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7 Favorite Motorcycles From 2007

A decade ago motorcycles had speed, looks, and style. They have certainly improved with each passing year. Year after year motorcycle manufacturers get more innovative, produce faster, lighter and more comfortable motorcycles, and learn what works and what doesn't. What are the favorites from 2007?

- Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer.

These motorcycles have a V2 engine with an electric starter and a liquid cooling system. The seat was 28.1 inches and the dry weight was 668 pounds. It was made with a double cradle frame and a telescopic fork front suspension with a swingarm rear suspension. These motorcycles had single disc rear brakes and double disc front brakes. They have a fuel capacity of 4.88 gallons.

- BMW R1200GS

These motorcycles have a two cylinder boxer engine. They also have an electronic fuel injection with an electric starter. These motorcycles had oil and air cooled engines and a 6-speed gearbox. At 438 pounds, they were meant for speed. These off road motorcycles came in desert yellow metallic, rock red metallic, ocean blue metallic, or granite gray metallic. Though the fuel capacity is a whopping 5.28 gallons, the consumption is 1.45 gallons for every 6.2 miles.

- Yamaha WR 450 F

These are also off road motorcycles. They have a single cylinder engine, with a liquid cooling system. At just 246 pounds, it is nearly two-thirds the weight of the BMW R1200GS motorcycles. The front suspension is a telescopic fork, the rear a swingarm. The fuel capacity on these motorcycles is a mere 2.10 gallons. These motorcycles had single disc brake systems for both front and rear.

- Yamaha FZ1 Fazer

These naked motorcycles had in line four engines with an electric starter. They also had a liquid cooling system, a final drive chain transmission, and digital ignition. Like the BMW R1200GS, these Yamaha motorcycles weighed 438 pounds. The frame was aluminum die cast and the front suspension was telescopic upside down forks. The rear a swingarm suspension. These motorcycles had double disc front brakes and single disc rear brakes. Fuel capacity on these motorcycles is 4.76 gallons.

- Harley Davidson VRSCX

These custom or cruiser motorcycles have a V2 engine. They have an electronic sequential port fuel injection system and liquid cooling system. The seat is a mere 27.1 inches high and the weight 637 pounds. These motorcycles are 5-speed with a final drive belt transmission. The front and rear brakes are both single disc four piston. These motorcycles came in two tone mirage orange pearl or brilliant silver pearl. It has a 5 gallon fuel capacity.

- Victory Vegas Jackpot

Like the Harley Davidson VRSCX, these motorcycles are also custom or cruiser motorcycles. With a V2 engine, an air cooling system, and final drive belt transmission, it has many of the same features as the Harley Davidson VRSCX motorcycles. It has an electronic fuel injection system and a 6-speed gearbox. These motorcycles had an even shorter seat at 25.7 inches high. Though the seat was lower, they were a bit heavier weighing 659 pounds. The fuel capacity was 4.5 gallons and colors included black, orange crush, or sunset red.

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Chain Breaker $17.99 Biker's Choice Chain Breaker Heavy-duty chain breaker has a built-in alignment system Simply line up levers, squeeze together and insert chain Rotating top lever clockwise will drive the pin out Includes 2 extra replacement tips Fits all 5/8'' pitch (530) chain

530 Chrome O-Ring Drive Chain $97.95 Drag Specialties 530 Chrome O-Ring Drive Chain Features four-point pin riveting, solid bushings and rollers, and tough O-ring seals to lock in factory K3 lube and lock out grit Average tensile strength: 9,100 lb. Features tough chrome plating on sideplates Rivet-type connection link included 530 chain available in 102 to120 link lengths

Chain Clean $11.95 Motorex Chain Clean Highly effective; works on all drive chains Removes caked-on residue Safe for X-ring and O-ring chains 500ml aerosol can

Chain Riveting Tool Kit $81.99 Motion Pro Chain Riveting Tool Kit Rivets chain links to form endless chain Use on cam chain or drive chain Can also be used to break chain Includes 3 pins: Sizes 2mm, 3mm and 4mm

Chain Drive 316-2 Street Performance Cam $289.95 Crane Cams Chain Drive 316-2 Street Performance Cam Computer-designed hydraulic cams are available from mild street/cruising up to big-bore and race engine build-ups and feature lobe-to-lobe cam profile accuracy for off-idle torque and high-rpm horsepower. Cams for 06 Dyna and all 07-09 models require the use of 99-04 style valves, seals, valve guides and spring kits. Cams are sold in sets of two, one intake and one exhaust cam. Bolt-in camshaft; 10.1:1 compression ratio recommended Works best with performance air cleaner and exhaust Can use stock valve springs Power range from 1800 to 5800 rpm Intake: Open: 19 degree Close: 43 degree Duration @ .053: 242 degree Valve Lift: .505 Exhaust: Open: 48 degree Close: 24 degree Duration @ .053: 252 degree Valve lift: .505

Chain Drive 300-2 Mild Street Cam $289.95 Crane Cams Chain Drive 300-2 Mild Street Cam Computer-designed hydraulic cams are available from mild street/cruising up to big-bore and race engine build-ups and feature lobe-to-lobe cam profile accuracy for off-idle torque and high-rpm horsepower. Cams for 06 Dyna and all 07-09 models require the use of 99-04 style valves, seals, valve guides and spring kits. Cams are sold in sets of two, one intake and one exhaust cam. Intake: Open: 13 degree Close: 33 degree Duration @ .053: 226 degree Valve Lift: .505 Exhaust: Open: 42 degree Close: 14 degree Duration @ .053: 236 degree Valve lift: .505

Chain Lube $12.95 Muc-Off Chain Lube Muc-Off Dry PTFE Chain Lube is formulated to hold up to the extreme pressures that are applied to a modern drive chain. It’s a highly versatile, all-weather chain lubricant that has superior penetrative qualities ensuring that every part of the chain link is lubricated. Our advanced ‘Dry Formula’ creates a clean, durable and protective layer that inhibits rust and corrosion. The added PTFE has exceptionally low surface friction to provide incredible drivetrain efficiency without attracting contaminants. It’s so clean and easy to use! Suitable for all conditions Dry Formula, which creates a clean durable and protective layer Contains PTFE, with superior penetration qualities Incredible drivetrain efficiency without attracting contaminates Comes in an easy to use aerosol for fast efficient application Leaves no messy residue and is suitable for O/X/Z Ring chains

Chain Drive 290-2 Hot Street Performance Cam $289.95 Crane Cams Chain Drive 290-2 Hot Street Performance Cam Computer-designed hydraulic cams are available from mild street/cruising up to big-bore and race engine build-ups and feature lobe-to-lobe cam profile accuracy for off-idle torque and high-rpm horsepower. Cams for 06 Dyna and all 07-09 models require the use of 99-04 style valves, seals, valve guides and spring kits. Cams are sold in sets of two, one intake and one exhaust cam. Great mid-range and upper end power Provides optimum power with 9.5:1 compression ratio and modified heads Must use Crane valve springs, set up for .570” lift, performance air cleaner and exhaust Power range from 1800 to 5800 rpm Intake: Duration @ .053: 240 degree Valve Lift: .570 Open: 18 degree Close: 42 degree Exhaust: Duration @ .053: 248 degree Valve lift: .570 Open: 46 degree Close: 22 degree

Chain Drive 310-2 Moderate Street Cam $289.95 Crane Cams Chain Drive 310-2 Moderate Street Cam Computer-designed hydraulic cams are available from mild street/cruising up to big-bore and race engine build-ups and feature lobe-to-lobe cam profile accuracy for off-idle torque and high-rpm horsepower. Cams for 06 Dyna and all 07-09 models require the use of 99-04 style valves, seals, valve guides and spring kits. Cams are sold in sets of two, one intake and one exhaust cam. Bolt-in camshaft; good low-end and mid-range power Great for Dynas, Softails and solo riders Works best with performance air cleaner, exhaust and compression ratio from stock to 9.5:1 Can be used with stock valve springs Power range from 1500 to 5000 rpm Intake: Open: 20 degree Close: 36 degree Duration @ .053: 236 degree Valve Lift: .505 Exhaust: Open: 47 degree Close: 15 degree Duration @ .053: 242 degree Valve lift: .505

Chain Drive 296-2 Hot Street Cam $289.95 Crane Cams Chain Drive 296-2 Hot Street Cam Computer-designed hydraulic cams are available from mild street/cruising up to big-bore and race engine build-ups and feature lobe-to-lobe cam profile accuracy for off-idle torque and high-rpm horsepower. Cams for 06 Dyna and all 07-09 models require the use of 99-04 style valves, seals, valve guides and spring kits. Cams are sold in sets of two, one intake and one exhaust cam. For heavily modified engines with a compression ratio of 10.25:1 and up, big bore kit and headwork Performance air cleaner and performance exhaust also required Designed for use with Edelbrock Performer RPM Twin Cam cylinder heads 620” lift, range: 2000 to 6000 rpm Intake: Open: 20 degree Close: 46 degree Duration @ .053: 246 degree Valve Lift: .619 Exhaust: Open: 52 degree Close: 22 degree Duration @ .053: 254 degree Valve lift: .619

Chain Drive 304-2 Max Hot Street Cam $289.95 Crane Cams Chain Drive 304-2 Max Hot Street Cam Computer-designed hydraulic cams are available from mild street/cruising up to big-bore and race engine build-ups and feature lobe-to-lobe cam profile accuracy for off-idle torque and high-rpm horsepower. Cams for 06 Dyna and all 07-09 models require the use of 99-04 style valves, seals, valve guides and spring kits. Cams are sold in sets of two, one intake and one exhaust cam. Strong mid-range torque with great upper end power Best for modified engines with 10.5:1 compression ratio, big bore kits and modified heads Must use Crane valve springs, set up for .700” travel, performance air cleaner and exhaust Power range from 2000 to 6200 rpm Intake: Open: 25 degree Close: 49 degree Duration @ .053: 254 degree Valve Lift: .600 Exhaust: Open: 56 degree Close: 24 degree Duration @ .053: 260 degree Valve lift: .600 Note: Must check coil bind, valve to valve clearance and valve to piston clearance.

Chain Alignment Tool $15.99 Motion Pro Chain Alignment Tool Aids visual alignment of sprockets when drive chain is adjusted Enables accurate wheel alignment Clamps to rear sprocket with alignment rod pointing toward front sprocket Slight down alignment rod, move rear wheel until sprockets align

Chain Roller Kit $24.95 TM Designworks Chain Roller Kit The only specific fit chain roller on the market today Each roller is engineered and molded from a low friction custom plastic material The roller size and Powerlip™ offset are race tested to improve drive chain power and reduce chain plate wear The sealed bearings are ABEC certified with special racing grease and come with O.E.M. replacement hardware A custom set of washers reinforces and protects the outside bearing seals 1-year free manufacturer’s replacement warranty through TM Designworks

530 Chain Conversion Rear Sprocket $52.95 Drag Specialties 530 Chain Conversion Rear Sprocket Convert rear drive belt to 530 chain Flat steel sprocket with chrome finish Also available "dished" with a 0.54" offset Note: Sprockets not for 00-10 models with Cush Drive.

Replacement Chain Guide Lower Wear Block $14.95 Moose Racing Replacement Chain Guide Lower Wear Block Replacement chain block for Moose Racing aluminum chain guide. **Note: Does not fit right side drive models.

530 Sigma High-Performance O-Ring Chain $153.99 Tsubaki 530 Sigma High-Performance O-Ring Chain Average tensile strength of 10,600 lbs. Recommended for up to 1200cc Up to 100% greater fatigue strength and wear resistance than most conventional motorcycle drive chains High viscosity grease is vacuum injected and sealed by Tsubaki's super seal o-rings Vital parts are heat treated and shot-peened for maximum durability **Note: Recommended Chain Length is a based on OEM gearing and chain size. May require additional links or cutting if stock gearing has been altered. Click here to view all chain link options

PBI Aluminum Flat Rear Drive Sprocket $107.95 Chris Products PBI Aluminum Flat Rear Drive Sprocket PBI Aluminum Flat Rear Drive Sprockets are made from lightweight, strong, 7075-T651 aircraft alloy and polished to a chrome-like finish. Made in the U.S.A. Note: Models must have final drive chain or have been converted to chain drive.

530 Chain Conversion Dished Rear Sprocket $39.95 Drag Specialties 530 Chain Conversion Dished Rear Sprocket Convert rear drive belt to 530 chain Dished with 0.54" offset Steel with chrome finish Also available flat with no offset Note: Sprockets not for 00-10 models with Cush Drive

SCC Chain Case Oil $12.99 Torco SCC Chain Case Oil SCC is a 100% synthetic fluid designed to exceed the extreme pressure and low temperature demands of snowmobile chaincase applications Formulated with Torco's exclusive MPZ? chemistry, SCC reduces friction, reduces wear, improves power efficiency and extends the life of highly stressed drive components SCC also contains anti-rust, anti-corrosion and anti-foam chemistries Recommended for use in all snowmobile chaincase applications. Highly recommended for racing or high endurance applications 100% synthetic formula MPZ? frictional loss technology Shear resistant and thermally stable Protects under severe shock loads, heat and high speeds Superior anti-rust and anti-corrosion Meets or exceeds API GL-4

530 Sigma High-Performance Nickel Plated O-Ring Chain $213.99 530 Sigma High-Performance Nickel Plated O-Ring Chain Average tensile strength of 10,600 lbs. Recommended for up to 1200cc Up to 100% greater fatigue strength and wear resistance than most conventional motorcycle drive chains High viscosity grease is vacuum injected and sealed by Tsubaki's super seal o-rings Vital parts are heat treated and shot-peened for maximum durability Rustless nickel plate finish for show quality Ideal for show bikes with big inch motors **Note: Recommended Chain Length is a based on OEM gearing and chain size. May require additional links or cutting if stock gearing has been altered. Click here to view all chain link options

530 Standard Motorcycle/ATV Chain $18.99 Western Power Sports 530 Standard Motorcycle/ATV Chain Standard duty?530 chain for motorcycles and ATV's. Quality engineered for strength and durability All chains are pre-stretched and shot-peened Precision tolerances for perfect balance in every pitch Complete with oiling hole in the bushing to insure proper lubrication New Gold chain has nickel plated inner plates and gold outer plates Tensile strength of 530 Standard chain- 6,600 lbs. Actual product may vary from web image **Note: Recommended Chain Length is a based on OEM gearing and chain size. May require additional links or cutting if stock gearing has been altered. Click Here to view available Master Links

520 Standard Motorcycle/ATV Chain $17.99 Western Power Sports 520 Standard Motorcycle/ATV Chain Standard duty 428 chain for motorcycles and ATV's. Quality engineered for strength and durability All chains are pre-stretched and shot-peened Precision tolerances for perfect balance in every pitch Complete with oiling hole in the bushing to insure proper lubrication New Gold chain has nickel plated inner plates and gold outer plates Tensile strength of the 520 Standard chain- 6,600 lbs. Actual product may vary from web image **Note: Recommended Chain Length is a based on OEM gearing and chain size. May require additional links or cutting if stock gearing has been altered. Click Here to view available Master Links

Chain-Driven 21H/TW21 Grind Cam $287.95 Andrews Products Chain-Driven 21H/TW21 Grind Cam Andrews Products grinds its cams using a computer with cam design capabilities. This superior technology gives the utmost in both performance and reliability. Only the best alloy steel billets and heat-treating processes are used. The power in a Harley Twin Cam engine is completely released when a superior Andrews computer-designed high-performance cams are installed. Cams come with new bearings (1 roller and 1 ball). Bolt-in cam with more torque at low and middle rpm range (1,700-5,200 rpm) Similar to EV23 for heavy bikes Work well with either fuel-injection or carburetor Can be used with stock valve springs and tappets Intake: Open: 10 degrees Close: 30 degrees Duration at .053: 220 degrees Duration at .020 valve lift: .255 Valve lift: .498 Lift at TDC: .134 Exhaust: Open: 40 degrees Close: 08 degrees Duration at .053: 228 degrees Duration at .020 valve lift: .264 Valve lift: .498 Lift at TDC: .121 **Note: 00-06 model cams use a splined cam drive sprocket Cams will fit in the 1999 Twin Cam motor, but the OEM splined cam drive sprocket must be used Installer must check coil bind, valve-to-valve clearance and valve-to-piston clearance

428 Standard Motorcycle/ATV Chain $11.99 Western Power Sports 428 Standard Motorcycle/ATV Chain Standard duty 428 chain for motorcycles and ATV's. Quality engineered for strength and durability All chains are pre-stretched and shot-peened Precision tolerances for perfect balance in every pitch Complete with oiling hole in the bushing to insure proper lubrication New Gold chain has nickel plated inner plates and gold outer plates Tensile strength of the 428 Standard chain-4,070 lbs. Actual product may vary from web image **Note: Recommended Chain Length is a based on OEM gearing and chain size. May require additional links or cutting if stock gearing has been altered. Click Here to view available Master Links

530H Heavy Duty Motorcycle Chain $26.99 Western Power Sports 530H Heavy Duty Motorcycle/ATV Chain Heavy duty 530H chain for motorcycles and ATV's. Quality engineered for strength and durability All chains are pre-stretched and shot-peened Precision tolerances for perfect balance in every pitch Complete with oiling hole in the bushing to insure proper lubrication New Gold chain has nickel plated inner plates and gold outer plates Tensile strength of the 530H Heavy Duty chain-7,480 lbs. Heavy Duty chains have "Quad Staked" riveted pins for added strength Actual product may vary from web image **Note: Recommended Chain Length is a based on OEM gearing and chain size. May require additional links or cutting if stock gearing has been altered. Click Here to view available Master Links

Chain-Driven TW26A Grind Cam $287.95 Andrews Products Chain-Driven TW26A Grind Cam Andrews Products grinds its cams using a computer with cam design capabilities. This superior technology gives the utmost in both performance and reliability. Only the best alloy steel billets and heat-treating processes are used. The power in a Harley Twin Cam engine is completely released when a superior Andrews computer-designed high-performance cams are installed. Cams come with new bearings (1 roller and 1 ball). Bolt-in cams for low rpm torque and two-up touring Add more torque and horsepower at low and middle rpm range (1800-5500 rpm) Works well with either fuel-injection or carburetor Can be used with stock valve springs and tappets Intake: Open: 09 degrees Close: 37 degrees Duration at .053: 226 degrees Duration at .020 valve lift: .262 Valve lift: .490 Lift at TDC: .138 Exhaust: Open: 43 degrees Close: 04 degrees Duration at .053: 220 degrees Duration at .020 valve lift: .266 Valve lift: .490 Lift at TDC: .120 **Note: 00-06 model cams use a splined cam drive sprocket Cams will fit in the 1999 Twin Cam motor, but the OEM splined cam drive sprocket must be used Installer must check coil bind, valve-to-valve clearance and valve-to-piston clearance

Chain Guide $16.99 UFO Chain Guide Replace your worn Chain guide with this UFO Chain Guide. Reduces drag and wear on one of the most vital pasts of your motorcycle. Replaces OEM exactly Long-wearing polyurethane construction

428H Heavy Duty Motorcycle/ATV Chain $13.99 Western Power Sports 428H Heavy Duty Motorcycle/ATV Chain Heavy duty 428H chain for motorcycles and ATV's. Quality engineered for strength and durability All chains are pre-stretched and shot-peened Precision tolerances for perfect balance in every pitch Complete with oiling hole in the bushing to insure proper lubrication New Gold chain has nickel plated inner plates and gold outer plates Tensile strength of the 428H?Heavy Duty?chain-5,060 lbs. Heavy Duty chains have "Quad Staked" riveted pins for added strength Actual product may vary from web image **Note: Recommended Chain Length is a based on OEM gearing and chain size. May require additional links or cutting if stock gearing has been altered. Click Here to view available Master Links

420 Standard Duty Motorcycle/ATV Chain $10.35 Western Power Sports 420 Standard Duty Motorcycle/ATV?Chain Standard 420 chain for motorcycles and ATV's. Quality engineered for strength and durability All chains are pre-stretched and shot-peened Precision tolerances for perfect balance in every pitch Complete with oiling hole in the bushing to insure proper lubrication New Gold chain has nickel plated inner plates and gold outer plates Tensile strength of the 420 Standard chain-3,960 lbs. Actual product may vary from web image **Note: Recommended Chain Length is a based on OEM gearing and chain size. May require additional links or cutting if stock gearing has been altered. Click Here to view available Master Links

Chain Doc $59.95 Muc-Off Chain Doc No other chain cleaning kit on the planet works as quickly or efficiently as the new Muc-Off Motorcycle Chain Doc. Chain Doc banishes grime from all motorcycle chains with minimal effort to vastly increase chain life and power efficiency. The device works by clipping over the chain and combining innovative rotary brushes with the awesome power of?the new high performance DRY Chain Cleaner brings your chain back to life and makes it sparkle again! There is no need to rinse with water either which ensures there is no chance of corrosion which can happen when using a traditional cleaner with water, in fact the chain cleaning formula leaves ZERO residue! It's so simple to use, mess free and works in seconds and when the can runs out simply connect a new can to the device. The kit comes complete with a 400ml can of New Muc-Off DRY High Performance Chain Cleaner, Chain Doc device and a FREE trial size can of Muc-Off Dry PTFE Chain Lube, making it ready for cleaning and lubing straight out of the box! The 400ml Dry PTFE Chain Lube (available separately) can also be attached to the Chain Doc for completely mess free lubrication without any annoying overspray! Works on all chain driven bikes with a center stand/paddock stand and a minimum clearance of H 60mm x W 145mm between the chain and swing arm. Suitable for all chain widths. Easy to use mechanism simply clips over the chain with minimum effort Heavy duty rotating brushes, rapidly remove heavy chain grime quickly and safely O/X/Z Ring compatible Includes 400ml Muc-Off Dry Chain Cleaner Removes even the toughest grime including water proof grease and chain lube/wax residue Brings your chain back to life in seconds

Chain Guard $108.95 Chain Guard from Yana Shiki

Transfer Case Drive Chain by Omix-Ada for Jeep $120.99 1980-89 J10;1980-83 SJ;New Process 208 transfer case JEEP J10 WAGONEER 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 4.2L (258) 5.9L (360) GAS Transfer Case Drive Chain by Omix-Ada for Jeep

XCL Chain $107.99 Xena XCL Chain 1/2" hardened Boron steel chain 6'6" long, chain bag included Purchase lock and claw adapter separately

Quadra-Trac Drive Chain by Omix-Ada for Jeep $210.99 1976-79 Jeep CJ;For use with automatic transmission;Replacement for factory chain (96) pins JEEP CJ-2A CJ-3A CJ-3B CJ5 CJ6 CJ7 1946 1947 1948 1949 1950 1951 1952 1953 1954 1955 1956 1957 1958 1959 1960 1966 1967 1968 1969 1970 1971 1976 1977 1978 1979 2.2L (134) 3.1L Diesel (192) 3.7L Dauntless (225) 3.8L (232) 4.2L (258) 5L (304) DIESEL GAS Quadra-Trac Drive Chain by Omix-Ada for Jeep

Chain Guide Blocks for MSR Chain Guides $10.99 MSR Chain Guide Blocks for MSR Chain Guides Replacement lower chain guide blocks for MSR chain guides only.

Key Chain $2.95 River Road Key Chain Keep track of your keys with the River Road Key Chain.

Starter Drive $99.95 Ricks Motorsport Electrics Starter Drive Replacement OEM starter drive