Manheim Specialty Launches Quarterly Video Blog
Manheim Specialty has launched a quarterly video blog as part of its social media initiative, designed to engage dealers and demonstrate the many informational and business uses of social media. The first installment features General Manager Karen Braddy discussing 2011 pricing trends for motorcycles hosted through the company’s YouTube channel.
Keith Ball of Bikernet Acquires Trike Riders Now Website
Keith R. Ball, editor and owner of Bikernet.com, has acquired TrikeRidersNow.com, an online magazine covering the three-wheeled industry.
Clymer Manuals Offers Free Counter Mats To Dealers
Clymer Repair Manuals, publishers of more than 400 repair manuals, is helping dealers get ready for the upcoming riding season with a free counter mat.
Chrome Capital’s Lease Program Gets Riders Out of Showrooms Faster
Chrome Capital has signed dealership agreements with Rommel Harley-Davidson and Harley-Davidson of Annapolis, to support their New Castle, Smyrna, and Annapolis Harley-Davidson dealerships with Chrome’s TestRide, a new leasing program designed to put more riders on more Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
Plans for New American International Motorcycle Expo Revealed
Marketplace Events (MPE), on the heels of announcing Larry Little as vice president and general manager, has revealed plans to develop the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIME).
Mecum to Auction Custom Choppers for Charities at Florida Event
Mecum has announced it will auction off two custom motorcycles during the 2012 Kissimmee Event to benefit military charities Welcome Back Veterans and the American Freedom Foundation.
MMI Returns as Official Technical Institute of Monster Energy Supercross
With the Monster Energy AMA Supercross now underway, Feld Motor Sports recently announced that Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) has returned to serve as the official technical institute of Monster Energy Supercross for the next two years.
Dominion Launches Educational Webinars for Powersports Dealers
Dominion Powersports Solutions has announced “The Pulse,” a series of complimentary webinars designed to educate dealers on the latest industry, technology and marketing trends. The first webinar, “2011 – A Year in Review and Next Steps for 2012,” will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 2 pm EST.
Steel Ponies Exhibit To Explore Art, History, Culture of Motorcycles
On March 10, 2012, Steel Ponies opens at the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art in Indianapolis, Ind., allowing guests to explore the finest examples of motorcycles – from vintage historical examples and famous Hollywood bikes to tricked-out custom jobs.
Seattle Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show Winners Announced
The fourth round winners of the Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show has been announced. Cash prizes and trophies were awarded to several local builders who took home top honors in Seattle.
Schwantz School Announces 2012 Dates, Returns to Road Atlanta
For the first time ever, the 1993 500cc World Champion is welcoming riders of any make of motorcycle to the 12th year of the Schwantz School as it returns to its original home. Welcoming riders of all makes opens up the school to anyone who’s ever ridden a motorcycle and wants to learn from the best.