Save the Manuals: Dual Clutch Transmissions Coming
Will Honda’s AFrica Twin With DCT breakthrough in North America? [dropcap]I[/dropcap] see that Honda is once again experimenting with Social Engineering. I’m referring, of course, to the new Africa Twin with DCT. From my experience in the past, DCT has not been a sales success, certainly not in North America. Yamaha has tried it with
Harley-Davidson Reports First-Quarter Earnings
Harley-Davidson’s revenue in this year’s first quarter was down from the year-ago period primarily on unfavorable foreign currency exchange and slightly lower motorcycle shipments.
The University of Gravel Roads: Global Lessons From a Four-Year Motorcycle Adventure
The University of Gravel Roads, which captures author Rene Cormier’s solo circumnavigation of the world, has become a Canadian bestseller. Immediately popular as soon as it was published in 2010, it’s continued to be in demand, fueled in large part by extensive author appearances across North America.
Compass Expeditions Launches Beyond Siberia – Riding the Road of Bones Documentary at Cannes
In May 2014, 16 riders left London to embark on a 105 day adventure expedition to Magadan. Documentary filmmaker, Robin Newell joined us with the end result being called “Beyond Siberia – Riding the Road of Bones” and soon to become a TV mini series.
Custom Chrome: Focused on ‘World’s finest products for Harley-Davidsons’ for 45 Years
In 45 years, Custom Chrome has evolved from a small chrome plating and polishing shop in San Jose, Calif., to an international manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket Harley-Davidson parts and accessories serving more than 6,000 dealers throughout the U.S., Europe and beyond.
MotoQuest Attending 2014 INTERMOT Motorcycle Show
MotoQuest will be partnering with motorcycle accessory manufacturer AltRider to attend the 2014 INTERMOT show in Cologne, Germany October 1st through 5th. MotoQuest will be highlighting its latest adventure offerings.
Polaris Opens Manufacturing Facility in Poland
Polaris Industries Inc. has announced the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility in Opole, Poland. The 345,000-square-foot facility will be the first Polaris plant dedicated to manufacturing off-road vehicles outside of North America.
Dainese Manis Back Protector
The Manis is the most evolved form of back protector and has revolutionized the concept of freedom of movement. Manis not only provides great freedom of movement, it also molds to the back by elongating, contracting and flexing to adapt to the position of the body while providing superb protection.
Accessorizing the Adventure Rider
Adventure motorcycling is bigger than ever. Whether it’s local trail riders or those riders wanting to escape the shackles of civilization for a weekend or longer, getting off the beaten path on a motorcycle just keeps getting more and more popular. Because of the extreme variety of places one can ride a dual sport motorcycle,
Harley-Davidson Launches Training With Riding Academy
For the first time ever, those dreaming of riding can now learn on a genuine Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Harley unveiled the new Harley-Davidson Riding Academy – the only national rider training program hosted by H-D dealerships and conducted on an all-new H-D motorcycles.
Worldwide Harley-Davidson Retail Motorcycle Sales Climb
Harley-Davidson, Inc. first-quarter 2014 diluted earnings per share of $1.21 grew 22.2% from the previous year on higher motorcycle shipments and continued improvement in operating efficiencies. First-quarter net income was $265.9 million on consolidated revenue of $1.73 billion.
Harley-Davidson and Edelweiss Team Up For Harley-Davidson Authorized Tours
In an exciting new partnership, Harley-Davidson is teaming up with Edelweiss Bike Travel as part of its Harley-Davidson Authorized Tours program to offer riders a brand-new selection of premium riding tours across Europe and Africa.
REV’IT! and RawHyde Partnership Offers Riders Greater Adventure
REV’IT! Sport USA has signed on as a partner in RawHyde Adventures’ “World of Adventure,” an online portal serving the needs of the dedicated adventure rider. The partnership will help offer the best gear for two-wheeled passions.
By Land and by Sea: Sport Amphibian Manufacturer to Expand Dealer Network
In February, Gibbs Sports Amphibians, based in Auburn Hills, Mich., held a press conference in Detroit’s Renaissance Center to discuss the brand’s plans for 2014.
Gibbs Expands its Quadski Dealer and Distribution Networks
Gibbs Sports Amphibians (Gibbs) currently has 16 U.S. dealerships with 21 retail outlets and expects to double the number by year’s end, according to Neil Jenkins, chairman of Gibbs.
Rally Diabolico Promises to be a Diabolical Event
Four days of off-road racing in Mexico’s Sonora Desert that tests the limits of every competitor. The rally is open to bikes and cars that will be making their way over untracked, open terrain.