Club BRP Unveils New Models, Concentrates on Increased Dealer Success
streets in Montreal this week as BRP welcomes 4,000 dealers, distributors, suppliers, members of the media and BRP employees from more than 100 countries to Club BRP — the largest event in BRP history held at sites across Montreal and at the company’s Valcourt, Quebec facilities.
430 Series Shocks for Kawasaki Vaquero
Renowned for their line of high performance motorcycle shocks and fork spring kits, the team at Progressive Suspension has given the stylish Kawasaki Vaquero the one thing it lacked: a lower stance.
Air Suspension for Softails
Custom Cycle Control Systems, Inc. has rolled out a “new and improved” Simplified Air Suspension (SAS) System for softails, now with a 30-day money back guarantee.
Make the Most of Your Pre-Owned Motorcycle Profit Center
Establishing pre-owned motorcycle sales.
Exedra MAX Bias/Radial Cruiser Tires in New Sizes
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations says new Bridgestone brand Exedra MAX cruiser motorcycle tire sizes will soon be available to riders in the United States and Canada.
Arai Vector-2
Like the original Vector model introduced four years ago, Arai’s new Vector-2 is created for the rider who doesn’t want or need a lot of bells and whistles but still wants quality, fit and performance.
YTD October 2010 Data
At GSA we track current industry benchmark data through our real-time dealer 20-group data reporting analysis and comparison system. This month, we are going to look at actual October data compiled from one of our groups. The total store stats shown in Chart 1 show that gross profit for this group is hovering close to
Seven New Triumphs Unveiled at International Motorcycle Show
Triumph Motorcycles recently unveiled seven new motorcycles to North American customers at the International Motorcycle Show in Long Beach.
Be a Better Storyteller
Refine your situational sales success stories
Zero Motorcycles Awarded Additional Grant Funds
$2 Million Program for Next Generation Powertrain Development gets $177,906 Boost
Year-to-Date July 2010/2009 Data Comparisons
Last month, we looked at the June numbers. This month, we’ll see how July 2010 YTD stacks up when compared with 2009. These charts represent data averages compiled from top-performing members in selected groups. Chart 1: I’m pleased to report that total store gross profit is continuing to improve. More importantly, Net Operating Profit is
Dealership 101
MPN has teamed up with Gart Sutton & Associates and SEMA to present the 2010 Dealer Update Workshops Nov. 1-2 in conjunction with the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. 14 training sessions covering eight topics as well as two keynote discussions and an industry panel are open to all powersports dealers. In addition, dealers can browse the Powersports & Utility Vehicle section of the SEMA show floor to catch up with the industry’s newest innovations. Browse the seminar schedule below and visit www.semashow.com/mpn to register today.
Got Safety?
Attract New Riders With Education
True Grit
How does a guy from Jersey come to build and design a race bike in his spare time?
The New Market Reality: Scooter Sales
The worldwide scooter market is recovering from the devastating effects of 2009. Many factories in China have been absorbed, closed or forced to merge due to losses. 2010 marks the start of a new market reality, and stores need to do their homework to thrive. If 2009 showed us anything, it was that the age