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Gibbs Revolutionizing Powersports Industry With Sports Amphibians

Gibbs announced its dealer plans for its sport amphibian Quadski, the world’s first personal sports amphibian. In 2014, Gibbs will launch the ’14 Quadski and expand its dealer network to 100 dealers across the U.S.

New Riders Turn Into New Customers: Introductory Experiences at AIMExpo

The Recreation Off-Highway Vehicle Association, ATV Safety Institute and Motorcycle Safety Foundation will hold Introductory Experiences for consumer show attendees at AIMExpo. The programs are designed to give prospective riders a safe and controlled environment to try these vehicles out.

NPA Auction Lounge to Simulcast Cincinnati and Atlanta Bids at AIMExpo

The NPA Auction Lounge will simulcast the Cincinnati and Atlanta auction at AIMExpo, allowing dealers to place their bids in real-time on more than 2,500 pre-owned powersports vehicles.

SKIDBIKE Training Tool

The SKIDBIKE motorcycle rider training tool offers professional motorcycle training schools, academies and dealers a tool for training core braking concepts and techniques. If the rider loses control and crashes, the safety wings inhibit the fall.

Erik Buell Racing Unveils 1190RX Sportbike at AIMExpo

Erik Buell Racing unveiled the 1190RX, its 185-hp street-legal V-Twin superbike, at the AIMExpo. The company has also released the plan for dealers, including pricing and financing options for the bike.

AIMExpo Rushes Onto The Scene With Turning Point

AIMExpo began with a “Turning Point,” a fast-paced perspective on the motorcycle and powersports industry, and a vision of its future. AIMExpo Champion Kenny Roberts concluded the opening ceremonies with a ride to the exhibitor floor on his yellow custom Star Bolt.

Yamaha Highlights The FZ-09 and Custom-Built Star Bolts

Yamaha highlighted the recently released FZ-09 and announced the winners of the 2013 Star Bolt Custom Build-Off contest during today’s press conference.

NPA to Debut Latest Auction Segment at AIMExpo

NPA Black Market offers dealerships, retailers and service shops the opportunity to purchase non-current name brand powersports gear, accessories and parts in bulk through NPA’s online auction platform.

Motorcycle Industry Council Adds Newest Member to Dealer Advisory Council

Rick Alcon, owner of R&S Powersports Group in Albuquerque, N.M., joins seven other members of the newly formed council.
Intended to represent the needs and interests of new dealer members, the council was implemented with the MIC’s decision to include dealers in its membership for the first time since 1974.

LeoVince USA Becomes Independent Distributor

Now known as LeoVince USA Specialized Products Distribution, the shift will allow LeoVince USA to continue building strategic distribution partnerships with other quality brands.

Made In America, Sold Around The Corner

While big box stores and online retailers continue to bite the biggest chunk out of the retail market, there’s a growing movement towards buying local, which is great news for independent retailers like you.

Focusing On F&I To Boost Sales

More emphasis is being placed on the F&I department, which is contributing to dealers’ gross profits.

ATVs and Utilities Segments Up, Off-Roads Lead Decline

For September, prices in most segments we cover in the motorcycle and powersports market are down in a rather dramatic fashion.

Provide Service Specifications To Your Techs

1. Veteran technicians have the knowledge and experience to perform the operations of day-to-day service jobs in their sleep. If you give a good tech a list of service items and a vehicle he has never seen before, he will be able to work out how to perform the procedures on his own. However, without

Getting the Band Together: The Entwistle Effect

Your dealership is like a rock band. Think about this: You need to have the right musicians to make great music (or what I like to call “classic rock”). In addition to writing and recording memorable songs that stand the test of time, there are two primary factors that determine a band’s success: ability and

How To Use LinkedIn To Grow Your Business

LinkedIn is better than any other platform for networking. It connects you to more than 50 million affluent, ambitious and influential professionals, and since the relationships within LinkedIn are built upon trusted connections, the likelihood of generating leads from your connections is high.