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.
Six Simple Things That Are Worth Money In Your Pocket
Keeping in mind that F&I is a sales job, your customer is ultimately your most valuable asset. Here are six small things you can do to close more deals.
Kawasaki Unveils More Powerful, More Feature-Rich Ultras
While rumors of the brand’s departure from the market were indeed off the mark, so too were the hints of something radically new for 2014. Instead, Kawasaki chose to once again build on its proven strengths, bringing back both the existing STX-15F and Ultra LX, and tweaking the rest of the Ultra line both in terms of horsepower and amenities.
Cardo Systems: Paving The Way For The Motorcycle Bluetooth Market
While it’s safe to say that Cardo Systems Inc. is an industry leader in the motorcycle Bluetooth communications market, the company wasn’t always interested in motorcycles. Established in 2001, Cardo originally focused on the personal communications business. “In 2005, we saw a need for personal headsets for motorcyclists, and in 2006 we released some of
WPS/FLY Racing to Distribute POD ACTIVE Knee Braces
The manufacturer of medical grade knee braces has chosen to part ways with its current distribute. The partnership with WPS will officially begin Nov. 1, 2013.
‘Turning Point’ Program to Kick Off AIMExpo
Hosted by veteran motorcycle television personality Greg White, the program will celebrate the history of motorcycling while also looking ahead to a brighter future, with AIMExpo serving as a driver of that success.
Motor Trike to Host 20th Anniversary Rally at Texas Headquarters
The rally, slated for October 2014, is open to Motor Trike dealers, customers and future customers. The event will feature a Motor Trike Team meet-and-greet, food, music, “Best Motor Trike” contest with a cash prize giveaway and a grand prize raffle. Brian Klock’s “World Fastest Trike” will also be on display.
Motorcycle Industry Council Aftermarket Members Launch Third Annual Revive Your Ride! Year-End Giveaway
This fall, customers across the country can win gift certificates worth up to $2,500, courtesy of Revive Your Ride! sponsored by the aftermarket members of the Motorcycle Industry Council. The latest Year-End Giveaway starts Nov. 1 and runs through Dec. 31.
LeoVince USA Purchased By Geared Up Powersports
Geared Up Powersports is a California Limited Liability company owned by longtime LeoVince USA Executive Vice President Tim Calhoun. The company will continue to operate under the LeoVince USA name, with Calhoun stepping into the role of CEO and president.
ARI Names David Valentine Director of OEM Sales
Most recently, Valentine served as vice president of sales for gFAXX, an online business intelligence source focused on the construction and agriculture industries. Prior to joining gFAXX, he was the national sales manager for PowerSports Network and RV Web Services. He will be responsible for all of ARI’s sales activities for manufacturers in the automotive tire and wheel, powersports, outdoor power equipment, marine, RV and white goods
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Motorcycle Industry Council Adds Two Members to Dealer Advisory Council
Jerry Lenz, general manager of Beaverton Motorcycles in Tigard, Ore., and Rick Rizzon, owner of Rizzon Cycle in Middlesex, N.J,, are the newest additions to what will eventually be an eight-member advisory council to MIC’s new dealership member class. Thus far, 252 dealers in 41 states, representing 176 out of 436 congressional districts, have joined the MIC.
nizex Inc. to Host Fall 2013 Dealer Symposiums
The producer of Lizzy dealer management software will host three sessions in McDonough, Ga. Each symposium date will offer intensive training for a particular department and examine the current processes for managing that department within Lizzy.
6D Helmets to Begin International Distribution of Products
The U.S.-based company will begin distributing its products in Europe, Australia and New Zealand. According to CEO Bob Weber, the company has had “overwhelming interest from racers, dealers and distributors throughout Europe and the globe.”