Kawasaki Promotes John Rathyen to Regional Sales Director East Region
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. has announced that effective August 24, 2015, John Rathyen has been promoted to Regional Sales Director – East Region. John joined KMC in 2002 and most recently served as Senior District Manager in the New York/New Jersey/Philadelphia area.
Honda Releases Pricing on CRF1000L Africa Twin and Details on Other 2016 Models
Following a series of information releases on the CRF1000L Africa Twin, American Honda has publicized pricing for the all-new model and also revealed additional details on the trailblazing adventure bike. At the same time, Honda officially announced a number of returning on-road models, several of which are offered in new colors for 2016.
Costco Auto Program and Polaris Special Offer
Costco Auto Program and Polaris Industries Inc. have teamed up to bring Costco members their biggest joint offer. Starting 9/1/15, Costco members will receive promotional benefits on a selection of Polaris brands for all model years. The promotion runs from Sept. 1 through Nov. 30, 2015.
Vision X Lighting LED Headlights
Vision X Lighting has introduced its new LED headlights for H-D Road Glide models. This Ultra Bright 5.75″ Oval XMC Headlight is a direct swap for 2004-2015 Harley-Davidson Road Glide motorcycles. Each light features 4,210 Raw Lumens…that’s 8,420 Raw Lumens to ignite the road with light.
Nightrider.com XiED EFI Fuel Management System
Nightrider.com, manufacturer of the XiED EFI Fuel Management System, has introduced an application for all 2015 Harley-Davidson Softails. Nightrider’s Patented XIED technology is designed to work with OEM closed-loop ECM’s to maintain or improve fuel mixtures.
Harley-Davidson Museum Celebrates Street Art at Milwaukee Rally Custom Bike Show Weekend
The Harley-Davidson Museum is the place to be this coming Labor Day weekend, when it hosts its annual Custom Bike Show Weekend during the Milwaukee Rally. The Weekend kicks off at Bike Night on Thursday, Sept. 3, and runs through Sunday, Sept. 6.
CarCapsule Bike ShowCase
The Bike ShowCase not only shelters a bike from dings, dust, dirt, corrosion, mildew, musty odors, and pests, but it also displays it in a show quality presentation. Best described as a “Touchless Motorcycle Cover,” Bike ShowCase provides protection, yet never touches the motorcycle.
Touratech KTM 1190 Adventure R Extreme Rear Shock
Touratech set out to build the dream shock for an adventure motorcycle and has succeeded in creating a high-performance suspension upgrade with the Touratech Extreme Rear Shock for the KTM 1190 Adventure R.
Vemar Helmets VRX9 Dirt Helmet
The VRX9 features a mid-oval shell shape which offers a more generous fit front to back and more snug fit ear to ear. The exterior shell is constructed of a lightweight yet incredibly strong carbon fiber – Kevlar – fiberglass blend. Two sizes of outer shells cover the 6 helmet sizes for the ultimate in a light weight yet proportional fit.
Sidi Black Rain Boots
Sidi’s Black Rain boot is made of a Technomicro base material. The membrane is equipped to add a waterproof yet slightly breathable barrier between the elements and the rider’s feet. The boot features a Trockenfuss and Cambrille quality lining for quick sweat evaporation.
REV’IT! Bellecour Ladies’ and Flatbush Vintage Jackets
REV’IT! has introduced the Flatbush Vintage and Bellecour Ladies’ jackets. Inspired by classic motorcycle style, but fitted with modern technologies, these jackets bring a retro twist to any urban landscape.
V-Twin Marketing Adds Joe Knezevic as Vice President of Marketing
In response to its recent surge of new clients, V-Twin Marketing announced it is expanding and adding to the team by bringing on industry veteran Joe Knezevic as its new vice president of marketing.
STI HD5 and HD6 Beadlock Wheels
STI Tire & Wheel’s HD6 and HD5 Beadlock wheel lines are growing – literally – to better serve a market demanding new applications, and to carry STI tires designed to fit them. The 14-inch HD6 and HD5 Beadlock wheels are now available in 9-inch widths.
Triumph Partners with VETMotorsports to Provide Opportunities for Disabled Vets
Triumph has partnered with VETMotorsports, a non-clinical outreach program that honors and empowers disabled combat veterans by encouraging active participation in motorsports. Through Castrol’s VETMotorsports Performance Match Fund, the on-track success of the Triumph factory-backed teams in both AMA Pro Flat Track and MotoAmerica has earned VETMotorsports $7,750 thus far this racing season.
Scorpion Bixby Motor Glove
This top-grain goatskin “motor glove” classic features pre-curved ergonomic fit construction paired with padded palm and glove back for outstanding fit and dexterity. Leather-overlay panels increase protection and durability in abrasion zones, grip, palm and pinky.
ShockStrap 6′ Tie Downs
ShockStrap has introduced its new 6′ ShockStrap to the product line. ShockStrap tie downs maintain tension on the webbing when stretched, locking it into the buckle. When road vibrations cause loads to shift and settle, ShockStrap stretches acting like a shock absorber and contracts with the load keeping it secure.
