Arguably the most influential motorcycle ever released for straight-line speed, the Hayabusa remains a favorite platform for blistering fast passes down the strip and quick commutes from point A to point B. It has since spurred endless aftermarket parts and an army of followers. For those owning the second generation model (2008+), Montgomery Motorsports has released a range of tasty carbon fiber bits to drop overall weight and add the universally slick look of a carbon fiber (CF) weave. In the search of quicker ETs, every single pound lost counts. And for those more interested in style, it is hard to argue with the glimmer of black fiber jewelry. Each of the items is made out of prepreg epoxy resin carbon fiber formed in an autoclave. This extremely light and very strong material will not dull in the sun either.

Tested by: Sean Russell
Miles: 2,000
Price: $289.95 ea. / $499.95 for Powerset pair
Contact: cardosystems.com

Tested by: Brian Hatano
Miles: 650
Price: $219.99-$239.999
Contact: joerocket.com

Around the pits, on a weekend-night bar run or just running errands, Astars’ Classic keeps the look motorsport when off the bike. Lightweight, built to breathe and different from all of the athletic shoes running around, this is one pair of sneakers worth a second look. Split suede for style points, a brand exclusive vulcanized rubber sole, dual-density composite midsole for street grip and support, and lace closure with nylon eyelets for a secure fit round out the exterior. Within comfort continues with a 3D mesh inner liner and internal toe box and heel counter that keep the shoe’s structure. Looking for new kicks? The Classics are there for all of your nonriding trips around town.

If a generic seat wrap is not enough, then Saddlemen’s Seat Personalization Program may be the answer. The options of 16 different colors, multiple smooth to grippy cover textures for the center strip, seating and edge panels, and various thread stitching leave you with many choices to match your custom ride. Not just for looks, SaddleGel™ and a Gel Channel take pressure off your keister to help you ride longer and harder without becoming uncomfortable. Microfiber suede to carbon-fiber-styled material in a range of colors leave the end result totally in your hands. Price varies by order. For an additional cost, optional personalized embroidery is available too.

Do you own a scooter, sportbike, cruiser, dirtbike or even an ATV built by Big Red? If so, the latest Honda Common Service Manual has you covered. Within its 940 pages is technical and instructional info pertaining to a comprehensive list of company-made powersport vehicles old and new. This massive book is a must-have for any Honda owner or aspiring mechanic. It will teach, explain and show you how to keep your ride in full working order. Recently rewritten and including more than 300 new pages not found in past editions, you will find everything from Combined ABS to drum brake maintenance. Much of the information also transcends to bikes outside of the Honda family. Whether you’re looking for generic know-how or model-specific Honda service manual info dating way back, this is a book every garage needs. Available at Honda dealers or through Helm Inc. (helminc.com).

Whether you’re laying out true-fire flames or a tattoo-art mural on your plastics, the new SATAgraph™ 4 airbrush is a tool worthy of consideration for its precise action, features and affordability. SATA, known for its precision SATAjet® professional spray guns, has recently added its fourth airbrush in your choice of gravity-, side- or siphon-feed model. The single-piece double-action trigger features a Teflon coating for smooth control of the polished needle with tension adjustment for tailoring trigger pull. One of its unique features is a reversible nozzle shield for fine detail work that also allows easy tip cleaning without worry of a misplaced cap. The kit also includes extra O-rings. All you need to provide is air and an artistic hand.

Speed and Strength's new Rage With The Machine line is here to assault the competition with feature-rich gear ready for a wide-open ride. The water-resistant Rage jacket (available in black and olive) centers around an abrasion-resistant AR-600 frame with leather trim. Removable C.E. approved armor in the elbow and shoulders and a dual-density spine protector keep you safe in a crash. Removable sleeves instantly turn this jacket into a ride-ready vest. A slew of Velcro adjusters dial in the fit before hitting the street.

There is a science behind setting your suspension and dialing in your ride. It isn't just beneficial for laps around the track. Taking advantage of fork and rear shock adjustability from a street standpoint offers undeniable handling benefits and improves stability. It all comes down to gaining better grip. But not every rider is a suspension expert, and no single rear shock damping setting can provide optimal feedback over the range of road surfaces covered in a daily commute or a weekend ride. Electronically controlled suspension works to overcome these issues, but it has become standard equipment on only a handful of bikes. What about all of the sportbikes lacking "smart" suspension? Öhlins has now filled that gap in the market for 2011-2013 Kawasaki ZX-10R owners looking to leave all standard rear shock damping adjustments in the high-tech hands of a unit that adjusts itself based on how you're riding. It's that simple.

Developed to squash the chances of a front brake-related crash, Dion Device, a Canadian company, developed a trick brake lever guard currently being distributed by LeoVince USA. Track dayers and racers won't be the only riders who find use in a product designed to protect the front brake from being unintentionally compressed by a bike or motorist that moves in too close. The guard also increases the chances of avoiding a snapped lever after a tip over. Crafted out of aircraft aluminum and anodized in red, the 2.5mm thick carbon fiber protection plate bolts to the end of the assembly and acts as a shield. A spring-loaded breakaway mechanism reduces the risk of trapping the hand in-between the guard and lever during a wreck. This is one piece of race protection that looks as good as it works. Available for front brake side only.

The sick has gotten sicker with the latest advancement in Icon's evolving line of carbon fiber helmets. The Airframe Carbon RR lid blazes a path of polished performance dripping in street style. Weighing in at just over 3 pounds, in a size medium, each ECE-certified shell is crafted out of fiberglass, Dyneema and carbon fiber. Unmistakable graphics protected under clearcoat fly a message of all-out riding supremacy. Keeping you comfortable is a moisture-wicking Hydradry interior, fog-free Proshield with side plates and a rear spoiler for reduced helmet buffeting. Each helmet comes with a dark smoke shield. Available in blue, red and pink.

Tested by: Chris Brown (Pacific Northwest rider)
Miles: 500
Price: $299
Contact: adaptivtechnologies.com

Tested by: Brian Hatano
Use: Dozens of brake jobs
Price: $141.45
Contact: snapon.com

Bikes are made to go fast and not stow anything beyond registration and an insurance card. Anyone who rides daily has found the importance of a motorcycle-friendly backpack. Cycle Case looked to the rider when designing a budget-friendly option to accommodate more than a laptop and extra visor. It fits most full-sized lids within a built-in helmet hood made of Maxtura ballistic fabric. This way you don't have to lug your helmet around awkwardly when it's uncomfortable to leave it strapped to the bike. The laptop and phone pockets, on the other hand, are fleece-lined for a comfortable fit. Sternum straps secure the backpack firmly, and reflective piping is noticeable to following motorists when riding at night.

Coming in as the first North American offering from the Sidi Design Series (SDS), the New York riding shoe hits the states as a low-cut design that blends everyday style with added protection for attacking the street. Within the shoe is a durable inner sole, ankle ball protection and a removable arch support pad. On the leather and mesh exterior you'll find a reflective heel panel for added riding visibility, lace and Velcro closure system for a secure fit and a nonslip sole that grips the pegs and the pavement. What also separates this shoe from standard sneakers is the double-stitched design in all of the major impact areas.

Scrapping ugly stock levers for a foldable design suiting the style of your machine is a no-brainer. The affordable PSR GP brake lever is one such option you don't want to miss. A spring-loaded hinge within the folding design cuts the chances of the lever breaking after a tip over. Adjustable length lever ends (available in various colors) and a microadjuster allow you to fine-tune the placement and look. What's not to like about a forged-aluminum, lightweight and functional aftermarket lever option?

When the bike is garaged on account of weather, repair or lack of riding partners there is still a way to get your fix on a miniature 1:18 scale. Kyosho's Mini-Z Moto Racer radio-controlled electric motorcycles pack a big punch in a small package. Piloting any one of these three officially licensed MotoGP replicas will keep you entertained for hours on end. More than a toy, each features a rear wheel-mounted E-gyro with a tunable precision setting that optimizes stability at low and top speeds. Even the ride height and fork caster angle is adjustable. An inverted fork and monoshock swingarm dials in supreme suspension that can only be described as awesome. Includes battery charger, 3.7V-120mAh Li-Po battery and a 3-channel 2.4 GHz Perfex KT-19 transmitter that allows up to 40 models to run together without interference.

Style: 24/25
Price: 25/25
Durability: 24/25
Performance: 24/25

Tested By: Sean
Miles: 1,000
Price: $219.95 to $234.95
Contact: scorpionusa.com

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Relatively unknown stateside, British-based Pipe Werx is taking to American soil with distinctive slip-on exhausts available in 30 different style, shape and sleeve finish combinations. Easily recognizable by the company logo “X” laser-cut baffle insert, each exhaust option is constructed from 304-grade stainless-steel internals. Pipe Werx provides both a street-legal (SL) and race (GP3) model for user preference. The GP3 model features a more compact design, no baffle and wider exit spout to allow max flow of exhaust gasses compared with the carbon fiber SL pipe featured here. Each is designed for weight savings and increased performance. All required hardware, hanging bracket and a lifetime guarantee are included. Available for many popular sportbike models old and new in a round, oval or tri-oval design.

One of the best gauntlet gloves on the market is back and redesigned for your riding pleasure. Designed for track use but lacking the extreme armor found on more expensive pure race models, comes a serious glove that retains feel and everyday street comfort. TPU-injected protection, internal Kevlar top surface lining, protective wrist cuffs and a full-grain leather design assure superior crash resistance in the city or on the track. Air intakes in the knuckle, accordion stretch panels and external seams up hand comfort. The Astars patented finger-bridge connecting the pinky and fourth finger cuts the chances of finger separation during a slide across the pavement. Available in black, white/black, white/red and white/hi-viz.

The protection of urban armor stacks the odds in your favor if things get out of control. The recently released EVS Sports line of street vests takes impact defense to the next level. In the Milspec hi-viz color, as seen here, oncoming motorists in your ride path will more easily spot you. Over longer commutes and weekend rides, the aerodynamic rear hump doubles as a storage cavity or as a space for a hydration pack. The low-profile design and adjustable Velcro kidney and shoulder straps streamline the fit. For convenience, a wallet and accompanying sleeve carry your ID and bank cards in front of the foam impact chest protectors. A Sport Vest option, which instead features a reinforced articulating back protector, is also available.

Media is being pushed onto the Web almost as fast as our bikes break 60 MPH. For those looking to record and upload HD riding video, the Contour+2 is an action cam worth a second look. It comes standard with all the features found on the previous gen. plus improvements that simplify use. Mobile connectivity out of the box (you can preview your shot through a smart phone or tablet before and while recording), 1080p-capable, built-in GPS sensor that allows Video Mapping with free downloadable software and 120-FPS capable while shooting at standard 480p provides all the tools necessary to film and cut action videos at a literbike-quick pace. A 5 MP photo sensor and lens that has 270 degrees of rotation add further functionality. Flip the Instant On-Record switch and start documenting your ride. Each Contour+2 comes with a waterproof case, necessary cables and assorted mounts.

Saving cash on bike maintenance means doing it yourself. Replacing worn out tires is unavoidable. For those DIY garage mechanics, Motion Pro has come out with lightweight and compact tire bead breaker levers that make pulling rubber off the rim easier. The forged 7075-T6 aluminum BeadPro tool set removes the need for big shop equipment common to breaking sportbike tire beads with a contoured lever spoon and ergonomic crossguard handles. Weighing in at 9 ounces and displayed in slick anodized black, this tire tool is a must-buy for the at-home or on-the-road tire changing process.