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The IJSBA and VP Fuels are pleased to announce that VP is again the official fuel of the quakysense World Finals. VP will be on hand to supply competitors with MS100, MS103 and MS109 unleaded fuels. Competitors wanting HTG fuel will need to order their supply in advance*. HTG can be ordered from VP Racing Fuels, Inc. by calling +1-(951)-696-5100. VP is in the process of developing a new blend of fuel, MS115. If this fuel is available in time for World Finals, the IJSBA will announce it immediately. Stay tuned to the IJSBA for more information as we get closer to the World Finals. For more than 30 years, VP’s passionate dedication to technological development through R&D has set VP apart from every other race fuel company. As the IJSBA celebrates the 27th World Finals, we are please to partner with companies that share our goal of long term commitment and service to the sport of PWC Racing. The International Jet Sports Boating Association is the worldwide sanctioning body for personal watercraft competitive racing. The IJSBA has affiliated associations, organizations and members in more than 50 countries worldwide and its headquarters are located in California, United States. For more information, please contact the IJSBA at +1-(714)-751-8695 or by visiting www.ijsba.com. Competitors are advised to heed this request to order in advance. Over the last couple of years, unprepared racers have been forced to purchase HTG from individuals who had a surplus. Have a more pleasant experience by being prepared.

The Power Kit 180 provides a 70hp increase delivering excellent acceleration. ECU 180 is installed. ECU is programmed to increase turbo boost, fuel delivery and engine timing for maximum performance. Plugs directly into wiring harness in place of stock ECU. HSR Blow-off Ventil is installed. Blow-off Ventil protects engine from over-boost damage. HSR Injectors (400G) are installed. Larger injectors are calibrated to match 180 ECU for optimum fuel delivery. Intercooler 160 is installed. Larger, more efficient intercooler replaces original unit delivering cooler intake air to engine. Features large, unrestricted core that exhibits minimal pressure loss compared to stock intercooler. There is also an upgrade kit for the previous stage 160hp kit. The Upgrade Kit is for upgrading the Power Kit 160BS0 set or the Power Kit 160BS1 set to a Power Kit 180 set. It includes a ECU 180HP, a fuel regulator and a racing exhaust pipe.

French company Star Bar recently launched a new turn plate that utilizes straight –not V-shape- handle bars. It does not feature bearings but bushings in order to enhance the free feeling and free motion. It is CNC machined from billet aluminium and comes anodized in order to resist corrosion. The new turn plate will match the brand new handle pole that will be available in August. The company will probably lauch an ATV-type bars that will alter the riding position.

Parking space might be a luxury for the Europeans on the other hand, in the US most of the people have plenty of space. This is reigning champion’s Craig Warner’s garage. You do not need much time to realize that he has two STX-15 Supercharged race crafts, an Ultra, another Kawasaki three seater as well as a Monster Energy painted SX-R. The party is complete with the MX mini bike and the two drums of race fuel. Well as a world champion he deserves to have some space…

Do you want to make your “X” Sea Doo run faster? R&D has the solution for you. Simply install nothing more than a drop nozzle, intake grate, sponsons and the X Power Plenum filter (the cylindrical element filter for the intake box that is mounted on top of the OEM fuel tank). Bill Chapin chief engineer and world known tuner of R&D assures you that the “X” craft will reach the top speed of 73mph.

The new Star Bar handle pole is very similar to the well known Rick Roy Products handle pole. Though, this one is not adjustable there are different bars available in different sizes. It will fit the SX-R, Super Jet and S4. The bars come in 8 different colors and a Blowsion pad can be used on the top. The particular handle pole will be available at the end of July and Star Bars accompanies it with its own turn plate. More info at www.Starbar.fr

A new myth is born thanks to the close collaboration between a major helmet brand and the world’s best Off-Road racing riders. All the components and every manufacturing detail of the new Shark helmet have been designed to give maximum satisfaction to its wearer. The shell is made from multi-directional composite fibers and strengthened with carbon/aramid. The company makes 3 shell sizes to cover the whole range of helmet sizes and ensure perfect fit. The newly designed chin bar incorporates a new bumper and provides better protection. It has a fully adjustable, removable and washable interior from Coolmax fabric. The new wider peak is flexible and is supported with aluminium screws. Additionally, it has ergonomic chin pads and a double-D-ring “racing” chin strap. It weights 1250 +/- 50gr and attracts anyone’s attention due to its superb graphics and superb quality.