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RCX 3”

RCX Muflers

loop fuel management
system to gain the greatest
performance advantages
available from exhaust and
air cleaner upgrades, all of which pay
testament to Rick’s early days in drag racing
- constantly looking for an increase in
power.
Even with the diversification, wheels are
still a key part of the product line at RC
Components, and recent new and
innovative designs, the Helo, Torsion and
Raider, all feature uniquely machined
accents on the outer rim lip.
The ideas for new products and design
variations on existing parts, such as the new
rim detailing, come from many sources. As a
business RC Components attends
motorcycle events throughout the US, as it

not only allows the team to display its new
products, but also provides the opportunity
to meet riders face-to-face and discover
exactly what they want, and from there
take on new ideas.
It is not just the end user that Rick listens to
when it comes to new ideas, as he is just as
keen to hear from the staff at RC
Components, and as such he has put into
place a program to allows all employees to
submit ideas on both new and existing
products. These are then taken on by the
design team who work year round to
develop new products, which can be
brought to market very quickly when
needed. Rick explained:
“A new wheel design can be made, tested
and released in less than a week. Whereas a
new high horsepower exhaust system could

New designs feature
uniquely machined accents
on the outer rim lip

Raider Eclipse
Helo Eclipse

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Torsion Eclipse

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