Indian Motorcycle Unveils New Chief Classic, Chief Vintage and Chieftain
Polaris-owned Indian Motorcycles unveiled three new 2014 models at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally on Aug. 3. Starting MSRP for the bikes range from $18,999 for the Chief Classic, $20,999 for the Chief Vintage and $22,999 for the Indian Chieftain.
Are You Still in Love with Your Job?
If the honeymoon is over, and the job you once loved has turned into a daily drudgery, it may be time to reassess your plans for the road ahead.
How Much Is Downtime Costing Your Shop?
We’ll be comparing June data from a good-performing metric 20-group with the national norm (NN) numbers and the averages for the Top 5 dealers for this group in each category. We provide some of the key total store metrics as a point of reference for the service numbers. Total store gross margins have continued to
Ask Your Customers Smarter Questions
Johnny Carson was and remains one of my favorite entertainers ever. In my mind, the man who redefined late-night television ranks right up there with Jimmy Page. Apparently, I’m not alone, as countless clips from The Tonight Show still generate thousands of views on YouTube every year. That’s why I’m both surprised and disappointed that
Don’t Be The F&I Guy
The customer’s perception of your F&I guy can be a tough obstacle to overcome. Read on for some pointers on how to transform your finance department’s image.
QuadSki Looking To Build Momentum Into 2014
The Gibbs Sports Amphibians QuadSki, a vehicle that once seemed more like a prop for a James Bond movie than a real production unit, continues to defy expectations. Part ATV and part PWC, the versatile crossover powered by a 1.3-liter BMW engine can transition from land to water in a matter of seconds and achieve
What Makes Motorcycle Gear Good And Worth Selling?
A lot of work goes into creating high-quality motorcycle apparel. Read on to discover the intricacies of armor and leather and everything in between.
Victory Motorcycles Announces 2014 Lineup
In celebration of its 15th anniversary, Victory Motorcycles has announced its 2014 lineup at the Polaris Industries dealer meeting in Washington, D.C. Headlining the new model year motorcycles are the Cross Country 8-Ball, the Cross-Roads 8-Ball, the new Cross Country Factory Custom Paint program and a stunning, limited-edition Ness Legacy Cross Country. Features of the lineup include MSRP reductions and model enhancements.
Harley-Davidson Reports Growth in Second Quarter
Second-quarter 2013 diluted earnings per share increased 13.1 percent on higher motorcycle shipments and continued gains in operating efficiencies, compared to the year-ago period.
Yamaha Crowns 2013 U.S. Technician Grand Prix Champion
Jeff Eckman of Yamaha-Honda East in Maumee, Ohio, was named champion after competing in the U.S. Technician Grand Prix at Yamaha’s National Motorsports Dealer Meeting in Las Vegas. He will represent the U.S. at Yamaha’s 2014 World Technician Grand Prix, a head-to-head competition of international Yamaha-trained technicians to be held next year at Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd. world headquarters in Iwata, Japan.
Gibbs Sports Amphibians Announces Plans to Expand Amphibious ATV Market
The company plans to build 1,000 Quadskis in 2013 and expects to have more than 100 major powersports dealers authorized to sell and service the Quadski by the end of 2014. The company will also announce the selection of its first Michigan dealer this summer.
Suzuki Hires New Dealer Setup and Training Manager
Jimmy Scarboro has worked for Suzuki since 1999. He most recently served as regional general manager – east region for the company’s automotive division.
Dominion Powersports Solutions Webinar Draws Record Amount of Participants
“Strategies to Fix What’s Wrong in Your Sales Department,” which took place Thursday, July 11, was so popular that attendance maxed out. As a result, Dominion has made the recording of the webinar available for dealers online.
Skills and Plans to Perfect Your Negotiating Style
Think you’ve got your negotiation tactics down pat? Here are some additional concepts to consider to help you close more sales.
Yamaha Wraps Up Trade-In Program Aimed to Garner More Buyers
In June, the manufacturer launched a rather unique, one-month-long trade-in allowance promotion aimed at encouraging owners of any brand of personal watercraft to trade up to a new 2012 or 2013 WaveRunner.
Capital City Scooters
Weeks before Caitlin Didier’s shop opened, her husband suffered a fatal heart attack. But that didn’t stop her from pursuing her passion.