INTERMOT 2018 Poised to Break Records
The show-in-show concepts, INTERMOT Customized and INTERMOT e-Motion set new benchmarks for the future-oriented development of the motorcycle trade show.
LIQUI MOLY Introduces New Scooter Oil
The increased numbers of Vespa GTS models with 125cc and 150cc engines equipped with start/stop technology motivated the company to release this new lubricant.
INTERMOT to Host World Premieres, Presentations in Cologne
Over 1,000 exhibiting companies and brands from around 40 countries, will present their latest models and product innovations to the international trade audience and the biker community.
Midtown Motorcycles and Scooters Opens in Daytona Beach
Midtown buys, sells, trades and services all makes and models of motorcycles, scooters, quads and more.
Piaggio Introduces New 3-Wheel Scooter
Featuring its patented suspension and ultra modern engine, Piaggio MP3 embodies all the experience and research that make it the most advanced scooter ever
Honda Announces Updated 2019 Honda PCX150, New Colors for 2019 Grom
In addition to American Honda announcing the 2019 CB300R and PCX150, the company has also released information on its carry-over models including 2019 Honda Grom, 2019 Honda CRF230F and 2019 Honda CRF50F.
OEM UPDATE: Wolf Brand Scooters
Wolf Brand Scooters got its humble start in Tampa Bay, Florida, almost a decade ago. Now Wolf scooters are being carried across the country in some of the largest scooter shops in the nation.
Wells Fargo Commercial Distribution Finance Announces Dealer Financing Program Extension With KYMCO USA
Wells Fargo Commercial Distribution Finance (CDF), part of Wells Fargo & Company, announced recently it has extended a preferred dealer financing program with KYMCO USA. This program will continue to offer inventory financing solutions and other services to support KYMCO’s dealer network.
BMW C650 GT and BMW C Evolution Scooters Recalled
Since the rim is not marked with the rim size and the DOT designation, a tire of the incorrect size may be installed on this rim, affecting the handling of the scooter and increasing the risk of a crash.
Amerivespa Expected to Host up to 1,000 Scooterists in Seattle from July 6-9
Jointly hosted by the Vespa Club of Seattle (VCOS), Amerivespa 2017 in Seattle will feature four days of scooter-related fun for enthusiasts as well as the general public July 6th – 9th.
KYMCO USA Signs ‘Official Vehicle’ Partnership Extension with American Flat Track
American Flat Track and KYMCO have announced a multi-year renewal of their existing partnership, naming KYMCO the Official Scooter, ATV and Side-by-Side of American Flat Track. KYMCO USA will provide American Flat Track’s safety and operations team with the company’s latest generation SxSs, including the KYMCO UXV 500i G with enclosed, fan-cooled 5kw generator, and the performance-oriented Super 8
Mechanical and Hydraulic Linked Brakes
Linked braking systems on motorcycles and scooters have become more common over the years. Hydraulic systems use proportioning valves, delay valves, and multiple master cylinders to combine the activation of the front and rear brakes in a smooth and logical fashion. Mechanical brake systems use equalizer junctions to link up the cables for the front
