All-Rite Products’ Bigfoot Rest ATV Foot Support
Easy to attach or remove, the Bigfoot Rest extra foot support system quickly adjusts to whatever height riders need. High-bond tape securely attaches the hook-and-loop mounting strips to both sides of the ATV on the fenders. Heavy-duty rubber rests can then be moved up or down for a custom fit. Easy to adjust or just
Race Tech ATV Suspension Systems
It doesn’t take long for most riders to discover that a properly setup suspension is more important than huge power from the engine, and one company that does a great job of reworking the stock ATV suspension is Race Tech. Race Tech can take most stock suspension sets and dial them in for the rider’s
TCX X-Square Riding Boot
From high-tech, track-ready wonders to appealing casual kicks like the X-Square seen here, TCX offers a full-range of boots for your varied clientele. We like the X-Square because its comfortable cut and style make it ideal for casual street riders. Sure Sellers: • Suede upper featuring Air Tech material • Malleolus protection, back counter reinforcement
Heli Modified Roadster Handlebar Riser
HeliBars Roadster Handlebar Riser for the CanAm Spyder dramatically improve comfort by relocating the stock handlebars and cover. Sure Sellers: • The riser is designed to provide the rider with better handling ergonomics and greater low speed control without changing the styling • Retain the stock handlebar and all cables while making the grips 1-inch
Trail Tech’s KTM Computer Dashboard With Scott’s Under Bar Damper Mount
Designed to bring greater rider comfort for the tall rider and for riders who like to ride standing up, the new Trail Tech KTM billet aluminum bar clamp and dashboard bring a more comfortable riding position by raising the handlebar position by a generous 1½ inches. Sure Sellers: • Available as standalone bar clamp parts
21 Actions To Take Before Playing The Price Card
Mark shares strategies to sell troublesome units without selling out.
My Best Interests
Bill makes the case for why dealers need to be their own advocates.
Every day is New Year’s Day
Like New Year’s Eve evoking resolutions, our economic discomfort has awakened many dealers to the need for a crash-diet.
It’s The Product Silly
What Your Customers Want You to Know
The Three M’s
Without a universal understanding of three standard sales steps by your sales team, any sales process, no matter how well designed, becomes completely useless.
Bionic Riding Gloves
The pros over at Bionic know a thing or two about rider comfort; these suckers are the only motorcycle gloves designed by a leading orthopedic hand specialist to create a scientific and ergonomic design that the company says provides comfort, fit, performance, durability and protection. Sure Sellers: • Anatomical Pad System evens out the gripping
Icon Bombshell Boots
Back in May, I contacted our good friend Brenda Trumbo at Icon hoping to gear up our model for the annual project bike cover of our July issue. She sent me these sexy Bombshell boots straighaway, but sadly we ultimately choose a cover photo that hid these beautiful boots behind the bike. No worries Brenda,
At Your Service: Your Service Department
Your sales department may get customers through your door, but your service department keeps them there. “In these economic times,” says Tim Buechele, parts and accessory manager of Hammond (La.) Harley Davidson, “customers are paying more attention to preventative maintenance. They are investing in what they have, which means taking care of their existing vehicle.
Alpinestars Stella Torre Waterproof Boot
Stylish and practical, your female touring crowd won’t be able to resist the Stella — what girl couldn’t use a hot new pair of riding boots? Sure Sellers: • Ultra-soft, full length, leather flexible accordion expansion “throat” from toe to upper shin gives excellent fit and comfort • 100% waterproof membrane • Top grain leather
Metropolitan Vacuum Air Force Blaster
Jamie Welnicki and the crew over at Jim Moroney’s Inc., in New Windsor, New York, cleaned up their acts for this month’s review of the Metropolitan Vacuum Air Force Blaster SideKick.
At Your Service
Your sales department may get customers through your door, but your service department keeps them there. “In these economic times,” says Tim Buechele, parts and accessory manager of Hammond (La.) Harley Davidson, “customers are paying more attention to preventative maintenance. They are investing in what they have, which means taking care of their existing vehicle.