Best of 2015 Pit Pass
Crashing Shoei’s Top Secret Hornet X2 Pre-Launch Party (January issue, page 56) A couple days before the North American premier of Shoei’s newest helmet at the International Motorcycle Show in Washington, DC, a “top-secret” pre-launch press event was held in the wilds of Southern California… literally. The San Diego Zoo Safari Park played host to
Record Number of Exhibitors in Orlando
BUT STILL LOOKING FOR MORE DEALER TURNOUT [dropcap]B[/dropcap]y most accounts, the 2015 edition of the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) was a success for both the public, which joined in a round of applause to end the show at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) along with the 566 exhibitors that signed up for the
Garage-Girls and GEICO Motorcycle Announce Ultimate Biker Makeover Winner
Garage-Girls and GEICO Motorcycle are proud to announce this years Ultimate Biker Makeover winner, Matthew Palmer. Matthew was selected among more than 130 entries to this years contest from the story and photo he submitted.
AMP Factory Hires Michael MacGregor as New Design Director
Michael MacGregor has signed on as Design Director for AMP Factory. An acronym for “Answer/Malcolm Smith Racing/ProTaper,” AMP Factory is the new name for the performance apparel division of Tucker Rocky/Bikers Choice.
TCX Custom Gore-Tex Boots
TCX’s all-new Custom Gore-Tex boot is designed with the cruiser enthusiast, touring rider and American V-Twin crowd in mind. Utilizing sophisticated materials and constructed with the hand-made quality of TCX’s signature Comfort Fit System (CFS), the Custom Gore-Tex offer all-weather function and comfort.
Garage-Girls Ultimate Biker Makeover by GEICO Motorcycle
The deadline is fast approaching for your chance to score a huge list of parts and accessories for you and your motorcycle! Deadline to enter the Garage-Girls Ultimate Biker Makeover is July 8.
TCX PRO 2.1, X-Mud and Comp Kid Boots
TCX’s sharp focus on boots brings years of expertise together with modern technology and premium materials for off-road footwear. The PRO 2.1 highlights the off-road collection as the pinnacle of TCX off-road technology.
TCX Boots and Michelin Technical Soles
TCX Boots, a global leader in the design and manufacture of motorcycle footwear, has signed an exclusive agreement with Michelin to fit it’s premium motorcycle boots with Michelin high-performance technical soles.
SHOT Show in the Crosshairs for Powersports?
SHOT (Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade) Show fills the entire Sands Convention Center in Las Vegas with more than 1,600 exhibitors, covering more than 630,000 square feet.
ICON RAIDEN DKR Boot
The RAIDEN DKR Boot was built to tackle the footwear requirements of adventure riding. Its sleek profile, based on GP boots, is mated to an athletic EVA/rubber bottom unit. This combination provides excellent control and feedback.
Dainese 36060 Capsule Collection
Dainese has announced the launch of 36060, a new menswear capsule collection. The collection name “36060” refers to the zip code of Molvena, a small Italian village where Lino Dainese founded the company in 1972. Dainese produces functional, technical performance gear for the world’s top motorcycle racers and recreational motorcyclists, and its 36060 collection showcases
CDC Task Force Pushes For Universal Helmet Laws, AMA Disagrees
The Community Preventive Services Task Force asserts that universal motorcycle helmet laws will reduce the rate of motorcyclists killed in traffic crashes. However, the American Motorcyclist Association points out that the CDC didn’t do enough in-depth research to come to its conclusion.
REV’IT! Urban Shoe Collection
The REV’IT! urban shoe collection is a line designed specifically with the city motorcyclist in mind. REV’IT! developed six new CE-certified shoes fashioned from premium-grade leather and fitted with molded plastic parts in the toe and heel.
Novation North America Separates From D2M
Novation North America, Inc. (NNA), exclusive distributor of TCX boots in the USA, announces its intention to separate from D2M Inc. as part of a broader restructuring strategy. TCX will continue to be distributed directly to dealers, through NNA’s network of sales representatives.
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Polaris Introduces Military-Grade ATV
The Sportsman WV850 H.O. features Terrain Armor Non-Pneumatic Tires (NPT). It will be available to consumers in December 2013 in limited quantities.