Erik Buell Racing Enters Bankruptcy
Erik Buell Racing has ceased its operations and plans to file for protection from creditors under Chapter 128 of Wisconsin’s bankruptcy code, according to news being broke by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
AMA Pro Racing Adds Former Champ Carr to Flat Track Broadcast Team
Following on the news that industry veteran Michael Lock had been brought on board, AMA Pro Racing has announced they are adding former champ Chris Carr to the broadcast team.
Neck Braces Now Required For Motocross/Minicross Racing In Italy
The UISP Lega Motociclismo Lombardia, an Italian motocross and minicross racing federation, now requires all riders to wear a neck brace during its racing competitions. The UISP is the first motocross racing federation to establish neck braces as part of its riders required racing gear. The new rule requiring the neck brace was announced in
Houser Racing Enters the Sport UTV Market
Houser Racing has been in the all-terrain vehicle industry for 17 years developing race components for Sport ATVs. Houser recently announced that it has released an aftermarket product line for the Polaris Razor XP1000. Products developed include: Tree Bars, Complete Roll Cage with Integrated Bed Braces and Rear Bumper, Front Bumper, Maximum Ground Clearance A-Arms,
Streamline Industries Acquires Trinity Racing Brand
Streamline Industries Inc. has annouced that it has aquired the Trinity Racing Brand and will now set the brands focus on manufacturing and distributing Trinity Racing Exhaust Systems, Intake Systems, Billet Big Bore Kits, and Turbo Systems for the UTV & ATV market worldwide.
KRAVE Group and Wayne Rainey to Manage New Road Racing Series
In coordination with the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA), KRAVE Group LLC announced that it has entered into an agreement to take over promotional and management rights for AMA Road Racing properties in North America as part of the newly formed MotoAmerica series.
Helix Racing Products ALL FUEL Line
Helix ALL FUEL is a specially formulated fuel line for the powersports industry. Helix ALL FUEL is chemically engineered to withstand all types of fuel: E-10, E-15, E-85, race fuels and diesel. This fuel line remains flexible and will not crack or harden when in use.
VP Racing Fuels Taps Chris Wall to Lead Corporate Marketing
VP Racing Fuels has announced the appointment of industry veteran Chris Wall as Chief Marketing Officer. This announcement is another strategically significant step in VP’s transformation, according to Alan Cerwick, President of VP Racing Fuels.
Road Racing Legend Kevin Schwantz Named 2014 AIMExpo Champion
American road racing legend and former FIM 500cc World Grand Prix Champion Kevin Schwantz has been named AIMExpo Champion for the 2014 event. Kevin will serve as the show’s ambassador when the motorcycle industry comes together this fall in Orlando.
Erik Buell Racing and Parts Unlimited Team Up
Erik Buell Racing has announced that it has selected Parts Unlimited as its distribution partner for all EBR spare parts for North America. Under the agreement, Parts Unlimited will stock EBR parts and handle order processing and fulfillment for EBR’s dealer network.
British Customs and Thruxton Cup Racing Return
British Customs partnered with BES Industries and the American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association in 2009 to become the title sponsor of Thruxton Cup Racing to Triumph enthusiasts a place to celebrate and carry on the racing traditions of the Triumph brand.
Industry Vet Launches Personal Watercraft Content Site, E-Commerce Storefront
The Watercraft Journal, launched by Kevin Shaw, offers news, reviews and interviews. The site will also serve as the blog to online storefront Watercraft Outfitters.
Bell Helmets Appoints Industry Veteran to EMEA Sales and Marketing Position
Ash Kane spent 12 years in international sales for Fox, during which point he helped grow the company nearly seven-fold from 1996 to 1997. He will be responsible for the day-to-day management of Bell’s EMEA distributors and related sales forces, while simultaneously working to develop new distribution channels.
Erik Buell Racing to Unveil New American Sport Bike at AIMExpo in Orlando
The new, street-legal high performance 1190RX shares the 1190RS’s 1190cc engine and many of EBR’s exclusive performance and handling-enhancing features. It will feature a new design that will differentiate it from the 1190RS.
Romine Oil Company Signs On with VP Racing Fuels Branding Program
The De Queen, Ark.-based company is the latest partner in the national program. VP’s president says the program will offer Romine Oil’s dealers the ability to save money on credit card rates and fuel costs.
Motorcycle Industry Council Launches ‘Revive Your Ride! Win Big Spring Giveaway’
From now through June 30, the powersports promotion offers customers a chance to win one of 50 aftermarket prizes and gift certificates, aiming to drive traffic to dealerships across the country. Each participating dealer receives two free promotional posters and can also access downloadable banners, postcards and other digital materials – all for free – on the Revive Your Ride! website.