Powersports Business back issues from September 2005:
Sturgis traffic down 4%.(motorcycle rally of Sturgis)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Automatic traffic counters operated by the South Dakota Department of Transportation (DOT) at entry points to the City of Sturgis showed traffic in the area during the 65th annual motorcycle rally, Aug. 8-14, fell by 4% compared to last year. The counters, set up at 22 locations ...
EU may change MC licensing.(European Union, Third European Driving License Directive, motorcycle licenses )(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005 ... The European Union's Third European Driving License Directive, due to be implemented in 2011, is an attempt to reduce accidents by 50% by harmonizing motorcycle licenses across Europe. The directive includes proposals to raise the minimum age from 17 to 19 for motorcycles larger ...
Erico rents scooters.(HOTNEWS)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Erico Motorsports, Denver, has launched a Scooter Rental Program. The venture was begun with a fleet of new 49cc Piaggio Typhoons. If the renter chooses to ...
Eight firms chase BMW.(HOTNEWS)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Eight agencies are bidding for BMW's U.S. advertising account, and a decision is expected this year. The winning agency will manage an ongoing account of ...
AIH picks marketing exec.(HOTNEWS)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Dave Marshall has been tapped as marketing director at Fort Worth-based American Iron-Horse Motorcycle Co. Marshall ...
Snow study expensive.(snowmobile access too costly)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Yellowstone National Park officials estimate that the latest study concerning snowmobile access will cost $2 million to $3 million. Between 1996 and this year, the National Park Service has paid an estimated $6.9 million for several studies on the issue, including an ...
KAWI supports MMI.(HOTNEWS)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., Irvine, Calif., has delivered eight new motorcycles and 18 new engines to the Motorcycle ...
Polaris completes KTM stock deal.
Sep 05, 2005; ... COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Polaris Industries Inc. completed its purchase of 24.9% interest in KTM Power Sports AG and three days later, on Aug. 21, KTM officials discussed the deal with retailers assembled here for the brand's annual North American business meeting. [ILLUSTRATION ...
KTM officials explain Polaris deal.(KTM North America Inc., Polaris Industries Inc.)
Sep 05, 2005; ... KTM officials explained the Polaris deal to many of the Austrian brands 435 U.S. and Canadian dealers during KTM North America, Inc.'s (KTM NA) annual business meeting, held here Aug. 21-23. Speaking to dealers, KTM NA Vice President of Finance Jon-Erik Burleson said potential ...
Utility vehicle market on major upswing.(Trendline)
Sep 05, 2005; ... EDITOR'S NOTE: Powersports Business and Power Product Marketing (PPM), the Minneapolis research firm, have been following the North American utility vehicle (UTV) market for several years. UTVs encompass a broad number of vehicle types. Probably the two most important considerations are ...
Scooters rapidly catching on with U.S. consumers.
Sep 05, 2005; ... Scooters have long been a popular form of transportation in most of the world, particularly the Far East, India, Latin America and European countries such as Italy, Spain and France. Their popularity stems from not only their affordability and relative mechanical simplicity, but also their ...
LS MotorSports.(Company Profile)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Introduction LS MotorSports focuses on offering the best products in the industry, sold through a strong dealer network, to establish the industry standard in product performance and customer satisfaction. LS Motorsports is a privately held company which holds the exclusive ...
Choosing an additional motorsports line or a new dealer start up? Our product line will turn your business into a profit center.
Sep 05, 2005 ... KYMCO Xciting 500 Introducing the KYMCO Xciting 500. Scooter to the max. The 499cc, DOHC liquid cooled engine delivers an excellent cruising speed and plenty of passing power while the CVT transmission provides stepless acceleration from a stand still all the way up to cruising ...
Genuine Scooter Company.(Product/Service Evaluation)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Introduction Genuine Scooter Company's Stella is the only "modern vintage" scooter on the market today. Combining up-to-date technology with old school all-metal construction, the Stella offers authentic vintage vibe without sacrificing modern performance and reliability ....
TGB Motocicli Veloci.(Product/Service Evaluation)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Introduction TGB posted record sales in the USA during the 2005 buying season because of a strong demand for its 49cc and 151cc scooters. The demand for the high-quality, fuel efficient scooters that are manufactured in Taiwan, and distributed by Cobra Powersports, has increased ...
Twist N' Go.(Product/Service Evaluation)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Introduction Twist N' Go--This well recognized line of scooters is selectively distributed thru a nationwide network of high quality, full service dealers. The Twist N' Go brand and dealer network continue to grow due to attractive pricing and abundant features that are ...
Fox cautious about growth.(Fred Fox, chairman and founder, Parts Unlimited Inc. and Drag Specialties)
Sep 05, 2005; ... MADISON, Wis. -- Fred Fox, chairman and founder of Parts Unlimited and Drag Specialties, said the huge distributor is taking a conservative look at its growth prospects over the next 18 months because of possible storm clouds on the economic horizon. Still, the Parts/Drag operation is ...
New book tells frightening story about Enron.(From The Editor)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Anyone interested in business or the stock market knows the story of Enron. Or thinks he does. Enron was the once high flying energy company based in Houston. One of the largest companies in the world, it was the darling of the investment community. Its common stock was selling for nearly ...
Giant Motorsports 2Q sales up 57%.(DIGEST)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Giant Motorsports Inc., Salem, Ohio, reported net sales for its second quarter ended June 30, 2005, of $35.8 million, up from $22.7 million for the same period in 2004. Second quarter net income was $1.09 million, or 10 cents per diluted share, compared to net income of $206,119, or 2 ...
GE to acquire E*TRADE unit.(DIGEST)
Sep 05, 2005 ... GE Consumer Finance, the consumer lending unit of General Electric Company, said it plans to acquire E*TRADE Consumer Finance Corporation, an affiliate of E*TRADE FINANCIAL Corp., which provides consumer financing solutions for powersports vehicles, RVs and marine products. The ...
HSBC, Polaris modify relationship.(DIGEST)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Polaris Industries Inc., Medina, Minn., and HSBC Bank Nevada, (formerly Household Bank, N.A.) have negotiated a new multi-year contract. Under the agreement, which took effect Aug. 1, 2005, provides for income to be paid to HSBC will begin to manage the Polaris ...
BMW financial lauded by J.D. Power.(DIGEST)
Sep 05, 2005 ... BMW Financial Services, a BMW Group company that provides financial services to buyers of BMW brand vehicles, including motorcycles, has been ranked highest in dealer satisfaction with both prime retail credit and retail leasing in the J.D. Power and Associates Dealer Financing ...
Cycle Country 3Q earnings drop.(Cycle Country Accessories Corp.)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Cycle Country Accessories Corp., Milford, Iowa., manufacturer of ATV accessories, saw its earnings for the third quarter ended June 30, 2005, drop to $29,554 on sales of $3.3 million, compared to earnings of $195,407 on sales of $4,067,499 for the same period in 2004. Company ...
Riddell Bell earnings climb.(Riddell Bell Holdings Inc.)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Riddell Bell Holdings, Inc. (RBH), Dallas, reported increased earnings for the second quarter ended July 2, 2005, of $3.5 million on net sales of $103.78 million. This compares to earnings of $1.2 million on sales of $33.69 million for the second quarter 2004. Company officials said entry ...
OEMs, aftermarket adapt to low snow, declining unit sales.(original equipment manufacturers)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005 ... In this issue of Powersports Business, we talk with vehicle manufacturers, aftermarket companies and dealers in an attempt to get an accurate look at the issues affecting the snowmobile industry, which has dealt with nearly a decade of poor conditions in many parts of the United States' ...
New snowmobile sales drop again.
Sep 05, 2005; ... It's a recurring theme in the snowmobile business: As the snow goes, so go sled sales. North America suffered through yet another sub-par winter in 2004-05, marking the eighth consecutive year that vast stretches of the continent have received less than average snowfall. And not ...
PG & A business steady despite unit sales.(parts, garments and accessories, snowmobiles)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Despite the fact that new snowmobile sales continue to slide, many aftermarket companies in the sledding world are still making money. In addition, OEM parts, garments and accessories (PG & A) departments are staying strong, with one factory representative estimating his company's PG & A ...
Market this: selling snowmobiling.
Sep 05, 2005; ... For sheer thrills, snowmobile officials insist there's nothing like riding a sled. "I love watching someone get off a snowmobile for the first time," says Eric Lindquist. Polaris' general manager for snowmobiles. "Across powersports, there's nothing that compares to the exhilaration of ...
OEM snowmobile lineup for 2006.(original equipment manufacturers)
Sep 05, 2005 ... ARCTIC CAT PERFORMANCE F5 Firecat F5 Firecat Sno Pro F6 Firecat EFI F6 Firecat EFI Sno Pro F6 Firecat EFI R F7 Firecat F7 Firecat Sno Pro F7 Firecat EFI F7 Firecat EFI Sno ...
Snowmobile market directory.(FOCUS: SNOWMOBILE OUTLOOK)(Directory)
Sep 05, 2005 ... AAEN Performance (MD) 316 Sheridan Road, Racine, WI, 53403 262-552-8981 FAX: 262/552-5312 aaenperf@wi.net www.aaenperformance.com Manufacturer and distributor of exhaust systems, silencers, roller clutches, and clutch kits. AD Boivin ...
Record entries at 20th annual Loretta Lynn's.(all terrain vehicle racing)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Nearly 1,000 ATV riders lined up at the Moose/ITP GNC MX Nationals at Loretta Lynn's in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] As the 20th anniversary celebration of ATV GNC racing at Loretta's kicked off, riders showed their support for a series ...
Quadmasters event nearing completion.(all terrain vehicle racing, Quadmasters National ATV Challenge Tour )(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... With five events on the schedule, the Quadmasters National ATV Challenge Tour is nearing season's end. The final event will take place Sept. 24-25 in Sauk Rapids, Minn. The event is open to anyone who wishes to test their ATV riding skills against specific courses that are designed to ...
Yasufuku opens in Nebraska.(ATV Digest)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Yasufuku USA, a subsidiary of Japan's Yasufuku Rubber Industries, Ltd. has opened an 80,000 sq. ft. facility in Lincoln, Neb. Yasufuku makes more than 3,000 rubber and plastic parts for use in products ranging from automobiles to personal watercraft. The company began ...
ITP debuts new tires.(ATV Digest)
Sep 05, 2005; ... The newest tire from ITP is designed to excel at tracks where hardpack conditions develop quickly; think Red Bud or Gatorback. Several top pros were testing or running the tires during the last ...
Natalie wins GNC series.(John Natalie, Grand National Cross Country, all terrain vehicle racing)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Going into the final two rounds of the Moose/ITP GNC MX Nationals, Honda-backed rider John Natalie had all of the pressure lifted from the long season. In early July, Pennsylvania's Natalie had already clinched the Pro-class points championship. In fact, going into the July 2-3 ...
Yamaha's Bill Ballance injured.(all terrain vehicle driver)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... While airing out some jumps at a Yamaha press introduction for the 2006 YFZ450, Bill Ballance crashed and injured his left ankle. Ballance, who is the points leader in the Grand National Cross Country ...
4-H offers ATV-related grants.(ATV Digest)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Working with American Honda Motor Company, Inc. and the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America (SVIA), the 4-H Community ATV Safety Program 2005 youth grant program will provide up to $7,500 to 4-H/Extension groups willing to create or enhance local or state ATV safety projects. ...
Gander Mountain to open in Wichita.(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Powersports dealers in Wichita, Kan., will have a powerful new competitor in the area retailing ATV and marine products once Gander Mountain officially opens its new store on September 9. A St. Paul, Minn.-based sporting goods supplier, Gander Mountain hired 115 people for its ...
KTM: ATV available in 2006.(all terrain vehicles)
Sep 05, 2005; ... KTM annually invests $40 million, or slightly more than 7% of its yearly sales, into racing programs. Backing its marketing tagline of "Ready to race," the company funds off-road motorcycle disciplines, is a supporter of various supermoto series, and recently entered Moto GP competition to ...
Hetrick Racing plans youth ATVs.(Rich Hetrick, all terrain vehicles)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Rich Hetrick, owner of Hetrick Racing of Oil City, Pa., said he plans to build a race-ready 50cc ATV through a collaboration with three other main sponsors. Hetrick said he hopes to offer the youth ATV before the opening of the 2006 GNC National in California, but said EPA ...
Hayward Powersports.(Power Profile)
Sep 05, 2005; ... CONTACT Hayward Powersports 12305 West State Highway 77 Hayward, WI 54843 715 462-3674 www.haywardpowersports.com OWNERS Bryon Schroeder BUSINESS PROFILE Hayward Powersports began 31 ...
Taiwanese cycle exports led by Kymco.(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Taiwan's motorcycle exports jumped 54.9% to $740 million in 2004, according to Taiwan Transportation Vehicle Manufacturers Association. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Kwang Yang Motor's Kymco brand was responsible ...
FAMI holds 4th Safety Seminar.(Federation of Asian Motorcycle Manufacturers )(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... The Federation of Asian Motorcycle Manufacturers (FAMI), in cooperation with the Taiwan Transportation Vehicle Manufacturers Association (TTVMA), held its 4th Road Safety Seminar in Hsinchu City, Taiwan, near Taipei. Taiwan leads the world in the highest number of motorcycles ...
Program markets cycles to 100,000 German youth.(Cycle Update)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Germany's motorcycle industry association, the Industrie Verband Motorrader (IVM), says more than 100,000 young people have visited the organization's Spirit Tour display at various gatherings throughout the country. Devised as a way to introduce motorcycles to young people ...
Monarch Harley-Davidson.(Power Profile)
Sep 05, 2005; ... CONTACT Monarch Harley-Davidson 350 West 800 North Orem, UT, USA 84057 801-224-4070 801-224-8179 (fax) http://www.monarchharleydavidson.com/harley/index.htm OWNERS Family owned corporation BUSINESS ...
Kawasaki 1Q sales up, income down.
Sep 05, 2005 ... Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI), a supplier of railcars, ships, construction machinery and powersports vehicles, reported net income of 1.62 billion yen ($14.64 million) for its first quarter ended June 30, 2005. These results are down from net income of 2.72 billion yen ($24.58 million) ...
Suzuki profit up 1.7% in 1Q.
Sep 05, 2005 ... Japan's Suzuki Motor Corp. posted a net profit of 16.83 billion yen ($152.13 million) for its April to June first quarter, up 1.7% from 16.56 billion yen for the same period in 2004, but maintained the forecast of a 20.7% drop in full-year earnings. Sales were 637.85 billion yen ...
Monarch Honda.
Sep 05, 2005; ... CONTACT Monarch Honda 350 West 800 North Orem, UT, USA 84057 801-224-4070 www.monarchhonda.com OWNERS Family owned corporation BUSINESS PROFILE Monarch Honda recently moved into a ...
Ducati delays 2Q earnings report.(second quarter earning for Ducati Motor Holdings S.p.A.)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Ducati Motor Holding SpA, scheduled to release its second quarter and half-year results on August 5, received an exemption from issuing the report in accordance with European finance law. Ducati, traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the Italian Stock Exchange under symbol ...
IMBC 2006, Jan. 29-Feb. 1.
Sep 05, 2005; ... The 2006 International Marina & Boatyard Conference takes place January 29-February 1, 2006 in Orlando, Fla. IMBC kicks off the evening of January 29 with a reception to be held on the exhibit floor. Two days of professional development seminars will be hosted adjacent to the show floor ...
Powerski continues toward production.(PowerSki International Corp., jetboards)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... PowerSki International Corp. says parts and components are being accumulated to prepare for mass production of the PowerSki Jetboard at the company's assembly facility in San Clemente, Calif. PowerSki officials say the production line currently is undergoing time trials. They ...
PWC riding restricted in Florida.(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... PWC riders on the Halifax and Tomoka rivers in Florida face new federal speed restrictions. The changes include a seasonal slow-speed zone in parts of the Tomoka River, year-round slow-speed zones near the Seabreeze and Dunlawton bridges and a 25-mph limit in the channel of the ...
Kawi's Jet Ski loan program takes off.(Making Waves)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA, says approximately 200 Jet Ski brand watercraft have been loaned to local, state and federal agencies this year, the 16th year the company's personal watercraft public safety loan program has been in operation. Approximately 125 loans have been made by ...
Yamaha U. courses filling fast.(Yamaha University organizes Yamaha Marine's Strategic Dealer Management Symposium)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... More than 300 Yamaha Marine dealership representatives from 214 dealerships have registered for the fall and winter sessions of Yamaha Marine's Strategic Dealer Management Symposium, part of the company's Yamaha University. The sessions will be held November 1-3 in Las Vegas; November ...
Yamaha tips hand for '05.(Yamaha Motor Corporation USA)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Last year, Yamaha set the PWC market on its ear with the introduction of two value-priced four-stroke models. For 2006, the company has chosen to hold off on any earth-shattering new models, but to instead refine the existing lineup. Powersports Business was treated to a sneak peak at the ...
Perry's Yamaha center.(Power Profile)
Sep 05, 2005; ... CONTACT Perry's Yamaha Center 2010 Telephone Road Pascagoula, MS 39567-3350 (228) 762-0280 OWNERS A corporation Steve Perry BUSINESS PROFILE Perry's Yamaha center is one of the oldest Yamaha dealers ...
Lawsuit claims Caribou need more protection.(Selkirk Conservation Alliance )(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... A lawsuit filed by the Selkirk Conservation Alliance against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and U.S. Forest Service seeks to limit snowmobiles from caribou habitat in the Selkirk Mountains. This 450,000 acre area is located in northeastern Washington and northern Idaho, near the ...
Bieda to focus on dealer association.(Bieda Powersports, Canadian Powersports Dealer Association)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Bieda Powersports, Fenwick, Ontario, has cancelled its running of the 2005 Snowmobile World Cup of Grass Drags. It had been scheduled to run on Aug. 20 and 21. World Cup promoters Henry and Stephen Bieda had been-facing declining returns in recent years and decided to focus efforts into ...
Polaris cancels WOW ride.(Way Out Women, snowmobile event)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Polaris Industries, Medina, Minn., has cancelled its 2006 U.S. Way Out Women (WOW) fund raising relay, citing a lack of applicants to snowmobile in the event. Polaris had solicited riders through its Web site, but had an inconsistent response throughout the targeted states. The ...
Light gets Canadian patent.(Snowmobile Report)
Sep 05, 2005; ... Helmetlight Inc., Anchorage, Alaska, has received a Canadian patent for its Lead-Dog Helmet Light. It received a U.S ....
Snow Hawk draws imitators.(snowmobile models by AD Boivin, XtremeSno)
Sep 05, 2005; ... When the AD Boivin Design Inc. introduced its Snow Hawk skinny-track, mono-ski snow bike concept in 2000, it was a head-scratcher as to its marketability. Now five years and several models later, the Snow Hawk has developed a degree of credibility as a race machine and as a ...
Website/catalog showcase: looking for the latest products in the powersports industry?(Advertisement)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Powersports Business presents this WEB SITE/CATALOG showcase of companies that you will want to research. Please take the time to visit these Web sites or circle the reader service number on the accompanying Reader Service Card in this issue. CAMBRIDGE METALS AND PLASTICS ...
Tucker Rocky acquires the FirstGear brand.(DISTRIBUTOR REPORT)
Sep 05, 2005 ... Tucker Rocky Distributing has acquired the FirstGear brand of apparel and accessories from Fairchild Sports, and began handling all inquiries regarding FirstGear sales and distribution as of August 19. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. In late 2003, Texas-based Tucker Rocky ...
TR adds two lines.(DISTRIBUTOR REPORT)
Sep 05, 2005 ... In other news from Tucker Rocky Distributing, the company announced an alliance to market a wireless Bluetooth headset for motorcyclists and signed with Scott USA to distribute Acerbis brand product. Tucker Rocky's deal with Cardo Systems. Inc., a Pittsburgh-based manufacturer ...
TP receives EPA certification.(TP Engineering, Environmental Protection Agency)(Brief Article)
Sep 05, 2005 ... TP Engineering, Anaheim, Calif., received EPA certification which qualifies the company as an OE engine manufacturer in all 50 states. TP says all of its engines are designed, engineered and manufactured in-house. TP's 2005 motor line-up includes 114-inch, 121-inch and 124-inch ...