Trading Four Wheels for Two
MPN Staff Members Take State 8’s Basic RiderCourse [dropcap]I[/dropcap]’ll be the first to admit that while I’ve been MPN’s managing editor for nearly three years now, I have never ridden a motorcycle. Aside from putting a leg over a bike at tradeshows, I have only ever admired the machines and written about the many makes
The Magic Booth
What makes a tradeshow booth standout? [dropcap]Y[/dropcap]ou have a great booth location at AIMExpo, so all you do now is show up in Orlando in October and, like magic, the rest is done. NOT QUITE. Have you ever wondered why two 10 x 20 booths next to each other can be so different? One is
All Signs Point to a Productive Show for Dealers in October
Heading into its fourth year, the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) is ramping up for what looks like will be the best event so far in the tradeshow’s short history.
Printing All The News That Fits
Industry veteran chooses Biker’s Choice. Formerly with Peterson’s Harley-Davidson of Miami (North) and most recently a field sales representative at Drag Specialties, Jeffrey Colon is now with Biker’s Choice.
V-Twin Expo – A Success Story 16 Years In The Making
For nearly two decades, the V-Twin Expo has brought together business-minded industry professionals each February to network, collaborate and exhibit the latest products for the V-Twin market.
AGV’s Motorsports Heritage Showcased at EICMA
AGV showcased its motorsport history and its technology to the world’s top motorcycle-industry specialists and journalists at the EICMA tradeshow.
INTERBIKE
Interbike is the largest bicycle industry tradeshow in North America, hosting the two-wheeled world for five full days of product demonstrations, education and industry networking in mid-September. However if you didn’t notice the lycra instead of leather in the apparel booths, a dealer could be fooled into thinking this was a motorcycle trade event.
Work ON Your Business Not IN It
As of this writing, we are preparing to head down to Orlando for what looks like the biggest AIMExpo ever in only its third year. Show officials say there are more than 550 exhibitors signed up with 17 OEMs on hand as well as hundreds of powersports aftermarket companies. We’re excited to be a part of it as the Official Publishers of the AIMExpo Show Daily and Show Directory as well as the Souvenir Program.
NextGen Dealer Solutions to Debut CyclePro at AIMExpo
CyclePro offers real-time sales management, equity lead generation and marketing campaign management that integrates with your dealer management system (DMS) and website provider making dealerships more efficient and profitable. AIMExpo Booth #263
Shifting Gears: Helmet Market Happenings
Helmet market happenings: Just in time for this issue’s heads up on helmets comes word that industry exec Frank Esposito is now heading up sales and marketing for Scorpion Sports. Most recently with Kendon, the stand-up trailer originators, Esposito has track record of integrity and results in the powersports industry. “We are extremely excited to
AIMExpo Named to ‘Fastest 50 Class of 2014’ by Trade Show Executive
In an announcement last week, the publication Trade Show Executive revealed that the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) has earned a place amongst the “Fastest 50 Class of 2014” which recognizes the most dynamic and fastest-growing trade shows in North America.
Here We Are … Where Do We Go From Here?
Do you know where you “are” presently? No, I don’t mean in your sales manager’s office or at the AIMExpo in Orlando. I am interrogating you from a business perspective, not a geographic one. Many dealers “feel” they are headed in the right direction, yet they don’t have a firm grip on retail reality, financial feasibility
Hitcase Appoints New Director of Brand Marketing Greg Hammond
Hitcase, makers of waterproof, shockproof, mountable iPhone cases and accessories, has announced the addition of Greg Hammond to its senior leadership team as Director of Brand Marketing. In his role, Hammond will lead the development and execution of Hitcase’s global marketing and brand initiatives across all communication, brand, and sales channels.
NPA to Expand Dealer Financing and Access to Pre-Owned Harleys
National Powersport Auctions (NPA) will roll out a broad array of services and programs at the 14th Annual V-Twin Expo by Easyriders on February 8-9, 2014. Set for the Duke Energy Convention Center in downtown Cincinnati, this is the only V-Twin targeted, dealer-only tradeshow.
DragonFire to Unveil New Exhaust Systems at Dealer Expo
DragonFire continues to celebrate the Lunar New Year in style, as they are set to take the wraps off two all new exhaust systems at Dealer Expo in Indianapolis.
Grenade’s New MX Gear
Grenade Inc., the action sports lifestyle company owned by Olympic snowboarder Danny Kass, has recently expanded its line to include motocross gear.