SR! Monthly Motorcycle Marketplace
Welcome to the Sound RIDER! virtual Motorcycle
Marketplace. We understand that our readers want to know about
specials and events that are currently underway at both Northwest shops as well
as national motorsport entities in general and the Marketplace dials
right in on that. Check out what's going on this month!
 What
kind of rider are you? A commuter, weekend warrior, serious
traveler, track star, or a pleasure tripper? No matter what you
ride, where you ride, or how you ride it, Ventura has solutions for
your carrying needs.
Ventura Products include the Bike-Pack System and accessories,
Light-Guards, Seat-Bags, Tank-Bags, Panniers, Bike-Stands, and more.
The Bike-Pack System is a unique Rack and Pack System with custom
engineered brackets that bolt to your bike. Three Rack choices and 4
Bag choices allow you to carry up to 102 Liters of capacity!
What bikes do we outfit? Any and all that we can! From a 1976
Honda GL1000 to the 2010 Hyosung GT250R, Ventura has them all!
Products are made in New Zealand by Dold Industries and are
distributed in North America by Ventura Motorcycle Accessories, Inc,
based out of Lynnwood, WA.
Check it out online at:
www.ventura-mca.com
 Kymco
Downtown 300i
You’re about to enjoy commuting like never before. The Downtown 300i was
designed and built for it! With the open road performance of a maxi scooter and
sport bike agility, the Downtown 300i delivers the ultimate scooter riding
experience. This new entry in the KYMCO Scooter family is powered by an all new
4-valve Electronic Fuel Injected engine coupled to an agile, responsive, light
weight dual cradle steel chassis. The onboard carrying capacity of the Downtown
300i offers all the space you need. A lighted, underseat storage space is big
enough for two helmets and a watertight console compartment for cell phone
storage, equipped with a 12V accessory outlet for charging your phone, is right
at your fingertips, satisfying all your daily commuting needs. Add an optional
top case and your daily commuter ride turns into a weekend touring machine. The
Downtown 300i: class leading performance and styling plus great fuel economy
too! Choose from three elegant color options: Pearl White, Silver or Burnt
Orange. Get Ready to Be Amazed.
CLICK HERE to visit the Kymco website
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HERE to read the Sound RIDER! feature
 MyScenicDrives.com
Winding roads snaking through the landscape, spectacular mountain
vistas, the shimmer of the sun on water are what adventures are made
of and now finding them is quick and easy on myscenicdrives.com.
Whether you are planning a day-trip, weekend getaway, or a summer
escape, myscenicdrives.com is quickly becoming the go to drive
finder. Currently focused in the Pacific Northwest, each drive has
an overview, interactive map, recommended stops, GPS directions and
weather forecast, as well as other nearby drives to keep you on the
move. With new drives constantly being added (and in more States),
you'll always find the perfect scenic drive on
myscenicdrives.com.
 Sasquatch
Dualsport 2010
Come take a five day dual sport tour of Oregon. Hit the gravel and
grab lunch at 6,000 feet up, wind your way through stunning river
valleys and explore the Oregon you have yet to know, together with
other dual sport enthusiasts. After last years successful Sasquatch
tour through Washington state, we turn the other way and enjoy 5
days through the Cascades and coastal ranges of this state that has
multitude of landscapes. And will you see Sasquatch? You never
know...
CLICK HERE for more details.
 Ride
West - A BMW Dealer and much more
Ride West - MUCH more than your local BMW dealer! Ride West sells
and services new BMW motorcycles of course, but also offers BMW
apparel, parts, accessories, and used bikes and service excellence
for all brands.
You can’t be sure unless you’re insured! Ride West insurance is
part of Ride West BMW - 8100 Lake City Way N.E. – and can offer you
the insurance package you need for your personal bike, budget, and
requirements.
Buy your motorcycle insurance from people who are passionate
about motorcycles and knowledgeable about insurance! Use their
expertise to gain peace of mind – which leaves more time for riding!
Ride West
– call (206) 527-5511 with your questions about new BMWs, used
everything, apparel, parts, service – and insurance. Check us out!
AVON Storm 2 Ultra tires - the longer lasting sport touring tire
For riders wanting grip, mileage and wet weather capability, the
new Storm 2 Ultra tires are just the ticket. In fact, these tires
are so good in the rain riders tout they feel like they are riding
on dry pavement. No longer will they have to sacrifice grip for
mileage. The Tri compound design along with Avon’s patented Advanced
Variable Belt Density construction with differing steel tensions and
densities makes this possible.
A medium compound center tread and softer compound shoulders
along with a base compound to bind the two compounds giving riders
the grip they need when and where they want it. And the A-VBD with
its densely wrapped belt in the center section and looser wrapped
belt on the shoulders gives the reinforcement needed for better
mileage and high-speed stability.
For more information, please call Avon at 800-624-7470 or visit
their new website at
www.avonmoto.com.
 The
Wheel Jockey as seen on Motorcycle Consumer News
At Sound RIDER! we applaud innovation. One of the most innovative
items we've seen come along in a while is the Wheel Jockey!
Finally, a simple product offers a solution to the cumbersome
task of rotating motorcycle wheels for cleaning and drive chain
maintenance. And, what’s more, it’s small enough to be easily stowed
under the seat or in any motorcycle luggage!
In addition to cleaning and chain servicing, you can use it to
rotate a front or rear wheel to locate a puncture on a tube or
tubeless tire - a godsend of a device when riding alone. Once you've
located the puncture, simply mark it's location and remove your bike
from the wheel jockey to safely complete the repair.
A must have device for any serious rider who owns a motorcycle
without a center stand.
Available in the Sound RIDER! Online Store
Looking for more moto goods and services? Dig deeper into the Marketplace now!
If you're a Northwest or national motorsports company and have
a special event or product you need our readers to know about
contact Stacey Swanson at 925-292-9470. |
