Jonny Walker Signs with MSR
Named after legendary off-road racer, Malcolm Smith, MSR has announced the signing of the next generation of off-road riding legends as KTM Red Bull International off-road rider Jonny Walker joins the brand for the next two years. Walker shot out of the gates to take the Superpole and Prestige class wins in his MSR gear
Keith R. Ball Receives Award from Motorcycle Riders Foundation
Keith R. Ball, the Boss of Bikernet.com, was recently recognized by the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) and given the 2014 Award of Excellence in Communication to the Aftermarket. He has been a member of the organization since the inception of Bikernet.com, 19 years ago. The MRF, incorporated in 1987, is membership-based national motorcyclists’ rights organization
Rockford Fosgate Launches 2015 Punch Series and Small Chassis Power Series Moto-Marine Amplifiers
Rockford Fosgate, a manufacturer of high-performance audio systems, has announced that it will launch nine new PUNCH Series and three new small chassis Power Series amplifiers for marine and off-road sound systems during its annual Product Showcase, held at The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas from Jan. 6-8, 2015. The new PUNCH
AMA Announces Rule Updates for MotoAmerica 2015
The AMA and MotoAmerica, the new home of the AMA Superbike Series, have announced updates to the rulebook for MotoAmerica, an AMA national championship series and an FIM North America championship. The changes include adding weight to motorcycles in the Superstock 1000 class and a change to the spare-motorcycle requirement in the Supersport class. The
Memphis Car Audio to Feature a Custom Bike at CES 2015
The annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is fast approaching and a slew of innovative new products and technologies will be on display at the event. Memphis Car Audio will be exhibiting a custom 2013 Road Glide with an audio system that will blow your hair back while standing still. This all white beast
3pConnect Partners with TRED 4×4
3pConnect has announced its new partnership with TRED Off-Road Products, effectively bringing the full line of TRED Off-Road Recovery products to both North and South America. TRED Off-Road Products is an Australian-based manufacturer of the Total Recovery Extraction Device (TRED), designed to aid any vehicle when traction is lost. Until now the TRED range was
Motorcycle Industry Council Releases Tire Guide How-To Video
When you’re on your motorcycle or scooter, everything is riding on your tires. So begins MIC’s new Tire Guide video, a four-minute instructional video that highlights the importance of selecting the right tires for your bike, and shows you how to make regular inspections of your tires, how to maintain them, and when to replace
Simple Steps to Prepare Your Powersports Battery for Winter
As winter approaches, many powersports vehicle owners will need to store their vehicle until the spring. Maintaining the battery state of charge during extended periods of storage is essential to ensure that the maximum service life is delivered. Owners should also note that many newer-model motorcycles have more key-off drains than previous models. This makes
MSR Hard Parts Protects its Brand with MAP Policy
In order to protect its dealers and prevent devaluing the brand, MSR Hard Parts has announced the implementation of a Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) policy. This MAP policy becomes effective January 1st, 2015 for distributors and dealers alike. Any retailer advertising products at lower than suggested retail prices will be subject to disciplinary action, which
ProTaper Introduces MAP Policy to Prevent Discounting and Support Dealers
ProTaper is breaking new ground with its retail channels. As an integral component of an ongoing strategy to protect the integrity of the ProTaper brand, a comprehensive Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) policy is being initiated. The new MAP policy goes live January 1, 2015. This MAP policy applies to all ProTaper distributors, retailers and resellers.
Akrapovic Welcomes Stars Marco Wittmann and Andrea Dovizioso
Akrapovič recently received a visit to its factory in Ivančna Gorica from Ducati’s MotoGP star Andrea Dovizioso and the 2014 DTM (Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters) champion Marco Wittmann of BMW Motorsport. Dovizioso and Wittmann were then surprise guests at Akrapovič’s annual workers’ assembly and they joined senior Akrapovič staff on stage at a separate venue for
BMW Motorrad USA Welcomes BMW Motorcycles of McDonough to Dealer Network
BMW Motorrad USA has further expanded its brand in Georgia with the addition of BMW Motorcycles of McDonough. The new BMW motorcycle dealership, located at 755 Industrial Blvd. in McDonough, GA (also home of Cycle Nation of McDonough), offers a complete line of BMW motorcycles, parts, accessories, apparel and service capabilities in an exclusive new