Vespa Launches Facebook Contest
Vespa USA encourages two-wheel, fuel-efficient riding this spring with online photo contest for a chance to win one of 10 Vespa S 50 4V models.
Bel-Ray Partners With Parts Europe
Bel-Ray Company, Inc. has partnered with Parts Europe for distribution of Bel-Ray’s powersports line in key European markets.
CCI’s Buffalo Chip Challenge Sponsorship Gives Students Edge
Custom Chrome International (CCI) is helping sustain the motorcycle industry by promoting the education of its future technicians. CCI recently announced that it will join forces with The Legendary Buffalo Chip in Sturgis, S.D., and other leading motorcycle businesses in its sponsorship of the 2011 Buffalo Chip Challenge.
Anti Monkey Butt Powder Announces ‘Sponsor My Butt’ Contest
Anti Monkey Butt Powder is the go-to product for riders who work or play hard, since it prevents and soothes “monkey butt” (the company says it’s a fun term used for the soreness, itching, and redness that affects one’s backside as the result of friction and sweat). Now, the company is covering athletes’ backsides in a different way – sponsorship. The company has announced its “Sponsor My Butt” contest that runs until May 31.
Ohio Technical College Offers Weekend Airbrushing Seminars
Ohio Technical College is offering several two- and three-day airbrush workshops that will teach everyone from beginners and enthusiasts to experienced artists the art of airbrushing, including painting flames, skulls and various shapes, applying pinstriping and learning valuable surface techniques.
Moto For Japan To Raise Money for Disaster Relief
The recent disasters in Japan have left the nation devastated with thousands dead, as well as businesses and homes destroyed. There are many people who need help and many more who want to help.
AMA Celebrates April as ‘Get Out and Ride!’ Month
The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is celebrating April as “AMA Get Out and Ride! Month.” While some motorcyclists live where just about every day is a day in the saddle, many riders are stuck in a deep freeze all winter.
Moto Guzzi Celebrates 90th Birthday with Blog Launch
In celebration of its 90th anniversary, Moto Guzzi USA is launching www.MotoGuzziHeritage.com, a blog dedicated to honoring the brand’s 90-year heritage, engineering milestones and more importantly, its passionate owners and aficionados.
Performance Machine President Named Motorcycle Industry Leader of the Year
Mark Finnie, president of Performance Machine, was recently named the “2011 Industry Leader of the Year” during the Excellence in Motorcycling Awards ceremony held at last month’s V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati, Ohio. Finnie said it was a team effort that won the award and gave much of the credit to his employees.
ADP Lightspeed, Ducati NA Partner on Integrated Warehouse Parts Locator
ADP Lightspeed recently announced a new parts and accessories data solution for Ducati North America and its dealers. The solution will create a network of inventory sharing between Ducati dealers, Lightspeed dealers, and the Ducati warehouse.
Japanese MotoGP Round Moved Due to Earthquake and Tsunami
As a result of the recent earthquake and subsequent tsunami that hit Japan March 11, the International Motorcycling Federation (FIM) has confirmed that the Grand Prix of Japan has been postponed until October 2.
SuperTrapp To Host Second Annual Food Drives at Quaker Steak & Lube
SuperTrapp and Quaker Steak & Lube have partnered up once again to host the second annual SuperTrapp Bike Nite Food Drives this summer. Attendees are encouraged to submit an entry form for a chance to win a gift certificate redeemable for a SuperTrapp or Kerker exhaust worth up to $1,000.