S&S Hires Former CFO Stephen Iggens as President
S&S Cycle has announced the hiring of Stephen K. Iggens as company president. The duties of president have been handled by Executive Chairman and CEO George B. Smith since late 2008. Iggens first official day on the job will be August 8, and he is planning to attend the rally in Sturgis, SD for a few days to meet customers and other industry leaders.
Time is Running Out to Enter the Annual Dealership Superstar Competition!
Enter by Aug. 1 for your chance to win a trip to the SEMA Show, held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Nov. 1-4, compliments of Lazer Star.
Aprilia USA Offers Tuono 1000 R Sale and Special Financing
The Aprilia Tuono 1000 R has been one of the best-selling Aprilia models for the past five years. Starting now, Aprilia USA dealers are offering never-before-seen prices on new and unused Aprilia Tuono 1000 R motorcycles.
Ducati North America Reports Second Quarter Sales Up 61 Percent
Ducati North America has announced an excellent close to the second quarter of 2011; with sales up 61% for the quarter and Year-to-Date sales up 63% over the first half of 2010.
PitPosse, Outlaw Racing Products To Open New Warehouse
In order to better serve their expanding dealer base, PitPosse/Outlaw Racing Products has announced the addition of a new warehouse located in Hickory, NC.
Kenny Roberts to Ride Yamaha YZF-R1 at Laguna Seca, Bike Auctioned for Charity at Mecum
Yamaha recently announced a special opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts around the world to bid on a one-of-a-kind YZF-R1 as ridden by “King” Kenny Roberts around the famed Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca circuit. This special GYTR-equipped R1 features a unique 50th anniversary Red/White paint scheme and many Genuine Yamaha custom performance accessories.
EVS Sports Announces 100 Days, 100 Helmets Giveaway
EVS Sports has announced a new promotion, the “100 Days, 100 Helmets Epic Helmet Giveaway!” to help introduce its 2012 Vortek helmet line.
Zero Motorcycles Expands Sales Channel, Adds Eight Major Powersports Dealers
Zero Motorcycles recently announced the expansion of its current sales model to now include traditional motorcycle dealers as a point of purchase for retail customers. The development of a traditional dealership program has been part of Zero’s strategic plan for more than a year as the company continues to ramp up its manufacturing capabilities.
Harley Adds More Twin Cam 103 Power to 2012 Models
Harley-Davidson is offering more Big Twin performance for 2012 as its Twin Cam 103 powertrain is standard equipment on Softail and Touring motorcycle models and most Dyna motorcycle models. Harley-Davidson will offer two new models for 2012.
Harley Posts Second Quarter Results, U.S. Sales Grow 7.5 Percent
Harley-Davidson, Inc. reported that it had improved in several areas in the second quarter of 2011, with strong earnings growth, increased shipments and growth in its dealers’ new motorcycle sales both in the U.S. and globally.
Congress to Hold Hearing on Bill That Supports Greater Access to Public Lands
On July 26, 2011, the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests and Public Lands, chaired by Rep. Rob Bishop (R-UT), will hold a hearing on H.R. 1581, the “Wilderness and Roadless Area Release Act of 2011.” This bill would remove restrictions to motorized access on more than 40 million acres of public land nationwide.
Avon Motorcycle Tyres Hires Dana Counts as Account Manager
Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America recently announced the addition of Dana Counts to the team as account manager. Most recently employed by Freedom Harley-Davidson, Counts brings more than six years of experience in retail motorcycle sales and service to his new position.