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Pro Heavy-Duty Pin Spanner Allows Precision Torque Setting FTR 1200 Adjustable Cartridges This Pro heavy-duty pin spanner from Loomis, California based specialist Motion Pro is an innovative specialty service tool designed to provide better control and range when working with pin spanner components. Pin spanner components are unique and can be found most commonly on precision motorcycle suspension components. Pin spanner sizes vary, so Motion Pro aimed to provide the primary sizes that a professional tech or home enthusiast may need to remove most components with ease. Motion Pro's heavy-duty pin spanner includes 3 mm, 4 mm and 5 mm hardened steel pins, which can be quickly changed using a 7 mm open end wrench. Fastening to precise torque settings is difficult with standard pin spanner wrench designs, but the 3/8" drive feature included with the Motion Pro heavyduty pin spanner allows for additional control and use of a torque setting driver to achieve proper torque specifications. A long-handled 3/8 driver can also be used for more leverage and a secure pull for removing stubborn pin spanner components. The Motion Pro heavy-duty pin spanner is all-new and provides great features for powersports mechanics and enthusiasts needing the right tool for the job. In suspension terms, the most common use of pins is in the installation and removal of shock absorber reservoirs, screw-in seal heads, fork caps and bearing retainers. The freely pivoting, curved low profile arms of the billet heat treated steel, durable black oxide treated Pro heavy-duty spanner have a range of 10.5 mm to 150 mm. This patented design has a maximum torque rating of 70 lb-ft, and the body of the tool is backed by a lifetime warranty. Replacement pins additionally available. MOTION PRO Loomis, California, USA Tel: 650 594 9600 www.motionpro.com APM - Belts, Belts and More Belts Santa Fe Springs, California based performance replacement clutch specialist American Prime Manufacturing brings President Ben Kudon's 40 years of industry experience as a dealer, distributor and manufacturer to a wide range of transmission parts and related components. "I started American Prime to fill a void that exists in the motorcycle aftermarket industry. Down the years I have had experience of not being able to source particular products either because they are scarce and hard to find, only available as cheap imports or knock-offs, or simply not offered anymore. "American Prime fills in those gaps and offers a range of performance upgrade replacements backed by superb customer service." Last month we featured one such example of a hardto-find replacement - APM's new Comp Master clutch kit assembly for all pre-Evo Big Twins with early dry style clutches (1936 - 1984). The month before we featured the Comp Master 304 stainless steel base advance assembly with center post, pivot pins and the weights coated with a specially formulated polymer coating. This month we are featuring a selection of American Prime primary drive belts in 8, 11 and 14 mm made in Kevlar or fiberglass cord. "Many of these belts are seemingly impossible to get, especially when you need them in a hurry," says Kudon. "We have final drive belts in 24 mm (used on current manufactured Harleys), 1.125" and 1.50" wide with carbon fiber cord, which is even stronger than Kevlar, and in a huge range of different tooth configurations." Made in the USA by Gates, belts available include the 1.125" wide (14 mm) APM final drive belt with 136 teeth with polychain carbon fiber final cord fits selected Sportsters; the 1 3/4" wide 11 mm smoothback Kevlar corded polychain primary drive belt fits selected enclosed primary, electric start Primo Brute III Extreme belt drives and Primo Slimline open belt drives; and the 1 3/4" (8 mm) 138-tooth Kevlar replacement belt fits Softail and Dyna models using Primo Brute III enclosed belt drives with 45/68 combo. AMERICAN PRIME MANUFACTURING Santa Fe Springs, CA, USA [email protected] www.americanprimemfginc.com Ideal for track and road FTR 1200 riding and fully adjustable for optimal driving in all conditions, the LCRR front suspension by Italian specialist Mupo "has been designed to transform the original forks into high performance road eating bend huggers," according to Sales Manager Leonardo Borghi. The name derives from the expression "left compression, right rebound", used to describe modern forks with separate and independent hydraulic adjustments. The 25/30 mm cartridges have 25/30 mm pistons manufactured in zinc aluminum alloy (Ergal) and have progressive system calibration with a 12 mm rod in Ergal, floating rod guide bushing, chromesilicon steel springs with Ergal spring guide and fork caps with spring preload on bearings and breather screws. Adjustments are 40 clicks of compression and extension and 30 clicks of spring preload (15 mm). By simply replacing the entire original cartridge group with the LCRR, equipped with oversized pistons with progressive system, greater driving precision and better performance are guaranteed in terms of stability, handling and ability to read, ride and respond to the irregularities of the asphalt surface. The spring preload adjustment in both legs makes it easy to find the ideal setting for additional loads or riding two-up while still maintaining comfort and driving dynamics. The wide range of Mupo springs available means it is possible to customize the front forks for weight and riding style when ordering. Mupo suspension products come with a two-year warranty as standard - this can be extended to six years by following the review and maintenance schedule per the product service book. MUPO S.R.L Bologna, ITALY Tel: +39 0542 671860 [email protected] www.mupo.it 36 AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE DEALER - OCTOBER 2020 www.AMDchampionship.com