MIC Communications Symposium Speakers to Share Ideas, New Approaches to Attract Broader Market
Shaking things up, doing things differently in a fast-changing market will be front and center at the 19th annual Motorcycle Industry Council Communications Symposium on Nov. 15, in Carson, Calif.
Randolph Returns to MIC as Director of Human Resources
Annette Randolph, the new director of human resources at the Motorcycle Industry Council, is a familiar face to many at the associations.
Celebrating Motorcycling’s Vintage Style and Heritage
Mid-Ohio Sportscar Course, the 2.4-mile road course nestled in the gently rolling hills of Lexington, Ohio, about halfway between Cleveland and Columbus, has been a traditional stop for top road racers on both two and four wheels for decades. But for the past few years, it has played the perfect host for one of the
Q & A with Larry Little, Vice President and General Manager of MIC Events
At the 2016 AIMExpo kick off breakfast in Orlando, Larry Little announced the 2017 event would be held in Columbus, Ohio. Fast forward to June 2017 and preparations for the Columbus event are well underway! Big things are indeed happening for the American International Motorcycle Expo, including Indian Motorcycles and Harley-Davidson participating in the combo
U.S. Trade Representative Tells Congress He’s ‘Sympathetic’ to Dealers But Bikes for Beef Dispute Continues
U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer told a congressional committee Thursday that he is “sympathetic” to American motorcyclists, dealerships and others, but he cannot remove small-displacement European motorcycles from a proposed import tariff while negotiations continue in a dispute with the European Union over U.S. beef imports.
SEMA Board of Director Election Results
SEMA Board members are industry representatives who volunteer their time to lead and guide the association. They are elected by all SEMA-member companies and represent the key membership categories: manufacturers, distributors/retailers, manufacturer reps, and services.
Motorsports World Remembers Nicky Hayden
Hayden’s professionalism and fighting spirit were the hallmarks of a career that saw him reach the highest level in motorcycle racing. He won the MotoGP championship in 2006. The overwhelming response expressed by fellow racers and his legions of fans all over the world are testament to his character.
J&P Cycles Founder, AMA Hall of Fame Member John Parham Has Passed Away
AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame member John Parham, who founded J&P Cycles and the National Motorcycle Museum, passed away on April 20 after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis. He was 62.
Shifting Gears (Apr.): Printing All The News That Fits
Dealer inquiries wanted! Powersports industry brand builder Rod Derifield is back in the saddle… literally. Most recently president of the Motorsport Aftermarket Group (MAG) Off-Road Group, including DragonFire, Malcolm Smith Racing HardParts, ProTaper, QuadBoss and Renthal, Derifield launched ROR Brands in conjunction with the Laughlin River Run. “ROR Brands is founded on a passion for
MIC’s Duane Taylor Joins NOHVCC as Executive Director
In a letter to Motorcycle Industry Council members, MIC President and CEO Tim Buche congratulates Duane Taylor, director of federal affairs in the MIC, SVIA and ROHVA Government Relations Office, on his new role as executive director of the National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council (NOHVCC), effective June 1.
AMA Announces 2017 AMA Supermoto National Championship Series Schedule
The 2017 AMA Supermoto National Championship Series features five rounds of racing in five states, sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association. The series includes the return of many popular venues, plus one new venue at Five Flags Speedway in Pensacola, Fla.
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Awards More Than $350,000 in 2016
Yamaha Motor Corp., USA has announced that Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative awarded more than $350,000 in funds and equipment to 26 grant recipients in 2016. The final grants for 2016 comprised more than $73,000 awarded to four recipients.
AIMExpo Creates Strategic Partnerships in Columbus
As dedicated, high profile family-owned dealers, A.D. Farrow and Iron Pony will work alongside the AIMExpo team to integrate and build exposure for the annual trade show in the region surrounding Columbus.
AMA Objects to U.S. Tariff on Some European Bikes
The American Motorcyclist Association strongly objects to a federal agency’s attempt to tack a 100 percent or higher tariff on motorcycles made in Europe as part of a trade battle over hormones in U.S. beef.
Kika M2M Announces AL3RT for Powersports Customers
This innovative technology adds a smart feature to vehicles that links the ride to the rider’s smartphone via SMS and email notifications. AL3RT has many applications, including tracking in the event of theft, rental monitoring, riding data disclosure and maintenance and diagnostics notifications.
Casey Folks the Founder of Best in the Desert Has Passed Away
Best in the Desert has announced the passing of its leader on January 12, 2017. Casey Folks suffered a massive stroke on the morning of January 7th in Parker, Arizona.
