F&I Shop Talk: Turning a Profit Isn’t a Crime… Perhaps
I’ve learned in dealing with powersport dealers that they resent being compared to auto dealers. I could respect that. Until this past trip. I’ll change the names and locations but leave the details intact.
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CrimeStopper Honors Reps of the Year
CrimeStopper has announced that it has named its Reps of the Year across multiple categories. Rep Award Winners include: MAG Sales, Ultimate Entertainment, Momentum Sales & Marketing, and MURFCO.
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Crimestopper to Exhibit Numerous New Products During Rockford Corporation 2015 Showcase
Rockford Corp., an industry leader in high-performance audio & security systems, has announced that recently acquired Crimestopper, an industry leader in 12 Volt aftermarket electronics specializing in vehicle security, remote start systems, and safety products, will showcase numerous new products alongside Rockford’s family of brands at The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas,
Crime Scene Choppers Rapide Air Cleaner
Crime Scene Choppers has come out with the Rapide air cleaner, complete with a scallop design to match its tail light and headlight offerings. Sure Sellers: • Satin-finished body with a brass (pictured) or chrome grill • Fits S&S Super E or G and stock CV carburetors • Kit includes stainless steel mounting plate, attachment
Crime Scene Choppers Speedster Gas Cap
The Crime Scene Choppers Speedster Gas Cap was inspired by vintage Indy racecar hardware designs. The flip-open, vented cap offers unmatched styling and functionality reminiscent of the old hot rod spirit. Sure Sellers: • Handcrafted aluminum cap, with a stain finish, contrasts the mirror finish stainless double latch • The 3.125-inch diameter cap bolts right
Crime Scene Choppers Nor-Cal Kicker
The Nor-Cal Kicker started as a one-off custom job, but the Crime Scene Choppers crew got so many requests for these sweet stars, that they put ’em into production for your customers to enjoy. Sure Sellers: • Choose either polished brass, polished aluminum or a black power-coated finish • The three dimensional star is framed
Crime Stoppers: Get a Lock On Motorcycle Security
In the U.S., a motorcycle is stolen every 7.5 minutes. In 2005, 70,613 bikes were stolen, according to figures released by the National Insurance Crime Bureau. In financial terms, motorcycle owners and insurance companies burdened a loss of $434 million in stolen motorcycles and components. Just as you take loss prevention precautions in your store,
Ep. 102: Triumph, BMW, Theft and Honda’s Hornet
On this episode of On the Throttle, Jacqui Van Ham and Josh Troche finally get to see Triumph’s motocross motorcycle! This episode also has all of the news and updates from BMW, including the end of its “Stop Sale,” a 100-year celebration and its new R 1300 GS. Rounding things out … crime. We take
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HJC Helmets: Gotham City’s Most Wanted is Here
HJC’s Joker is equipped with everything that makes this helmet the most wanted in the city. The designers at HJC made sure this graphic is just as ominous as the Joker himself.
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Apparel Pro: Balaclava
Today’s balaclavas aim to do more than just keep riders’ heads and faces warm. Depending on the type of balaclava, anything from breathability to moisture wicking to wind resistance is key.
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NICB: Motorcycle Thefts Declined in 2018
A total of 41,674 motorcycles were reported stolen in 2018 compared with 44,268 reported stolen in 2017—a decrease of 6%.
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Man Tries to Light Gas Tank on Fire Outside Pennsylvania Harley Dealership
The dealership believes the man was trying to siphon the gas from the tank but it didn’t work. It will cost the business thousands of dollars to repair.
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Houston Honda-Ducati Dealer Robbed Twice in One Week
According to a Houston, TX, television station KHOU-TV, thieves made a return visit to a motorcycle dealership in North Houston. The owner had just finished cementing the hole in his store from the first break in.
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Dealers Report Burglaries On Rise
Is there a theft ring happening under our noses? By the looks of some news reports and emails we’ve been receiving, powersports dealers have been hit by a wave of burglaries lately.
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Big Bike Parts Thin Blue Line Law Enforcement Flag
Big Bike Parts helps you show your support for Law Enforcement with its Thin Blue Line Flag. This 6’’ x 9’’ double sided flag is made from heavy-duty polyester and fits 3/8’’ flag poles.
FIN Helps Sheriff’s Deputies Recover Polaris Turbo RZR
The Find It Now USA theft recovery team received notice of a stolen 2016 Polaris RZR Turbo EPS UTV. Utilizing the FIN GPS security device installed at vehicle purchase, a FIN theft recovery expert was able to relay maps and pertinent information to responding deputies.
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