Metro Vacuum SK-1 Air Force Blaster Sidekick Compact & Portable Motorcycle Dryer

by Metro Vacuum

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Thoroughly dry your bike or sports car in just eight minutes with the Metropolitan Vacuum SK-1 Air Force Blaster Sidekick. This hand-held dryer blasts away water with warm, filtered air, leaving your bike or other vehicle clean and spot-free. The Sidekick comes assembled with a 12-inch grounded power cord and includes a rubber neoprene blower nozzle and air flare.

The Metropolitan Vacuum SK-1 Air Force Blaster Sidekick offers: A fast-acting method of drying motorcycles or cars A powerful 1.3 HP motor Compact size small enough to fit in a saddle bag Easy-change foam filter Sturdy, all-steal construction

The Blaster Sidekick, an expert dryer for your bike or vehicle, is brought to you by the innovative Metropolitan Vacuum Cleaner Co. View Video Demo.

The Blaster Sidekick removes water from places towels can't reach, keeping vehicles and bikes at their best. View larger.

Give Your Vehicle a Spotless Finish in Just Minutes
Compact and portable, the Sidekick removes water from places towels simply can't reach. When it rains, water accumulates in crevices, around lights, and on body panels. After you take your wheels out for a spin, the accumulated water forms droplets that stream down, leaving unsightly streaks and spots behind. Fortunately, the Sidekick lets you clean off the accumulated water before it can mar the surface of your favorite ride.

Designed to be used at home or on the road with a waffle-weave towel, the Sidekick removes water from under the air spoiler, mirrors, door handles, tire rims, and more. Its 12-inch rubber nozzle is a snap to position, and it won't scratch your paint job.

Powerful yet Compact, Easily Blows Away Moisture
With air volume of 160 MPH/85 CFM and air speed of 18,000 FPM, the Sidekick is both powerful and effective. It owes its robust performance to a 1.3-horsepower, 8.0-amp, 950-watt, 120-volt motor, which blows warm, filtered air to dry your motorcycle or car in minutes.

Weighing only three pounds and small enough to put in a saddle bag, the Sidekick is easy to hold and maneuver.

The Sidekick boasts sturdy all-steel construction and an easy-change foam filter. It comes with a one-year manufacturer's warranty.

Metropolitan Vacuum Cleaner Co., Inc.: Committed to the American Dream
In December of 1939, Hyman Gulker pawned his pocket watch and gave $50 to his daughter and son-in-law, Pearl and Israel Stern. That was the beginning of Metropolitan Vacuum Cleaner Company, the family's American Dream.

Before he founded Metro, Israel sold vacuum cleaners door to door. He was such a great salesman, in fact, that the president of the last company he worked for offered him $100 to come back into the fold. To the president's great disappointment, however, Israel's wife had the last word. She said, "Nothing doing. We're on our own now!"Since the day those fateful words were spoken, the Metropolitan Vacuum Cleaner Co., Inc. has grown from a small retail store in Bronx, NY, that sold and repaired vacuum cleaners into a multidivisional corporation with an ever-expanding range of products.

What's in the Box
Sidekick with filter and 12-inch cord, rubber neoprene blower nozzle, and air flare.

Keep it in your garage or glove box to remove water from under the air spoiler, mirrors, door handles, tire rims, and more.

Product Description

Metro Air Force Blaster Sidekick Motorcycle Dryer. Want a spotless clean machine no matter where you go? You'll need a "Sidekick!" MADE IN THE USA! No, I'm not talking about a guy who travels around with you. I'm talking about the Sidekick Dryer from Metro. It's the portable, professional way to keep your bike looking its best, even out on the road. At just over 3 lbs., it's light and compact enough to fit in your saddlebag, but packs enough power to clean a full size bike in minutes! Easy-to-use, value priced, perfect for home or road... grab one for yourself and rock a clean bike for LESS! More: Sturdy, all-steel body withstands years of travel and heavy use; Powerful 1.3HP motor pumps out 18,000 feet per minute of warm, clean filtered air; EZ Change foam filter; 14" heavy duty cord; Weighs 3 lbs. Sparkle and shine for LESS! Order yours today! Metro Air ForceBlaster Sidekick Motorcycle Dryer

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 8 x 6.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000LQB24G
• Item model number: SK-1
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,638 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #13 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Wet-Dry Vacuums

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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Blaster? it sure is, March 5, 2008

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Robert W. Henze "H57" (Hudson Valley, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Metro Vacuum SK-1 Air Force Blaster Sidekick Compact & Portable Motorcycle Dryer (Tools & Home Improvement)

I had buyers remorse after placing the order. An after thought about the horsepower made me skeptical. Their big one is 8 hp then their best seller is 4 hp this one is only 1.3. To my surprise it was awesome. I can't imagine using a 4 hp on my bike. It works great. Filtered & heated air it is well worth the money!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AIr Force Blaster Sidekick Compact - Great Product, June 11, 2009

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M. Signorile "Rider" (NJ, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Metro Vacuum SK-1 Air Force Blaster Sidekick Compact & Portable Motorcycle Dryer (Tools & Home Improvement)

Purchased this dryer thinking that it would help a little with the drying time on my bike - this product is great - it cut my wash and dry time in half - I was able to get the water out of the fins on my engine heads as well as all the little spots I had difficulty getting to with a cloth. Even blew the dust off the garage floor prior to rolling the bike back in. Highly recommend this for the biker that has one or two bikes and likes to keep them clean. You will need an extention cord as the cord on the unit is aprox 18". Great product - great buy!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars lotta hot air, April 15, 2009

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Dwayne L. Metcalf (Central Indiana) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Metro Vacuum SK-1 Air Force Blaster Sidekick Compact & Portable Motorcycle Dryer (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is a whole lotta product in a small package. I had been considering some type of dryer to help with cleaning and drying my motorcycle, and when I found a very attractive price on Amazon.com I decided to try it. I'm glad that I did as this Metro Vac SK-1 is a great tool. It lives up to manufacturers claims and I can't imagine needing anything bigger.