AMA to Name Winners of Fast Brain, Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Awards at Flat Track Grand Championship
The American Motorcyclist Association will announce the winners of its Fast Brain Award and Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Award at the conclusion of the 2018 AMA Flat Track Grand Championship, which will be held in Springfield, IL, May 29 to June 1.
Shifting Gears: February
End of an era. Industry icon Arnold W. Ackerman has retired after many years of service, stepping away from his seat on the Motorcycle Industry Council Board of Directors and his chairmanship of the MIC Aftermarket/Allied Trades Committee. His decision to step aside was influenced by the need to be with his wife, who was
Ackerman Retires from MIC Board after Decades of Service
Powersports industry icon Arnold W. Ackerman has retired after many years of service, stepping away from his seat on the Motorcycle Industry Council Board of Directors, his chairmanship of the MIC Aftermarket/Allied Trades Committee, and being active in numerous, far-ranging MIC committees.
GBC Motorsports Introduces Mini Master Performance Tires
Ideal for both youth cross country and motocross-style ATV racers as well as for youth recreational trail riders, the Mini Master is based on GBC’s proven XC-Master tires.
Strider Introduces 14x Sport Balance Bike
Strider Sports has introduced the 14x Sport Balance Bike just in time for the holidays. Once the child has mastered using the 14x in balance bike mode, parents can attach the Easy-Ride Pedal Kit with one bolt.
The Three P’s Philosophy
In our Destination Dealer profile on FlatOut Motorsports this month, we talk to owner William Starkey about his “Three P’s” philosophy. Starkey says it’s based on an understanding of how retail and Internet sales combine for success.
STACYC Stability Cycle Introduces Two Electric Balance Bikes at AIMExpo
STACYC Stability Cycle was introduced to dealers and enthusiasts at AIMExpo last week for the first time. The company has taken an innovative approach to getting kids into riding, introducing an electric-powered 2-wheel balance bike.
MTA Distributing Becomes Exclusive Distributor of TCX Boots
MTA Distributing recently announced the addition of TCX Boots full line of premium boots and footwear to its growing powersports catalogs. MTA began distributing TCX boots on August 1, 2017.
Polaris Recalls RZR 170 for Fuel Leak, Fire Hazards
This recall involves all model year 2015 through 2017 youth RZR 170 ROVs. The VIN is printed on the frame on the driver’s side front wheel well. It affects about 16,800 units.
Is The Motorcycle Industry Dying?
A Look At The New Rider Market Bloomberg followed the July 4th holiday with the declaration “The Motorcycle Industry Is Dying” on July 5th. While the pronouncement created some fireworks in cyberspace, many in the real world of the motorcycle industry took it as business as usual. “We all die a little each day,” claimed
Suzuki Unveils Additional 2018 Motorcycles and ATVs
Suzuki recently unveiled the all-new 2018 RM-Z450, and mentioned that they would announce additional 2018 motorcycles and ATVs soon. Wait no more! The company has continued its strong new model push with these 2018 motorcycles and ATVs, offering performance, value and style for U.S. riders that include the following: The 2018 GSX-S1000 ABS and GSX-S1000F models
Pavement, Powder and Everything in Between
Textron Specialized Vehicles Welcomes Arctic Cat and Outlines the Future Just one day prior to Arctic Cat being bought by Textron Specialized Vehicles, Eric Mercer, the owner of Velocity Powersports in Victoria, Texas, made the tough decision to terminate the Arctic Cat line from his dealership. “If I knew that was going to happen I
Robert Lighthizer Confirmed as US Trade Representative
The American Motorcyclist Association took immediate action upon the Senate confirmation of Robert Lighthizer as U.S. Trade Representative, sending Lighthizer a letter demanding he remove European motorcycles from a tariff proposal related to U.S. beef exports.
Racing Schedule Announced for 2017 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days
Motorcycle fans and racers will have the opportunity to experience three days of action-packed motorcycle competition during the 2017 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days on July 7-9 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.
Western New York Off-Road Association Sanctions Series with the AMA
Racers in the Northeast will have a chance to compete in the Western New York Off-Road Association Championship Series, a new American Motorcyclist Association featured series, beginning April 30.
Honda Announces First 2018 Off-Road Models
Just in time for spring, Honda made its first off-road announcement of the 2018 model year, starring a mix of fun and popular trail bikes—the CRF125F, CRF110F, and CRF50F.
