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Head into the wild The Michelin Anakee Wild tyre offers an aggressive 50/50 design to get you over the river and through the woods. Updated compounds and an innovative tread pattern inspired by Michelin’s Dakar-winning Desert Race tyre offer longevity, while offset blocks and curved tread grooves provide true off- road performance, especially in soft and challenging conditions, while the casing design ensures impeccable on-road stability. Distributor: Northern Accessories Size style: Sizes specifically made for larger Adventure bikes Info: northern.co.nz The lube that sticks Kawasaki says its Performance Synthetic Chain Lube uses an advanced race- proven formula designed for both on- and off-road applications. It promises the ultimate in protection for your drive system from rust, corrosion, and premature wear, while its super-tacky formula resists fling-off, and it’s safe for both O-ring and non O-ring chain types. Distributor: Kawasaki NZ Size style: 395g Price: $24.50 Info: Available from Kawasaki dealer network Giving up acid Superior in every way to traditional lead acid type batteries, Voltz Nano Gel batteries deliver enhanced performance and increased reliability, at an excellent price. These next-generation batteries use a gel electrolyte rather than your traditional acid, and we’re assured they are guaranteed not to leak, which makes them safer, too. Distributor: Forbes & Davies Size style: In a range of battery types Price: From $39 Info: forbesanddavies.co.nz 28 KIWI RIDER