Arctic Cat reports improved ATV market share
July 30, 2010
Despite declining sales, Arctic Cat made market-share gains and improved its inventory position in its recent quarter, the company reported. The Minnesota manufacturer gained ATV market share in the quarter and has seen improvements in both dealer inventory (down 23 percent from a year ago) and factory... Read more »
Harley-Davidson unveils three 2011 models
July 30, 2010
Harley-Davidson unveiled three new bikes in its 2011 lineup, including the XR1200X, the 883 Sportster SuperLow and the Road Glide Ultra, Harley-Davidson stated in a press release. The XR1200X replaces the XR750, but still uses the same 1,203 cc 45-degree air-cooled engine. The suspension and brakes... Read more »
Groups launch campaign against ethanol increase
July 30, 2010
Environment and industry groups have joined together to launch a campaign calling on Congress to require objective and thorough scientific testing before allowing the amount of ethanol in gasoline to be increased, the American Motorcycle Association (AMA) stated in a press release. The groups are collectively... Read more »
ROHVA launches e-course
July 30, 2010
The Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association (ROHVA) launched its new interactive E-Course for recreational off-highway vehicle (ROV) safety, the association stated in a press release. The association, sponsored by Arctic Cat, BRP, Polaris and Yamaha, is providing a two-hour online course that emphasizes... Read more »
PowerSport Institute offers motorcycle course
July 30, 2010
The PowerSport Institute (PSI), located in northeastern Ohio, is now offering an American V-twin program that provides students with a 48-week course with hands-on motorcycle technician training, PowerSport Institute stated in a press release. The course gives students an overview of how to build and... Read more »
An unforgettable story
July 30, 2010
National Best New Dealer, National Best Exclusive Dealer, National Best Marketing and Northwest Dealer of the Year were just some of the numerous awards a Bend, Ore., dealership won. For several years, the dealership, Bend Euro Moto, had more than a few things going right, including 100 percent increase... Read more »
Retail hoarding
July 30, 2010
Hoarding has come into our consciousness through TV programs showcasing people who have extreme hoarding issues. I had not made a connection of hoarding as a retail problem until I thought of one stand out dealership showroom make over. While leading a multi-line showroom makeover project, the owner... Read more »
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July 27, 2010
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Recalls: Harley-Davidson, BMW, Yamaha
July 27, 2010
Harley-Davidson, BMW and Yamaha are recalling certain motorcycle models, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). BMW is recalling about 1,900 MY 2005-‘09 R 1200 RT Police motorcycles. The bracket that supports the audible signaling device can break, potentially allowing... Read more »
Victory makes engine, model changes for 2011
July 27, 2010
Victory Motorcycles showed off a number of additions to its 2011 line-up to dealers last night in Orlando, Fla., including the Cross Roads Custom. The new touring bike will feature air-adjust rear suspension, dual disk front brakes and inverted forks. Victory also revealed it will provide its 106-cubic... Read more »
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