Youngsville , North Carolina based Custom Dynamics ' new plug & play ' Plugz ' antenna grommet LED lights offer 40 chip-on-board LEDs behind a faceted lens " for smooth , bright red illumination ." They are equipped with a connector and in-line quick disconnect for a simple plug & play installation when used with one of the separately available ' Plugz ' wiring adapters . Replacing the rubber antenna grommets when the factory antenna is removed or relocated , they are offered as dual intensity dim red running lights with high intensity function ( depending on model ). There is a choice of red or smoked lens with chrome or black finish . Backed by the Custom Dynamics lifetime LED warranty , plug & play installations require the purchase of the LED ' Plugz ' and corresponding wiring adapter to fit your motorcycle . They can also be used with the company ' s separately
Matris Italian Made Twin Shocks
available wire extension harness when the wire adapter is already installed with other Custom \ Dynamics dual intensity products . This year sees Custom Dynamics marking ten years of its products being exclusively available through Drag Specialties .
CUSTOM DYNAMICS LLC Youngsville , North Carolina , USA Tel : 919 554 0949 info @ customdynamics . com www . customdynamics . com
' The Shield ' Riding Jeans
Based between Padua and Vicenza in northern Italy , Italian suspension specialist Matris offers dealers access to a constantly evolving program of front suspension and rear shock absorber products . Founded in 1980 , the Matris range is huge - being continuously updated to provide dealers with access to a wide range of applications for current and new models . Seen here is a refined and durable twin shock set-up for selected Harley and Indian Motorcycle models ( plus Triumph and Moto Guzzi applications ). Built to the same high standards of Matris ' mono and remote reservoir shocks for ADV , touring and sport bike application , this twoway " KC " adjustable twin shock is described as being ideal for touring and sport use on classic and custom style bikes . Two separate and independent hydraulic damping control units adjust compression and rebound ; for most applications a length and ride height adjuster unit is also available . The spring preload is tuned by millimetric ring .
These Matris twin shocks are manufactured using " high-end technical and mechanical materials with the objective to offer fine damping adjustment to ensure the greatest confidence , plus excellent comfort with each ' click ' making a perceptible difference to the damping ." Seen here on a Sportster , they are fully rebuildable and r-evalveable , and available in dark and chrome .
MATRIS S . R . L . Camisano Vicentino ( VI ), ITALY Tel : + 39 0444 411636 info @ matrisdampers . com www . matrisdampers . com
New from Planet Knox , ' The Shield ' jeans are said to be " the pinnacle of the Knox riding jeans collection . Now CE approved under the EN 17092 regulations to Class AAA rating , ' The Shield ' jeans are true single layer jeans with no extra mesh lining . " They look exactly like regular jeans , but the patentpending Spectra stretch denim comes with incredible strength and durability , 40 % stronger than aramid and fifteen times stronger than steel , it is one of the world ’ s strongest and lightest fibres . " In addition to having supreme strength , Spectra denim is also hypoallergenic , moisture repelling , and helps riders to stay cool by drawing heat away from the body ." ' The Shield ' jeans incorporate stretch for all day comfort . There are invisible armor pockets with external access for easy removal of low-profile Knox CE Micro-lock protectors in the hips and knees that are fitted as standard . There are versions available for men and women .
PLANET KNOX Cockermouth , Cumbria , UK Tel : + 44 ( 0 ) 1900 825825 sales @ planet-knox . com www . planet-knox . com
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