Replica Motorcycles: The New Vintage
In the last few years, it has become possible to not only display classic bikes, but to sell new bikes with that classic appeal. Customers who prefer old-school styling and simple, comprehensible mechanics now have several alternatives to buying an old bike with an uncertain history.
April 2012 Service Department Performance
This month, we’ll compare April 2012 service department data from one of our metric dealer 20-groups against the National Norm numbers (overall averages for all our metric 20-groups) and the average of the Top 5 performing dealers in each category.
Zero Partners With Action Sports Footwear Company Etnies
Zero Motorcycles has announced a new partnership with action sports footwear and apparel company, etnies. Known as a technology pioneer behind today’s modern action sports footwear, etnies branded the 2012 Zero X with its logo package and the bike has been traveling with etnies on the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship circuit.
WPS Welcomes Dealers to the WPS/Pirelli/FLY Racing Dealer Ride Day
Western Power Sports invited dealers to the distributor’s Boise, Idaho track to participate in the WPS/FLY Racing Ride Day on April 23. Pirelli generously mounted a pair of MX Extra tires on the first 75 bikes that arrived.
Yamaha Grows Participation at AMA ATV Motocross Series
Yamaha is growing its support of the AMA ATV Motocross series with an expanded trackside support program and additional team rider for 2012. Pro Motorsports from Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, will lead this effort providing all Yamaha mounted racers with onsite technical assistance and Yamaha Genuine Parts & Accessories at discounted prices.
D-air Racing Suit Now Available to U.S.
Dainese presents the D-air Racing Suit, the first of its kind to be sold in the U.S. This high-tech suit operates as a protection device as well as an impressive track day tool.
Dunlop Announces Road Race Tire Distribution Changes
Dunlop has announced that Erion Racing is no longer an authorized distributor for its road race tires. The company says that until it designates a new distributor, customers seeking to purchase Dunlop road race products should contact Race Tire Service, Inc.
Schwantz School Announces 2012 Dates, Returns to Road Atlanta
For the first time ever, the 1993 500cc World Champion is welcoming riders of any make of motorcycle to the 12th year of the Schwantz School as it returns to its original home. Welcoming riders of all makes opens up the school to anyone who’s ever ridden a motorcycle and wants to learn from the best.
Pirelli Releases New Diablo Super Biker iPhone App
Pirelli has released the Diablo Super Biker iPhone App via the Apple App Store and iTunes. Drawing on the success of Pirelli’s Diablo family of performance tires as well as its renewed role as Official Tire Supplier to the Superbike World Championship, the new App tracks speed, lean angle and has GPS features so fans of the brand can measure, record and share their on-road or -track performance.
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Michael Jordan Motorsports’ Ben Bostrom to Ride LCR Honda at U.S. Grand Prix
This weekend, the LCR team will “double up” its efforts at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, Calif. LCR’s Toni Elias will be joined by Michael Jordan Motorsports’ Ben Bostrom, who will compete as a wild card in the MotoGP race. Bostrom will also race, as usual, in the AMA Superbike class.
Alltate’s New Motorcycle App for iPhone Users Improves Riding Experience
Allstate Insurance Company recently announced the launch of GoodRide by Allstate, a one-of-a-kind motorcycle application any iPhone user can download for free. The app is available immediately via the iTunes App Store.
Suzuki Unveils 2012 Motocross Lineup With New RM450, 250 and 85 Models
Suzuki recently announced the arrival of its 2012 motocross lineup with the new RM-Z450, RM-Z250, RM85L and RM85 models. These new motocross bikes reflect development through Suzuki’s long history in Outdoor Motocross, Supercross, GNCC off-road and World MX1 series.
Track Day Gear Guide: One-Piece Racing Leathers
Get your top customers ready for a track day with this selection of innovative protective gear. We’ve covered a full range of gear from budget to blow out to fit your customer’s specific riding needs and his wallet.
MIC Says Motorcycle Sales Up During the First Quarter
Motorcycle sales among major brands rose 7.2 percent in the first quarter of 2011, compared to the same period last year, according to the Motorcycle Industry Council’s (MIC) Retail Sales Report. The report tracks sales among 18 leading brands being sold in the U.S.
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