Shop Talk: Superstar?
Some of you may have a “superstar” selling for you. But, are they really? Can they perform month after month? Most importantly, a quality of world class athletes, do they make the team better by being part of it?
Software and Technology: What Dealers Should Know Before Installation
For software to be able to live up to user expectations and value, the dealership needs to find a recipe for success. Dealers must be sure that the right people are trained and committed to using the software for it to work.
Ducati Closes 2019 with Bike Sales Topping 53,000
This positive end to 2019 allows Ducati to look into the future with confidence. For 2020, the product range is now even more complete and dealerships will soon be taking delivery of the long-awaited Streetfighter V4.
Motorcycle Book Author Makes Good on Promise to Hospital Kids
Famous motorcycle-riding celebrities– Peter Fonda, John Paul de Joria, Norman Reedus, Travis Tritt, Rusty Coones, Kyle Petty, to name a few — join everyday riders and accept Lewis’ invitation to submit their answers to one question: what is the meaning of life?
On the Prowl with Can-Am Factory Racer Landon Wolfe
Landon Wolfe, who spent much of his teen years honing his off-road racing skills within the Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) series, capped off the 2019 season by acquiring his first 4×4 Pro ATV class title and third total series ATV championship in all.
Mimi and Moto Wins MIC’s 2019 Gas Tank Competition
Nancy Gerloff and Mark Augustyn, creators of Mimi and Moto, cartoon monkeys that help introduce children to the joys of the motorcycle lifestyle through books and other products, won the 2019 Motorcycle Industry Council Gas Tank Competition.
MIC Gas Tank Winner Announced at AIMExpo
Five finalists from the second annual Gas Tank Competition organized by the Motorcycle Industry Council traveled to Columbus, OH, to present their business plans to industry leaders, media and influencers at AIMExpo presented by Nationwide.
Dainese Announces 2019 North American Custom Works Tour
Dainese announced the 8th annual North American tour of Custom Works, which provides fully-customized and made-to-measure motorcycle racing suits, jackets and pants for race and street enthusiasts.
Zero Motorcycles Belted by Gates to Race Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
Gates, a provider of power transmission systems, is sponsoring Zero Motorcycles and rider Cory West in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on Sunday, June 30.
Alisa Clickenger Announces Publication of Book
Alisa Clickenger, founder of Women’s Motorcycle Tours and organizer of the Suffragists Centennial Motorcycle Ride, announced the publication of her first book.
Shop Talk: If The Sky Is Falling – Stock More Helmets and Fewer Convertibles
As you look around your operation, what can you do that’s either innovative or more cost effective?
Shop Talk: 21st Century Selling
If you want a different outcome in anything, you have to make changes. If you want to increase sales, you have to change the way you sell.
Shop Talk: Do I Have To Work For It?
When you get into a dealership, provide solutions for all the issues, the one question dealers and managers continue to ask, “Do I have to work for it?”
Shop Talk: Is Your Trainer King Kong?
If your dealership needs new sales people hired, and you bring in a training company who requires the student to pay, what can you expect for results?
DX1 Announces 3 New Time Saving Features For Powersports Dealers
DX1 introduced additional tool sets to increase revenue opportunities while decreasing duplication of effort within the dealer network.
Succession Planning: Every Sale Is Different
Baby Boomers are not only aging out of riding, but some are also “maturing” right out of the industry altogether. While some dealerships have a succession plan in place, many do not.
