Printing All the News That Fits: December
[dropcap]A[/dropcap]s the Greek philosopher Heraclitus noted, “The only constant is change!” Seems like the entire powersports industry was in a state of flux in 2016. Mergers, acquisitions and simple cases of the ‘grass is greener’ wanderlust made it tough to tell who the players were without a scorecard this season. From industry veteran Greg Blackwell
Triumph Announces a Custom Bonneville Bobber
The latest addition to the Bonneville family, Triumph has introduced the all-new premium custom Bonneville Bobber. Born in an unparalleled bloodline of Triumph bobber customs that go back to the 1940s, it encapsulates the minimalist styling principles, muscular stance and purposeful engineering attitude of a genuine bobber.
Harley-Davidson XR750 Carries Coolbeth to Victory on the Springfield Mile
Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle Wrecking Crew rider Kenny Coolbeth Jr. executed a perfect last-lap pass to score a thrilling victory in the Harley-Davidson GNC1 presented by Vance & Hines main at the historic Springfield Mile.
Crosley Brands Kawasaki Rider Bryan Smith Claims Sturgis Victory and the Series’ Points Lead
Bryan Smith arrived at the Black Hills Half-Mile in conjunction with the 76th annual Sturgis Rally in Rapid City, South Dakota prepared to reclaim the AMA Pro Flat Track points lead. Smith was able to do just that aboard his Ninja 650 powered machine by taking his first half-mile win of the 2016 season.
Zero Motorcycles Grows Up
Company celebrates 10 years in Electric [pullquote]“My guess is large numbers of people will switch to electric cars and bikes for their daily transportation applications over the next 15 or 20 years as more come to realize the hidden advantages…the ‘plug and play’ simplicity mainly, and as the prices of the vehicles continue to drop
Printing All The News That Fits
USA Pro Supermoto, promoter for the AMA Supermoto National Championship Series, has added Johnny Lewis to the team. A former AMA Supermoto racer, Lewis is a consultant in charge of sponsor relationships. “I think the whole concept of blending all disciplines together – motocross, flat track, and road racing – make it one of the
Indian Motorcycle Announces 76th Sturgis Rally Plans
Indian Motorcycle has announced its power-packed itinerary for the 76th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, which formally runs August 8 – 14 in Sturgis, South Dakota. The brand will offer demo rides on three diverse and newly released models.
Destry Abbott Fundraiser at Pole Position Raceway
Off-road superstar Destry Abbott was recently diagnosed with leukemia and the motorcycling family has responded by banding together to host a fundraiser for him on Tuesday, June 21. This event will take place at Pole Position Raceway in Corona, California, an indoor go kart track.
Malcolm Smith: Motorcycle Dealer Turned Superstar
[dropcap]F[/dropcap]ans of the seminal motorcycle movie On Any Sunday know what the legendary Malcolm Smith is up to on any Sunday, but what about the rest of the week? The iconic motorcycle dealer-turned superstar still puts the hours in at his dealership, still heads up the El Oasis orphanage in Mexico via the Malcolm Smith
Choppers Inc. Billy Lane
This isn’t the typical retail shop visit. But then, Billy Lane’s workshop is neither typical nor a retail shop. For all of its compact simplicity, it is instead much more akin to an alchemist’s laboratory, a sculptor’s studio or a madman’s proving ground; it might even be all of those. The fact is, since putting
Motorcycle Helmet Market in the U.S.
Looking for some easy money? With a little product knowledge and some basic sales techniques, you can transform an underperforming section of your dealership into the leading profit center that it should be! The margin is better, the floorspace requirements are minimal compared to unit sales and the buy in is a lot less… so
Castrol and Triumph Motorcycles Continue Support of VETMotorsports Performance Match Fund
Castrol and Triumph Motorcycles America have announced the continuation of Castrol’s VETMotorsports Performance Match Fund, which helps raise financial support and awareness for VETMotorsports, an Ohio-based 501(c)(3) status nonprofit organization that honors and empowers injured warfighters through active participation in motorsports.
Honda to Host Daytona Kick-Off Party
To help gear up for this weekend’s Daytona Supercross by Honda and the beginning of Daytona Bike Week, Honda is inviting fans to attend the Honda Daytona Kick-Off Party at the Honda tent this Friday in Daytona International Speedway’s new Midway area from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
RSD SuperHooligan Indian Scout Sixty Racers to Appear at Daytona Bike Week and More
Indian Motorcycle invites fans of motorcycle racing to see the Roland Sands Design SuperHooligan Indian Scout Sixty dirt trackers in action during the 75th Anniversary of Daytona Bike Week.
AMA Member, Motocross Racer Wins AMA Motorcycle HOF Raffle for 1986 Honda CR250R
When Ben Horgen of Rochester, Minn., learned that the 1986 Honda CR250R that he won in an AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame raffle was an original-condition runner, he was thrilled. Horgen, who races hare scrambles, motocross, flat track and ATV motocross, was randomly drawn as the winner of the Honda CR250R raffle bike during the 2015 AMA Championship Banquet held in Columbus, Ohio, on Jan. 23.
Shoei X-Fourteen Helmet
The flagship model of Shoei’s premium helmet lineup, the X-Series, now welcomes the all-new X-Fourteen as the next generation helmet. Developed using rider input, careful consideration was given to every detail of the new X-Fourteen.
