Euros From Tourers
Cash in on the Adventure Tourism Boom
Buggies Light Fire to the Off-Road Market
Unlike the scooter industry, which I often write about, there is a lack of information on buggies. There is no DOT, consumer safety board or even a consumer reports magazine testing these units in the United States. It’s caveat emptor for the dealers when they are doing research on a particular brand they wish to carry.
Lick’s Cycles Solo Bags
Ideal for commuters and casual Sunday cruisers, these Solo Bags from Lick’s Cycles give riders just enough storage for the true essentials. Sure Sellers: • Meticulously hand crafted to order from high-quality tanned black leather with hand stitched black or red piping • Indian Head pressed nickel conchos and Lick’s logo stamped inside to ensure
CMP Piston Ring Compressor
Installing cylinders onto pistons has always been a tricky job. Quit pinching your fingers and catching rings by using this handy piston ring compressor. It does the tough job of holding the rings tight in the piston so you can easily slide the cylinder in place. The compressor has a flared side to allow it
Goodson Harley Head Plate
Goodson gets the job done with this universal application Harley Head Plate that fits Shovel, Sportster, Evolution, Twin Cam, V-Rod and Panheads. You can use it on a seat and guide machine and/or head resurfacer. This high-quality helper boasts steel construction and includes two riders for $399.99. A head stand is coming soon.
Xtreme Charge X2 Maintenance Charger
The CUL-approved Xtreme Charge X2 is designed to be a maintenance charger for any type of 12-volt lead-acid battery. Like its single-station sibling the XC100, Xtreme Charge X2 automatically determines the appropriate rate of charge based on the battery’s specific size and condition. It tests the battery continually for as long as it’s connected to
Battistinis Wheels
Designed to complement the innovative styling of the Battistinis product line, these wheels are available in a chrome finish or the unique black anodizing, which is applied before final machining to offer a bold, two-tone look. A variety of sizes, widths and applications are available from 16” x 3.5”, 18” x 3.5”, 18” x 5.5”
Durrani Racing 510 Series Magnesium Wheels
The patented Durrani Racing 510 Series Magnesium Wheels are injection molded through a semi-solid forming process known as Thixomolding. Up to 40 percent lighter than aluminum, they’ve been tested to global certification standards including JWL and TUV. Durrani claims these are the first magnesium “Life of the Bike” wheels. They’re hitting the streets in the
Forge-Tec Epic 3D Wheel
Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheels and Accessories’ Epic 3D wheel is available in all popular sizes and applications and has matching rotors and pulleys. Forge-Tec 3D wheels are available in four different finishes: polished, black powder-coated, chrome and Midnight Series — available for the Harley crowd as well as for Victory and the sportbike market. The wheels
At Your Service
Your sales department may get customers through your door, but your service department keeps them there. “In these economic times,” says Tim Buechele, parts and accessory manager of Hammond (La.) Harley Davidson, “customers are paying more attention to preventative maintenance. They are investing in what they have, which means taking care of their existing vehicle.
Rocky II
Sales managers often make the mistake of measuring what has happened yesterday without measuring it against what is happening in real time. Otis Hackett continues his lesson on managing individual sales encounters with customers.
Total Store Gross Margins
Steve discusses a key indicator of survival in any dealership: total store gross profit margins.
Five Steps to Improve Everything
Whether your improvement initiative is large or small, the key is to start doing something fast.
Online Shoppers
The majority of consumers search for and research powersports products online before walking into the dealership to buy. As a result, the more progressive dealers are educating themselves on how to handle those Internet quote requests when they arrive.
Forget First Impressions
Underneath the dirt and grime a seemingly less-than-wealthy store browser can potentially be a repeat customer with a shared passion – anything with a motor.
V-Twin Vixens
Meet the Bombshell, a custom-painted H-D dressed up with four of old Hollywood’s most famous beauties created by renowned artist Monte Moore and Blacktop Choppers, both of Denver, Colorado. The highly intricate paint job on the bike features six detailed illustrations of the four different bombshells. The tank features two portraits each of Marilyn Monroe