Barnett Clutches & Cables

Clutch kit for 2017 FL Touring models

Ventura, California based manufacturer Barnett Clutches & Cables has responded quickly to one of the commonly heard complaints about Harley's 2017 M-8 powered Tourers, namely that the existing stock clutch set-up could do with some help to handle the additional power available from the new engine.

This direct-fit upgrade clutch kit for the 2017 Harley-Davidson FL Touring models is just the latest in a long line of stock upgrades offered by Barnett down the years. It features Barnett’s segmented Kevlar friction plates, which are designed for more oil flow, longer life and smoother clutch operation.
Also included are 10 Kevlar friction plates, 9 tempered steel drive plates and a set of three heavy duty clutch springs. Barnett say all their kits are quality checked for exact stack height prior to packaging to guarantee proper fit and optimal performance. Barnett tempered steel drive plates go through a vibratory deburring process and are then checked for flatness; heavy duty Barnett clutch springs are pre-set, shot-peened and heat treated for performance and durability. Made in-house by Barnett.

BARNETT CLUTCHES & CABLES
www.barnettcables.com

Avon Motorcycle Tyres

Avon adds new Cobra touring sizes

Leading custom tire manufacturer Avon has added to its ever popular Cobra range of touring tires with two new fronts (130/60B19 and 130/60B21) and two new rears (160/70B17 and 180/55B18).

Avon has two new front and rear Cobra touring sizes

A firm favorite with custom shops, custom bike builders and performance custom engineers, Avon’s Cobras were introduced in 2007 as a replacement line for the venerable Venoms. Described as delivering “style and performance for cruisers, customs and tourers,” they are backed by Avon’s Road Hazard Warranty program and 15,000 mile warranty.
The construction is said to incorporate sports tire technology for nimble handling with a “special construction to deal with heavy loads.” They are said to have “incredible stability and longevity, making them perfect for touring with their snakeskin effect sidewalls and Cobra head on the shoulders adding a great custom styling touch to any V-twin.”

TrailRider

Noted as “ultra-quiet” tires, Avon offers extra wide sizes for custom applications in a wide range of sizes for Harley-Davidson’s V-Rod and V-Twin Baggers, Triumph’s Rocket III, Honda’s Goldwing and Valkyrie, as well as the sizes for custom bike applications.
Avon is currently also introducing a new size for Adventure sport models (150/70R18) and the Spirit ST - a new sport touring range.

AVON MOTORCYCLE TYRES NORTH AMERICA
www.avonmoto.com

JRi Shocks

JRi Shocks launches Harley fork cartridges

Mooresville, North Carolina based JRi Shocks has introduced fork cartridges to round out a Harley-Davidson suspension product line that includes standard and single adjustable rear shocks – these new fork cartridges are tuned to work in unison with JRi rear shocks.
“Customer demand drove us to add this to our product line. I put as much time, detail and attention into this product as I do with any high-performance racing product. I was so impressed with the fork cartridges and with the first time testing, showing that this addition could make you forget you’re riding a 700 plus pound motorcycle,” says Jeff Ryan, JRi Shocks’ founder and Technical Director.
The JRi fork cartridges replace all of the Harley-Davidson fork internals for the Glide family, model years 2014 to 2017, and are constructed from all aluminum aircraft grade parts. The piston design allows for “dynamic low speed and high-speed control, improving front brake diving, stability, cornering and bottoming control,” according to Ryan.
Founded by Ryan in 2007, JRi Shocks offer shock systems for all vehicle platforms, including, but not limited to, drag racing, motorcycle, off-road, road racing, short track racing, stock car racing, street performance, OEM needs, and other transportation platforms such as planes, boats and trains, bio-mechanical/cyborg devices and numerous applications within the defense/military sector.

JRI SHOCKS
www.jrishocks.com

J.W. Speaker

Adapt and evolve

The J.W. Speaker Adaptive Series headlights represent a genuine evolution in motorcycle headlights, described by the Germantown, Wisconsin based manufacturer as “the world’s first dynamically adaptive motorcycle headlight,” designed to address the issues of lighting blind spots created by fixed lights when a motorcycle is leaning or cornering.”

The Adaptive Series headlights use on-board sensors and advanced electronics to calculate bank angles on a real-time basis, automatically directing the light array up or down as the motorcycle leans. This additional illumination fills the gaps that stock headlights leave when cornering at night - intelligently “tuning” low beam and banking optics in a way that maximizes visibility in corners.

These adaptive headlights are designed with an integrated optical system that includes both an adaptive low beam as well as J.W. Speaker’s proprietary ComfortLite high beam. Together these optics are said to provide best-in-class foreground illumination and light above the horizon that dramatically improves operator comfort and safety for night-time driving.
Made with a heavy-duty, die-cast aluminum housing, state-of-the-art LEDs and “sleek design that not only delivers premium performance, but also gives the bike a truly unique look!”
Available as a plug ‘n’ play solution for 7″ round motorcycle fairings and 5.75″ round bucket mounts, they are DOT and ECE dual-compliant, and 18 different fitment kits available to make them a simple retrofit install on over 1,000 different motorcycles.”

J. W. SPEAKER
www.jwspeaker.com

Öhlins Racing

Retro 43

Swedish suspension specialist Öhlins offers a 43 mm conventional universal fork for any custom bike builder who wants to give the bike “supreme suspension performance.”

Featuring the familiar Öhlins Racing design in black or the well known Öhlins gold version, inside the fork is their proven and well known NIX technology, which features compression damping in the left leg and rebound damping in the right leg.
This allows for stable damping characteristics due to positive pressure build-up and a more precise adjustment, since the separated circuits don’t affect each other - adjustment for compression, rebound and spring preload are all easily and externally accessible at the top caps.
The company says that “this fork delivers stable characteristics while ensuring great bump absorption to give the rider a smooth and comfortable ride. The fork bottoms are delivered without brake caliper and fender mountings, which enables the fork to be easily adapted to various applications and models by the bike builder.”
These forks have a 130 mm stroke, 800 mm length, 43 mm triple clamp diameter and 9.5 N/mm spring rate with a range of optional spring rates available.

ÖHLINS RACING
www.ohlins.com

Sena Technologies

Bluetooth integrated half-helmet

Introduced earlier this year, Sena Technologies says its new DOT approved ‘Cavalry’ half-helmet is a ‘step change’ in motorcycle audio and communications. Rather than a helmet that can accept a Bluetooth system, the ‘Cavalry’ comes fully equipped with Bluetooth 4.1 technology integrated into the helmet to meet the connectivity needs of those motorcycle riders who prefer an alternate to riding with a full-face shell.

Described by Sena as an “all-in-one helmet and Bluetooth communicator,” riders can hook up their phone, answer calls, listen to music and even hear GPS navigation instructions clearly and use the built-in half-helmet Bluetooth intercom to talk with up to four other riders up to 900 meters (1,000 yards) away. With up to 10 hours talk time, the ‘Cavalry’ comes equipped with HD quality speakers and is engineered with Sena’s ‘Advanced Noise Control’ technology for wind noise reduction and a wide volume control. It also comes with optional ear pads in order to boost audio reception. 

It can be linked to the Sena Smartphone App, available for free in the iTunes App Store and on Google Play, which will enable configuring of device settings, creating FM radio and speed dial presets, and to access their interactive Quick Start Guide. The ‘Cavalry’ is firmware upgradable and comes with Sena’s two-year warranty.

SENA TECHNOLOGIES
www.sena.com

in Europe
www.senabluetooth.com

Ballistic Performance Components

Lightweight ‘Evo Power’ system options by Ballistic

Summerville, South Carolina based Ballistic Performance Components’ 16 volt ‘Evo Power’ high-performance, lightweight, lithium-ion starter battery system comes “complete with everything you need to charge, maintain and monitor your EVO3 battery – perfect for American V-twins that require more cranking amps to start modified big cubic inch motors.” 

The system kit includes a state of the art Lithium Ferrous Phosphate (LiFePO4) EVO3 battery that is said to be up to 15lb lighter than the stock battery and an OptiMate EVO maintenance charger and EVO health monitor.
The maintenance charger “keeps the EVO battery at the perfect voltage for maximum battery life, a must for modern American V-twins with high parasitic draw.” It gives “at a glance” indications of the battery’s voltage and connects directly to the EVO maintenance charger.
For applications used in cold environments or with high-performance modifications, Ballistic recommends using their 24 volt EVO ‘MAX POWER’ systems with EVO3 batteries that have higher burst cranking amps. Batteries are shipped at 30% state of capacity.
“Left unattended, with nothing drawing from the Ballistic EVO battery, our customers can expect a static discharge rate of less than 10% over a 12-month period. This is incredibly efficient. The problem is, most modern powersports vehicles have some parasitic draw from the battery when the switch is off. This parasitic draw kills batteries in powersports vehicles. Traditional trickle chargers of questionable quality are simply not up to the task of maintaining advanced lithium-ion batteries,” said Ballistic Director of Sales and Marketing, Chip Spalding.
“Our solution is a partnership with industry leader TecMate to provide the ultra-high quality OptiMate 1 lithium charger and state of the art EVO health monitor with our EVO3 battery. The package delivers everything needed to get maximum power and battery life from the EVO battery.”

DRAG SPECIALTIES
www.dragspecialties.com

Hawg Halters Inc.

Bolt-on Neck Rake Kit for 26 inch front wheels

Dahlonega, Georgia based Hawg Halters has released the first details of a new X-26 bolt-on Neck Rake Kit for 26 inch front wheel installation. 

Designed and manufactured in their facility using USA produced 6061-T6 billet aluminum and 4150 high strength steel alloy, this “leading edge, multi-piece neck design delivers unmatched strength and secure attachment. 

“Based on proven press fit technology, the result is perfect frame alignment, maximum assembly and installation rigidity and superior performance.” 
The X-26 is a complete bolt-on solution for the dealer or custom shop that does not want to cut and weld a customer’s chassis. “This precise bolt-on Neck Rake Kit allows you to convert your customer’s ride easily and get it back on the road with a minimum delay and loss of seat time. There are no warranties voided, no potential for error, and installations can be reversed if necessary.”
The HHI kit is compatible with factory suspension using stock clearances and suspension travel or any custom air suspension system. Kits fit 1996 - present Road Glide, Street Glide, Electra Glide and Road King applications.
The X-26 delivers a 38-degree rake, 5.50” frame clearance and 6.40” trail for “exceptional handling and stability.”

HAWG HALTERS INC.
www.hawghalters.com