Publication: Dealer News

First Reported May 18 2012 - Updated May 18 2012 - 1 Documents

Thoroughbred Motorsports to restart Stallion trike production

Thoroughbred Motorsports Inc., sister company to Motor Trike Inc., says it will resume production of the Stallion trike, with deliveries beginning in October.The Stallion is designed and built in the U.S. with an MSRP starting at $33,995. Standard fe ... [ Published May 18 2012 by Dealer News ]

Entities: Afton (Iowa, United States), Gatesville (Texas, United States), Cherokee (Iowa, United States), Greer (United States), Granville (Ohio, United States)

First Reported May 09 2012 - Updated May 09 2012 - 1 Documents

Toyota Motor Corporation

River Rat Motorsports moves to larger digs in Kingman

Motorcycle dealership to renovate former Toyota car dealer site ... [ Published May 09 2012 by Dealer News ]

Entities: Toyota Motor Corporation

First Reported May 09 2012 - Updated May 09 2012 - 1 Documents

Fundraising shirts now available to support ISDE

Support the 2012 International Six Days Enduro American squad with a U.S. team shirt ... [ Published May 09 2012 by Dealer News ]

Entities: Fundraising, United States

First Reported May 02 2012 - Updated May 02 2012 - 1 Documents

Piaggio

Pony Powersports adds Kawasaki franchise

Pony Powersports, the 2011 Top 100 Dealer of the Year based in Westerville, Ohio, has added Kawasaki to its multi-vehicle brand lineup."This is a lifelong dream for Cory Atwood, chief financial officer of Pony Powersports Group and Iron Pony Motorsports," ... [ Published May 02 2012 by Dealer News ]

Entities: Iron, Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia

First Reported May 01 2012 - Updated May 01 2012 - 1 Documents

Ducati Motor Holdings SpA

Powersports industry rallies to aid injured San Diego dealer Paul Lima

The powersports industry is rallying to the aid of Paul Lima, founder of GP Motorcycles, a renowned multiline dealership in San Diego.Known as “San Diego’s all-European Motorcycle Dealership,” GP Motorcycles encompasses Ducati of San Diego and San Diego ... [ Published May 01 2012 by Dealer News ]

Entities: Lima (Peru), San Diego (California, United States), Ducati Motor Holdings SpA, Moto Guzzi, MV Agusta SpA

First Reported May 01 2012 - Updated May 01 2012 - 1 Documents

MotoStance helps sportbikes make a stand

MotoStance introduces the new M-1 front paddock stand. Designed for today’s modern sportbike, the M-1 Stand is constructed from heavy-duty rolled steel with reinforced internal steel plugs for added strength and durability.One-piece construction makes ... [ Published May 01 2012 by Dealer News ]

Entities: Dennis Johnson, Steel, Corrosion, Zinc, Durability

First Reported Apr 30 2012 - Updated Apr 30 2012 - 1 Documents

CRIME WATCH: Grand Rapids police seeking sportbike theft ring

Authorities in Grand Rapids, Mich., are warning sportbike riders to take extra precautions to secure their motorcycles.The Grand Rapids Police Department told WOOD TV one motorcycle a month is stolen on average in the Grand Rapids area, but recently a ... [ Published Apr 30 2012 by Dealer News ]

Entities: Police, Crime

First Reported Apr 19 2012 - Updated Apr 19 2012 - 1 Documents

MTA to distribute Drift action sport camera

Drift Innovation, maker of the Drift HD wearable camera, announced this week that MTA Distributing is now its wholesale powersports distributor for the U.S.The new Drift HD features an integrated LCD screen, a wireless remote control, a 300-degree rotating ... [ Published Apr 19 2012 by Dealer News ]

Entities: Field of View, Louisiana (United States), HD Video, 1080p, Warehouseman

First Reported Apr 12 2012 - Updated Apr 13 2012 - 1 Documents

Baja Motorsports again recalls dirtbikes for fire hazard

More fire incidents have prompted Baja Motorsports to issue a second recall warning for its off-road motorcycles.The original recall notice was issued in March 2011. At issue is a leaking fuel tank, which can lead to a fire.Baja reportedly has received ... [ Published Apr 12 2012 by Dealer News ]

Entities: fire, Vermont Institute of Natural Science, Pep Boys, Consumer Product Safety Commission

First Reported Apr 05 2012 - Updated Apr 05 2012 - 1 Documents

Powersports dealers weather Texas tornadoes

Plenty of near-misses but no damage at the motorcycle and ATV dealerships we contacted ... [ Published Apr 05 2012 by Dealer News ]

Entities: Tornado

First Reported Apr 05 2012 - Updated Apr 05 2012 - 1 Documents

SkyLINK locator expands into powersports market

Dealer-installed motorcycle tracking system uses GPS, satellite and wireless ... [ Published Apr 05 2012 by Dealer News ]

Quotes

...dream for Cory Atwood, chief financial officer of Pony Powersports Group and Iron Pony Motorsports," stated brand director Scott Holbrooks. "He was a 16-year-old motocross racer riding a Kawasaki when he joined Iron Pony 22 years ago. There is pride when he talks about bringing together a couple of things he deeply cares about. Cory’s enthusiasm for Pony Powersports and the Kawasaki brand are deep rooted. For Cory this isn’t just a business opportunity; it is life coming full circle."

Pony Powersports adds Kawasaki franchise [Dealer News - May 02 2012]

"Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dirt bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair" the agency stated. The South Carolina-based firm can be reached at (888) 863-2252

Baja Motorsports again recalls dirtbikes for fire hazard [Dealer News - Apr 12 2012]