Parts Unlimited Announces New Central Region Sales Rep
Parts Unlimited has announced the hiring of Austin “Wolfie” Martin as the new Sales Rep for the Louisville, KY area. A Kentucky native, Martin has worked for some great Kentucky dealers as a technician, tech and parts manager, and road rep.
Harley-Davidson Crowns First US Custom King
Alex Stewart, of Yellowstone Harley-Davidson in Belgrade, Montana earned bragging rights and a new motorcycle-customization royalty designation – the first-ever U.S. Custom King. Stewart and his dealership’s build team assembled the winning “Next Generation Board Track Racer” as part of the inaugural Harley-Davidson Custom Kings competition.
AIMExpo Names True Value President and CEO John Hartmann as Keynote Speaker
With its largest event to date approaching, the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) has announced its 2015 keynote speaker – True Value President and CEO John Hartmann. Hartmann is an avid motocross rider, but in the business world he has nearly two decades of corporate experience at the senior executive level.
Yamaha’s 2016 Viking and Viking VI Side-by-Sides
For 2016, along with a new premium Ranch Edition Viking VI, all Viking and Viking VI models receive multiple updates including a smoother, quieter cabin, additional rider conveniences and a reinforced chassis resulting in the smoothest running, strongest Vikings yet in Yamaha’s growing line of Real World Tough SxS vehicles.
Yamaha 5-Speed YXZ1000R Sport Side-By–Side Motorcycle
Yamaha Motor Corp., USA has introduced the all-new YXZ1000R, a pure sport Side-by-Side (SxS) vehicle. Boasting a high-performance 3-cylinder 998cc engine with a class-defining 5-speed sequential shift manual transmission, the two-seat YXZ1000R provides a superior driver-connected experience in the dunes, desert or on the trail.
Heat Demon Heated Steering Wheel
Heat Demon began a full-scale entry into the UTV market with the first-ever heated steering wheel in the fall of 2014. After a year in distribution, the new Heat Demon heated steering wheel, with patent pending Rotational Power Device technology fits even more models.
Kawasaki Promotes John Rathyen to Regional Sales Director East Region
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. has announced that effective August 24, 2015, John Rathyen has been promoted to Regional Sales Director – East Region. John joined KMC in 2002 and most recently served as Senior District Manager in the New York/New Jersey/Philadelphia area.
Honda Releases Pricing on CRF1000L Africa Twin and Details on Other 2016 Models
Following a series of information releases on the CRF1000L Africa Twin, American Honda has publicized pricing for the all-new model and also revealed additional details on the trailblazing adventure bike. At the same time, Honda officially announced a number of returning on-road models, several of which are offered in new colors for 2016.
Costco Auto Program and Polaris Special Offer
Costco Auto Program and Polaris Industries Inc. have teamed up to bring Costco members their biggest joint offer. Starting 9/1/15, Costco members will receive promotional benefits on a selection of Polaris brands for all model years. The promotion runs from Sept. 1 through Nov. 30, 2015.
Vision X Lighting LED Headlights
Vision X Lighting has introduced its new LED headlights for H-D Road Glide models. This Ultra Bright 5.75″ Oval XMC Headlight is a direct swap for 2004-2015 Harley-Davidson Road Glide motorcycles. Each light features 4,210 Raw Lumens…that’s 8,420 Raw Lumens to ignite the road with light.
Nightrider.com XiED EFI Fuel Management System
Nightrider.com, manufacturer of the XiED EFI Fuel Management System, has introduced an application for all 2015 Harley-Davidson Softails. Nightrider’s Patented XIED technology is designed to work with OEM closed-loop ECM’s to maintain or improve fuel mixtures.
Harley-Davidson Museum Celebrates Street Art at Milwaukee Rally Custom Bike Show Weekend
The Harley-Davidson Museum is the place to be this coming Labor Day weekend, when it hosts its annual Custom Bike Show Weekend during the Milwaukee Rally. The Weekend kicks off at Bike Night on Thursday, Sept. 3, and runs through Sunday, Sept. 6.
