A cruiser with sales on its mind
Dave McMahon, Editor-in-Chief
April 12, 2013
New Star Bolt expected to create volume sales For a motorcycle that’s out of the norm, Star Motorcycles turned to a company first to showcase the new-for-2014 Bolt and Bolt R-Spec “performance bobbers.” The Bolt drew a crowd of about 1,000 during its unveiling at Daytona Bike Week, but thousands... Read more »
Walbro wins supplier award from Polaris
April 12, 2013
Based on its 2012 performance, Walbro Engine Management has received an Award of Excellence from Polaris Industries. “Polaris is thrilled to present Walbro with the supplier of excellence award for outstanding performance in 2012. Walbro has demonstrated outstanding performance in terms of quality,... Read more »
Samson Exhaust hires White as plant manager
April 12, 2013
Samson Exhaust has hired Brian White as its plant manager in Brea, Calif. White will oversee the day-to-day operations and work closely with the staff to improve and create more efficient lines of production. “I am very happy to welcome Brian to our team. Brian brings a lot of skill and diverse experience... Read more »
LeoVince USA adds race sponsorship
April 12, 2013
LeoVince USA has announced the addition of Triple Crown/Richie Morris Racing to the LeoVince family of sponsored teams for the 2013 AMA Pro Road Racing season. Triple Crown/Richie Morris Racing will feature Stefano Mesa, Santiago Villa and Daytona Anderson in the SuperSport class, while Bobby Fong will... Read more »
Fulmer Helmets, UFC fighter team up
April 12, 2013
Fulmer Helmets has formed a partnership with UFC’s Chris Camozzi in which Fulmer Helmets can use Camozzi’s name and likeness in marketing campaigns and materials. Camozzi will promote the Fulmer brand through his social media channels, media participation and website. “I’m honored to represent... Read more »
PWC event gets boost
Jeff Hemmel, Contributing Writer
April 10, 2013
Tampa’s Skyway Ski Show doubles in size in Year 2 What seemed like an interesting gamble in its first year — holding an independent PWC testing event and featuring the results not in a magazine or website but in a catalog — is starting to look more like a seasoned event in its second year. Watercraft... Read more »
Bad Boy Mowers unveils Intimidator UTV
April 10, 2013
Arkansas manufacturer reveals side-by-side at Dealer Expo Bad Boy Mowers is adding another entry into the side-by-side market with the release of its all-new Intimidator utility vehicle. Company officials said it was met with rave reviews at Dealer Expo. The premium, full-size Intimidator Series features... Read more »
Spring sales vary depending on region, brands
Andy Swanson, Contributing Writer
April 10, 2013
Wisconsin dealer gets massive spring sales boost; others slow After this winter has brought consistent snow cover for Roger Anderson’s customers at R&S Motorsports, he feels good about being in the snowmobile business. His Shawano, Wis.-based dealership sells new and used sleds from Arctic Cat,... Read more »
Sudco unveils 500-page catalog for 2013
April 10, 2013
Sudco International has released its Main Catalog Number 37, with 556 pages featuring its complete line of OEM-quality stock replacement and high performance parts for classic and late model Japanese and European street and dirt bikes, ATVs and PWC. In addition to Mikuni and Keihin original and performance... Read more »
A new direction in giveaways
Liz Hochstedler, Managing Editor
April 8, 2013
No T-shirts or key chains; BMW dealer offers free maps When a customer leaves Long Beach BMW Motorcycles after purchasing a new bike, he doesn’t only receive an owner’s manual, warranty information and keys, but he also receives a map. Last year, the dealership in Long Beach, Calif., began including... Read more »
