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2011 Suzuki GSX-R Unveiled At Dealer Meeting

Suzuki announced the arrival of two brand-new GSX-R sportbike models to its 2011 lineup at their annual dealer meeting in Las Vegas this past weekend. These include new, redesigned and upgraded versions of the class-leading GSX-R600 and GSX-R750 sportbikes, and feature a variety of updates and innovations.

Triumphs Shows Off 2011 Cruiser Line at Intermot

Triumph’s new 2011 cruiser line roared into the Intermot Motorcycle Show in Cologne, Germany with an updated and restyled America and Speedmaster along with the new Thunderbird Storm.

Zero Motorcycles Awarded Additional Grant Funds

$2 Million Program for Next Generation Powertrain Development gets $177,906 Boost

Royal Enfield Enters California Market

Classic Motorworks, the official importer and distributor of Royal Enfield motorcycles in the United States, has announced that the full Royal Enfield model line is now available at authorized dealers in California.
Demand for the vintage-inspired Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle line has been growing sharply in the United States and world-wide since the introduction of Royal Enfield’s unit construction engine two years ago. Royal Enfield Motors says it has responded to world demand with significant investments in production to increase capacity and allow the brand to enter new markets like California, where the bike’s retro aesthetic and outstanding fuel economy are expected to make the line particularly popular with riders and enthusiasts.

Aprilia USA Introduces the 2011 Aprilia 750 Shiver to U.S. Dealers

New Features include Ergonomic Design and Smoother Handling, Perfect for Road Warriors

Darwin Motorcycles Rolls Out The Rocketeer

Brass Balls Bobbers and Choppers introduced their latest 2011 digger motorcycle, the Rocketeer, at the 2010 AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building. The Rocketeer placed fourth in the production class. The central theme of the retro bobber is built around a hand-fabricated gas tank with monochromatic graphics applied on the fender and tank. The

Kawasaki to Kick Retail Sales into High Gear with GE Money Credit Program

Kawasaki Motors Corp., USA, and GE Money, the consumer lending unit of General Electric Company, have announced a new consumer financing program that will help rev up retail sales for the world-famous motor sports brand.

Wisconsin To Give Harley $25 Million Tax Incentive

Wisconsin has offered Harley-Davidson a $25 million tax incentive for keeping its plants located in the state and to protect jobs, according to a report in The Journal Sentinel. The deal is aimed at protecting about 1,000 jobs at Harley-Davidson’s Milwaukee area plants.

Two-Wheeled MINI E Scooter Concept To Be Unveiled At Paris Motor Show

According to MINI’s facebook page, the company is getting ready to show off its latest concept – an electric e-scooter – at the upcoming Paris Motor Show.

Harley-Davidson Production Operations to Remain in Wisconsin

Ratified New Labor Agreements Enable Production Flexibility and Efficiency for Long-Term Competitiveness

Allisat Takes Over Management of Husqvarna

Klaus Allisat has been named to take over management of Husqvarna Motorcycles from Rainer Thoma.
Allisat has worked for the BMW Group since 2003. He has been Vice President Purchasing BMW Motorrad since 2008, where he was also responsible for Husqvarna Motorcycles purchasing operations.

Sophisticated Electric Superbike To Be Unveiled At The San Jose Battery Show In October

Chip Yates, American bike racer and engineering guru, will officially debut his new electric superbike at The Battery Show, which takes place at the San Jose Convention Center, California on October 5th to 7th, 2010.