Honda Introduces New CBR1000RR SP, Retro Classic CB1100
Honda’s legendary CBR1000RR SP has undergone a major overhaul for the 2017 model year, with a 33 lb. weight reduction and 10 horsepower increase resulting in a 14% improvement in power-to-weight ratio, according to the company. First introduced overseas in 1992 (and in the U.S. shortly thereafter), Honda’s largest CBR has often been the the
From World Champion To AIMExpo Rookie
Kenny Roberts Jr. Becomes Show Champion at His First AIMExpo [dropcap]T[/dropcap]he American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) named second-generation road-racing legend Kenny Roberts Jr. as “AIMExpo Champion” for the 2016 event. Roberts Jr. is the newest addition to AIMExpo’s growing list of legendary American racers and industry influencers that have served the role of official event
Dainese/AGV State-of-the-Art Head-to-Toe Safety System
The Dainese Group, true to its mission of advocating and delivering safety in dynamic sports, unveiled its new head-to-toe safety system for motorcycle racing to MotoGP professionals and international press during an event held recently near the site of last weekend’s MotoGP round at Italy’s Misano World Circuit.
MTA Distributing Lands Exclusive Distribution of LIQUI MOLY Oil and Additives
MTA Distributing has announced the addition of LIQUI MOLY’s high quality oils and additives from Germany. LIQUI MOLY’s line of products for motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs and snowmobiles will now be distributed nationwide.
Shifting Gears: Printing All The News That Fits
Charging ahead! AMA Hall of Famer and former VP of global marketing for Zero Motorcycles, industry veteran Scot Harden is now chief marketing officer for GasGas Motorcycles and Torrot electric products. Harden reports to Torrot CEO/Founder Ivan Contreras and is responsible for all North American sales and marketing efforts, including dealer development for GasGas enduro
KTM Set to Make Exhibitor Debut at AIMExpo, Becomes 17th OEMfor 2016 Event
The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) has announced that KTM North America, Inc., is the newest addition to an expansive OEM lineup for the 2016 event. KTM will make its AIMExpo debut this October 13-16 from the North Hall of Orlando, Florida’s Orange County Convention Center (OCCC), showcasing a brand new exhibit space in addition to
Kenny Roberts Jr. Named AIMExpo Champion for 2016 Show
AIMExpo has announced that second generation road-racing legend Kenny Roberts Jr. has been selected with the coveted distinction of being “AIMExpo Champion” for the 2016 event. As “AIMExpo Champion,” Roberts Jr. will serve as the proverbial face of the event.
GoPro Welcomes Valentino Rossi to the Team
For Rossi fans, this new partnership will grant them access previously impossible, with or without a pit pass at a Grand Prix. For the GoPro audience, the addition of Rossi to the team will yield a vibrant video series that will introduce them to one of the most successful athletes of all time and an infectious personality.
Giannelli X-PRO Exhaust for KTM Duke 690 and Honda CBR500X
Giannelli Exhaust, the well-priced sister brand of Arrow Exhaust, has announced two new fitments for its MotoGP designed X-PRO exhaust line: 2016 KTM Duke 690 and Honda CBR500X.
USA Today Front Page Editor Andria Yu Named MIC Director of Communications
Andria Yu, former front page editor of USA Today, has joined the Motorcycle Industry Council as director of communications. She is a longtime journalist who has been riding motorcycles more than 15 years.
European Powersports Battery Brand Unibat Launches US Distribution
Unibat, a powersports battery manufacturer in Europe, has launched distribution in the U.S. Based in Bari, Italy, the company will undertake U.S. sales with corporate headquarters in Woodland Hills, California, and U.S. distribution from Humble, Texas.
Triumph Takes Center Stage
Starting with the “Bonneville Reborn Tour” spanning North America in the fall of 2015 and rolling through a record sales month in April, Triumph is the top European brand in the U.S. once again.
Yamaha and Beta Tools Bring Professional-Grade Hand Tools to U.S. Powersports Industry
Yamaha Parts and Accessories, a division of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., has announced an exclusive collaboration with Peerless Hardware Manufacturing Company, the North American importer for Beta Tools of Italy to deliver a new line of professional-grade, hand tools and storage.
Honda Superbike Showdown Set to Kick Off
The three-race Honda Superbike Showdown, organized by American Honda in conjunction with MotoAmerica, is scheduled to commence this weekend at MotoAmerica’s Road America round in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, with events to follow at Birmingham, Alabama’s Barber Motorsports Park and Monterey, California’s Laguna Seca Raceway.
Counter Culture
People need what the parts department has, unlike simply wanting the other stuff in the showroom or accessory areas. The real action happens here because your motorcycle won’t run without the necessary parts.
HJC Factory Tour
As one of the world’s top producers of helmets, HJC was gracious enough to host us at its manufacturing facility just outside of Hanoi, Vietnam on the last leg of our trip around the globe. Here’s what we learned.
