Metzeler Moto Wins Inaugural X Games EnduroCross in L.A.
Metzeler Moto’s Taddy Blazusiak took top honors at the 2011 GEICO AMA EnduroCross series, presented by Lucas Oil at X Games 17 in Los Angeles last week.
Dual-Sport Motorcycling’s Multi-Faceted Appeal
Two wheels are the way to see the world’s backcountry, and the sales of dual-sport motorcycles have remained steady during market conditions that are anything but.
Chicago’s Eurobike Dealer: Motor Cycle Center
How a couple of nice guys made it big in a tough town.
2011’s Hottest Exhausts & Accessories
Power, performance and custom looks from top exhaust manufacturers.
Roger DeCoster to be Honored at 2011 MHOF Induction Ceremony
Roger DeCoster’s name is practically synonymous with the sport of motocross, and he is generally recognized as the best-known MX racer in the first 50 years of the sport. On Friday, Nov. 18, he will be honored as a Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legend at the annual Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at the Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa in Las Vegas, Nev.
Parts Unlimited Hires Schmidt as New Sales Rep for South Bay Area
Parts Unlimited recently announced that it has hired Donny Schmidt to its team of dedicated sales reps; the company says he will be working in the South Bay Area of California.
MSF’s Tim Buche Appointed to International Judges Panel for FIM Road Safety Award
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) announced that its president and chief executive officer Tim Buche has accepted an invitation from Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) chief executive officer Guy Maitre to serve on an international panel of judges charged with determining the winners of the FIM Road Safety Award.
Villopoto Claims First Monster Energy Supercross Title in Las Vegas
After 17 rounds of the most competitive racing in supercross history, Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Ryan Villopoto, of Poulsbo, Wash., secured his inaugural Supercross class title Saturday night in front of a capacity crowd of 39,506 fans inside Sam Boyd Stadium in Las Vegas.
Dubya Named Exclusive Importer for Talon Hubs and Sprockets
Dubya recently announced that it is now the exclusive U.S. importer for Talon Hubs and Sprockets. The father of Dubya founder, Tom White, who started White Brothers, originally brought Talon to the United States in the early ’90s.
Common Braking Service Checks
Tire changes and brake work are the bread and butter of many service departments. This month, we’ll focus on brake tech tips to ensure your technicians are providing a safe and complete brake service taking advantage of upselling opportunities.. The photos featured are examples from the Cyclepedia.com Harley-Davidson Sportster online service manual. Tip 1: Fluid
Stopping Power
The Best in Brakes, Chains and Sprockets for 2011
Pirelli Rider H
Pirelli rider Hélder Rodrigues (Yamaha) took third position on the podium at Dakar 2011 following an exciting finish during Saturday’s thirteenth and final stage of this year’s race.
MX-Style Steering Stabilizer
Ride Engineering Inc. says it’s the first company to offer a kit to mount a Honda steering stabilizer onto another dirt bike brand.
New MICHELIN Desert Race Tire Debuts in Dakar Rally Moto Class
MICHELIN is taking part in the 2011 Dakar rally (moto class event) – alongside its official partners KTM, BMW, Aprilia and Yamaha – with the MICHELIN Desert race tires developed specifically for the new 450cc bikes.
WPS Announces New Sales Force Hires
WPS continues to expand its already strong sales force. Recent new hires include:
Electric Superbike To Take On Top Gas-Powered Race Bikes
The world’s most powerful and sophisticated electric superbike will make history on January 9, 2010 at the Auto Club Speedway in California.