Ducati Rolls Out ‘A Midsummer Bike Dream’ Special Sales Program
From now through Oct. 31, Ducati has announced “A Midsummer Bike Dream” sales promotion that includes up to 4.25 percent financing on both Multistrada 1200 and 1198 Superbike, and up to $1,500 additional in-store credit towards Ducati apparel and performance accessories for the 1198 Superbike.
Tucker Rocky to Distribute Inovex Industries’ Ride-On TPS
Tucker Rocky Distributing and Inovex Industries recently announced a partnership to distribute Ride-On Tire Protection Systems (TPS) for motorcycles and ATVs across North America through retail motorcycle dealerships.
WPS Welcomes 120 Reps to Boise
The WPS sales meeting once again took place in beautiful downtown Boise, Idaho in the Qwest Arena and adjacent Boise Centre on the Grove Aug. 8-12. The five-day sales meeting was attended by over 120 WPS reps and managers.
New Infinity 5.0 Provides OPE Dealers Easier Access, Improved Productivity
c-Systems, a provider of business management systems for Outdoor Power Equipment dealers, recently announced the release of its Infinity Business Management System version 5.0.
Motorcycle Superstore Announces Aug. 20 Grand Opening Event in Louisville
On Saturday, Aug. 20, Motorcycle Superstore is celebrating the official Grand Opening of its new retail outlet in Louisville, Ky. The party kicks off at 9 a.m. with deals on a wide selection of gear for all riding styles and a drawing for 16 tickets to the Red Bull Indianapolis MotoGP, according to event organizers.
President Signs CPSIA Amendment into Law, Ending Ban on Youth OHVs
President Obama has signed H.R. 2715 into law, putting an end to an unintentional ban on youth ATVs and off-highway motorcycles that has lasted for more than two years. The new law amends the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) to categorically exclude youth ATVs and dirtbikes from the lead content provisions.
Study: Yamaha ATVs, Side-by-Sides Have Best Drivetrain Durability
Yamaha has long touted its ATV and Side-by-Side (SxS) vehicles as being the toughest of their kind, and now a third party study conducted by ADP Lightspeed has proved that claim. More specifically, the ADP Lightspeed study shows that Yamaha has the most durable belt driven drivetrain in the industry.
Industry Veteran Michael MacGregor Joins Scorpion
Michael MacGregor has signed on as the product manager for Scorpion Sports, Inc. In his new role, the avid street and off-road rider will handle product development for both helmets and ExoWear apparel, not to mention running the racer support and PR/marketing functions for the company.
Works Connection Accepting Resumes for 2012 Sponsorship
Works Connection is currently accepting rider resumes for the 2012 season. The company says the deadline to apply for sponsorship is Dec. 31, 2011.
Walker Products Releases 2011 Mexico Catalog
Walker Products has released its 2011 Oxygen Sensor Catalog for Mexico. This new edition features the most current data targeting the Mexico Carparc with an “All Makes-All Models” coverage strategy. Every part featured has been engineered for consolidation of SKU’s while increasing coverage and maximizing ROI.
Zero Announces New Consumer Financing Options
Zero Motorcycles has introduced new consumer financing options for their entire 2011 lineup. With its newly established and expanding dealership network, the company says it will now offer financing at the retail level.
Tucker Rocky Show Garners Record Attendance
The show floor was abuzz with business at the Tucker Rocky & Biker’s Choice Dealer Show held Aug. 6-8 at the Frisco Convention Center in Frisco, Texas.