Indian Motorcycle Unveils New FTR750 for AMA Flat Track Competition
Indian Motorcycle has unleashed its all-new Indian Scout FTR750 flat track race bike in a place synonymous with the brand – the 76th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The event is the latest milestone in the historic return to professional flat track racing for the brand.
KTM Set to Make Exhibitor Debut at AIMExpo, Becomes 17th OEMfor 2016 Event
The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) has announced that KTM North America, Inc., is the newest addition to an expansive OEM lineup for the 2016 event. KTM will make its AIMExpo debut this October 13-16 from the North Hall of Orlando, Florida’s Orange County Convention Center (OCCC), showcasing a brand new exhibit space in addition to
Zero Motorcycles Grows Up
Company celebrates 10 years in Electric [pullquote]“My guess is large numbers of people will switch to electric cars and bikes for their daily transportation applications over the next 15 or 20 years as more come to realize the hidden advantages…the ‘plug and play’ simplicity mainly, and as the prices of the vehicles continue to drop
Adventures In Retail!
After selling the “why” the dealer also needs to demonstrate “how, where and when” to use these machines, so get creative!
Printing All The News That Fits
USA Pro Supermoto, promoter for the AMA Supermoto National Championship Series, has added Johnny Lewis to the team. A former AMA Supermoto racer, Lewis is a consultant in charge of sponsor relationships. “I think the whole concept of blending all disciplines together – motocross, flat track, and road racing – make it one of the
Suzuki’s Kerry Graeber Joins MIC Board of Directors
Kerry Graeber, vice president of MC/ATV sales and marketing at Suzuki Motor of America, Inc., will be representing Suzuki as a new member on the Motorcycle Industry Council Board of Directors.
Kenny Roberts Jr. Named AIMExpo Champion for 2016 Show
AIMExpo has announced that second generation road-racing legend Kenny Roberts Jr. has been selected with the coveted distinction of being “AIMExpo Champion” for the 2016 event. As “AIMExpo Champion,” Roberts Jr. will serve as the proverbial face of the event.
Indian Motorcycle Announces 76th Sturgis Rally Plans
Indian Motorcycle has announced its power-packed itinerary for the 76th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, which formally runs August 8 – 14 in Sturgis, South Dakota. The brand will offer demo rides on three diverse and newly released models.
GoPro Welcomes Valentino Rossi to the Team
For Rossi fans, this new partnership will grant them access previously impossible, with or without a pit pass at a Grand Prix. For the GoPro audience, the addition of Rossi to the team will yield a vibrant video series that will introduce them to one of the most successful athletes of all time and an infectious personality.
Helmet House and SHOEI Award Latest SHOEI University Online Helmet Winner
Helmet House, Inc. and SHOEI Safety Helmet, Inc. have announced the latest winner from completing the powersports industry’s leading online product training course- SHOEI University Online. Winning his choice of a new SHOEI helmet was John Baker, Parts Associate at Cycles 128 in Beverly, MA.
RedBud Welcomes Rockford Fosgate and Soaring Eagle as Co-Presenting Sponsors of MX National
RedBud MX has welcomed Rockford Fosgate and Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort as co-presenting sponsors for the upcoming Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship MX National at RedBud on July 2.
INTERMOT Introduces Custom Bike Showcase and Other New Features for 2016
The international custom building scene has been integrated into INTERMOT 2016 as a standalone “show-within-a-show” format under the name “INTERMOT customized,” that will be presented on a special stage. In addition to the many custom V-twins, a new wave of cafe racers and other modern adaptations will also be showcased. Exhibitors in the Customized show will include BMW, Harley-Davidson, Kawasaki, Triumph, Yamaha and
Apparel Pro: Vintage Gear
For nearly two years I’ve been planning a cross-country event for women riders called the Sisters’ Centennial Motorcycle Ride.
The Urbanization Mode of Motorcycle Transportation
This social generation has ignited a new movement known as “walkable urban development.”
We Got To Fight…
We received an invite from Tim Buche, Motorcycle Industry Council’s president, to join them in D.C. for the third annual MIC Capitol Hill Fly-In late last month.
Those Vintage Days are Here Again
AMA’s Vintage Motorcycle Days attracts all kinds, from the newbie enthusiast to the seasoned, hardcore, vintage bike afficianado… and there are plenty of industry folks in between.
