Yamaha Announces ‘Real Tough’ Sweepstakes for Farmers and Ranchers
Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., has partnered with Agriculture.com and Successful Farming to give away a Viking three-person SxS or Viking VI six-person SxS at http://realtoughsweepstakes.com. The sweepstakes will run through December 29, 2014. The winner of the online sweepstakes will have their pick between a Viking or Viking VI, both of which are being assembled in
Corbin Now Allows You to Design Your Own Seat
“This has been at the top of our To-Do List for nearly a decade now,” said Greg Hurley, Director of Marketing at Corbin for over 20 years. “It has also been a highly requested feature from our customers as a means of visualizing their custom seat before ordering. Unfortunately the technology to do this properly
Wishing You a Vintage Holiday Season
Fall and winter can be slow for motorcycle retailers, but many dealers get a little boost around the holidays. “We aren’t Macy’s, but we do get an uptick,” says Tom Perkins, President of Dudley Perkins Co., San Francisco’s Harley-Davidson dealer. “We are the go-to choice for relatives who want to buy for their Harley fanatic.”
A Fundamental Question For the Service Department
What is your effective labor rate?
Yamaha Announces ‘All-American ATV Racer’ Contest Winner
Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., announced Kylie Ahart of Marietta, Ohio, the Yamaha “All-American ATV Racer” at the recent Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) awards banquet. Kylie was voted to the top position by her peers, friends and fans in an online contest hosted by Yamaha as a person and racer who embodies All-American ATV Racing
Dealer Spike Partners with Dealer Performance CRM
Dealer Spike, one of the fastest growing digital advertising companies in the web solutions industry, has partnered with Dealership Performance CRM, a customer relations management system that has developed a complete marketing solution for dealers around the globe. “We couldn’t be more excited to partner with industry veterans like the team at Dealership Performance CRM,”
Shifting Gears: Printing All The News That Fits
Between the 2nd Annual AIMExpo in Orlando and Biketoberfest in Daytona, Florida was the epicenter of the powersports industry for a week, which made it the perfect time and place to announce that V-Twin industry leader Bob Kay joined the team at Marketplace Events Motorcycle Group, producers of theAmerican International Motorcycle Expoas V-Twin Director. Long-time
Moto2 and Moto3 to Use LIQUI MOLY Oil in 2015
At the end of this year’s racing season the German motor oil specialist LIQUI MOLY will become the official oil supplier for the Moto2 and Moto3 World Championships. All of the teams will be using the new motor oil during the preparations for the 2015 season. “This is a great distinction for us, that the
SpeedMob, Inc. Named Arrow Exhaust’s Exclusive U.S. Distributor
SpeedMob, Inc. is informing its dealer partners that on Monday, October 20, 2014 Arrow Exhaust officially closed its previous U.S. operation. This decision was made in order to manage their sales in North America as they do throughout the world, by having a strategic and exclusive partnership with an “in-market” distributor. In this case they
Honda Announces 2015 Motorcycles and Side By Sides
With the announcement of additional 2015 motorcycle and side-by-side models, Honda celebrates the racing success of its factory MotoGP team. Commemorating the manufacturer’s record-breaking achievements over the past two seasons, the CBR1000RR and CBR1000RR SP sportbikes are offered with special Repsol Honda liveries. Also introduced are models for adventure touring, cruising, dual sport and enduro,
Dainese and Peugeot Scooters Form Partnership for Enhanced Safety
Dainese and Peugeot Scooters have signed an important partnership for enhanced motorcycling safety. At the EICMA show that is running in Milan from November 4-9, the two premium brands, Dainese and Peugeot Scooters, will display a Metropolis D-air at the Peugeot stand. This model features aftermarket D-air Street Dainese equipment, the state-of-the art result of
MIC Announces 2015 Board of Director Election Results
The Motorcycle Industry Council members have elected Arnold W. Ackerman and Andy Leisner to each serve two-year terms on the 2015 MIC Board of Directors. In addition, Don Emde has been reelected to the MIC board to serve a two-year term and will be returning for his 14th year of service to the board. “I
MIC Announces 2015 Board of Director Election Results
The Motorcycle Industry Council members have elected Arnold W. Ackerman and Andy Leisner to each serve two-year terms on the 2015 MIC Board of Directors. In addition, Don Emde has been reelected to the MIC board to serve a two-year term and will be returning for his 14th year of service.
Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada Revs Up For Movember
Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada has announced its continued support of Movember as a Major Partner, providing an all-new 2015 Harley-Davidson Street 750 motorcycle as the Grand Prize. The Movember Foundation is a global charity that raises funds and awareness for men’s health by promoting the growth of a moustache during the month of November. Over the
Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada Revs Up For Movember
Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada has announced its continued support of Movember as a Major Partner, providing an all-new 2015 Harley-Davidson Street 750 motorcycle as the Grand Prize. The Movember Foundation is a global charity that raises funds and awareness for men’s health by promoting the growth of a moustache during the month of November.
Bonnier Corporation Acquires The Promotion Company Inc. – Family Events
Bonnier Corporation has acquired The Promotion Company Inc. – Family Events. With this new acquisition, Bonnier will continue to expand and produce high quality events throughout the U.S., reaching core audiences and increasing new participant visibility.