Corbin Trunk Box
Corbin engineers took one look at the new Indian Chieftan and immediately went to work designing a new Trunk Box for it that features 47 liters of storage. Fully lockable with a lined interior and color matched exterior, the Corbin Trunk Box takes form and function to a new level.
EBR Announces Founding Dealerships
EBR, the new American sport motorcycle company, announced its founding dealerships across the United States. Recruitment of founding dealers began in October 2013, when the company debuted its latest model, the 1190RX, at the American International Motorcycle Expo.
MagnaFlow Partners with Arlen Ness to Produce American V-Twin Exhaust Systems
MagnaFlow and Arlen Ness Motorcycles announced a new partnership to manufacture and sell a complete line of co-branded exhaust products worldwide. In addition, MagnaFlow has named Chris McGee director of the motorcycle division at MagnaFlow.
When To (And Not To) Work On A Vintage Motorcycle
A lot more goes into working on vintage bikes than you may think. Read on to decide if this niche market is right for your dealership.
Motorcycle Mall
This Newark, N.J.-based dealership is a family business with a family atmosphere.
VP Racing Fuels Adds Remington Oil as Brand Partner
As a supplier to 10 company-operated retail locations and 50-plus independent locations, Remington will strengthen VP’s brand presence in northern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Polaris’ First Quarter Profit Jumps 26 Percent
Despite concerns about customer “timidity” because of U.S. payroll tax increases, as well as economic risks in North America and Europe, Polaris raised its outlook for the year. It said new products should help fuel growth in the second half of the year.
Platinum Air Bleed Feed for Baggers
The system includes two air cylinders (shocks), an air compressor, control valving, DOT-approved air-lines and fittings, and all required mounting hardware. The Bleed Feed not only allows riders to set their ride height but also the rebound pressure – all available at the flip of a switch, even while on the fly.
Dealer Expo: New Technology Review
Technological innovation was easy to find at the 2013 Dealer Expo in Indianapolis, Ind. Here is a rundown of the latest and greatest products showcased for powersports dealers: AccessorySmart Imagine, no more flipping through paper catalogs searching endlessly for SKUs, or ordering the wrong item because the SKU was handwritten incorrectly. AccessorySmart by ARI Network
American Motorcyclist Association’s 2013 Awards Acknowledge Outstanding Motorcyclists
Six recipients have been selected to receive prestigious recognition. Awards include the AMA Dud Perkins Lifetime Achievement Award, the AMA Bessie Stringfield Award, the AMA Hazel Kolb Brighter Image Award, the AMA Outstanding Road Rider Award, the AMA Outstanding Off-Road Rider Award and the Friend of the AMA Award.
Fifty Below Launches Inventory Listing Service
Powersports dealers with a 50 Below Customer First website may now post inventory to Craigslist, eBay and Facebook. This new website add-on enables dealers to easily post new and used vehicle advertisements containing detailed product information and photos on Craigslist and eBay. In addition, dealers will be able to share their inventory listings and information with fans following their Facebook page.
Roland Sands Design to Exhibit 2013 Apparel Collection at Dealer Expo
Racer turned designer Roland Sands will be focusing on the 2013 RSD Apparel Collection, which will be highlighted along with the latest helmets from Bell. New additions to the RSD range include the vintage dirt track-inspired Barfly and returning favorites like the Ronin cafe racer jacket.
ARI to Exhibit at Dealer Expo
The company will be on hand at booth No. 5841 to offer product demonstrations, prize giveaways and interactive games. ARI will also host a grand prize drawing for an autographed Travis Pastrana jersey. All registered powersports dealer attending the show are automatically eligible to win.
Motorcycle Industry Council Expands Membership to Dealers
Powersports dealers and retailers can now take advantage of proprietary market research and technical data, local, federal and state regulatory support, and other benefits of membership in the MIC to grow and protect their businesses and enhance the customer experience.
Powersports Industry Shows Sales Increase
Shopatron, a leading provider of cloud-based, e-commerce order management solutions, fueled a 39 percent same-store online sales increase in January for its clients in the powersports industry. The patent-pending Shopatron Order Exchange drives online sales for leading brands like Suzuki, Kawasaki, Ducati, Arctic Cat, and BRP. Shopatron enables client brands to sell online and then pass those completed orders to their retailers for delivery to the customer.
US Highland: Back On Track
New investors and management set to introduce new motor and bike in Q1 2013.