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R&D new Monster charger wheel This is the new R&D’s Monster Compressor Wheel kit for the new Yamaha FZR engine. It promises to deliver “horsepower you can feel” providing instant throttle response, improved mid range acceleration and increased top speed performance. The stock Yamaha Supercharger is equipped with a 5 blade design wheel. R&D had designed a 9 blade one in the past while Riva had produced a 7 blade impeller for the same Supercharger. Recently R&D produced the pictured 11 blade wheel that Bill Chapin showed us in Havasu during the first testing we carried out together for the new FZR. The new wheel will be available soon along with some other tricky parts for the new Yamaha.

Having an accident with a high speed Runabout or Ski may cause severe damage to the neck or an even worse trauma. The MX type helmet has great friction to the water surface and it may prevent even the sudden snap of the neck. A newly release protection that was initially designed for the MX riders is called Leatt Brace and it actually protects the spin section on the neck and skull support area. Norito Nakano was most probably the only rider that was using this high etch but still crucial protection during the World Finals. Since the speed of race crafts have increased at a substantial level I would strongly recommend to every single racer to use such a device.

Pro rider Italian Alissia Ida was injured in Havasu on the second moto of the Pro Am Women’s Ski. She dominated in the first moto though was also involved in a crash in the second one and she broke her right leg in four places. Due to the fact that she had not mentioned her insurance policy in the application form she faced extreme difficulty prior entering the Operation room, due to the U.S. regulations. Since most of her friends flew to Italy, Chris and Rachel MacClugage pulled a few strings and on her side was ex-multi champion Tera Laho. We saw her at the hospital and we wished her once again a good and quick recovery.

We are very sad to report that popular race director and IJSBA official, Jeremy Hoyland, has gone missing while riding a PWC in Bali Indonesia. Jeremy was brought to Bali as the race director for the Jet Ski Sport events of the 2008 Asia Beach Games. On October 24, the tides did not match the chart that was provided to us. Therefore, racing was put off until the late afternoon so that competitors could race in the safest water conditions. The staff was given the morning and early afternoon off for personal time. Jeremy spent his time recreationally riding on a borrowed PWC and encountered mechanical problems which put him at the mercy of the currents. Helicopter search efforts began immediately upon the report of Jeremy not returning to the event site. These search efforts are still underway and we are well within the time window where persons missing from a PWC ride in this region were found safely. As of today, there are 6 helicopters, 2 navy vessels, other official boats, and numerous private persons searching for him. We ask that the public respect Jeremy’s family during this difficult time by avoiding speculation and participation in rumor spreading. There are currently numerous incorrect stories floating around in the Bali media and on the internet. These statements can hinder rescue efforts and cause unneeded extra grief for Jeremy’s family, friends, and colleagues. The IJSBA will update the PWC community with any news when we get it and verify the accuracy. We remain optimistic that the news will be good when we report it.

This is the latest handlepole pad from Japanese aftermarket producer Craftman’s movement. It is made by texalium silver coating and is available for Yamaha or S4 poles. It is lightweight and additionally it enhances the aesthetics of the race craft. Available from Fennec Group Co. (in Japan) or Ardath Inc. (in USA, 310-768-3373).

The Los Angeles based company Jettribe started photo shooting some of its new products during the World Finals. Raw models were no other than racers Elif (IJSBA poster babe…) and Wayne Hofer. Both were supported by Jettribe the last couple of years and the company will include photos of Elif in the company’s future catalogue. Tony Vo president of the company is well known for his open mind and good cooperation with various athletes and distributors all around the world.

This is the latest aluminum exhaust flange for Kawasaki Ultra 250X available from Macc Racing. This exhaust outlet is made from high quality aluminum by Sato Engineering and it is polished in order to gain points in looks. Chris MacClugage, owner of Macc Racing mentioned that “Japanese products are known for their top quality, superb finish and state of the art anodizes”. That is why Macc Racing is cooperating with SE in order to release his own line up. Price: $180