Industry Reports

Red Shift 468 Cam for Milwaukee 8® Engines

New from Red Shift Cams® is the 468 bolt-in grind for 107 and 114" Milwaukee 8® engines. The 468 delivers significant improvements in power and throttle response right where you ride. The Red Shift 468 is designed to compliment the M8® heads' high intake flow while its unique design overcomes the restrictive exhaust port for big gains in both torque and horsepower. The 468 provides instant acceleration below 2,000 RPM while pulling strong to 6,000 – really shining in the 2,000-4,000 RPM cruising range. Cranking compression is unchanged for easy starting, and proprietary Red Shift Cams® ramp design delivers quiet…
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AIMExpo presented by Nationwide Opens in Columbus with New Model Introductions from Industry’s Most Prominent Manufacturers

A Total of 14 OEM's Present to Attending Media COLUMBUS, Ohio (September 21, 2017) - The fifth American International Motorcycle Expo presented by Nationwide (AIMExpo) opened its doors inside the Greater Columbus Convention Center on Thursday as thousands of dealers and industry attendees visited the 500 exhibitors that filled the show floor and AIMExpo Outdoors! Highlighting the activities on Thursday were presentations from 14 manufacturers, both inside the Media Hub and on the exhibitor floor. After the “The Future Starts Here” keynote address featuring Harley-Davidson CEO Matt Levatich and Polaris CEO Scott Wine got the morning underway, Kawasaki took the…
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AIMExpo is heading to Columbus, Ohio!

AIMExpo is heading to Columbus, Ohio! In past years AIMExpo has always taken place in Orlando, Florida, but this year they're switching it up and heading to Columbus, Ohio for 2017! With more exhibitors than ever before, including Harley Davidson, Honda, Yamaha, Indian, Kawasaki, Suzuki and many more, it's gonna be a blast. Sena will be showcasing upcoming products such as the Momentum Smart Helmet series (Including our long-awaited INC helmet) and the revolutionary 30K Mesh Intercom Communication Device. You won't want to miss out on this year's show, see you all out in Ohio at booth #1311! The show…
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The Recidivist won 1st place in the “PRO Class” in the H-D Museum Custom Bike Show

During the Labor Day Rally Weekend (30.08-03.09.2017), the biggest motorcycle event organized annually in Milwaukee by the Harley-Davidson Museum, built by the Polish company Game Over Cycles motorcycle called The Recidivist won 1st place in the "PRO Class” in the H-D Museum Custom Bike Show, one of the largest custom bike shows in the US. The show was held on the 3rd of September 2017 and the award was presented to the company by Bill Davidson, Vice-President of the Harley-Davidson Museum and his father - legendary H-D motorcycle designer Willie G. Davidson, the grandson of one of the founders of…
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Mt. Cheaha H-D Rumble on the Loop_August 2017

Mt. Cheaha Harley Davidson’s 3rd Annual Block Party Mt. Cheaha H-D threw a fantastic bash the end of August, with their 3rd Annual “Rumble on the Loop” block party in Oxford, Alabama. Estimates put the total Friday night- Saturday attendance between 600-800 across both days. Rumble opened with a Friday night “Kick-Off Party” featuring the legendary JB Walker & The Cheap Whiskey Band. Saturday saw several southeastern regional acts take the stage, Buck Wild among others. The day included a bike show and live auction which raised over $1500 for the local Meals on Wheels organization. Vendors of every kind…
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FIN® RECOVERS 2017 KAWASAKI NINJA ZX14R SUPERSPORT MOTORCYCLE IN ENCLOSED VAN

DAVIE, FL - The Find It Now USA theft recovery team received notice of a stolen 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX14R Supersport Motorcycle. Using the Find It Now GPS Security Device installed at vehicle purchase in Miami, FL, a theft recovery expert was able to track and pinpoint the stolen Kawasaki to an apartment complex approx. 15 miles from the theft location. Upon arrival, responding deputies initially could not find the motorcycle in plain sight. The FIN recovery team relayed specific GPS coordinates, which ultimately led to an enclosed van in the exact spot. Upon opening the van, the stolen motorcycle,…
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NEW CHASSIS, ENGINE & DESIGN: HARLEY-DAVIDSON INTRODUCES NEXT CUSTOM REVOLUTION WITH EIGHT NEW ICONIC SOFTAIL MOTORCYCLES

Largest-Ever Product Development Project Launches Harley-Davidson into its 115th Anniversary Year MILWAUKEE (Aug. 22, 2017) – To celebrate Harley-Davidson’s 115th Anniversary year, the Motor Company is launching a custom revolution: Eight all-new Softail® models that merge the hard-riding performance of the Dyna® line with the unparalleled custom look of the Softail line. Designed under the largest product development project in company history, the new bikes compared to prior year models feature a stiffer and significantly lighter frame built to harness the pulse-quickening torque of the new dual-counterbalanced Milwaukee-Eight® 107 and 114 engines. With high-performance dual-bending valve front suspension and an…
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FIN® Recovers Two Yamaha Waverunners

OPA-LOCKA, FL - The Find It Now USA theft recovery team received notice of 2 stolen 2017 Yamaha EX Deluxe WaveRunners. Both WaveRunners were on the same trailer, which was stolen from a residence in Miami, FL. Utilizing the Find It Now GPS Security device installed on each at the time of purchase from North Miami Motorsports, a FIN® theft recovery expert was able to track and pinpoint the exact location of both stolen WaveRunners, along with the dual trailer, in the back yard of an unknown residence in Opa-locka, FL.   After FIN received continuous motion alerts at the…
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Harley-Davidson Announces Second Quarter 2017 Results

Company Delivered Strong Margins, Retail Sales Lower Than Expected MILWAUKEE, July 18, 2017 – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) second quarter 2017 diluted EPS decreased 4.5 percent to $1.48 compared to $1.55 in the second quarter of 2016. Second quarter net income was $258.9 million on consolidated revenue of $1.77 billion versus net income of $280.4 million on consolidated revenue of $1.86 billion for the same period in 2016. “We are pleased with our ability to deliver strong margins in the quarter despite challenging market conditions, particularly in the U.S.,” said Matt Levatich, president and CEO, Harley-Davidson. “Given U.S. industry challenges in…
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SENA ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF 20S EVO MOTORCYCLE BLUETOOTH COMMUNICATION DEVICE

The 20s Evo is the Next Generation of Sena’s Industry Leading 20s, Improving upon many of the Device’s Features   IRVINE, Calif. (July 6, 2017) – Sena, the global leader in Bluetooth innovation for the motor, action and outdoor sport lifestyles, has announced today the release of the 20S EVO. The 20S EVO is the next generation of Sena’s top of the line 20S, the leading Bluetooth communicator for the powersports industry. Sena has reinforced and improved many of the most prominent features of the original device with the release of the 20S EVO, ensuring the top of the line…
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THE DEBATE ABOUT LOVE JUGS OIL COOLING POWER IS OVER

LOVE JUGS CLAIM TO BE THE MOST EFFICIENT AND POWERFUL V-TWIN ENGINE AND OIL COOLER IS NOW VERIFIED BY AN UNIMPEACHABLE LAB TEST Love Jugs recently announced the results of an independent test conducted by AMSOIL to determine the oil cooling power of Love Jugs, if any. The bottom line result determined that Love Jugs keeps the oil cooler than any cooling device of any kind - hands down and bar none. Oil temperatures at idle and in slow riding conditions tested 53.2 degrees cooler with Love Jugs on rather than off, and engine head cooling exceeded claims by over…
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Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Title Sponsor – 2017 Las Vegas Motorcycle Hall of Fame

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas BikeFest announces the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) as Title Sponsor of the 2017 Las Vegas Motorcycle Hall of Fame. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is the official destination marketing organization for Las Vegas promoting tourism, conventions, meetings and special events. "I cannot think of a better partner to sponsor the Las Vegas Motorcycle Hall of Fame than the organization whose job it is to promote the City of Las Vegas", states Mindi Cherry, Vice President and Show Manager of Las Vegas BikeFest. "We are excited to partner with Las Vegas…
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DARE TO GET LOST

A bivouac, your reliable companion on your journeys, providing the necessary shelter and let you enjoy the outdoors the purest way possible. The bivouac uses the motorcycle as a part of the supporting structure to reduce the package size to a minimum.
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TC Road Gear – Eclectic Ladies Chaps

I love the opportunity to talk with people who are successful motorcycle clothing entrepreneurs. It’s enlightening to see the focus, the drive, the vision, and the purpose as to why they start a company to produce a product that motorcyclists love, enjoy, and want to wear everytime they are out on the bike! Well, I had the delightful opportunity to speak with two incredible businessmen that have the unique vision and purpose that I just adore!   Konstantin Dolgan and Tommy Gay are visionaries in their respective field of profession. Konstantin started the LA New Product Development Team. It is…
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Robert Lighthizer confirmed as U.S. Trade Representative

American Motorcyclist Association demands immediate action on proposed tariff  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association took immediate action upon the Senate confirmation of Robert Lighthizer as U.S. Trade Representative, sending Lighthizer a letter demanding he remove European motorcycles from a tariff proposal related to U.S. beef exports. The AMA also called on its members to inundate Lighthizer with their objections to a plan to place a 100 percent tariff on motorcycles imported from the European Union with an engine size between 51cc and 500cc. The European motorcycles were included in a long list of items that would be the…
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Roll with Us: Ace Cafe Orlando Sets World Premier for May 19

Grand opening weekend for the first Ace Cafe in the USA features cool cars and hot bikes, charity ride, motorcycle raffle, special guests, free rock ‘n roll concerts, site-wide giveaways, activities, and more ORLANDO, FL – Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines: Ace Cafe Orlando, the first North American location of the celebrated London-based cafe, makes its world debut on Friday, May 19. Guests are invited to kick-start the grand opening weekend of the all-new, full-throttle, rock ‘n roll destination Ace Cafe with a cuppa coffee and tea when the Ace officially opens its doors to the public on Friday…
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