable airflow that’s unaffected by backrests, fairings or passengers. Venting extends to the armpits to maximize airflow at speed and allows the jacket to breathe even when idling.

Visit a local dealer to try on the new Men’s H-D® Triple Vent System Wick Twister Leather Jacket (P/N 98023-18VM, $495). Featuring mid-weight buffalo leather and a polyester mesh lining, the hip release zippers and action back elevate comfort of this jacket to a new level. Be sure to check out the body armor pockets at elbows and shoulders, and power-stretch action in the lightly padded back, waist and shoulders. Piping is 3M Scotchlite Reflective Material.

Or if rain showers are imminent, weather the storm with the Women’s Worden or Men’s Rutland Triple Vent System Riding Jackets (Women’s 98165-18VW, $295, Men’s P/N 98160-18VM, $335 ). Both offer optimal cooling for when the skies do clear and the temperatures heat up again. These textile jackets are fully loaded with all the patented functional features of the TVS line to keep the journeys long and enjoyable. Made from waterproof 100 percent polyester with body armor pockets at the elbows, shoulders and back to hold the optional accessory for impact protection, while 3M Scotchlite Reflective Material delivers enhanced visibility in low light conditions.

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Check out this list of Yamaha R3 Performance Parts to pimp your ride. 

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Pulse IPT P.7 Battery

Think your R3 is light now? Check out the Pulse IPT P.7 battery. Measuring just 4.4 x 2.75 x 4.2 inches and weighing just 1.8 lbs., it will drop right into your R3. (The stock battery weighs 6 lbs.) It’s part of a series of entirely new batteries that are the smallest, lightest and most powerful lithium powersports batteries available today. Each one is individually fitted to your bike and has features unavailable in any other similar battery. Full Spectrum Power is the only lithium powersports battery made in the USA.

The new Full Spectrum Power Pulse IPT line of batteries are the first rider-centric lithium motorcycle batteries ever built. Each Pulse IPT has an integrated battery management system for better performance and longer life, a reset button to prevent your battery from being drained, an advanced case design that resists heat, vibration, gas and oil, and a wide variety of other advanced features not available in any other lithium powersports battery. For more information about the Full Spectrum Power Pulse IPT line of batteries, click below.

Competition Werkes Exhaust Slip-On

The Competition Werkes Exhaust Slip-On for the Yamaha R3 replaces the big, ugly stock exhaust with a welded stainless steel slip-on that reduces weight and looks and sounds much, much better. Welding in conical sections of tubing instead of bending the pipe eliminates all the weak points at the inside and the outside of each bend, just like a MotoGP exhaust system. Made in the USA and much less expensive than full systems.

Competition Werkes Fender Eliminator

The Competition Werkes Fender Eliminator gets rid of that heavy and unsightly rear fender and insect-like turn signals. Trim and lightweight, the fender eliminator is hand made from stainless steel and comes complete with modern turn indicators, all mounting hardware and easy-to-follow instructions. Competition Werkes is the originator of the fender eliminator and has been in business continuously under the same ownership since 1984.

Carbonin Avio

Carbonin Avio bodywork is made of carbon fiber reinforced with kevlar and is the lightest, strongest and most flexible bodywork available today. The Carbonin Avio kit for the R3 comes complete with upper and lower fairings, right and left side panels, tank cover, single race seat with raised seat height, seat support and pre-installed Dzus fasteners for easy installation and removal. The kit can be supplied pre-painted with your logos. Fits all R3s 2015-2018.

GBRacing Engine Cover Set

The GBRacing Engine Cover Set for the Yamaha R3 is made from precision injection molded 60% long glass fiber reinforced nylon composite, providing the ultimate in protection. The tough long glass-fibered nylon is a high impact material that is designed to absorb energy without cracking and resists abrasion while sliding. Designed to be installed over your existing OEM engine covers and not as replacement covers. The three-piece set includes an alternator cover, a clutch cover and an ignition cover. Don’t let dirt and gravel get in your motor!

Galespeed

The Galespeed front and rear wheels take POUNDS of rotating mass off your R3, making acceleration and braking much quicker and turn-in super easy. Much lighter and stiffer than the OEM wheels, the front wheel is 3 3/4 pounds lighter than stock and the rear wheel is six pounds lighter than stock. That’s almost 10 pounds of weight removed from the largest moving parts on your motorcycle! Get the advantage you need to win races with the Galespeed Wheel Set. Wheels sold separately.

Ohlins

No other suspension company has more race track experience than Ohlins, and their Rear Shock for the R3 has all their knowledge built right in. Fully adjustable for compression, rebound, preload and length, the Ohlins rear shock can handle any race track or street situation. Comes with a wide variety of spring options and a setting library is available. Featuring Ohlins’ proprietary single tube technology, a 46 mm piston and a remote, nitrogen-charged resevoir, there simply is no better rear shock for your R3.

Translogic Systems Ltd

Translogic Systems Ltd has developed the most advanced Quickshifter systems available. The QSX Quickshifter systems feature a dual channel interrupt system to allow for fine manual adjustment of interrupt durations of ignition coils or fuel injectors. Without this dual channel feature the quickshift will not be good enough at mid to lower RPMs resulting in very snatchy gear shifts as with other single channel systems. The QSX Quickshifter systems work straight out of the box but you can still set-up the QSX Quickshifter ECU to suit your particular riding style whether it’s softer, slower Quickshifting for lower RPM shifting or faster and crisper Quickshifting for high RPM track use.

Aim Sport Solo 2

Taking your R3 to the track? Check out the Aim Sport Solo 2 GPS Lap Timer. The new Solo 2 is a completely automatic lap timer based on the latest GPS technology from AIM. It receives data from two satellite constellations, GPS and GLONASS, making it much faster and more precise than the previous version. Lap times are calculated every 2/100 of a second. The Solo 2 displays and records speed, acceleration and braking. When the Solo 2 is powered up, it automatically recognizes the start/finish line coordinates of the track you are visiting based on the huge list of world tracks stored on Solo 2’s internal memory and starts sampling and displaying lap times automatically. At the end of the day, you can review all the key information on the Solo 2. All of the GPS and ECU-based data recorded on the Solo 2 can be analyzed with the Race Studio 3 professional software. Graphs, histograms and tables will help you understand your performance at all positions on the track. There is no better device to help you improve your performance than the Aim Sport Solo 2.

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As we pay our respects to all of our past, current and future military service members this Memorial Day Weekend, for allowing us to enjoy all our freedoms here in the beautiful United States of America, we strongly remind you to be smart and cautious this weekend. Memorial Day weekend kicks off the summer, and without question there will be impaired drivers and motorists on the road, so be vigilant and don’t become another statistic. Cheers and God Bless America!

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Caution, motorcycle awareness urged while traveling

PICKERINGTON, OH – May 25, 2018 – The American Motorcyclist Association recognizes and appreciates the dedication and sacrifice of all who gave their lives in service to our country and extends its deep gratitude to their families and friends this Memorial Day, May 28.

“Memorial Day presents an opportunity for us to reflect on the many freedoms we, as motorcyclists and as Americans, enjoy and to honor the dedication and sacrifice of the men and women who gave their lives to secure and preserve those freedoms,” said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman.

Millions of Americans will use the long holiday weekend to enjoy the freedom of the road, traveling to events, family picnics, beaches and other attractions.

With the increased travel, the AMA encourages motorists to be alert to motorcyclists who will be on the road to participate in AMA-sanctioned events, memorial parades and freedom rides, or simply visiting family and friends.

“Distracted or impaired driving already present a grave danger to motorcyclists, as well as to pedestrians and others on the roads,” Dingman said. “With the roadways more crowded with holiday travelers, we urge extra caution for everyone in an effort to ensure a safe Memorial Day weekend. And we urge drivers and motorcyclists alike to be alert and sober.”

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Harley-Davidson joined Eaglerider at the travel industry tradeshow IPW, which Eaglerider attends each year. 

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EagleRider and Harley-Davidson Make First-Ever Joint Appearance at IPW

The Two Companies Were Among 6,000 Delegates from U.S. Travel Organizations

DENVER, Colo. (May 24, 2018) – As part of the growing strategic alliance between EagleRider, the world’s largest motorcycle rental and travel company, and Harley-Davidson, the two companies attended the U.S. Travel Association’s IPW show in Denver this week. IPW is the travel industry’s premier international marketplace and the largest generator of travel to the U.S.

EagleRider and Harley-Davidson are making it more accessible than ever for global travelers to experience some of America’s most iconic roads and destinations on a legendary Harley-Davidson® motorcycle.

“We look forward to participating in IPW every year and we were thrilled to have Harley-Davidson join us this year,” said Chris McIntyre, CEO and Co-founder of EagleRider. “Our companies have been working diligently alongside the H-D® dealer network to launch a first-of-its-kind network of motorcycle rental locations and we were proud to showcase this to the distinguished members of the U.S. Travel Association.”

Throughout the show, EagleRider and Harley-Davidson continued to demonstrate to global travel industry delegates the benefits of the alliance and even provided an opportunity for attendees, riders and non-riders alike, to experience the thrill of motorcycling for themselves on Harley-Davidson’s JUMPSTART riding simulator.

In 2017, EagleRider became the Exclusive U.S. Provider of Rentals & Tours for Harley-Davidson. With this alliance, international travelers have more options than ever before to have a truly authentic American adventure on an all-new Harley-Davidson® bike.

“The alliance with EagleRider has created seamless touring opportunities for travelers to realize their dream of riding across the U.S. on a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle,” said Anoop Prakash, Director of U.S. Retail Development at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. “Our national network of Harley-Davidson® dealers stand ready to welcome riders from around the world to deliver an unforgettable experience.”

Recently, the two brands reached an industry milestone of activating EagleRider rental locations in more than 100 Harley-Davidson® dealerships throughout the United States, creating the largest connected network of motorcycle rental and tour locations.

The expanded network allows riders to begin and end their two-wheeled adventures almost anywhere in the United States.  Every EagleRider/Harley-Davidson® dealership location can set riders up with guided tours, daily rentals and Club EagleRider membership opportunities.

Through the alliance, EagleRider exclusively uses current model year Harley-Davidson® motorcycles for its Touring and Large Cruiser motorcycle rental segments, equipped with Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories. Harley-Davidson works with EagleRider to provide rental, travel and tour experiences from its U.S dealership network.

For more information on the new locations, visit www.eaglerider.com/locations.

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Even a simple Yoshimura Alpha slip-on makes the supercharged Kawasaki H2 SX sound mean!

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The beautiful Supercharged 2018 Kawasaki H2 SX is one of the most desirable Sport-touring bikes on the market today. In our quest to perfect power delivery and make the bike look and sound better we dove in to enhance this powerful touring machine.

Our Alpha Street Series slip-on for the H2 SX comes in both carbon and stainless configurations makes the magic happen. Increasing HP and Torque while making this powerful beast more friendly and fun to ride. If saving weight is what you’re into we have that covered too. The carbon version saves over 8 pounds! Of course a complimentary exhaust note that makes everyone green with envy.

Also available is our ever popular Fender Eliminator Kit for the H2 SX. This new kit incorporates our new Shrink Solder Connectors and our new and improved weather tight light housing equipped with a brighter DOT compliant LED light.

Proudly made in the USA!

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2018 Kawasaki H2 SX Alpha slip-on and FE kit pricing and info

2018 Kawasaki H2 SX Street Alpha SO SS/CF/CF 
Part # 14210BM220
MSRP: $649.00
QUALIFIED MANUFACTURER DECLARED “REPLACEMENT PART”
2018 Kawasaki H2 SX Street Alpha SO SS/SS/CF 
Part # 14210BM520
MSRP: $549.00
QUALIFIED MANUFACTURER DECLARED “REPLACEMENT PART”
2018 Kawasaki H2 SX Fender Eliminator kit 
Part # 070BG142100
MSRP: $179.00

Stock muffler weight: 13.0 Lbs.
Alpha SS/CF/CF slip-on: 4.8 Lbs.
Alpha SS/SS/CF slip-on: 5.8 lbs. 

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Proper labeling of E15 fuel is important, as modern motorcycles were not designed to operate on such fuels. 

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U.S. Rep. Austin Scott (R-Ga.) and U.S. Rep. Lois Frankel (D-Fl.) have introduced the “Consumer Protection and Fuel Transparency Act of 2018” in the U.S. House (H.R. 5855). The American Motorcyclist Association supports this bill.

The AMA has repeatedly warned of the dangers of E15 (15 percent ethanol by volume) for motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles because none of the estimated 22 million motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles in use in the United States is certified by the Environmental Protection Agency to operate on fuel containing more than 10 percent ethanol. Inadvertent use of E15 in vehicles not designed for its use can damage fuel system and engine components and void manufacturer’s warranties.

This bipartisan legislation would require the EPA to revise the labeling requirements for fuel pumps that dispense E15 and conduct a consumer education campaign to inform the public about the risks of improper use of E15 and the vehicles and equipment that are prohibited from using E15. To learn more and send a prewritten message to your representative, click the “take action” button below.

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The Dunlop K180 flat track tire was once reserved for the few who rode around dirt ovals. Now, thanks to the popularity of street trackers and scramblers in the States, Dunlop is offering the tires to everybody in America.

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With the introduction of various street trackers, scramblers and the growing culture of custom and vintage bikes inspired by American Flat Track racing, the timing is ideal for the introduction of the K180 to the U.S. market.

The K180 was inspired by American Flat Track and offers a classic and aggressive look. The K180 is P speed rated for speeds up to 93 mph and is a great choice for vintage flat track racing, or flat-track riders on off-road 450s who can fit the K180 3.00-21 size to their stock wheel. These will also be popular for riders building custom bikes with a street-legal flat track look.

Available at Dunlop retailers in select sizes, the K180 is also the original equipment tire on the newly popular Suzuki VanVan 200.

Sizes:

Front	Load/Speed
3.00-21 TT	51P

Front and Rear	Load/Speed
120/90-18 TT	65P
130/80-18 TT	66P

Rear	Load/Speed
180/80-14 TT	78P

About Dunlop Motorcycle Tires

Dunlop is the largest supplier and manufacturer of original equipment and replacement motorcycle tires in the U.S.A. For more information, visit DunlopMotorcycleTires.com

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From pace cars to safety cars, the BMW M series has been the official track car of MotoGP for nearly 20 years now.

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Not everyone has the luxury of being able to ride year round, and keeping your motorcycle properly stored in the off-season so that firing it up is easy and painless come time to ride is important. Spectro Performance Oils has just released their newest product that will keep your fuel system’s components it tip-top shape.

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BROOKFIELD, CT  – May 23, 2018 – Spectro Performance Oils would like to announce the newest addition to their already top quality product line-up… Spectro Ethanol Fuel Conditioner! This product is a must in any gear-head or powersport enthusiast’s garage. The Ethanol Fuel Conditioner will protect any fuel system components from damage by ethanol, which is present in most fuels, it will also inhibit the build up of gums and prevent corrosion in your fuel delivery system. It will extend fuel life and allow for extended and no-maintenance off-season storage. The Ethanol Fuel Conditioner will work with fuel systems in all 2 and 4 stroke vehicles, from yard equipment to classic cars.

Spectro Ethanol Fuel Conditioner is so new and improved, the only thing that wasn’t changed was the bottle! This Ethanol Fuel Conditioner should be used with every fill up of your fuel tank to ensure maximum protection! The bottle will treat up to 17 gallons, just squeeze the bottle and fill to the top measuring line on the reservoir (0.5oz or 10ml) for every gallon of fuel in your tank. For fuel storage, add Spectro Ethanol Fuel Conditioner to the fuel and run engine for 10 minutes to ensure product is circulated throughout the fuel system and engine.

Head on over to our social media pages (and don’t forget to “Like Us” or “Follow Us”) to get schooled on Ethanol fuels and their negative effects on your fuel delivery system and motor. More the reason to add Spectro Ethanol Fuel Conditioner to your vehicles “insurance policy” and to avoid costly repairs down the road.

To learn more and find your local retailer, please go to the dealer locator.

“Spectro Ethanol Fuel Conditioner” (product code: K.EFC) is a new product and has replaced the now discontinued “Spectro FC Premium Fuel Conditioner & Stabilizer” (product code: K.SFC). If you have any questions, please call 800-243-8645.

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Get your ass down to Americade and perch it atop the new RodeMaster P-Tour Seat. 

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ROYAL RIDING ROAD TRIP!

RodeMaster P-Tour Seat To Debut At Americade

Phoenix, AZ — Royal Riding, a pioneer in the gel seat pads sector, is unveiling a new concept at Americade this year. The RodeMaster “Push” P-Tour is a game-changing development, literally pushing the rider 1-1/2” closer to the tank for better ergonomics and greater access to the handlebars. What better way to make its debut than the ultimate touring rally in Lake George, New York June 5-10.

“Americade has long been known as one of the best weeks of riding in the U.S. and with the most demo rides of any rally, it was the perfect place to “push” our P-Tour concept since you really have to ride it to feel the difference,” says Royal Riding President Rod Derifield. “The P-Tour is for the rider who finds the standard seating position to be a little too roomy… not only does it push the rider closer to the bars for greater control when riding, we have streamlined the inner thigh area for confidence inspiring sure footing when stopped.”

However, comfort has not been compromised. “The P-Tour is ergonomically designed to give the rider maximum comfort by minimizing pressure with our hallmark tailbone and prostate relief channels,” explains Derifield. “Now shorter riders don’t have to make a choice between comfort and control so everyone can Ride Farther!”

In addition to pushing the rider closer to the tank, the P-Tour is able to retain a lower profile courtesy of its proprietary viscoelastic molded gel inserts. “A ½” thick medical grade gel pad is integrated in the critical sits bone area,” adds Royal Riding’s Eastern Region Manager Kim Kulman. “It dampens vibration and helps absorb shock from the road surface itself.”

Working in conjunction with the gel inserts is Royal Riding’s foam. “Our specially formulated medium density contour-cushioning foam works in harmony with the gel for added comfort and longevity,” says Kulman. “As is the case with all RodeMaster seats, the primary focus is to eliminate the pain.”

Top grain leather seating surfaces, durable fiberglass baseplates and powdercoated hardware are among the premium components. “It mounts as easily as a stock seat, with no modifications necessary to push the rider forward a full 1-1/2 inches… and it offers more miles of pain free riding,” concludes Derifield. “Try it out for yourself at Americade and Ride Farther.”

Bike fitment: FLHT& FLTR 2008-18, FLHX Street Glide 2008-18, Road King 2008-18

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Pushes the rider a full 1-1/2 inches closer to the tank than stock seats for greater control
• Streamlined inner thigh area for confidence inspiring sure footing
• ½” thick high-tech viscoelastic molded gel integrated in the sits bone area
• Medium density contour-cushioning foam formulated for longevity and comfort
• Top grain leather seating surfaces
• Corrosion resistant powder coated hardware
• No special tools or modifications necessary to mount the seat

MSRP:  

P-Tour $595

P-Tour With Backrest $775

Stop by Booth #210 at Americade and test out the new “Push” P-Tour seat for yourself.

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