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Shift Racing Silhouette Jeans w/ Kevlar | Women’s Denim Motorcycle Pants, Stretch Spandex

Andy — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 20:21:06 +0000

My knowledge of women's clothing can be summed up in a simple sentence: "I like it." As to what brand, or its specific attributes that make it appealing, I have no clue. I've just learned at an early age that it's best just to say those three words in order to avoid any "unexpected conflicts" that could arise. Not because of my lack of contentment in the clothing, but because of my lack of knowledge. Luckily, when it comes to motorcycle gear, I can make safe assumptions on things I like not just because of how it looks, but because of the safety features.

These Shift Women's Denim Street Motorcycle Pants are made out of a mixture of 12-ounce denim and stretch spandex, which provides greater abrasion resistance and protection all the while being able to hug those curves. If that wasn't enough, there are reinforced panels in the saddle, thigh, and knees to maximize the protection, and you know what those areas are reinforced with? 100% Kevlar, baby. Though not tested to stop a bullet, they should hold up well in the event of a spill. These jeans also feature five pockets, none are zipping however, but it makes these feel like a regular pair of jeans even more. They're available in women's sizes ranging from 0-16.

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Full Face Black Motorcycle Helmet, Matte | Vented DOT by l-volution w/ Clear & Smoke Visor

Andy — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:15:57 +0000

The world of motorcycle helmets is like an evil weed in the flower bed of life. The more you dig to find the roots and try to take out the problem plants, the more you destroy the habitat of the growing wonders you wish to enjoy. I'm relating this directly towards the multitude of "weed" helmets out there. You know, the ones that look good in the pictures, and the price tags look about what you'd want to pay, but in reality, this "weed" helmet does little more good than becoming your next hanging flower pot.

With that in mind, let's take the I-volution Matte Black Full Face Motorcycle Helmet for example. Unlike many of the brands you see online and on auction websites, I-volution has a real website and a dealer network. This means that even though they're inexpensive, there is at the very least a place where you can bring any concerns about quality to a person face to face. Besides just being a run-of-the-mill full face helmet, these guys are streamlined to reduce wind noise and are well vented. They are DOT approved, and to make the deal a little sweeter, each one comes with smoke and clear visor. It's not the best helmet out there, but hey, for the price it doesn't hurt to have one around for a spare.

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FlEXiT Hands Free Flashlight | Risk Racing Flexible Light Tool, Magnetic LED

Andy — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:09:10 +0000

When you're working in your garage, it always seems like light has a way of being everywhere except for the place you need it. Sure, having a flashlight can remedy that problem, but I find that a lot of the time using your hand to hold the light and another to do the wrenching makes things just a bit harder. We've started using hands-free flashlights at the shop, and we've never looked back... but we could because we have plenty of light to see.

The Risk Racing FlEXiT Ultra Flexible & Thin hands-free flashlight has a flexible body that allows an unlimited amount of light projections. It can easily be bent or folded to wrap the light around objects to keep it in position to let you see what you're doing. At the base there are two powerful neodymium magnets that allow you to stick this guy securely to any metal object, giving you even more flexibility on where you can see. There are a total of 16 high output LEDs that produce a lot of light. There's also three choices for the amount of light produced, either Low, Medium, or High for when you want to brighten a whole room. It uses 3 AA batteries (which are included). Its dimensions are 7 inches wide by 13 inches tall and just 3/4 inches thick.

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Harley-Davidson Edge Cut Saddlebag Latch Kit | Motorcycle Black Chrome Replacement Cover 90200421

Andy — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 20:41:56 +0000

Let's say, hypothetically, that you're the type of person that really likes to keep adding accessories on your bike. Heck, that's why you keep coming back to look at reviews about accessories that you might be somewhat interested in right? What if you ran out of items to install on your rig, but still needed your accessory fix? That's when you start accessorising your accessories. Think of it as bedazzling your stuff, but not in a dumb or cheap way. The best way to go about this kind of self medication is to add a bit of chrome to something un-chromed, like something that's plain ol' black leather.

We'll start by adding some chrome to your plain-Jane saddle bags with the Harley-Davidson Edge Cut Collection Saddlebag Latch Kit. These guys are made out of a rich black anodized aluminum that is machined to expose its rich highlights. These covers replace the original latch covers, but retain the stock hinges and locks to make installation easy. This kit includes enough goodies to do both the left and right sides. These will work on all 1993 and later models equipped with factory bags. Harley-Davidson may one day add an accessory on to this accessory for an accessory, so keep your eyes out.

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LED Magnetic Flashlight, Hands Free | Risk Racing Light Mine, Flood & Night Vision

Andy — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 20:37:06 +0000

It sucks trying to work in the dark. I'm sure bats don't mind doing it, but I don't have echolocation abilities... yet. So, until I master my gene splicing techniques, I think I'll stick to the good old 3-foot-long Maglite. Oh, wait. I forgot that those things are a little cumbersome to hold and try to spin a wrench at the same time. Well, luckily I've stumbled across the Risk Racing Magnetic Light Mine.

Besides being a "hands free" version of a flashlight, this little doohicky will attach to any surface a magnet can. It uses its eleven powerful neodymium magnets found around the center, making it basically stick-able in 360 degrees. It gives off light from its 16 high-output LED bulbs, which are also wide angle giving you more of a variance. As if just being a source of light through the dark wasn't enough, it has a total of four light functions: a low powered spotlight for direct light, a high-output flood light to really brighten the space, a red "night vision" mode, and a blinking red signal mode for any instance when you find yourself on the side of the road. Heck, it even comes with the 3 AAA batteries you need to power it with. I think it's a great idea and can see it getting a lot of use in the shop.

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Track Motorcycle Leather Jacket | Men’s Armored Basic Black by Just4Bikes

Andy — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:50:43 +0000

Picture your perfect motorcycle jacket. Does it have obnoxious logos printed or stitched everywhere on it just to promote a company? Mine doesn't, but not because I'm anti-corporation or anything, I just think that running into a fellow motorcyclist and striking up a conversation to learn more about their gear is more interesting. Does your perfect jacket turn you invisible so you're dodging every other vehicle while driving through the night? I don't know about you, but the only place I'd like to have an invisible jacket would be in the girls' locker room. There aren't many jackets out there that are perfect, but this Track Motorcycle Leather Jacket has great qualities.

From Just4Bikes, this jacket utilizes everything you want in something you're going to own for a long time. It's made of premium cowhide leather, and its removable armor and liner make it easy to clean and keep cool in the summer. The reflective stripes keep you seen at night, and it's adjustable in the waist just in case you had a big dinner that night. It also has zipper cuffs and two front zipper pockets. It's kinda stiff when you get it, but after a couple of weeks it'll break in like a good pair of jeans.

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Vega Plexus Plastic Spray Cleaner | Motorcycle Polish & Protectant, 13 Oz Can

Andy — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 20:45:41 +0000

"Ha ha ha guys, very funny. I see what you did there. Taking my Kowie and running it through all the dirt over there. I'm sure it was a lot of fun, heck I bet if I wasn't laying in the tent with all of my limbs duct-taped together, I could've come out and helped get all that mud everywhere too.

"I know, I know. You didn't want me yelling expletives and such while trying to get you to stop running into trees with my bike, but can you really blame me? I mean, I just bought the thing Tuesday, and frankly, I don't even know you guys. But, let's let bygones be bygones, shall we?

"I brought a can of this here Plexus Spray Cleaner made by Vega. Oh? You've never heard of it? Well, buddy, let me tell you something -- I use it on all my helmets to keep them looking brand new. It can also be used to clean, polish, and protect all painted or clear-coated plastics just like all the panels that are caked in mud on my bike there.

"What's that? No, I don't think it's going to clean your police record, silly! But hey, you cut this duct tape off my wrists, grab a towel, and we'll just call the whole thing a misunderstanding."

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Nighthawk Motorcycle Light Bulb | GE Headlight Platinum Replacement Pack of 2

Andy — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 20:39:59 +0000

Imagine you're riding throughout the night in less than perfect weather. You can see the rain streaming through the high beams and you're so focused on the road that you don't take the time to wipe the rain off of your visor. Your muscles are tense, your senses are on edge because you're not familiar with the particular road you're on. This is when perfect timing comes in and your headlight burns out. It's a really scary scenario, and one that I found myself in not too long after getting my first bike. Luckily, the low beam still worked. I slowed way down and took my time, but I was worried that any bump might cause it to burn out too, and I'd be stranded. The next day, I went out and bought a new bulb, and I was pleasantly surprised by these guys.

The NightHawk Platinum Replacement Bulb, from GE, actually does appear to give off 90% more light than a standard halogen. The light is pure white, too, and doesn't have that yellow tint that you see in a lot of bikes on the road. They're so bright that people might flash their brights at you thinking you've got them on, which I love because then I flash my brights and really blind them. I don't feel bad about it either; because I've only got one headlight, it ought to be as bright as it can. These bulbs are available in many wattage settings, so make sure you find the replacement bulb compatible with your motorcycle.

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Beza Windzone Great Escape Tool Kit | Portable Motorcycle Repair Utility Tools Set

Andy — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 20:12:44 +0000

What would the world be like if MacGuyver never existed? Besides being completely boring, a world without that show could have kept the majority of Americans from ever realizing how important a pocket knife and a rubber band could be. There could also be a lack of inventiveness and perhaps a lack of being able to survive under pressure. Sure, most of the scenarios in good ol' Mac's world are completely unrealistic, but it makes one think that if he could do it with a piece of string and a banana peel, by George, I should be able to replace a bulb or tighten a screw with a Beza Windzone Great Escape Tool Kit.

This tool is like your standard utility pocket style tool, except much more. It has SAE and Metric sockets, Hex keys galore, and everything comes in a handy carrying case. It has spring-loaded needle nose pliers on one end and an adjustable wrench on the other. With other handy tools like a large knife blade, screwdrivers, and wood cutting blade, you might just keep one in your car, too. This won't replace all the tools in your garage, but it can help out with a ton of small repairs that might need to get done on the side of the road.

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Troy Lee Armored Motorcycle Shorts BP5605 | Adult Stretch Off Road, Dirt Bike MX Undershort

Andy — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 20:05:29 +0000

I don't get to go out and ride dirt bikes as much as I'd like. I'm sure I'm not the only one out there that feels that way, too. But, when I do get to ride in the sand or the mud, there's always the day after that I don't look forward to. If you're tired of the black and blue marks on your inner thighs from the rough terrain, you might look at getting some shorts like these.

These Troy Lee Designs Adult Undergarment Body Armor Shorts are designed to protect you when you don't want to throw on a big bulky pair of pants. These fit easily under a pair of jeans, and when wearing them, you don't feel like you've got a big diaper on either. They're constructed out of premium Lycra 4-way stretch anti-microbial material which is moisture wicking. Besides having CE-rated armor and being made out of quality materials, one of the things that works really well is the integrated crotch pad, because it's sized and designed for motorcycle seats. It doesn't feel like you're just wearing a jockstrap and a cup.

These probably aren't something that you're going to wear on a ride down the freeway, but if you've got a dirt bike that likes to get dirty every now and then, these Body Armor Shorts will help keep you from bruising up when your back wheel hits a big bump.

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