On Board Diagnostics
As technology spreads across the powersports world, systems for dealing with that technology evolve, advance and become more accessible.
The Strongest Pillar in Your Dealership: Service and Repair
Last week, I was working on a project for Experian Automotive. They provided me with a list of vehicles in operation based on registration data from the states. This file allowed me to look at all the individual, state-registered powersports vehicles in the U.S. and what counties they are registered in. Most of the vehicles
Bel-Ray EXS Synthetic Ester 4T Engine Oil
This product is a premium synthetic motor oil for all high performance 4-stroke engine applications. It features superior anti-wear properties for longer component life and controls sludge and varnish formation for cleaner engine operation.
Insurance and Ethanol: Best Practices from a Shop That’s Doing it Right
Over the course of the last several years, ethanol has become a real problem for motorcycles. It clogs carbs, ruins fuel lines and rusts gas tanks. Team Charlotte Motorsports in Charlotte, N.C., knows how to combat this issue.
AIMExpo Announces OEM Involvement
AIMExpo’s Larry Little, VP and general manager of the motorcycle group at Marketplace Events, announces that the Orlando show has a tier-one Japanese OEM commitment.
Corbin Side Covers for Harley-Davidson Touring Models
These new “designer” side covers fit all bagger models 2009 to present. Constructed of durable ABS, the covers come either raw or pre-painted in a single color to coordinate with your customer’s stock Harley-Davidson color scheme.
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Factory Switches to Cheaper, ‘Greener’ Energy
The Honda factory in Manesar, India, has installed two of GE’s natural gas-fired Jenbacher cogeneration units, which use cheaper energy to generate 4 megawatts (MW) of reliable on-site power. This change has also reduced industrial greenhouse gas emissions by 48 percent.
Zero Motorcycles Receives $1.8 Millon Grant From Calif. Energy Commission
Zero Motorcycles has been awarded a $1.8 million grant from the California Energy Commission to quadruple its manufacturing capacity in California. Additional matching funding brings the total project allotment to more than $3.6 million. Zero’s manufacturing expansion will further its commitment to manufacturing high performance electric motorcycles in California.
Revisiting The Three Cs of Service Writing
I have received some reader feedback from my recent article about the three Cs of service writing. The feedback asserted that I’d gotten the three Cs wrong. I defined the three Cs as consistency, customer service and clarity. I believe that a service writer’s job is to be focused on the No. 1 priority of taking care of the customer.
Duncan Oil Signs On with VP Racing Fuels’ Branding Initiative
Duncan says VP’s operating model “separates them from other suppliers,” and its customer loyalty stems “from its products that ‘deliver the goods’ for the performance fuel user.”
VP Racing Fuels Adds Industry Veteran to Consumer Product Sales Team
James Rugg, who most recently served as national sales manager for Royal Purple Lubricants, will serve as business development manager – automotive, consumer products to support the company’s growing consumer market.
RC Components Majestic Wheel
The Majestic is an elegant six-spoke design that offers a clean and classy appearance with portions of the design extending onto the outer edge of the rim. It is offered in a chrome, flatline or gloss black powdercoat.
RCX-haust 4-Inch Slip-On Mufflers
These mufflers showcase a deep and throaty sound with a straight-through louvered core to help increase horsepower. There is no tuning required if using the factory air cleaner. Choose from 12 different CNC billet end caps or a go with a slash cut design.
Motorcycle Riders Club of America Grants Seal of Approval to Leather Infusion Products
The “Tested and Recommended” seal of approval was given to the company’s leather laundry products as well as to the Leather Therapy topical leather and vinyl care treatments.
BikeMaster Parts Washer
The BikeMaster Parts Washer is another must have for the do-it-yourself home mechanic.
WIZARDS Now Available Through Tucker Rocky and Biker’s Choice
WIZARDS, celebrating their 25th Anniversary in 2011, opens 2012 with another big milestone. The company recently announced that their full line of products is now available through Tucker Rocky and Biker’s Choice.