Polaris Industries Inc. Expands Manufacturing Operations
Polaris Industries Inc. has announced plans to build a new production facility in Huntsville, Alabama to provide additional capacity and flexibility as the company continues to experience rapid growth. Located Southwest of Huntsville City Center, the 600,000 square-foot facility will focus on off-road vehicle production. Polaris selected Huntsville due to its skilled workforce, history of
Motorcyclist Fatalities, Injuries Decline in 2013
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says the number of motorcyclists killed in traffic crashes declined by 6.4 percent from 2012 to 2013, and the number injured dropped 5.4 percent, the American Motorcyclist Association reports. In 2013, 4,668 motorcyclist fatalities were reported, down 318 from the 4,986 in 2012. Similarly, 88,000 “occupants” were reported to
New Brake Function by Continental Provides Motorcycles with More Stability
International automotive supplier Continental has been developing and manufacturing Anti-lock Brake Systems (ABS) for motorcycles for more than 10 years. Continental has now enhanced its Motorcycle Integral Brake (MIB) system by adding a new function: optimized curve braking – for safer braking in curves. “Thanks to optimized curve braking, braking in curves is more stable
Suzuki Gets Naked In Las Vegas!
For once, what happens in Las Vegas is not supposed to stay in Vegas, as Suzuki hosted dealers and media at the Hard Rock for Suzuki’s “2015 North American Tour.” Just 547 days after declaring bankruptcy, Suzuki is back and hitting the road with some of its greatest hits – along with introducing a couple
MotoGP is Changing More Than Just Its Tire Manufacturer
The Grand Prix Commission has now confirmed that in addition to the manufacturer change, regulation wheel size will be altered as well, increasing from the current 16.5-inches to 17-inches. The new rule modifications also include a move to spec ECU hardware and software across the board.
Michelin To Become Official Tire Supplier of MotoGP
At the beginning of May 2014 Dorna, in agreement with the FIM, opened a tender for tire manufacturers interested in becoming Official Tire Supplier to MotoGP. Following French tire manufacturer Michelin’s official tender, Dorna has announced that Michelin is to become the Official Tire Supplier to MotoGP as of the 2016 World Championship season.
VP Racing Fuels Extends GNCC & ATVMX Partnership
VP Racing Fuels has announced an extension of its Official Fuel sponsorship with the AMSOIL AMA Grand National Cross Country Series presented by Maxxis (GNCC) and Mtn. Dew ATV Motocross National Championship Series (ATVMX) through 2016.
Primo Brute IV Extreme Open Belt Drive
Made narrow to fit as a bolt-on for touring models with floorboards, the Primo Brute IV Extreme 2007/08 Touring open drive comes complete with a 3/8″ thick billet aluminum outer guard and the world famous Rivera Pro Clutch.
President Signs Agricultural Act to Stop Purchase and Installation of Ethanol Blender Pumps
The Agricultural Act of 2014 contains a provision that helps deter distribution of E15 fuels into the U.S. marketplace. The American Motorcyclist Association considers this farm-bill provision a major victory for the owners and riders of the estimated 22 million motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles that could be damaged by the use of E15 fuel.
Perewitz Ignition Switch Relocator
Manufactured by master builder Dave Perewitz, the Ignition Switch Relocator allows your customer to position his or her stock ignition switch at the factor horn bracket of a bike, permitting retention of the stock wiring.
U.S. Senate Votes to Preserve Recreational Trails Program
The U.S. Senate has approved a bill that extends the Recreational Trails Program (RTP), and the federal motorcyclist safety grant program, for nearly two more years, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports.
House Bill Includes Trails Funding, Bans Bike Checkpoints
Renewed funding for motorized trails and a ban on funding for motorcycle-only checkpoints are included in a major federal transportation bill being considered by a key U.S. House committee, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has reported.
Suzuki Kicks Off Clearance Event, Offers $1000-Off Select Motorcycles and Scooters
Suzuki has announced a new sales promotion offering an $1000-off coupon on select motorcycles and scooters in combination with 1.99% financing through March 31, 2011.