Zero Debuts New Line of Electric Motorcycles at Indy Dealer Expo
Zero Motorcycles will showcase its 2011 electric motorcycle lineup – Zero S, Zero DS, Zero X and Zero MX models at Dealer Expo 2011, Feb. 18-20 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. Along with highlighting its new product line, Zero will also be presenting its business plan to interested motorcycle dealers who are looking for ways to connect to new consumers and new lines for their businesses.
Motorsport Aftermarket Group Expands Its Sales and Marketing Efforts in Japan
Motorsport Aftermarket Group (MAG), a family of leading brands and businesses in the motorsport industry, is expanding its sales and marketing efforts in Japan and setting its sights on Asia’s recovering American motorcycle market.
MAG Launches Powersports University Website
Powersports dealers and their personnel can now get on-the-job, online training to keep up with the latest products and trends in the motorcycle aftermarket thanks to Powersports University (www.PowersportsU.com), a new interactive training community for premium aftermarket brands.
Harley Unveils New Dark Custom Blackline Softail
A rebellious creation of the Dark Custom movement, the Blackline celebrates three fundamental elements of motorcycling: mechanical beauty, internal combustion, and the long black line of the road ahead.
K-Tech DDS Series Rear Shock
After much development work and testing, K-Tech has released the new 35DDS rear shock, now available to racers and track day participants worldwide for most current sportbikes, including the new 2011 Kawasaki ZX 10R Ninja.
Seven New Triumphs Unveiled at International Motorcycle Show
Triumph Motorcycles recently unveiled seven new motorcycles to North American customers at the International Motorcycle Show in Long Beach.
Harley-Davidson and AHDRA Announce New Draggin’ Bagger Class
Harley-Davidson Motor Company has announced the continuation of its long-standing sponsorship of the All Harley Drag Racing Association along with the launch of a new Draggin’ Bagger drag racing class for the 2011 racing season.
Gel Cushions for Extreme Comfort
Skwoosh, a leader in lightweight gel cushion solutions, introduces motorcycle gel cushions designed for driver and rider comfort. The UNIVERSAL ICS and the MIDSIZE ICS top cushions feature Independent Comfort Suspension (ICS) and the Skwoosh AIR-flo channel for mid cushion cooling.
Second Annual BlueRibbon Coalition Christmas Auction Live on eBay
BRC says that thanks to its supporters, bidders and donors, they are making good progress toward more trail-saving. The coalition has some nice items that you can bid on live on eBay.
30-Year Industry Veteran Tapped to Lead Sales, Marketing at MAG
Motorsport Aftermarket Group (MAG) recently announced the hiring of Eric Anderson to oversee sales and marketing strategies at the fast-growing company.
American Honda Announces Release of the 2011 CB1000R
American Honda Motor Company’s Powersports Division recently announced to its dealers the release of the CB1000R, a high-performance and versatile “naked bike.”
Piaggio Group Americas Announces New Models
From sport bikes to scooters, Piaggio adds additional members to its two- and three-wheel families
Suzuki Introduces Its 2011 Line of Motorcycles and ATVs
Suzuki’s array of 2011 motorcycles and ATVs offers something for all riders. Whether a rider wants to cruise the open road, discover a new trail, commute to work or set a new lap record at the track – Suzuki has a 2011 motorcycle or ATV for every type of rider.
MPN Book Review
With school back in session across the nation, it seems only fitting for MPN to roundup top titles that you and your customers should add to your reading lists. Not so much into reading? Don’t worry, we’ve got a picture book or two on the list, and we’ve already written the book report for you!
Spectro Oils and PowerSport Institute Partner for Education
Spectro Oils and PowerSport Institute have joined to provide future technicians with hands-on experience using Spectro products. Spectro Performance Oil products span the complete range of full synthetic and petroleum lubricants for all classes of “powersports” engines and transmission applications.