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Introducing The Helmet Brake Light Why has no one thought of this before? HIGH-LEVEL brake lights are common on cars because they can be seen not just from the car behind but from the one behind that, too. Meanwhile motorcycle tail lights remain stubbornly below wind-screen level, only visible to the driver immediately behind, when it’s us that can least afford to be in a pile-up. So why has it taken this long for someone to think of putting one on the rider’s helmet? ‘Brake Free’ is a new wireless LED light that mounts on the back of exisiting helmets and uses sensors to detect every time you slow down as a result of engine braking, gear changes or applying the brakes. The Florida-based company behind the idea, called BrakeFree Technologies, is crowdfunding for investment and taking pre-orders.
Harley-Davidson unveils 2017 Street Rod Quote of the Month ‘In politics stupidity is not a handicap, but in riding it’s usually a death sentence.’
The 2017 Harley-Davidson Street Rod is the newest edition to the Street model family. Outfitted in Harley-Davidson Dark Custom styling, the Street Rod features a High Output Revolution X 750 engine, which produces 18 percent more horsepower and 8 percent more torque than the standard engine. “The Street Rod will put the thrill in any
urban commute,” said Mathew Weber, Harley-Davidson chief engineer for the Street Rod. “We’ve paired the potent new High Output Revolution X 750 engine with a revised chassis and up-rated suspension components to make the Street Rod quick, light-handling and easy to ride.” “We made this new bike look tough and aggressive,” said Harley-Davidson’s lead
designer Chetan Shedjale. “This aligns with the environment our riders will experience this motorcycle in. The inverted, black-anodized forks and triple clamps along with a new speed screen combine to add visual mass to the Street Rod front end. The increased ground clearance and new 17-inch wheels give the Street Rod an intimidating stance. continued on PG. 03