Why They Buy: 2010 Harley Davidson Softail Fatboy Lo
Each month MPN profiles a customer who
recently bought a new powersports unit. We explore what motivates riders to select specific units, P&A and most importantly their dealership of choice.
Ditch the Bulky Factory Bags
Garage Leathers has the perfect set-up for Harley-Davidson custom Softails, Bobbers, Hardtails or Choppers. The bags are made of hand-selected, heavyweight leathers with close attention to hardware detail.
Touratech Triumph Tiger 800 XC Accessories
The adventure touring experts at Touratech have developed a full line of accessories for the latest middleweight adventure motorcycle, the Triumph Tiger 800 XC.
Customers Embrace Special Programs Offered by Triumph Motorcycles
Triumph Motorcycles says it is seeing an increase in store traffic after it introduced a suite of special programs in March that include special financing from FreedomRoad Financial, Value Added Accessories Packages on select models, Value Assurance on select America and Speedmaster models, and a New Rider Training incentive program.
Parts Unlimited Releases 2011 Off-Road Catalog
Parts Unlimited has released its new Off-Road catalog for 2011. The company says the new catalog is better than ever and bursting with products that will boost performance on the dirt and at your dealership.
Fandango Tank Bag Harness
Motorcycle soft luggage maker Giant Loop is now offering its Fandango Tank Bag Harness alone as an additional option that enables Fandango Tank Bag owners to quickly and easily move a single bag between two motorcycles.
Wildrider Express Single Side Saddlebags
These stylin’ and versatile saddlebags add storage at a great price.
MPN 2011 Buyer’s Guide
Browse the 2011 MPN Buyer’s Guide
Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag by Giant Loop
The Buckin’ Roll Tank Bag by Giant Loop is a new solution for tower-shaped motorcycle fuel tanks, such as the large-capacity Acerbis dry-break type models. Wrap the Buckin’ Roll around a Fandango Tank Bag, and there’s enough room to pack for long days on big bikes.
NRA by Moose Utility Tracker Front Storage Trunk
The Tracker Front Storage Trunk is Constructed from durable, high impact resistant polyethylene and has a special UV stabilization coating. It provides a considerable amount of extra storage, and the easy-to-clean trunk comes complete with lockable latches to keep the contents safe, a large access door to make getting things in and out a breeze, and installs easily an any ATV with a metal rack via the included u-bolts.
AGV Sport Alliance Backpack
The Alliance Technical Backpack is engineered to secure and hold a helmet. Riders no longer have to worry about holding their helmet or putting it down in a place that could damage or leave it with unwanted scratches. AGV Sport has ensured that the Alliance Technical Backpack has neoprene straps to hold the helmet securely. Made from 430-D rip-stop nylon for added strength and durability, the Alliance Technical Backpack is available in one color: grey. It can be purchased at the manufacturer’s retail price of $69.95.
Tech Series Top Trunk
The new GIVI Monochrome Tech Series is designed to offer the functionality and style of a large top trunk without detracting from the style of a rider’s motorcycle or scooter. Sure Sellers: • Smoked lenses and dark trim blend into the bike • Two helmet capacity • Available with back rest, top rack, brake light
Mighty Hauler 1000M Trailer
If your customer doesn’t exactly pack light for a road trip, The Mighty Hauler could be the perfect solution for his “luggage” needs. Sure Sellers: • Precision-engineered and constructed of heavy-duty steel for added strength and durability • Features the exclusive Mighty Hauler Sway Lock technology, which ensures that the motorcycle does not sway during
Tour Rack Set
Designed to fit the Harley- Davidson FLH Tour-Pak from 1986 to present, Metalsport’s Tour Rack is machined out of a single piece of billet aircraft aluminum and then formed to the contour of the trunk lid. Sure Sellers: • Additional saddlebag rack is available • Direct bolt-on replacement • Available in chrome, black or raw
Smoothie Saddlebag
With its Smoothie saddlebag, Dead Center Cycles offers a stretched FL replacement bag sans the bulky, unsightly latch. What’s more, it offers a less cluttered canvas for a wicked custom paint job. Sure Sellers: • Set sold complete with lids, latches and hinges • Made using closed-mold fiberglass process, ensuring consistent thickness and smooth finish
Nylon Cruiser III Saddlebags
Tour Master’s Nylon Cruiser III saddlebags and sissybar bag have weather-resistant 840 denier and 1,000 denier nylon construction. Sure Sellers: • Mounting mechanisms fit most styles of motorcycles • Dark colored reflective piping provides nighttime visibility • Internal support panels hold shape whether bag is empty or full Retail Price: Sissybar bag starting at $79.99;