KYMCO USA Releases 2013 Lineup
Lineup includes four all-new scooters that range from a lightweight and agile 50cc commuter to a quick and comfortable 500cc tourer. Other favorites return to round out this group of products.
Intercomp Pull Bar Adapter Kit
The new pull bar adapter kit gives users the ability to load suspension links up to 36″ (91mm) in length. The load capacity of 5,000 lbs (2,500kg), with an accuracy of +/- .25 percent of applied force, will meet most demanding racing applications.
Top 10 Revive Your Ride Ideas
The excitement is building as the end of the Spring Revive Your Ride campaign draws near! The last day for consumers to enter to win is June 30.
Yamaha Unveils Nationwide Dealer-Based Demo Program
Like Sea-Doo, this summer Yamaha will be offering consumers nationwide the opportunity to demo the brand’s products. But unlike Sea-Doo’s manufacturer-funded, traveling road-show approach, Yamaha has turned directly to their dealers to facilitate the brand’s upcoming “Yamaha On The Water Demo Days.” Yamaha will provide the national marketing muscle to attract consumers, who will then be
Sociable Communication System for Multi-Party Conversations
The Cardo scala rider G9 takes wireless, bike-to-bike intercom communication to a whole new level, allowing users to toggle back and forth to converse with up to eight riders at a range of up to one mile, talk to as many as two friends simultaneously via an intercom system, and access a variety of other conversation and entertainment features via voice or touch command.
AGV PistaGP
AGV says its PistaGP is the “first helmet designed around the rider’s head.”
Videos Commemorate 100 Years Of Harley Apparel
To commemorate 100 years of Harley-Davidson apparel, the Motor Company has created a series of three videos titled “Made of a Hell of a lot More Than Just Leather” that explores the uniqueness of this history and its heritage of innovation.
Wireless Stereo Headset and Intercom
The SMH5 is designed with Bluetooth v3.0 technology and allows riders to wirelessly make mobile calls, listen to stereo or mp3 player music or audio instruction of GPS navigation.
Harley-Davidson, Marvel Launch Avengers Contest
Harley-Davidson and Marvel Entertainment have come together again for the “Assemble Your Freedom” contest where customers can assemble their dream bike and become a character in an Avengers comic.
PowersportsU Offers Holiday Swag
December 31 is the final deadline to enroll in Powersports University courses to qualify for holiday swag, including a new iPad!
Indiana Dealer First to Win Prize From Revive Your Ride! Fall Giveaway
Kurt Hayden of Hayden Honda is getting a customized, direct marketing list, using the Polk Motorcycle Garage Predictor tool, having won that useful prize for being one of the first 300 dealers to register for the Revive Your Ride! Fall Giveaway.
Powersports University Introduces Holiday Incentive Program
Powersports University has initiated a special holiday incentive program to help dealership personnel earn while they learn. PSU’s online courses were created to help employees become better and more competitive in the areas of aftermarket exhausts, wheels, controls, seats, custom accessories and more.
Pirelli’s Diablo Super Biker App Receives Mobile Technology Award
The Diablo Super Biker app for iPhone, launched in early August, has been awarded “Top 5” status in the “Utilities, Tools and Productivity” category at the MOB App Awards.
Hearst Corporation Sells Cycle World to Bonnier Corporation
Hearst Corporation has announced the sale of Cycle World to Bonnier Corporation, one of the largest consumer-publishing groups in the U.S. serving passionate, highly engaged audiences. The announcement was made jointly by Terry Snow, CEO of Bonnier Corporation, and David Carey, president of Hearst Magazines. Financial terms were not disclosed.
‘Revive Your Ride! Fall Giveaway’ to Relaunch in October
The Revive Your Ride! Fall Giveaway promotion is back to help drive floor traffic and this year it includes all-new VIP prize packages for a couple of lucky participating retailers. The Motorcycle Industry Council’s (MIC) annual promotion runs Oct. 15 through Dec. 31 this year, offering retail customers the chance to win one of three great prizes (Grand prize $10,000, First Place $2,500 and Second Place $1,000).
Technology Usage Report: What Does it Say About Powersports Dealers?
Dealers who are late adapters need to kick it into gear, or sadly we are going to be watching you close your doors in the near future.