Thunder Press’ countdown of the industry’s best gear for the holidays
By Staff
This holiday season Thunder Press and participating sponsors are bringing readers the 12 Days of Christmas. Find gift ideas for your loved ones and register to win both a print and digital subscription of our magazine!
On the 12th Day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… 12 Rockford Fosgate PMX-HD9813 Replacement Radios
Fully weatherproof replacement radio with Smartphone Connection for 1998-2013 Harley-Davidson motorcycles gives you access to wireless Bluetooth streaming, Pandora controls, USB connectivity, and optional SiriusXM Radio. It features a 3-inch full color, ultra-bright display with day/night modes and oversized buttons for easy control when wearing gloves, digital AM / FM, USB device charging, AUX input, RCA outputs, graphic EQ, PEQ, and subwoofer level control. Plug and play installation with factory wiring harness. 2-year manufacturer warranty. Grab your own so you get a chance to hear those 12 drummers drumming this Christmas! https://rockfordfosgate.com/motorcycle/
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On the 11th Day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… 11 Pairs of MICHELIN Commander III Tires
The newest MICHELIN tire line for all types of V-twin Touring and Cruiser bikes launches January 1, 2020 and delivers excellent wet grip, as well as extraordinary longevity. Along with its new architecture, tread patterns and rounded profile, the patented Premium Touch sidewall design of MICHELIN Commander III tires will enhance the styling of V-Twin motorcycles, too. Give the riders on your list a happier New Year with a set (or more) of MICHELIN Commander III tires! #MichelinOnMyMoto
Tire Range Specifics from MICHELIN
MICHELIN® Commander® III Cruiser tires offer the best wet grip and the shortest stopping distances in wet conditions among leading competitors1. MICHELIN® Commander® III Touring tires offer an average of 25% longer tread life among leading competitors2.
The newest MICHELIN® tire line for all types of V-Twin Touring and Cruiser bikes launches January 1, 2020 and delivers extraordinary wet grip as well as class-leading longevity.
https://motorcycle.michelinman.com/
The patented Premium Touch™ sidewall design of the MICHELIN® Commander® III tires enhance the styling of V-Twin motorcycles
- Based on internal test conducted in Fontange, France using a 2016 Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight fitted with 130/90 B 16 front tire and 150/50 B16 rear tire comparing lap times and stopping distances of MICHELIN® Commander® III Cruiser tires with METZELER® CruisetecTM, METZELER® M888 MarathonTM Ultra, and DUNLOP® Elite 4 tires. Actual on-road results may vary.
- Based on third-party test in Dallas, Texas on surface roads using a 2017 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic fitted with 130/80 B 17 front tire and 180/65 B16 rear tire comparing wear rates of MICHELIN® Commander® III Touring tires with METZELER® M888 MarathonTM Ultra, and DUNLOP® American Elite tires. Actual results may vary.
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On the 10th Day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…10 Lexin WPC Wireless Chargers!
The new Lexin WPC Wireless chargers are here. Seamless integration with the RAM X-Grip. No tool install. Keep your wireless chargeable phone juiced on your next ride. This is THE plug and play solution for secure phone mounting and wireless charging for your motorcycle. (We also included an automotive adapter for 4-wheel use). Get yours today at www.lexinmotorcycle.com and use code: 12daysofchristmas for 15% off your entire order! (Offer expires 01/05/2020) And with that deal, you’ll definitely want to grab a few more gifts for the bikers on your Christmas list!
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On the 9th Day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…9 RadFlagz Rescue and Distress Flags!
Help keep your favorite bikers safe this holiday season with the gift of RadFlagz universal rescue and distress signals for motorcycles. Breakdowns happen, and RadFlagz let motorcyclists alert tow truck drivers, safety officials, and passersby with reflective, attention-grabbing signals that easily attach to handlebars. Their compact design makes them easily stowed and they’re the perfect size for stocking stuffers this Christmas. https://radflagz.com/
On the 8th Day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…8 cans of Spectro Shine!
Looking for a shiny new gift this holiday season? Look no further than Spectro Shine. Spectro Performance Oil’s newest product is a great finishing appearance product to give your ride a showroom shine, every time! Spectro Shine is long lasting, less greasy, active mud barrier and it smells nice too! For best results, wash your ride with Spectro Motorcycle Wash and then finish with a coat or two of Spectro Shine; the ultimate “Wash & Shine” treatment. This is a holiday gift that’ll keep on giving! http://www.spectro-oils.com/
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On the 7th Day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…7 First Manufacturing Co. Custom Vests!
Are you tired of wearing the same black, leather vest that everyone else has? Perhaps you and your friends are ready to invest in a proper uniform for your riding group or MC? First Manufacturing offers to build a vest the way you want it. Choose between a leather, canvas, or denim vest with any stitch color and liner you want. Email us your artwork for a totally customized liner. With a lifetime warranty on snaps, buttons, and zippers, this is a lifelong investment that can save your skin and look good doing it. They’re perfect gifts for your biker family, or wrap one up for yourself, stick it under the tree, and say it’s from Santa. We’ll never tell! https://www.firstmfg.com/products/customvest
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On the 6th Day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… 6 GATORSKINS Neckwarmers!
Sometimes you have to get that ride in, no matter how cold it is outdoors, and the GATORSKINS Neckwarmer is 100% windproof, yet it still lets you breathe out. The inside is fleece lined, and it’s designed to cover your ears and nose while tucking right into your jacket. That means fantastic neck and face protection while you get some winter wind therapy. It’s available in four rad colors, so why not grab six (or more)? They’re the perfect stocking stuffer! www.gatorskinsUSA.com
On the 5th Day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… 5 pairs of Harley-Davidson Slippers!
Slow your roll this holiday season and relax with slippers from Harley-Davidson. The Men’s Clay and Women’s Lillie make the perfect gift for any Harley fan for only $60.00. Limited while supplies last. Find them at www.harley-davidsonfootwear.com
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On the 4th day of Christmas my true love gave to me… JIMS Rocker Shaft & Hardware Kit for Milwaukee-Eight Engines!
In an effort to perfect Milwaukee-Eight engine valve train geometry, while improving durability, JIMS developed performance rocker shafts and proprietary hardware.
The rocker arm shafts are precision machined from a low alloy nickel, chromium, molybdenum case hardened steel. The hardware flats on the end of the shafts are held to a .0005” parallel tolerance, assuring the rocker is seated in the correct position with the pushrod cup & valve stem tip when installed correctly.
JIMS has taken it one step further, and developed a 4130 stud and nut kit to replace the stock hardware used to secure the rocker shafts. Compared to a stock “bolt”, these JIMS manufactured studs allow the technician the assembly finesse required when torquing the rocker arm shafts on the cylinder head during engine assembly.
These shafts not only improve the stock head configuration; they are a must in a performance application with increased spring pressure. You can purchase the Rocker Shaft and Hardware Kit (No.5836) for $335, or the Rocker Shaft Kit without Hardware (No.5837) for $211.95. For more information please contact us at (805) 482-6913, email at sales@jimsusa.com, or visit www.jimsusa.com.
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On the 3rd day of Christmas my true love gave to me… 3 Flipper Cruise Assists!
The Flipper Cruise Assist by 2 Wheel Ride offers more than the original grip paddle, and while it’ll reduce your wrist fatigue on those longer rides (we know you’re dreaming of summer rides) the new design allows you to flip it down when you need it and fold away when you don’t, saving precious grip space. Why buy three? One for each bike, of course! And they’re a heckuva lot cheaper than those silly three French hens! www.2wheelride.com
Additional Details:
The original grip paddle is designed to reduce wrist fatigue, but it takes space from your throttle grip when you’re not using it. The evolution design Flipper Cruise Assist allows you to flip down the paddle when you need it, and fold away when you don’t. Save precious grip space.
CNC from 6061 T6 Aluminum alloy
Black anodized finish
Laser engraving graphic
Installation:
1. Remove lock screw before install
2. The flipper fits motorcycle grips size up to 40m m(1.5″)
3. The package includes 3 spacers (2 rings and 1 strip)
4. A 1/8″ hex wrench is needed for installation.
5. To avoid damaging the threads, make sure to align the screw threads before tightening
6. To use spacers: H-D and cruise bikes typically use 1 or 2 rings, or no rings.
Sport, ADV and other street bikes use the strip or strip+ring
WARNING: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE LOCK SCREW OR YOU COULD LOCK THE THROTTLE! DO NOT REMOVE THE TOP PIVOT SCREW!
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On the 2nd day of Christmas my true love gave to me … 2 Pro Action Street Series Harley Shocks!
You’ll make your true love’s holiday brighter by saving their back with these street series shocks that are proudly made in the USA. Purely a sport touring and touring shock, they’re smooth for touring riders, aggressive for aggressive riders, and word on the street is that they’ll get a nod of approval from your riding partners, too. So, we’d suggest you skip the two turtle doves and put Pro Action Street Series shocks under the tree this year.
Additional Details:
Pro-Action Street Series shocks
· Available in 11″, 12″, and 13″ lengths for Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
· Available in 13″ or 14″ for Harley-Davidson Tri glide
· Hand adjustable spring pre-load
· Nitrogen charged
· Heavy duty spherical bearings top and bottom
· Three stage, incrementally pressure sensitive, self adjusting, compression valving system
· Catch Valve rebound valving system
· Adjustable compression/rebound free bleed system
· Fully rebuildable
· Limited lifetime warranty
· Retail cost $825
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On the 1st day of Christmas my true love gave to me… A Nelson Rigg Defender Extreme ROUTE 1 Half Cover!
Whether you’re new to riding or a grizzled road warrior, you’ll want to keep your bike in the best condition possible without taking up all your available storage space. For those riders the Route 1 half cover makes the perfect gift for this holiday season.
New for 2020, the cover comes with a lifetime warranty and is made from industry-leading UltraMax fabric, which offers the maximum UV protection against the sun’s harmful rays. Electronically heat sealed seams ensure that your cover stays 100% waterproof while a full elastic hem helps maintain a snug fit around your bike protecting your paint, seat and expensive electronic instruments from the sun’s damaging effects.
Four strong elastic loops can attach to most floorboards or shift levers and a soft windshield liner help provide as much protection as possible. Worried about how to store the cover? Sewn inside is an integrated carry bag with drawcord that the cover can be folded into itself for the ultimate in compact storage.
This cover is available in one size to fit all touring motorcycles and adventure bikes with hard bags. MSRP $59.95
For more info visit your local dealer or visit our website at www.NelsonRigg.com or email at info@NelsonRigg.com.
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