Schuberth, Superior By Design
The German head protection technology company has been making helmets for more than 70 years, and Americans can expect to see more of its products in the near future. The brand is the choice of leading law enforcement agencies around the world.
Saddlemen Showcases Products at INTERMOT 2012
In conjunction with European distributor Parts Europe, the brand will display a variety of seats and luggage for the global assembly of motorcycle industry members and enthusiasts this week in Cologne, Germany. Saddlemen will be set up next to the Parts Europe exhibit in Hall 7.
Triumph Releases Tiger Explorer XC for Touring Market
Triumph Motorcycles increases its range in the adventure touring market with the launch of the new Tiger Explorer XC. With a nod to the styling cues of the award-winning Tiger 800 XC, the new Tiger Explorer XC gains a number of enhancements to further heighten its long haul adventure touring appeal. Key to the rugged
BRP Gathers International Design Awards and Recognition
For a decade, Bombardier Recreational Products’ (BRP) design and innovation (D&I) team has consistently won design awards from globally recognized design institutions. This year the company received two red dot awards and three Good Design awards.
Racing Planet Opens U.S. Operations
Racing Planet, the European online scooter parts store, has now opened U.S. operations. The site www.RacingPlanetUSA.com is now live with schematics, manuals and over 100,000 parts available to U.S. consumers and dealers.
Free Webinar on European Motorcycle Market and INTERMOT April 12
The U.S. Commercial Service and Cologne International Trade Fairs are hosting an educational webinar about the European Motorcycle Market and INTERMOT 2012, the largest motorcycle industry event in Europe, taking place October 3-7, 2012 in Cologne, Germany.
Powell, Kelly Elected to Antique Motorcycle Foundation Board
Tracey Powell and Kenneth Kelly have been elected to the Antique Motorcycle Foundation, Inc. board of directors to fill seats vacated recently by Brenda Teel-Lash and Peter Gagan. Powell has also been elected an officer of the board in the position of secretary.
Edelweiss Introduces Affordable European Tours on a Triumph
nge of affordable tours to attend the world’s largest gathering of Triumph enthusiasts, called Triday, in the town of Neukirchen in the Austrian Alps. The tour dates run between June 17–29, 2012.
Special Edition Diavel AMG to be Unveiled at Frankfurt Motor Show
Ducati and Mercedes AMG are set to unveil the Ducati Diavel AMG Special Edition for the first time to the public at the 64th International Motor Show in Frankfurt, Germany on September 15-25. The 2012 Diavel is a tribute to the AMG luxury-sport brand and is intended for passionate enthusiasts of technology, engineering and style.
Michael Jordan Motorsports’ Ben Bostrom to Ride LCR Honda at U.S. Grand Prix
This weekend, the LCR team will “double up” its efforts at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, Calif. LCR’s Toni Elias will be joined by Michael Jordan Motorsports’ Ben Bostrom, who will compete as a wild card in the MotoGP race. Bostrom will also race, as usual, in the AMA Superbike class.
Triumph to Enter Indian Market, Names Joshi Managing Director
Iconic British motorcycle manufacturer Triumph has announced that it plans to enter the Indian market.
New Pirelli Diablo Rosso II Tops Motorcycle Tire Comparison Tests
The new Pirelli Diablo Rosso II has placed first in the annual sport tire comparison tests conducted by Germany’s Motorrad and PS magazines. Pirelli celebrates these major wins that help confirm the importance of its role as official tire supplier to WSBK, a critical element in developing technologies that can be transferred to road tires like the Diablo Rosso II.
Bel-Ray Partners With Parts Europe
Bel-Ray Company, Inc. has partnered with Parts Europe for distribution of Bel-Ray’s powersports line in key European markets.
Japanese MotoGP Round Moved Due to Earthquake and Tsunami
As a result of the recent earthquake and subsequent tsunami that hit Japan March 11, the International Motorcycling Federation (FIM) has confirmed that the Grand Prix of Japan has been postponed until October 2.
BMW S 1000 RR Voted International Bike of the Year
The BMW S 1000 RR has won the International Bike of the Year (IBOTY) award for 2010. The 26th edition of the prestigious annual competition awarded top honors to BMW Motorrad’s Superbike.
IMBBA Announces Top Six Builders for World Cup Competition
The International Master Bike Builders Association (IMBBA) is sending a global message out to challenge the bike building world to compete in Canada on April 21-22, 2012 at the Tattoo and Custom Bike show in Laval, Canada.