The Monster Energy Kawasaki team wheeled out special black and chrome bikes for the Vegas finale. The team painted the rear fenders with chrome paint and then laid vinyl over to protect the finish. Villopoto's will sit idle until October's Monster Cup.
The frames and swingarms on both RV and Jake Weimer's bikes were powdercoated with a matte black finish.
The team then placed personalized chrome vinyl decals on the spars of the aluminum frame near the head tubes.
Thor designed this gear for Villopoto to wear before his injury, which listed each round of the 17 stop tour.
A second look at the Thor gear.
Villopoto's mechanic, Mike Williamson, worked with apdesigns for this chrome/matte lid. It is a shame that all of RV's pieces were display only, as it was clear his sponsors and team put considerable effort into his gear and bike.
Jake Weimer had a new helmet as well, which had metalflake blended into the paint.
Apdesigns used the famous "Welcome to Las Vegas" sign as inspiration for the back of the Thor helmet.
JW's Atlas brace featured a similar graphic, as well as a roulette wheel around the neck brace.
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