Industry Reports

Top Dawg Electronics Announces the release of The MOTOPROCAM DUAL WIFI CAM for Motorcycles

Top Dawg Electronics Announces the release of The MOTOPROCAM DUAL WIFI CAM for Motorcycles     Austin, TX – Locally owned Top Dawg Electronics announced today that it will be releasing the latest technology in motorcycle camera systems. President and CEO Jared Jolly expects this dual camera system to revolutionize the safety of motorcyclists and disrupt the Moto Vloging world. The Moto Pro system will deliver high-quality videos for either day or night time riding. The MotoPro system has dual 1080 front and back cameras that have G-Sensor capability which freezes videos from continuous loop to record accidents, so now…
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ATV Safety Institute Urges Families to Sign Up for Free, Hands-On Safety Training 

During Its Fifth Annual ATV Safety Week June 1-10   IRVINE, Calif., March 23, 2018 – The ATV Safety Institute will provide free rider training for the fifth straight year during ATV Safety Week June 1-10, 2018. The ASI is working with partners across America who are volunteering to provide safety education and conduct free half-day, hands-on ATV RiderCourses led by ASI licensed instructors.   “We invite everyone with an ATV to take the first step toward safe ATV riding by taking the ATV RiderCourse. Come out to a local range, meet the instructors, have some fun, and learn. We’re…
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THE MOMENTUM SMART HELMET SERIES, INCLUDING THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED INC HELMET, HAS BEGUN SHIPPING

Sena Announces the Initial Shipments of the Bluetooth Integrated Momentum, Momentum Lite, and Momentum Inc Smart Helmets March 19, 2018 – Shipping has begun for the long-awaited Momentum, Momentum INC, and Momentum Lite Smart Helmets. Sena has engineered this line of full-face helmets from the ground up and for the first time riders will be able to hear our industry-leading technology the way it was meant to be heard, with the ideal integration of Sena’s technology creating an unrivaled audio experience. Momentum: The first of its kind Momentum takes our top of the line 20S technology and packs it into a…
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NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON FORTY-EIGHT SPECIAL AND IRON 1200 SPORTSTERS FUSE THROW-BACK DESIGN WITH MODERN PERFORMANCE

High Handlebars, Cool Graphics, and Garage-Built Attitude MILWAUKEE – Harley-Davidson adds to the long legacy of its Sportster motorcycle line with the introduction of the Iron 1200 and Forty-Eight Special models. The latest in a line of 100 high-impact motorcycles the company plans to introduce by 2027, these new high-bar Sportsters combine throw-back styling trends from the custom-bike scene with the solid foundation of the Sportster platform and the punchy performance of the Evolution 1200 V-Twin engine. Since its introduction in 1957, Sportster motorcycles have been repeatedly reimagined, in the hands of both the Motor Company and bike owners: The…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON INVESTS IN ALTA MOTORS; COMPANIES WILL COLLABORATE ON FUTURE ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

Collaboration Will Advance Application of EV Motorcycle Technology and Expand Electric Motorcycle Marketplace Combining Instant Torque and Quick Acceleration with Intuitive and Dynamic Motorcycle Design MILWAUKEE (March 1, 2018) – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) announced today that it has made an equity investment in Alta Motors, a leader and innovator in lightweight electric vehicles, and that the two companies will collaborate on electric motorcycle technology and new product development. “Earlier this year, as part of our 10-year strategy, we reiterated our commitment to build the next generation of Harley-Davidson riders, in part, by aggressively investing in electric vehicle (EV) technology,”…
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Kick Off Daytona Bike Week with Rinehart Racing

Arden, NC - March 1, 2018 - Rinehart Racing® is preparing to make their presence heard at the 77th Bike Week in Daytona Beach, Florida. Rinehart Racing will be in the midst of the action all week long to equip riders with American pipes for their American bikes. Rinehart Racing’s Bike Week headquarters will be at Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona®, where the Rinehart rig will be setup and open for business from March 7th through March 18th. Harley-Davidson® and Indian® riders are invited to visit the Rinehart rig and experience the legendary Rinehart Racing sound firsthand.   “Choosing an aftermarket…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES 115TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION PLANS

Ride into Milwaukee on Labor Day Weekend for the Motorcycle Party of the Year MILWAUKEE (February 27, 2018) Milwaukee will be the center of the motorcycle universe over Labor Day weekend when Harley-Davidson riders and fans gather for the culmination of a year-long celebration of 115 years of riding freedom and the city’s most-iconic brand. Plans for the Harley-Davidson® 115th Anniversary Milwaukee Celebration, set for August 29 – September 2, include new venues, first-ever motorcycle racing and an unmatched taste of moto-culture. “Harley-Davidson is gearing up to celebrate 115 years of the world’s best motorcycles here in Milwaukee,” said Bill…
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Rinehart Racing Energizes Brand with the Help of Acorn Woods Communications

Asheville, NC - January 16, 2018 - Rinehart Racing® has enlisted motorcycle industry marketing agency Acorn Woods Communications to introduce new customers to the legendary exhaust manufacturer known for innovative style, reliable performance, and exceptional customer service. “As the marketplace continues to evolve, it was important that we find a marketing partner that understands our consumers and can deliver our core message,” stated Rinehart Racing Owner & CEO, Judd Hollifield. “People are the heart of our company, from our employees and dealers to our customers. Together with Acorn Woods we look forward to sharing the Rinehart culture with the motorcycling…
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Compass Expeditions 103 day Asian Overland Expedition

103-day Asian Overland Expedition by Compass Expeditions Compass Expeditions is excited to announce its newest addition to its major expedition program, the Asian Overland Expedition. “Due to public demand we have created this new exciting 103-day expedition that begins in Darwin and ends in Beijing”, says co-­‐founder Mick McDonald. “We have many clients who have done all of our major expeditions, some doing the same expedition twice, and it was with these people in mind we have decided to launch this new amazing expedition that traverses two hemispheres and promises to become one of our most epic journeys”, continues Mick.…
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Las Vegas BikeFest® 2017 Rally Recap

LAS VEGAS: More than 30,000 bikers and motorcycle enthusiasts from nearly all 50 states and 12 other countries cruised into town for the 17th Annual Las Vegas BikeFest, October 5-8. The rally was four action-packed days filled with entertainment, contests, bike shows, MMA fights, Uncle Kracker performing live, and demo rides from Indian Motorcycles. With the addition of Rally West, located at 3rd and Fremont Street, attendees had, even more, options for shopping for the latest in motorcycle parts and accessories, apparel, and more.     "Our goal every year is to continue to keep the rally growing and the…
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NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORT GLIDE MELDS STREET-CARVING AGILITY WITH LONG-HAUL CAPABILTY

All-New Softail Chassis and Milwaukee-Eight 107 Engine Deliver a Dynamic Riding Experience MILWAUKEE (November 7, 2017) – The new Harley-Davidson® Sport Glide™ motorcycle is a quick-change artist, an aggressive factory-custom cruiser outfitted with a detachable fairing and saddlebags ideally suited for touring , cruising or commuting. The versatile Sport Glide owns the curb on bike night and is ready for short- or long-distance weekend runs. The ninth model based on the all-new Harley-Davidson Softail® platform and the latest in a line of 100 high-impact motorcycles the company plans to introduce by 2027, the Sport Glide presents an engaging combination of…
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SENA, MOTORCYCLE COMMUNICATIONS LEADER, RELEASES THE FIRST EVER BLUETOOTH INTEGRATED HALF-HELMET

The Cavalry Half Helmet comes fully equipped with Bluetooth 4.1 technology in a sleek and easy to use half-helmet design.   IRVINE, Calif. (February 1, 2017) – Sena Technologies, Inc., the global leader in Bluetooth innovation for the motorsports, action sports and outdoor sports lifestyles, has announced today the release of the new Cavalry Helmet. The Cavalry is a motorcycle half-helmet with Bluetooth technology integrated to meet the connectivity needs of those motorcycle riders who prefer the low-profile helmet style. With its sleek design and simple functionality, the Sena Cavalry is changing the game for riders everywhere. Forget the hassle…
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Harley-Davidson Announces Third Quarter 2017 Results

U.S. Market Share Up, Improved U.S. Dealer Inventory MILWAUKEE, Oct. 17, 2017 – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) third quarter 2017 diluted EPS decreased to $0.40 from $0.64 in the third quarter of 2016. Third quarter net income was $68.2 million on consolidated revenue of $1.15 billion versus net income of $114.1 million on consolidated revenue of $1.27 billion in the third quarter of 2016. “The continued weakness in the U.S. motorcycle industry only heightens our resolve and the intensity we are bringing to the quest to build the next generation of Harley-Davidson riders,” said Matt Levatich, president and CEO, Harley-Davidson, Inc. “Launching…
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SENA, MOTORCYCLE COMMUNICATIONS LEADER, RELEASES THE FIRST EVER BLUETOOTH INTEGRATED HALF-HELMET

The Cavalry Half Helmet comes fully equipped with Bluetooth 4.1 technology in a sleek and easy to use half-helmet design.   IRVINE, Calif. (February 1, 2017) – Sena Technologies, Inc., the global leader in Bluetooth innovation for the motorsports, action sports and outdoor sports lifestyles, has announced today the release of the new Cavalry Helmet. The Cavalry is a motorcycle half-helmet with Bluetooth technology integrated to meet the connectivity needs of those motorcycle riders who prefer the low-profile helmet style. With its sleek design and simple functionality, the Sena Cavalry is changing the game for riders everywhere. Forget the hassle…
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19th Annual Motorcycle Industry Council Communications Symposium: Disrupting the Status Quo, Shaking Things Up

Speakers to Share Ideas, New Approaches to Attract Broader Market   IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 12, 2017 – Shaking things up, doing things differently in a fast-changing market will be front and center at the 19th annual Motorcycle Industry Council Communications Symposium, Nov. 15, in Carson, Calif. The packed morning and afternoon programs have several first-time symposium speakers, as well as returning favorites of the industry, sharing new ideas that members can use plus informative market data and the latest sales forecasts. “Everyone knows our world is rapidly changing and we have to be disruptive, embracing new ways and evolving with…
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Motus, the Beauty is a Beast

Four years ago, two friends in Birmingham, Alabama lit a stick of moto dynamite, called it Motus, and tossed it right out in the middle of the motorcycle sport touring pond. The shock waves have been emanating outward ever since. Lee Conn and Brian Case had a dream—a truly American dream. Build the ultimate, do-everything street bike, from scratch, with an all-new proprietary engine and chassis, that would perfectly blend three core principles- performance, comfort, and range. And Motus Motorcycles was born. Brian and Lee didn't come to the task empty-handed. Brian had spent quality time at Confederate Motorcycles, having…
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