ADP Lightspeed Offers DMS Training to Yamaha Customer Support Group
ADP Lightspeed, a provider of dealer management solutions for powersports, marine, marina and RV industries, has announced its participation in several classroom training sessions offered by Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA to their parts and accessories field support managers.
Betamotor To Fill Factory Motorcycles With LIQUI MOLY Oil
German motor oil and additive specialist, LIQUI MOLY, has announced that Italian motorcycle manufacturer, Betamotor, will fill its motorcycles with oil from LIQUI MOLY.
Schuberth Dealers Offering Demos This Summer
Participating Schuberth Dealers will be offering Schuberth S2 demos to give shoppers a true “try before you buy” opportunity. To find a Schuberth demo near you, use the Schuberth Dealer locator and contact your local dealers to see if they are participating in the program.
CDC Task Force Pushes For Universal Helmet Laws, AMA Disagrees
The Community Preventive Services Task Force asserts that universal motorcycle helmet laws will reduce the rate of motorcyclists killed in traffic crashes. However, the American Motorcyclist Association points out that the CDC didn’t do enough in-depth research to come to its conclusion.
NPA Returns to AIMExpo
National Powersport Auctions (NPA), a leader for powersport auctions and re-marketing services, is actively preparing for the Second Annual American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo), set for October 16-19, 2014 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
National Powersport Auctions Gears Up For 2014 AIMExpo
National Powersport Auctions (NPA) is actively preparing for the Second Annual American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo), set for October 16-19, 2014 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
GSA Training for Dealership Owners, Managers and Staff
Gart Sutton & Associates, Inc. (GSA) has announced its fall schedule of one and two-day management workshops. These continuously-revised classes are part of an In-Depth Dealership Education, Accountability & Leadership education system.
Why We Ride Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Now On Sale
The Why We Ride Original Motion Picture Soundtrack by composer Steven Gutheinz is now on sale. The soundtrack is available for purchase through Amazon and iTunes and can also be heard on various streaming services including Rdio, Rhapsody, Spotify and more.
BikeBandit.com AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days To Feature AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famers, Noted Experts
The seminar program at BikeBandit.com AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, featuring Indian Motorcycle, will provide a rare opportunity for enthusiasts to hear from living legends and noted motorcycling specialists this July 11-13 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.
Shifting Gears
Printing All The News That Fits
Just Say No to DBS – Dead Battery Syndrome
How the Powersports Market Should Approach Batteries
How To Cure Empty Online Cart Syndrome
The tips to make sure you’re welcoming online buyers
Selling Between the Lines
Before reading on, stop and ask yourself, “What do I sell?” When I ask this question to a group of finance managers or other dealership staff members, I get a variety of answers. “We sell motorcycles,” I hear. Or, “I sell financing,” or, “I sell warranties and insurance.” These are all correct on the surface
The ‘Mysterious’ Little Black Box
Computer, Igniter, CDI, ICM, ECU, and ECM are all names for the black boxes that are the brains behind modern engines. Depending on the type, they control ignition, fuel injection, ABS, display meter or a combination of all. They are very important and often very expensive. Unfortunately, they often unnecessarily take the blame for mysterious
American Motorcyclist Association Partners with SPOT LLC
Members of the American Motorcyclist Association now can subscribe to the leading satellite personal tracking system for less. The SPOT family of products will provide AMA members with an exclusive service credit on SPOT products in addition to existing device promotions.
Daytona Beach Police Make Switch to Victory Police Motorcycles
The Daytona Beach Police Department, an agency that protects and serves in a city that plays host to major events such as Speed Week, the Daytona 500, Spring Break, and Bike Week, will begin patrolling on Victory Police Motorcycles starting this fall.