MIC, SVIA Launch OHV Route Designation Program
May 30, 2006
The Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) and the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America (SVIA) are providing resources to develop and conduct a series of workshops for U.S. Forest Service (USFS) personnel and OHV enthusiasts. The workshops are aimed at ensuring that the new OHV Route Designation Rule results... Read more »
Cobra Powersports Taps GE for Dealer Financing
May 30, 2006
Cobra Powersports, the U.S. distributor of TGB scooters and ATVs built in Taiwan, has partnered with GE Capital Solutions to provide wholesale financing to authorized TGB dealers. Kennesaw, Ga.-based Cobra Powersports currently supports 145 authorized dealerships in North America. Cobra Powersports dealers... Read more »
KTM Helps USA International Raceway Propagate Supermoto
May 30, 2006
KTM is working closely with North American Supermoto (NASMOTO), as well as clubs and track owners across North America, to help supermoto flourish at the grass roots level. In a recent deal, the manufacturer plans to support supermoto training schools and demo days being launched at USA International... Read more »
BRAG Homecoming, June 2-4
May 30, 2006
Buell Riders Adventure Group (BRAG) will host its annual Homecoming Rally in East Troy, Wis., June 2-4, 2006. The weekend will kick off at Hal’s Harley-Davidson/Buell in New Berlin, Wis., with a breakfast from 8 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Enthusiasts will have the opportunity to meet Hal’s Thunder Eagle... Read more »
Edouard Michelin Dies in Boating Accident
May 30, 2006
Edouard Michelin, the co-managing partner of the French tire company, drowned May 26 in a boating accident off the coast of western France. Michelin and a fishing companion were aboard a boat when it sank in still unexplained circumstances. Michelin joined the tire company in 1985, became a managing... Read more »
Arctic Cat Recalls Prowler XT
May 25, 2006
Arctic Cat Inc., Thief River Falls, Minn., is recalling about 2,120 Prowler XT off-highway utility vehicles sold nationwide from July 2005 through May 2006. Arctic says the rear brake caliper used on these units could leak brake fluid, resulting in reduced braking ability at the rear wheels. The front... Read more »
Dealership University Expands Offerings
May 25, 2006
Dealership University, an Atlanta-based developer of online, interactive training courses for the powersports industry, has added 39 product knowledge courses covering the product features and benefits of Kawasaki, Honda, Suzuki, and Yamaha vehicles. Dealership University management says the online training... Read more »
Vento Makes Two Moves for Growth
May 25, 2006
Vehicle supplier Vento Motorcycles, U.S.A. has retained the services of Gusman Marketing Group (GMG) to assist with the launch of its expanding product line of motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and off-road bikes. In a second move, designed to grow its dealer base, the company also announced the appointment... Read more »
Tucker Rocky Picks Up Shark Helmet Line
May 25, 2006
Tucker Rocky Distributing has become the exclusive distributor of the Shark helmet line in the United States. TR officials say the Shark line allows the company to provide dealers and consumers with an alternative in the mid-priced segment. “Shark is a great addition to the Tucker Rocky family of products,”... Read more »
Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Announces Class of 2006
May 25, 2006
The Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum announced nine new members for induction into the Pickerington, Ohio-based Motorcycle Hall of Fame. This year’s inductees include racing champions, land-speed record holders, industry leaders and innovators. The Class of 2006 includes: Doug Chandler – During... Read more »
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