2011’s Top Powersports Cleaners and Chemicals
Add a little shine to your bottom line with this
collection of today’s top cleaners and chemicals. Use these products to bump up your average ticket and find your favorites to keep all of your inventory shining like new.
Off-highway Riding Restrictions May Be Lifted on 43 Million Acres
U.S. Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.), joined by other lawmakers, has introduced a bill to free up almost 43 million acres of public land that now may be off-limits to off-highway riding, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports.
Viper Motorcylces To Display at 2011 Desert Storm Poker Run
Viper Motorcycle Company announced that it will participate and display product at the 2011 Desert Storm Poker Run at the Nautical Inn Resort in Lake Havasu City, Ariz., April 28-30. This is an annual event bringing together some of the most significant performance boats from across the nation. Ilmor provides high performance marine engines for many of the participants and, based a joint venture with the motorcycle company, also provides the proprietary V-Twin engine for all Viper motorcycles.
Jim Williams Joins AMA as VP of Industry Relations and Corporate Member Programs
Williams will be responsible for directing the AMA’s outreach to the motorcycle industry as well as creating related membership programs for manufacturers, distributors and aftermarket companies.
Kawasaki Launches Female Ride Day Promotion
Kawasaki is launching a $250 savings opportunity for purchasers in conjunction with International Female Ride Day. The promotion will run May 6-8.
Dubya Named Exclusive Importer for Talon Hubs and Sprockets
Dubya recently announced that it is now the exclusive U.S. importer for Talon Hubs and Sprockets. The father of Dubya founder, Tom White, who started White Brothers, originally brought Talon to the United States in the early ’90s.
Cardo Systems Introduces Accessory Kit for Half-Helmets
Cardo Systems, Inc., announced the availability of its new Audio & Microphone Kit for Half-Helmets.
The PowerSport Institute Spring Open House Draws a Crowd
The PowerSport Institute (PSI), a technological training school, held an open house event on Friday, April 15, 2011, for future students interested in attending the school.
Polaris On The Move Again, Acquires Global Electric Motorcars
Polaris Industries Inc. has announced an agreement to acquire Global Electric Motorcars LLC (GEM), a wholly owned subsidiary of Chrysler Group LLC and manufacturer of electric-powered vehicles. GEM is a leader within the low-speed vehicle market, with a well-respected brand and approximately $30 million in sales during the 2010 calendar year.
Helmet House Hires Ron Wallace as National Sales Manager
Helmet House, Inc., recently announced Ron Wallace has been hired as its national sales manager. Wallace joins Helmet House from Relume Technologies, a manufacturer of LED based lighting systems. Wallace brings more than 27 years of sales, product and marketing management to Helmet House in a broad set of industries from high-end bicycle manufacturing and sales to commercial lighting.
S&S Cycle To Stand Behind Big Dog Engine Warranties
With the announcement of the closure of Big Dog Motorcycle Company, many Big Dog owners are wondering where to turn for warranty support on their bikes. Though the official BDM warranty ended with the company, S&S is stepping up to the plate and offering a special engine warranty to all owners of Big Dog motorcycles that were still covered by the factory warranty.
Arai Helmets Releases Report on Earthquake Aftermath
Arai Americas has released a statement about its parent company’s situation after last month’s devastating earthquake and tsunami.