Maxima Racing Oils: The Santee, California based blender has appointed respected Hoya, Germany based importer and distributor Hermann Hartje AG a business partner for the German market. "By working with the most sought-after powersports vehicle motorcycle engine oil manufacturer in the United States we are significantly expanding and specializing our lubricant offering," stated Jens Engelking, head of MotoAuto at Hartje. Maxima offers a full range of products for all powersports applications and sectors, but is especially well known in the USA for its V-twin 'Oil Change in a Box' program and in the off-road/MX market; www.maximausa.com, www.hartje.de
Saddlemen: Riding race-prepared Pan America 1250 ST motorcycles, Team Saddlemen made racing history by sweeping all three podium positions in the Daytona SuperHooligan race! No motorcycle racing team has ever accomplished this before. In Race 1, Team Saddlemen riders Cory West scored first place, with Travis Wyman in second place. In Race 2, all three Team Saddlemen riders - #85 Jake Lewis, #10 Travis Wyman, and #1 Cory West - scored podium positions 1-2-3 respectively. No wonder CEO Dave Echert looks pleased with life; www.saddlemen.com
Kibblewhite Precision Machining: KPMI manufactures and distributes one of the most extensive lines of valvetrain and components for the Harley market available from anyone, anywhere. OEM replacement parts that exceed OEM specifications in terms of durability and expected cyclical life, KPMI designs, engineers and manufactures in-house at its Pacifica, California headquarters; www.kpmi.us
Motion Pro: The Loomis, California based tools to controls specialist was founded in 1984 by six-day ISDT gold medalist Chris Carter. A long-term 'Official Tools and Cables' contingency partner of Progressive AFT, "from top tier racers to casual weekend riders, Motion Pro products are designed to help keep your customers riding and limit garage downtime"; www.motionpro.com
Klotz Synthetic Lubricants: Owned by Bob and Barbara Gorman (of Concord, Ohio Cometic Gasket fame) Fort Wayne, Indiana based Klotz added a 4 Quart Synthetic Oil Service Kit for Indian Scout models to its established Harley oil change kits. The kit includes 4 Quarts Klotz Multi-Viscosity Synthetic 15W-60Engine Lubricant, a Hiflofiltro oil filter and two Cometic copper washers for "more riding, less maintaining." Klotz V-Twin oil change kits come in four or five quarts of lubricant that has been designed specifically for the unique performance requirements of Indian V-Twin motorcycles with "outstanding oxidation performance, detergency, and wear protection for both engine and gear hardware"; www.klotzlube.com
Lyndall Brakes: The San Marcos, Texas based wheels and brakes manufacturer breathes refined air at the high-tech end of the motorcycle industry's race proven product engineering, research, design and materials science spectrum. Recent new additions include the release of new, precision-engineered perimeter mounted touring rotors - designed specifically for the 2024 and 2025 Harley-Davidson Road Glide and Street Glide models. Seamlessly integrating with the updated braking systems 2024 and 2025 Harley models, they are made from 410 Martensitic steel (JFE410DB-ER). They are fastened to the spoke of the wheel and float on a wave spring - 320 mm overall diameter with 4.5 mm thickness; www.lyndallbrakes.com
Vance & Hines: Recent additions from the Santa Fe Springs, California based performance specialist include the V&H Supersport 2-1 for M8 Baggers and Softails. "Crafted for the bold," the system "redefines the game with a perfect blend of aggressive style, raw power and a bold exhaust note." A mid-length profile system in 304 stainless steel, constructed with a hand TIG welded full length collector heat shield and muffler and a brushed finish, "the long headers wrap deftly around the cam chest cover and sweep upward to an oversized merge collector that feeds into a classic road race style muffler. The Supersport 2-into-1 delivers a perfect stance on any performance bagger build - it fits both the VVT and standard M8 Touring models;" www.vanceandhines.com
Memphis Shades: Earlier this year we reported that Memphis Shades had introduced a Race Bubble Windshield for the Baggers in the Bagger Racing League (BRL) series. Now the company has released a street version, designed for performance-driven riders. "It brings track-inspired professional-grade innovation straight to your customer's street setup." Maade specifically for high-performance riding, the BRL Race Bubble Windshield fits onto stock 2015-2023 Road Glide fairings. Crafted from clear 1/8" Lucite, "it combines lightweight durability with unmatched clarity"; www.memphisshades.com
