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KYMCO Reaches Half Century Mark, Unveils 2015 Off-road Lineup
A few years ago KYMCO USA’s Director of Marketing Rick Pawelka said that one of the biggest differences between KYMCO and other OEMs of its size was its history. And as the company celebrates its 50th anniversary the statement seems somewhat apropos. With humble beginnings, KYMCO has come a long way in the last half
AMA East Harescrambles Championship Series Ramps Up
Woods racers in the eastern United States still have several opportunities to collect championship points as the AMA East Harescrambles Championship Series kicks off the second half of its season with rounds in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Florida and Illinois.
Special Awards Up For Grabs at AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship
As the fastest amateur motocrossers in America compete for AMA National No. 1 plates this week at the Rocky Mountain ATV/MC AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship, presented by AMSOIL, in Hurricane Mills, Tenn., the best of the best will be in contention for special awards presented at the event.
AIMExpo and the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club Announce Retro Affair
The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) has announced the inaugural Retro Affair, Vintage Motorcycle Show, presented in partnership with the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club (VJMC). This judged motorcycle competition will showcase historic, restored and customized American, Japanese and European motorcycles built before 1984.
Motorcycle Racing Champs Ben and Eric Bostrom to Host Sturgis Charity Ride
The city of Sturgis is very excited to team up with Ben and Eric Bostrom, “The Boz Bros,” to bring a new element to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. 2014 will be the inaugural year of a multi-year partnership with the legendary brothers hosting a ride and a night at the Sturgis Dragway.
Kymco Adds New Models to its 2015 Off-Road Line
Kymco USA is rolling into 2015 with 32 models of off-road vehicle, including four versions of the all-new mid sized UXV 450i side-by-side vehicle and a UXV 500i. Also on the list of new vehicles is four EPS models in the popular MXU Series ATV line and two Youth Quads in the Mongoose 90S and 70S.
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GBC Motorsports to Return as Heartland Challenge Title Sponsor
GBC Motorsports will return as the title sponsor of the GBC Motorsports Heartland Challenge, an ATV and UTV endurance race held annually in Carlisle, Iowa. The 7th Annual Heartland Challenge is slated for August 15-17.
2014 FIM Jr. Motocross World Championship Team Announced
The American Motorcyclist Association has selected some of the fastest youth motocross racers in the country to compete at the 2014 Federation Internationale de Motocylisme Jr. Motocross World Championship Aug. 9-10 in Bastogne, Belgium. Three riders have been selected for each class 65cc, 85cc and 125cc.
AMA Speedway National Championship Series Kicks Off June 7
AMA Speedway contests feature some of the closest and action-packed racing on two wheels, and in 2014 will highlight a full slate of national-caliber competition by seasoned pros and tomorrow’s stars. The AMA National Championship Series kicks off June 7 at Costa Mesa Speedway in Orange County, Calif.
Marshall Distributing to be Exclusive Supplier of Coldwave Apparel Through 2019
Marshall Distributing will continue to be the exclusive supplier of Coldwave snowmobile apparel in the United States. The 2014-15 line of snowmobile apparel is now being offered to dealers and will be featured at the snow shows in late summer through the fall.
On the Auction Block
Powersport auctions are catering to dealers’ every need
Half Price Admission Saturday Night at the Motorcycle Springshow
For the first time in its 24 year history, The 2014 Motorcycle SPRINGSHOW is implementing a half price admission for everyone on Saturday March 15, 2014 after 5pm.at the International Centre.
Rare Egli Vincent “Black Panther” Will Exhibit at SPRINGSHOW 2014
The 1951 Egli Vincent named “The Black Panther” is the latest motorcycle to emerge from the workshop of Bar Hodgson, motorcycle collector, builder and founder of the Motorcycle SPRINGSHOW.
Hero MotoCorp Collaborates with EBR to Showcase New Models and Concepts
With a series of remarkable new launches, from youth-oriented 100cc motorbikes to a 620cc middleweight streetfighter and futuristic concepts, Hero MotoCorp, with the help of EBR, made a strong impact at this year’s Delhi Auto Expo.