Enfield’s U.S. distributor supportive of brand’s new North America president

Kevin Mahoney, president of Classic Motorworks LTD, the U.S. importer and distributor of Royal Enfield since 1999, welcomed the hiring of Rod Copes as the new president of Royal Enfield North America.

“We would like to add our congratulations,” Mahoney said in an email to Powersports Business. “Classic Motorworks has been the U.S. importer and distributor since 1999 and will continue in that role. We welcome and are encouraged by the appointment of Rod. Royal Enfield has made a strong commitment to North America and the appointment of such a highly qualified, experienced and well-regarded person like Rod is further evidence of that commitment. Royal Enfield intends to be one of the world’s top motorcycle companies for mid-sized motorcycles and this is a step in that direction. Rod will be a welcome addition to our team in the U.S. and we are looking forward to working with him.”