Motorcycle & Powersports News March 2015 Digital Edition
The March 2015 edition of MPN features our 2015 Powersports Industry Profile, which takes an in-depth look at what the numbers are telling us about the state of powersports. We also take a look at the world of auctions, visit inside San Jose Harley-Davidson, and discover what leads to success at MTA Distributing.
Honda Announces 2016 ATV Models
In Honda’s first powersports announcement of the new model year, the ATV manufacturer revealed a number of exciting and full-featured ATVs for 2016. The 2016 Honda ATV lineup offers the most diversity to date, along with an array of Honda Genuine Accessories.
Team DragonFire and Lacrecia Beurrier Win the Mint 400
They say the third time is a charm… and in the case of DragonFire-sponsored Pro Unlimited UTV pilot Lacrecia Beurrier this is certainly true. She beat the odds in Las Vegas and won the Mint 400 this past weekend.
Mustang Seats’ LowDown Solos for FL Touring Bikes
Mustang’s newest Solo seat for touring bikes is the LowDown Solo, specifically engineered for 2009-2015 Harley-Davidson FL Touring models to give riders a lower seat height without compromising on comfort.
Parts Unlimited Hires New Regional Sales Manager for Central West Region
Parts Unlimited has welcomed Brian Buffo, the new Regional Sales Manager for the Central West Region. Brian has been a dirt bike enthusiast all of his life, racing Moto-X as a teenager and participating in Hare Scrambles on his KTM 300XC and Suzuki RM 250 today.
Drag Specialties Frame Mount Spring Solo Seat Mount Kit
Let Drag Specialties Seats help you bob out your customers Dyna with the Frame Mount Spring Solo Seat Mount Kit. This kit includes all the proper mount brackets to add the perfect amount of “bob” like 3” chrome springs, a faux leather frame cover and instructions.
Indian Recalls Some 2015 Scouts Because of Brake Master Cylinder Issue
Indian Motorcycle Company is recalling certain model year 2015 Scout motorcycles manufactured May 12, 2014, to February 13, 2015 due to a problem with the rear brake master cylinder.
SpeedMob and STM Precision Machining Sign Exclusive US Distribution Agreement
SpeedMob has announced the addition of STM clutches, billet accessories, tools and handlebar mounted switches to its growing list of premium products. Effective immediately, SpeedMob, Inc. will now be the exclusive distributor for STM Precision Machined products in the United States.
Drag Specialties Outer Fairing Shell
The shell is manufactured with precision tooling, using nothing but OEM-grade materials, and includes threaded brass inserts to install OEM inner fairing and components. It’s even compatible with most aftermarket accessories.
Rivera Primo HedLED H4 Halogen Bulb
Rivera Primo has announced a new lighting product for all those HD Road Glides out there. Rivera Primo developed an inexpensive LED module that replaces the stock H4 Halogen bulb, is twice as bright and draws about an eighth of the amperage.
Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle Drag Team Ready to Defend Title
With a championship #1 on the flanks of the Harley-Davidson V-Rod motorcycle, the Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines drag racing team is set to open the defense of its Pro Stock Motorcycle 2014 world championship. The team kicks off the 2015 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series March 13-15.
Kawasaki Joins Team Lucas with Sponsorship of Multiple Lucas Oil Race Series
For the first time ever, Kawasaki Motors Corp., USA, will be lending sponsorship support in 2015 to multiple Lucas Oil racing activities including the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series, Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League, Lucas Oil Drag Boat Racing Series, Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, Lucas Oil Modified Series, and the Lucas Oil American Sprint Car Series.
