Denney’s Harley-Davidson
Superior Service In The Heartland
The Virtual Biker Bar: Online Networks to Build Your Brand
Taking cues from the ongoing, phenomenal success of social networking sites like MySpace and Facebook, motorcycle dealers are creating their own online communities, where they can glean valuable feedback from customers, promote their brand and keep an eye out for future staff amid the online message posts. “It’s a good time to become a niche
Kastar Crankshaft Wrenches
Our friends over at San Diego Harley-Davidson put these Kastar crankshaft wrenches to the test. Special thanks to Jason Orsborn and the whole SD H-D crew for the elbow grease they put into this month’s tool review.
Smart Systems
The impetus behind the development and refinement of systems in any business is to streamline operations, increase efficiencies and, thus, increase profits.
Click For Orders … Technophobe Logs In
Chad and Dean get logged into the Internet to share their views on why you need to be plugged in to the virtual world.
Destination Dealership: Cycle City of Erie
Fun for sale
Buggies Light Fire to the Off-Road Market
Unlike the scooter industry, which I often write about, there is a lack of information on buggies. There is no DOT, consumer safety board or even a consumer reports magazine testing these units in the United States. It’s caveat emptor for the dealers when they are doing research on a particular brand they wish to carry.
Lifestyle of Longevity … Powered by the People
Chad and Dean take a closer look at some of the major players in the industry that have been playing the game for many decades and are sure to have staying power for years to come.
Destination Dealership: Preowned Powerhouse
American Cycles, Chattanooga
Safety Sells: V-Twin Rubber Roundup
He’s got a full tank of gas and a fresh change of oil, but when was the last time Joe Average checked his tires? “We always tell riders to check their inflation regularly because air is to a tire what oil is to an engine,” says Continental’s Greg Reich. “Proper inflation keeps the tire at
Crime Stoppers: Get a Lock On Motorcycle Security
In the U.S., a motorcycle is stolen every 7.5 minutes. In 2005, 70,613 bikes were stolen, according to figures released by the National Insurance Crime Bureau. In financial terms, motorcycle owners and insurance companies burdened a loss of $434 million in stolen motorcycles and components. Just as you take loss prevention precautions in your store,
K&L Supply Powercycle Ignition Coil Tester
This month, Chris Tyree, the service manager over at MPN’s own Bill Little’s Unique Powersports, in Sullivan, Missouri took K&L Supply’s Powercycle Ignition Coil Tester for a spin.
12 From 20:
Mark shares his mistakes and successes after two decades in the business.
Not Quite Perfect
What can your dealership do to thrive and survive in a challenging market?
Old Or Out Of Shape?
As seldom as Bill rides hard-core off-road anymore, showing off his rusty skills tends to lead to problems.
The Magic Number
One of the hardest battles for a sales manager to wage is to achieve that crucial balance — the fight between getting all the money and giving the bike away.