Triumph to Sponsor Jason DiSalvo Speed Academy
Triumph Motorcycles and Jason DiSalvo continue to build on their relationship with the British motorcycle manufacturer’s presenting sponsorship of the Jason DiSalvo Speed Academy. The two have worked together before with DiSalvo riding for Triumph’s former World Supersport team and currently piloting Latus Motors Racing’s AMA Daytona Sportbike entry.
Audi Comes to Terms on Ducati Purchase
Audi, a division of VW, has agreed to buy Italian motorcycle maker Ducati, according to reports. The Italian motorcycle manufacturer will be added to the German automaker’s large portfolio of passenger cars, trucks and ultra-luxury vehicles.
Ducati North America Continues Growth Spurt in First Quarter
Ducati North America has announced its seventh consecutive quarter of sales growth, beginning 2012 with a 10.2% Q1 retail sales increase. North America remains Ducati’s largest global market. The Ducati line of apparel and accessories also recorded significant growth with over a 98% Q1 increase.
KYMCO USA Joins Forces with AMA Pro Racing
KYMCO USA has announced a multi-year partnership with AMA Pro Racing as an official sponsor. The two entities will work closely together on a host of promotional opportunities to create brand awareness among AMA racing fans.
Harley Launches New Interactive Site Around Women Riders
“Freedom to be.” “It’s Harley or Nothing.” “It’s in my blood.” “2 Wheels Move the Soul.” These are just a few of the things women – who either already ride a motorcycle or want to learn how – are saying on a new interactive website created by Harley-Davidson called the Buzz Wall.
Brammo Selects Sheffield Financial to Provide Retail Financing
Brammo, Inc., recently announced that they have signed an agreement with Sheffield Financial of North Carolina to provide their motorsports retail financing through Brammo dealers in all 50 states.
Videos Commemorate 100 Years Of Harley Apparel
To commemorate 100 years of Harley-Davidson apparel, the Motor Company has created a series of three videos titled “Made of a Hell of a lot More Than Just Leather” that explores the uniqueness of this history and its heritage of innovation.
Yamaha Grows Participation at AMA ATV Motocross Series
Yamaha is growing its support of the AMA ATV Motocross series with an expanded trackside support program and additional team rider for 2012. Pro Motorsports from Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, will lead this effort providing all Yamaha mounted racers with onsite technical assistance and Yamaha Genuine Parts & Accessories at discounted prices.
Knievel Cycles Adds Two New Models to European Line-up
Knievel Custom Cycles LLC recently announced that it has received the European Communities Whole Vehicle Type Approval on two new motorcycle models, the Patriot Pro-Street and the Patriot Chopper. This increases the Knievel Cycles European approved line to 5 base models.
Lehman Suspends Operations at Spearfish Facility
Lehman Trikes, Inc. (LTI) recently released a statement say that it has decided to suspend operations. The suspension went into effect March 9. The company has not been able to complete the proposed sale it was working on, but is continuing to pursue possible transactions to inject capital into the company.
Piaggio Group Unveils Three New Models at Dealer Meeting
Italian manufacturer Piaggio Group, represented in the U.S. by its subsidiary Piaggio Group Americas (PGA), recently introduced three new models to the North American market – the Aprilia Tuono V4 naked sportbike, the Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200 NTX sport tourer and the Piaggio BV 350 maxi scooter. All three new models will arrive at dealerships later this spring.
Harley Styling Chief Willie G. Davidson To Retire After 49 Years
After nearly 50 years as head of styling, Willie G. Davidson is retiring from Harley-Davidson April 30, 2012.