Burly Bars
With 15 years of experience, Burly knows its bars, and they’re using their knowledge to bring riders of the Yamaha Road Star an entire line of Burly Bars that fit the 100mm handlebar clamp that are even drilled for the throttle housing pin. Sure Sellers: • Apehangers from 12 inches all the way up to
Georges Garage Wrist Pin Removal and Installation Tool
George’s Wrist Pin Removal and Installation Tool eliminates hassles and damage caused by the removal of pins by tapping with a hammer and drift or similar tools. Developed specifically to press the pin in and out of virtually any Harley-Davidson piston, this $53.50 tool features red anodized handles that are CNC machined from the finest
Motion Pro KTM Heim Joint Tool
Most KTM’s have a unique direct-mount system for the rear shock. Removing and replacing the heim joint is a laborious process, because often the joint is seized into the mount itself, and you risk damaging the swing arm if you are too aggressive about removing or installing the joint. To address this problem, Motion Pro
Xtreme Charge X2 Maintenance Charger
The CUL-approved Xtreme Charge X2 is designed to be a maintenance charger for any type of 12-volt lead-acid battery. Like its single-station sibling the XC100, Xtreme Charge X2 automatically determines the appropriate rate of charge based on the battery’s specific size and condition. It tests the battery continually for as long as it’s connected to
Renegade Elite Series Wheels
Renegade Elite Series wheels, pulleys and sprockets are finished in the company’s revolutionary Ebony Chrone finish, a true chrome with a smoky tint in its chemical makeup. Renegade stresses that it’s not a surface treatment or easily damaged coloring. It’s as durable as chrome and can be polished without dulling or damaging the finish.
Metropolitan Vacuum Air Force Blaster
Jamie Welnicki and the crew over at Jim Moroney’s Inc., in New Windsor, New York, cleaned up their acts for this month’s review of the Metropolitan Vacuum Air Force Blaster SideKick.
At Your Service
Your sales department may get customers through your door, but your service department keeps them there. “In these economic times,” says Tim Buechele, parts and accessory manager of Hammond (La.) Harley Davidson, “customers are paying more attention to preventative maintenance. They are investing in what they have, which means taking care of their existing vehicle.
Lifestyle of Longevity … Powered by the People
Chad and Dean take a closer look at some of the major players in the industry that have been playing the game for many decades and are sure to have staying power for years to come.
Total Store Gross Margins
Steve discusses a key indicator of survival in any dealership: total store gross profit margins.
Destination Dealership: Preowned Powerhouse
American Cycles, Chattanooga
Man vs. Machine: Can NASCAR’s Racing Philosophies Translate to Motorcycle Racing?
NASCAR lives and dies by close racing. Keeping the pack on track tight was the primary goal of the autocratic founder, Bill France Sr., and it carried on to his equally iron-fisted descendents. Team advantages are negated with rules changes. New technology is adopted slowly and carefully. The result is a race series that everyone
Wiseco Performance Products Piston Kits
Go big or go home — hell, nobody wants to go home, so hook ’em up with Wiseco’s has new bore size for the 2001-05 Yamaha YZF-R6 delivering a 2mm overbore and a 44.5mm stroke that gives riders 13.5:1 compression. Sure Sellers: • Lighter weight and superior strength • Chrome-plated piston pins and horizontal slot-pin
12 From 20:
Mark shares his mistakes and successes after two decades in the business.
Not Quite Perfect
What can your dealership do to thrive and survive in a challenging market?
Old Or Out Of Shape?
As seldom as Bill rides hard-core off-road anymore, showing off his rusty skills tends to lead to problems.
Value Education Over Legislation … My Head My Choice
Dean promotes rider education without government involvement, and Chad believes in pro-choice for helmets, but agrees with stressing rider education.