Tomorrow’s Dealer
Otis doesn’t think it’s gonna be much harder to buy a motorcycle in today’s economy, just that it’s gonna be the best and most customer-oriented salesperson that will help the customer feel good about pulling the trigger.
Destination Dealership: Steve Selzter Honda
Steve Selzter Honda Hits Home in Pennslyvania
An OEM Alternative
KYMCO USA Strengthens Its Bond With The U.S. Market
Vintage Marketing: Old Bikes Build New Business
If you ride your restored bevel drive Ducati, Panhead Harley or Black Bomber Honda on a regular basis, you are probably used to being mobbed at gas station stops and motorcycle hangouts. A nice looking vintage bike just naturally stops traffic. “I was going to a military vehicle meet,” explains Robin Markey, partner in Bob’s
It’s The Product Silly
What Your Customers Want You to Know
Saddlemen Luggage
With more motorcycling commuters and travelers on the road, there is an increased need for secure, high-quality luggage systems for all types of bikes, and Saddlemen delivers with a versatile top pack and two sizes of panniers.
Forge-Tec 3D
If you haven’t heard the news, Forge-Tec is now under the ownership of the MAG group, and its continuing its tradition of crafting bold designs with the 3D Engage model seen here. Sure Sellers: • Available in polished, black powder-coated, chrome and the Midnight Series, which is a black anodized finish combined with classic machining
Managing Superstars
Managed correctly, your high performers will be great additions to your team.
P&A Numbers
Steve reviews the July P&A numbers for one of GSA’s member dealers and the related TBOC averages.
Destination Dealership: Fun Bite Center
Spend $10 million dollars on anything, and you’re going to have high expectations. That’s how much Dan Dorsch, owner of Fun Bike Center in Lakeland, Fla., poured into a complex that’s home not only to the 60,000 square-foot showroom, but also to three restaurants, a bike storage facility, UPS and FedEx shipping centers, a 25,000-square-foot
Speeding Past Sixty
Racing Legend Dick Burleson Shows No Signs of Slowing Down
Bionic Riding Gloves
The pros over at Bionic know a thing or two about rider comfort; these suckers are the only motorcycle gloves designed by a leading orthopedic hand specialist to create a scientific and ergonomic design that the company says provides comfort, fit, performance, durability and protection. Sure Sellers: • Anatomical Pad System evens out the gripping
PIAA Corp. Bar Clamp Brackets
Ideal for either motorcycles or ATVs, the PIAA L-Shaped Bar Clamp Brackets make installing auxiliary lamps a breeze. The brackets are lightweight, strong and easy to install. Sure Sellers: • Designed to mount nearly every PIAA light • Constructed of machined aluminium • Available for 7/8-, 1- and 1 1/8-inch bars Retail Price: $36.50 For
Dunlp D407 Tires
The D407 with Multi-Tread technology has been specifically engineered and tested by Dunlop and Harley-Davidson development teams to fit as original equipment on the ’09 H-D lineup. Sure Sellers: • Maximum strength for a long life • Enhanced traction at higher lean angles • Lateral grooves evacuate water away from contact patch Retail Price: Contact
Ultima 49-State EPA-Compliant Engines
Mike Garrison, manager of Ultima Engines, has sent word that the brand’s 49-state EPA-compliant engine line is in and ready to ship to your shop. Sure Sellers: • Displacements ranging from 80 CID up to 127 CID, • Offered in natural, black or polished finishes, the engines are ready to install with carburetors, air filters
Destination Dealership: Fun Bite Center
Spend $10 million dollars on anything, and you’re going to have high expectations. That’s how much Dan Dorsch, owner of Fun Bike Center in Lakeland, Fla., poured into a complex that’s home not only to the 60,000 square-foot showroom, but also to three restaurants, a bike storage facility, UPS and FedEx shipping centers, a 25,000-square-foot