KYMCO USA Joins Forces with AMA Pro Racing
KYMCO USA has announced a multi-year partnership with AMA Pro Racing as an official sponsor. The two entities will work closely together on a host of promotional opportunities to create brand awareness among AMA racing fans.
Spring Sales Show Measured Growth
After last month’s big changes in pricing in the powersports market, values continue to go up again this month.
Using Powersports Diagnostic Tools
With the widespread use of computer controlled ignition systems, ABS and fuel injection, the modern powersports technician should be comfortable using diagnostic tools.
Wireless Stereo Headset and Intercom
The SMH5 is designed with Bluetooth v3.0 technology and allows riders to wirelessly make mobile calls, listen to stereo or mp3 player music or audio instruction of GPS navigation.
Understanding Fuel Injection
Fuel injection isn’t only for cars and high performance motorcycles anymore. It can now be found on 50cc scooters, motocross bikes, ATVs and side-by-sides. Understanding fuel injection is now a must for the powersport technician.
PR Pays Off at Berkeley Honda Yamaha
Berkeley Honda Yamaha, located near San Francisco , Calif., has parlayed a combination of off-road racing expertise and uncommon customer service into a long-term success.
Take on Touring: Rake it in with Rentals
As a powersports dealer, you sell the American dream, but why not offer it up as a limited time opportunity through a rentals program?
New Year Marks Uptick in Powersports Vehicle Values
After the last several months of negative news for most of the segments we cover in the Motorcycle and Powersports guide, things are finally taking a positive turn.
Vespa and Kate Spade New York Launch Facebook Sweepstakes
Vespa USA and Kate Spade New York have teamed up to encourage style mavens, trend setters, and the irreverently chic to embrace their independence and sense of adventure with the launch of a Facebook sweepstakes.
4×4 Differential Service
A typical 4×4 would be lucky to have the differential and final drive gear oil changed after being drowned in mud and water. For the best results, the differentials and final drive gear assemblies need to be taken apart to be cleaned and inspected.
SH-48 Top Case
SHAD’s new SH-48 Top Case is now available to all dealers. This brand-new, modern styled top case is the ultimate luggage solution for motorcycles and maxi scooters, boasting 48 liters of storage capacity, enough to fit two large full-size helmets.
MRP to Exhibit NG Disc Brakes at Dealer Expo
Martin Racing Performance (MRP) has announced it will be exhibiting its full 2012 line of NG Disc Brakes at the Dealer Expo in Indianapolis at Booth 4166.
Harley-Davidson Clutch Repair
Though a Harley-Davidson diaphragm spring-type clutch looks a little different, it works the same way.
2012 Luggage Guide
Set for Adventure
ZAP Jonway Plans Limited Edition ALIAS for Fourth Quarter 2012
ZAP Jonway, a designer and manufacturer of new energy and electric vehicles (EVs), says it is planning production of the ALIAS, ZAP’s highly anticipated sports EV, for the fourth quarter of 2012.
Motorcycle/ATV Diagnostic Scan Tool
The Carlson Company now offers the MS5650 Scan Tool for dealers and service technicians nationwide. It helps the technician to diagnose problems and make repairs faster, and many common procedures are written into the tool so the technician can follow them.