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Mupo AB1 EVO Shock for FTR 1200 Italian suspension specialist Mupo has a range of options available for the Indian FTR 1200 - all with similar features and the same genuinely race bred quality and durability that they build into its Super and Hypersport sector sport bike suspensions. Ideal for both the road and on the track, the hard anodized Mupo AB1 rear shock features “plug and play” adjustments with independent rebound and compression adjustments that work in synergy to ensure optimum balanced suspension performance. All components are CNC-machined from solid, 100% dimensionally checked and then subjected to selected high-tech component-specific surface treatments for the optimal functioning of each individual part. An evolution of Mupo's standard AB1 nitrogen gas pressurized monoshock, the AB1 EVO features an upgraded 46 mm Ergal 7075 cylinder (zinc and aluminum alloy for anti-stress properties) instead of steel for improved strength, reliability and main piston precision. The 46 mm piston has been designed to maximize the oil flow and ensure the flatness of the reed valve pack support surfaces, which improves fluid hydraulics and radically increase rear tire grip. The reservoir, head and connections are also in Ergal 7075. The separate adjustments of double compression at high/low speeds, compression, wheelbase and spring preload with millimeter ring nuts make the AB1 EVO the ideal choice for riders who want precision handling. The 16 mm rod is surface treated with Hyperlox DLC (Diamond Like Coating), which gives a minimum sliding coefficient and therefore greater sensitivity. Thanks to the wide range of springs available, dealers can customize the shock for their customers' load and riding style preference at point of order. For maximum performance, Mupo recommends the V-Factor Oil Filter for M-8 and Twin Cam New from Hazelwood, Missouri based Mid- USA Motorcycle Parts, these V-Factor oil filters for M-8 and Twin Cam engines are constructed with a 5 micron high-flow synthetic filter media, anti-drain back valve to prevent dry starts, pressure relief valve and a thick shell that prevents punctures - available in chrome or black. These V-Factor oil filters are a stock replacement for many OE applications and an anti-drain back feature stock upgrade for 36 PARTS AND ACCESSORIES installation of the hydraulic preload option, which allows for dynamic real time adjustment in response to changes in load and road or track surface. The range of adjustability is immense - 24 clicks of low speed and five clicks of high speed compression; 40 positions of extension and 9 mm of adjustable wheelbase. All Mupo products are handmade to order and have a 2-year warranty. This can be extended up to six years by carrying out periodic reviews and maintenance per the use and maintenance booklet. MUPO S.R.L Bologna, ITALY Tel: +39 0542 671860 [email protected] www.mupo.it models such as Sportsters (except XR) from 1984; FXR 1982-1998; Softails 1984-1998 and Touring models (FLHR, FLT, FLHT) 1980/1998. MID-USA Hazelwood, Missouri, USA US direct: 314 595 5555 US toll free: 800 527 0501 Canada: 800 893 9261 www.mid-usa.com www.mid-usa.ca Comp Master Advance Unit This Comp Master advance assembly from Santa Fe Springs, California based American Prime Manufacturing has a 304 stainless steel base, with center post, pivot pins and the weights coated with a specially formulated polymer coating. "The coating protects the components from heat saturation," says industry veteran and APM CEO Ben Kudon. "It reduces friction and, in most cases, strengthens the components to improve efficiency. "The special CNC-machined coiled springs hold precision tolerances, controlling spring rates to within 5% of specification to provide the max advance and retard applicable to your motorcycle. They are manufactured with precision drawn wire, then zinc plated for corrosion protection with post baking for relieving of potential hydrogen embrittlement. "The advance unit is assembled at our factory in Santa Fe Sprins, California, and made in the U.S.A. We also have complete rebuild kits available for our own Comp Master advance units that also service Rivera advance units." This high performance Comp Master Advance Assembly Kit is made from a high grade stainless steel, so it won't rust, and the kit includes the center bolt. It fits all Harley models right up to the introduction of the Twin Cam models. "Although Harley introduced a form of electronic ignition on its models in late 1979, due to its inherent problems many people converted back to points ignition because of its simplicity. Prior to 1979 all H- D models uses points type ignitions - our Comp Master advance unit was created not only to upgrade a points style ignition, but also to enhance the early electronic ignitions and convert electronic ignitions back to the simplicity of a points ignition." AMERICAN PRIME MANUFACTURING Santa Fe Springs, CA, USA [email protected] www.americanprimemfginc.com www.AMDchampionship.com