CRAFT
Vx-8 Firehawk Helmet
If you're a stunter, wearing a Craft lid can make you some loot. SMF Cycles is the exclusive importer of Craft helmets, including the cool VX-8 Firehawk. The unique design features a buckle chinstrap, ventilated intake and is ECE, ACU and DOT approved. Wearing one may even get you a few bucks thanks to SMF Cycles' contingency program for certain stunt competitions.
$225.00 / (866) 599-6111
ww.smfcycles.com
HEL PERFORMANCE
Colored Lines
How's a set of color-coordinated steel-braided lines sound? Damn good, eh? The all-stainless steel brake lines from HEL Performance come in 11 different colors and feature seven different colored-fitting options. All lines are handmade in-house, socustom lengths and partial kits are available.The price includes color choices, all necessary hardware, shipping and handling.
$49.00 per hose / (561) 844-0374
www.helusa.com
ROCKET NATION
Alter Ego Gloves
Power, winning, girls and money are what the Rocket Nation is all about. So if you wear the Alter Ego gloves you should have it covered. A synthetic palm offers protection while the all-mesh design allows for maximum flexibility and comfort.
$39.99 / (800) 635-6103
ROCKET NATION
Alter Ego Pants
If denim pants don't provide you with the protection you desire, there is another option. Alter Ego pants from Joe Rocket feature a Rock Tex shell, armor in the knees and padding in the hips. Mesh panels and zip-on covers keep things cool even when the weather gets hot. They look pretty pimp as well.
$199.99 to $214.99
www.joerocket.com
GRIP ACE
Ris Design Billet Grips
Grip Ace is a motorcycle grip with buttons under the fingertips that allow you to activate turn signals, headlights and accessories without ever taking your hands off the controls. Our project R1 features Grip Ace's technology inside of an RIS Design's billet aluminum grip. The look is ultra clean and allowed us to completely eliminate the ugly, plastic switch housing for the turn signals, starter, horn and headlights.
Relocating all of the functions did take some getting used to. After years of training my mind to automatically know where the controls should be, I found myself having to stop and think about how to honk the horn, use the signals or start the bike. Overall, the Grip Ace system is a great way to hide some unsightly switches and have another gadget to display at shows. -John
$499.99 / (899) 311-6356
www.gripace.com
SCORPION
Octane Helmet
Working at a mag has its perks, and one is that a lot of gear lands on your desk. Though most journalists only wear ultra high-end lids, I gave the Scorpion Rivet a shot and loved it from the instant it snugged around my fat mug. The ventilation actually works! When I flip the vents I can feel air circulating, and that's good 'cause I sweat like a hog. Otherwise, I think it looks cool and feels great. I can seriously wear it for hours without getting sore ears or an achy head.-Dave
$149.95 / 888-672-6774
www.scorpionusa.com