BMW Motorrad USA has announced the opening of BMW Motorcycles of Concord, California. The dealership — now operating at 1240 Willow Pass Road — has relocated to a larger, completely ...
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When it comes to product knowledge, how trained are you?
BY NAPOLEON TETRAULT Previously we have spoken about selling, selling profitably (margins), helping people buy, asking questions and providing value to your customers, among many other topics. This is all, ...
Read More »Moto Guzzi V7 III Limited revealed; numbered to 500 units
In the charming setting of Biarritz, France, before thousands of bikers who came together for the traditional Wheels and Waves event, Moto Guzzi unveiled the new Moto Guzzi V7 III ...
Read More »Dealer to run for mayor
The Laconia Daily Sun in New Hampshire reports that Republican Steven Whalley, owner of HK Powersports, has filed to run for mayor of the city. HK Powersports has locations in ...
Read More »Kawasaki engine plant donates Jet Skis to local groups
Maryville, Missouri-based Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing, U.S.A. has donated two Kawasaki Jet Ski Ultra LX models to the Maryville Department of Public Safety, Police and Fire Department to help them patrol ...
Read More »Indian confirms production of FTR 1200 for release in 2019
Indian Motorcycle has put months of public speculation to rest. On Saturday at the Wheels & Waves festival in France, the iconic American motorcycle company confirmed that an FTR 1200, ...
Read More »Outside the Box – Part 1: My City Rides
BY SCOTT HOCHMUTH Visitors to cities in Europe quickly notice the popularity of motorcycles and scooters, which line and occupy nearly every street. Narrow roads, limited parking and the expense ...
Read More »Report: dealership acquires new location
Hicklin Powersports acquired Ames, Iowa-based Fenders Honda’s stock and took over its building lease, according to a report from the Ames Tribune. “We saw an opportunity to grow our business ...
Read More »Iowa motorcycle dealer reflects on successful career
Bill Phillips Sales in Council Bluffs, Iowa, took on many successful franchises over his long career, including Suzuki in 1966 and Moto Guzzi in 1968 before adding Kawasaki and Arctic ...
Read More »BMW Motorrad to host demo rides at BMW MOA International rally
BMW Motorrad USA will roll into Des Moines, Iowa with its distinctive demo truck and motorcycle apparel display for the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America (MOA) International Rally, July 12-15. ...
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