Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. has announced that effective August 24, 2015, John Rathyen has been promoted to Regional Sales Director – East Region. John joined KMC in 2002 and most recently served as Senior District Manager in the New York/New Jersey/Philadelphia area.
He has over 25 years of experience in the motorsports industry, including managing a large metro-area dealership in New Jersey. John will report to Anthony Kestler, National Sales Director.
New ownership promises Nashville’s powersports culture will continue.
Mountain Motorsports has announced the purchase of generational powersports dealership group America’s Motor Sports. With nine locations in Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia, the Mountain Motorsports team sees a seamless transition for the three landmark stores in Nashville and the vibrant middle Tennessee market.
“We are excited to continue the impressive growth trajectory the Watts family has produced," said Justin Price, president and co-founder of Mountain Motorsports. "We plan to continue the legacy of a great business developed by the Watts family over the last 41 years. Our business philosophy is fully aligned, and we expect a seamless transition over the coming months. Culture is a major focus at Mountain Motorsports. It energizes us to acquire businesses that share our same enthusiasm around culture, and we are grateful that our long-time relationship with the Watts family has made this opportunity possible.”
The distributor of bicycle and motorcycle suspension products held its first-ever open house at its headquarters in North Carolina.
The Fly-In takes place April 25-26.
Deegan made his professional debut this year at the opening round of the Eastern Region 250 Supercross Series.
Mawby previously served in directorial and managerial roles with Gerbing, TCX Boots and REV’IT in the U.S.
Chase Sexton scored a come-from-behind win in the premier division.
Available on eligible street and off-road tires through April 30, 2023.
The MotoE Championship takes on world title status and will see 18 riders on Ducati “V21L” electric prototypes.
Profitability also grew, reaching a double-digit margin of 10%.
