16 Things To Watch For In 2016
…As We Turn the Page on a Solid Year [dropcap]B[/dropcap]efore we turn the page to 2016, it is important to take stock of what happened in 2015. There was no shortage of stories across the powersports landscape in the past year, including Harley’s struggles; Polaris’ inability to keep pace with the demand for the Indian
ShockStrap 9′ Ratchet Safety Strap
ShockStrap has introduced its new 9′ ShockStrap Ratchet Safety Strap backed by a 2-year warranty. ShockStrap is made from a formula and is not affected by most chemicals, sunlight, oil, salt water, fungus and moisture.
Polaris RZR UTV World Championship Returns to Laughlin, Nevada in 2016
The four-day event format will once again feature one full day of racing, contingency and tech in downtown Laughlin, demo and enthusiast rides, and a business-to-business UTV industry summit.
Answer Racing Signs Justin Bogle for 2016 and Beyond
Answer Racing is pleased to announce the signing of Geico Honda rider Justin Bogle for 2016 and beyond. The 2014 Monster Energy AMA 250SX East champion, Bogle will be entering into his first full season in the highly competitive 450 class in both Monster Energy Supercross and Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series.
Works Connection 2016 KTM / Husqvarna Skid Plates
Works Connection has just released new MX and Extended Coverage versions of Skid Plates for the ’16 KTM 250/350 SX-F, ’16 250/350XC-F and ’16 Husqvarna FC250/350 models. Both styles cover to protect the center cases, frame rails and have integrated case protection with impacts bumpers.
Polaris Recalls RZR XP Turbo and Snowmobiles
Polaris recently recalled its RZR XP Turbo Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles due to vehicles’ oil drain line leaking and posing a fire hazard. The company also recalled its snowmobiles due to a steering pitman arm or drag link that can crack and result in a loss of steering, posing a crash hazard.
Chicago Scooter Company Names Scooterworks USA its OEM Parts Provider
The Chicago Scooter Company has announced that Scooterworks USA will be its exclusive OEM parts provider. Scooterworks USA will offer more than 350 parts and customizing options, including rear racks, color-matched topcases, windscreens and all of the consumables such as tires, belts, oil and bulbs.
Wiseco 2016 Yamaha YXE700R Wolverine R-Spec Standard and High Compression Piston Kits
The Wiseco 2016 Yamaha YXE700R Wolverine R-Spec Standard and High Compression Piston Kits feature dedicated forging, light weight and superior strength.
Chicago Pneumatic Light Weight Ultra-Compact Butterfly Impact Wrench
Chicago Pneumatic has launched a new butterfly impact wrench as part of its new series of ultra-compact vehicle service air tools. The wrench is the lightest tool of its type on the market and 15% smaller than its predecessor, which means it offers access and maneuverability in tight spaces.
Polaris Reports Third Quarter Earnings
Polaris Industries Inc. has reported record third quarter net income of $155.2 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2015, an increase of 10 percent from the prior year’s third quarter net income of $140.8 million.
Bikers’ Scenic Byway
If you’ve ever gone to the Sturgis Rally you sat in traffic, that’s a fact. But just because traffic has become a part of the Sturgis experience, that doesn’t mean we like it. What would it be worth to have a way around rally traffic? We may soon have an opportunity to buy our way out of future Sturgis rally gridlock.
MSR Dual Sport Boot
Designed specifically for the rider who needs lighter weight, MSR’s Dual Sport boot offers greater comfort and more flexibility for on/off-road riding than a typical MX boot. The whole chassis of the boot is made of full-grain, oiled leather for a vintage look.
CBR250/300 CRF250L Valve Clearance
The single cylinder engine that Honda debuted with the CBR250R is also the basis for the CBR300R power plant as well as the CRF250L. This engine is a DOHC type with shim type valve clearance adjustment. Unlike many engines of this type it has a handy feature that allows for quick shim changes without having to remove the camshafts.
Tucker Rocky Distributing
From Ed Tucker’s humble beginnings selling oil to dealers in Dallas in the late 1960s to Bob Nickell taking over in the 1970s and the acquisitions of leading competitors in the 1980s, contraction in the 1990s right through to last year’s merger with the Motorsport Aftermarket Group (MAG), Tucker Rocky Distributing has been deep in the heart of the powersports industry from day 1.
Shoei Neotec Modular Helmet
Shoei’s modular helmet offers a higher level of comfort and versatility thanks to a redesigned shape and improved features. Be it touring, sport-touring or cruising, the Neotec suits each style of riding.
Valerie Thompson Will Try to Break 217 MPH Barrier at Texas Mile
Seven-time land speed record holder Valerie Thompson will return to the Texas Mile land speed racing event October 23-25 in Beeville, Texas with the goal of breaking her personal best speed of 217 mph powered by a new engine provided by BMW Motorrad USA, the first Stage 3 motor imported to the US.
