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LeoVince Ditches WPS, Signs Up With Tucker Rocky

Media Hound — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:47:13 +0000

LeoVince has parted ways with Western Power Sports and Parts Unlimited, signing an exclusive aftermarket deal with Tucker Rocky. According to a LeoVince press release, the disribution deal, which covers LeoVince’s exhaust systems for street and off-road motorcycles, ATVs, and scooters, goes into effect immediately. “Tucker Rocky has shown that they are willing to embrace unique business models, [...] Related posts:

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Jump-Start Traffic in Your Shop

Contributor — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:00:14 +0000

Top 10 Ideas for the Cold Months Ahead by John Dwyier 1. Arrange to have factory or distributor representatives at your shop every Saturday for a month during winter. Each week, focus on different products, such as exhausts, tires, or seats. Give special discounts on the parts featured that week. 2. Sponsor do-it-yourself seminars throughout the winter. Once [...] Related posts:

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NYC Choppers Domed Springer Risers

Press Release — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:38:12 +0000

NYC Choppers’ new risers fit all 1″ handlebars and stand 3.5″ tall. Mount them directly to the OEM Springer riser studs using existing hardware. Sold in pairs, made in the USA. $282.95. Drag Specialties, www.DragSpecialties.com Related posts:Rigid Risers Parts Shelf compiled by Lynn Galanis Sagebrush Fixed Base Riser...Lovely Linkage Parts Shelf compiled by [...] Related posts:

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National Aftermarket Dealer Campaign Under Way

Jonny Langston — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:44:32 +0000

MIC Rolls Out Free “Revive Your Ride” Program An national marketing campaign aimed at spurring holiday season aftermarket sales has been kicked off by the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC). The program, called “Revive Your Ride,” will provide free promotional materials for dealers that can be used in online or traditional media formats and can be fine-tuned to fit your specific market. [...] Related posts:

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Arctic Cat 2Q profit falls on lower sales

Media Hound — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:15:40 +0000

MINNEAPOLIS — Arctic Cat Inc. said Thursday its fiscal second-quarter profit fell 13 percent as demand for its snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles were hurt by tough economic conditions. The results beat Wall Street predictions, however. Read the entire story from Forbes here. Related posts:Lead Rules Ban Sales Of ATV For Children [caption id="" [...] Related posts:

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VIDEO! Brad Pitt Crashes Motorcycle

Media Hound — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:20:20 +0000

Brad Pitt Lays It Down! Related posts:VIDEO: AMA PSA on Youth ATV Ban The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has made available a video...ProCharger Video Challenge Due to popular demand and the unusually severe winter in...VIDEO: Teiz Riding Suit From Indy Dealer Expo Check out a video presentation of the new riding suit... Related [...] Related posts:

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SHAD Dumps Tucker Rocky

Jonny Langston — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:22:11 +0000

European motorcycle luggage manufacturer and official Kymco topcase supplier SHAD has parted ways with Tucker Rocky, SHAD reported in a release. As of Oct. 15, Tucker Rocky is no longer a distributor of SHAD Motorcases & Accessories. “SHAD is a very new product in the U.S., and we believe it needs a very dedicated and focused [...] Related posts:

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Another Chance for Buell?

Media Hound — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:48:50 +0000

After reporting on Harley-Davidson’s decision to suddenly kill Buell Motorcycles, we’re happy to hear that the American brand may have a chance after all as a group of officials from the Village of East Troy, Walworth County Board and East Troy Chamber of Commerce, formed by the Walworth County Economic Development Alliance, plan on taking [...] Related posts:

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Dealing with Irate Customers

Vance Breese — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:36:09 +0000

Don’t interrupt your customer until he is tired of talking. Five Steps to Better Customer Service How do you deal with customers when they’re angry? This can be extremely challenging when emotions are running high. What follows is a simple step-by-step plan that will help you to avoid getting caught up in the emotion or spending time [...] Related posts:

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SEMA Trade Show to Include Powersports for First Time

Media Hound — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:13:35 +0000

This year, for the first time, the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas will feature scooters, ATVs, motorcycles, mini-bikes, golf carts, two- and three-wheel personal vehicles, accessories, and services in a designated section for powersports and utility vehicles. Held at the Las Vegas Convention Center November 3-6, the show will also offer educational [...] Related posts:

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