Engineered for precision, AltRider is in the business of producing hard parts for your off-road or adventure motorcycle. TeamZilla has had some experience with Alt Rider parts up close and personal on our own motorcycles. After dumping BMW R1200GSs for 3 days at RawHyde Adventures, we really have nothing but good things to say about the protection and durability these parts have to offer.
From Ducati Multistrada to Suzuki V-Strom, to BMW K1600 GT, AltRider has parts made specifically for your ADV or Touring bike. Some of the most common pieces include crash bars, skid plates, and luggage racks. However, they throw in the oddball parts like the GS potentiometer guard or Injector Protector. All of these items are made in the USA and machined with laser-cut attention to detail.
Not only are the parts themselves created with care, but the installation instructions, replacement hardware, and customer support are all maintained with the utmost excellence. Alt Rider even includes Loctite where needed to make sure you have everything you need to successfully complete your installation.
If you are in the business of pushing your ADV bike to the limit, we highly recommend taking a look at AltRider to protect your two-wheel investment. We have certainly benefited in the "ahem", VERY FEW, "cough" times we've had the opportunity to test their durability.
Two new lids were released from AFX this Spring. The AFX FX-120 is a low price-point full face with drop-down sun visor and is currently shipping. The AFX FX-76 is a stylized 3/4 option for under $100 and will be shipping in May.
Starting under $150, the AFX FX-120 Helmet offers DOT and ECE certification with a drop-down sun visor and air-bladder comfort fit. Minimally branded and cleanly designed, the FX-120 is a great entry-level option in the full-face category.
Solid colors are available in Black, Flat Black, Pearl White, Silver, and Wine, while Hi-Viz and graphics are offered as separate colorways.
In the 3/4 department, the AFX FX-76 Helmet is a retro open-face option made to accept a standard 3-snap or 5-snap shield. It is obviously a shot at the Bell 500 Custom, but undercuts the price by a nice margin. The Gloss Back color sports chrome trim, while the matte black uses black trim.
There are three graphics that will be released for the FX-76. An iconic "Route 66" design titled the AFX FX-76 RT66 Helmet ...
As you might have gathered, we are working hard to increase our product offering in the parts and accessories category this year. Pit Bull Motorcycle Stands was an easy brand to bring on considering their strong reputation and wide product range. Consider the Pit Bull unleashed at RevZilla.
In the world of motorcycle stands there are many brands to choose from, but there are a few key things that set Pitbull stands apart. First, they are made from only the highest grade US steel, which is coated with a layer of zinc for longevity and protection against the elements. Their junctions are hand-welded with care and continuous tubing is used wherever possible for added strength. Pit Bull Motorcycle Stands are also designed with a good deal of thought put into adjustability so that they are able to fit the vast majority of situations. Not only do they make bike-specific stands for virtually anything currently on the market, but the interchangeability of parts, spools, and handles,make it easy to quickly switch out one fitment for another.
In addition to the utility of their stands for maintenance and routine bike work, Pit Bull also makes a nice selection of products for the racing community as well. Items like the Pit Bull Tire Tree or the Pit Bull 6MM Spool Kit make it easy for you (or your team) to be fast and efficient in the pits.
Also worth mentioning, Pitbull's selection of hybrid stands are available for those who want the flexibility to switch between a fork stand and a triple clamp stand. Consider the hybrid Pit Bull Ducati Stand, for instance.
Take a browse of the Pit Bull Stands available at RevZilla.com to see what is available for your motorcycle.
A venomous solution to protection, the Icon Airmada Charmer launches a well-poised strike at riders' heads. Just when you thought the Airmada was already awesome enough, ICON had to one up themselves with an exclusive, predatory, glow-in-the dark graphic.
Whether you are the charmer or the charmed, you are certain to have visual advantage on the road with this helmet. In the daylight, the obviously wicked design will turn heads and send cagers fleeing back to their holes. At night, the iridescent glow will embody the nightmares of your dreams, or perhaps those of your prey!
We recommend purchasing a wicker basket for your helmet as well as a pan-flute to keep it from getting too feisty. Never fear, the Charmer will be ready to play when you start singing to it with your other set of pipes. The 'Glory' coloway (left) pays tribute to the Funny Cars of the 1960s, while the 'Gold' (top-right) references the southern hot-rods and T-top cruisers.
This insanity could only be brought to you by ICON, again blowing the the definition of 'normal' to Gehanna and back. The Icon Charmer comes cursed... er, blessed with the standard Airmada features, including ICON's world standard safety rating and the Icon Optics shield.
Raw. Picture the first thing that comes to mind. Does it look as good as this?
Coming quick on the heels of the Bell Rogue helmet, the Shark Raw Helmet is the latest in urban aggressiveness. Using an innovative goggle and face-mask design, the Shark Raw can be worn as a 3/4 helmet with full face coverage. With the front assembly flipped up it acts like a modular, giving more air to the face.
We haven't seen anything quite like this before. The "goggles" are really a nice touch. Here is what we know so far:
There will be two shell sizes
The shell is made from thermoplastic resin
The goggle has a quick-release system
The visor is anti-fog and anti-scratch
Shark has made it easy to use with glasses
More to come on the Shark Streetfighter Raw Helmet as we find out. Check back on the product detail page for updates.
