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93 www.thunderpress.net THUNDER PRESS nAugust 2016n Beat the E Ethanol is a hazard to your motorcycle. It attacks your entire fuel system and rots your motor out from the inside. That's a known fact, and it's especially pernicious with air-cooled motors. Why it's still man- dated to constitute a percentage of the gas you get from commercial pumps is just further proof of the power of Big Corn in politics, and now they've been upping that percentage from 10 to 15—i.e. from E10 to E15. You can't really fi ght back, but you can take precautionary measures to insure the health of your ride, starting with Star Tron Enzyme Fuel Treatment. This product is an alcohol-free formulation that neutralizes many of the ill effects of ethanol. It improves ethanol-retarded combustion, thus increasing your power. It reduces emissions, and keeps your fuel delivery system, whether carbu- reted or injected, clean and corrosion-free. It costs $9.49 for enough additive to treat 48 gallons of gas. 'Nuff said. Star Tron 800.327.8583 startron.com Would you like to see YOUR motorcycle-related product featured here? If so, send your press release to: THUNDER PRESS 10405 6th Avenue North, Suite 210 Minneapolis, MN 55441 or e-mail to: partz@thunderpress.net Couch surfi ng The new Road Sofa LS from Saddlemen takes long-distance touring com- fort to a plush new level. Designed to fi t '97–present Harley-Davidson Touring models, it uses a combination of the company's excellent SaddleGel viscoelastic polymer and the latest in progressive density co-molding technology of the foam to pamper the riders with a 50-percent reduction in engine vibration and up to a 92-percent absorption of direct impact forces from the pavement. The seating panels are upholstered in breathable perforated leather for ventilation down below, and the seat pockets are contoured for both lumbar support and optimal ergonomic positioning to the bars, pegs and controls to keep strain and fatigue to a minimum over the long haul. It comes with a fi tted rain cover and prices start at $561. Saddlemen 800.397.7709 saddlemen.com Commuter special Harley-Davidson's HDMC Messenger Bag is a remarkably versatile day bag for the biker on the go. Designed to safely transport your computer and other daily necessities for work or school, it features a padded shoulder strap and cross-chest stabilizer strap to hold it securely to the rider's back, as well as a wide, adjustable hook-and-loop strap with quick release tabs for affi xing to your bike's sissy bar, if you have one. It also has a carrying handle to convert it to briefcase duty once you've arrived. The shell is canvas, and adorned with contrasting web straps and distressed metal buckles. The interior is weather resistant, and features a padded compartment for computers with up to a 17-inch screen, as well as a plethora of additional specialized pockets for all manner of other personal effects. Available in black and silver, brown and tan, or army green, it sells for $169.95. Harley-Davidson harley-davidson.com Smart switch To keep your bike's battery juice on tap for quick, sure starting power is most effectively achieved by disconnecting it entirely during periods of non-use, no matter the duration. That seemingly simple procedure rarely is on modern machines, but with the Automatic Battery Disconnect from Battery Doctor it's a total no-brainer. With this device attached to your battery's positive terminal, disconnecting and reconnecting your battery can be done with the push of a button on a remote control key fob. And even if you space out, and forget to hit the button, the unit will disconnect the power automatically when the battery's charge level hits 12 volts. That's some serious peace of mind. Pricing starts at $139. Battery Doctor 800.959.0879 wirthco.com