J. W. Childs Associates Acquires Cycle Gear
.W. Childs Associates, L.P., an established private equity firm specializing in leveraged buyouts and recapitalizations of middle-market growth companies, announced it has acquired a majority interest in Cycle Gear, Inc., a leading provider of motorcycle apparel, parts and accessories, from Harvest Partners, LP. Financial terms of the investment were not disclosed. Concurrent with this transaction,
Altamont Capital Partners Leads Majority Recapitalization of Fox Head, Inc.
Altamont Capital Partners has announced it is leading a majority recapitalization of Fox Head, Inc., a global motocross equipment, apparel and accessory brand. The current owners of the business, the founding Fox family, will continue to own a significant minority interest in the company. The transaction is expected to close in the next 7-10 days.
Altamont Capital Partners Leads Majority Recapitalization of Fox Head, Inc.
Altamont Capital Partners has announced it is leading a majority recapitalization of Fox Head, Inc., a global motocross equipment, apparel and accessory brand. The current owners of the business, the founding Fox family, will continue to own a significant minority interest in the company. The transaction is expected to close in the next 7-10 days.
American Motorcyclist Association Members Receive Exclusive Benefits From MYLAPS Sports Timing
American Motorcyclist Association members, clubs and promoters can now take advantage of exclusive money-saving benefits from leading timing-and-scoring company, MYLAPS Sports Timing. “Few technologies have contributed as much to the competition experience as automatic timing and instantaneous results reporting,” said AMA Chief Operations Officer, Jeff Massey. “For decades, MYLAPS has been a pioneer in this
Kawasaki Partners with UPS for Parts and Accessories Distribution
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. has announced that as part of its corporate initiative to strengthen its business operations, it has entered into an agreement with UPS to handle parts and accessories warehousing and distribution operations. The company’s agreement with UPS will provide Kawasaki with industry-leading supply-chain management capabilities. Improved technology, automation and inventory efficiencies will
New Brake Function by Continental Provides Motorcycles with More Stability
International automotive supplier Continental has been developing and manufacturing Anti-lock Brake Systems (ABS) for motorcycles for more than 10 years. Continental has now enhanced its Motorcycle Integral Brake (MIB) system by adding a new function: optimized curve braking – for safer braking in curves. “Thanks to optimized curve braking, braking in curves is more stable
September Service Department Performance
This article contains actual numbers obtained from our 20-group data reporting and analysis system. 20-groups consist of dealers from non-competing markets who meet three times a year to share financial and best practice information. Their goal is to grow and improve their businesses profitably. Chart 1 shows some key performance indicators for the overall store.
Shifting Gears: Printing All The News That Fits
Between the 2nd Annual AIMExpo in Orlando and Biketoberfest in Daytona, Florida was the epicenter of the powersports industry for a week, which made it the perfect time and place to announce that V-Twin industry leader Bob Kay joined the team at Marketplace Events Motorcycle Group, producers of theAmerican International Motorcycle Expoas V-Twin Director. Long-time
Dainese Acquired By Investcorp
Investcorp, a leading global provider and manager of alternative investment products, has announced it has reached an agreement with Mr. Lino Dainese, to acquire the specialist Italian retailer Dainese at an enterprise value of $162 million. Mr Dainese, will retain a minority stake in the business alongside Investcorp. Founded in 1972, Dainese provides protective gear
K&L Supply Co Seeks Sales & Marketing Manager
K&L Supply Co, manufactures and distributes specialty tools, shop equipment and hard parts to independent and franchised dealers in the United States and International marketplace. K&L is currently seeking a Sales & Marketing Manager The successful candidate for the position of Sales & Marketing Manager will be able to accomplish business development activities by implementing
K&L Supply Co Seeks Sales & Marketing Manager
K&L Supply Co manufactures and distributes specialty tools, shop equipment and hard parts to independent and franchised dealers in the United States and International marketplace. K&L is currently seeking a Sales and Marketing Manager.
August 2014 Parts, Garments & Accessories Department Performance
In this month’s total store stats (Chart 1), we find that sales are still growing slowly, but steadily. Since they started the year in negative numbers, this is good news. Keep in mind that these are percents of change, not percent increase numbers. More good news is that overall store margins are up across the
Western Power Sports Commits to 2014 AIMExpo
The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) has announced that Western Power Sports (WPS), a nationwide distributor of powersports industry brands and products, will be an exhibitor at the second-year event, scheduled for October 16-19 at Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center (OCCC). WPS will present the latest products from brands FLY Street Gear and Sedona Tire
Western Power Sports Commits to 2014 AIMExpo
The American International Motorcycle Expo has announced that Western Power Sports (WPS), a nationwide distributor of powersports industry brands and products, will be an exhibitor at the second-year event, scheduled for October 16-19 at Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center.
Lonski and Associates, LLC Expands with the Addition of Devlin Munion
Devlin Munion, formerly with Revolution Technologies has recently joined in the expansion of Lonski and Associates, LLC. Devlin Munion’s primary focus will be working on retained and contingency searches for industry clients in the marine, powersports, automotive and outdoor recreation industries.
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