AMD 255 October 2020

Indian and Bike Shed in Apparel Collection Deal China Import Helmets Escape U.S. Tariffs Through Year's End With its Los Angeles outlet slated to open soon, London, UK based motorcycle lifestyle store, club and event business The Bike Shed has teamed up with Indian Motorcycle to launch an exclusive line-up of lifestyle apparel. "Designed in celebration of motorcycles, motorcycle culture and the soon-to-open Bike Shed Los Angeles destination, the cobranded collection includes a range of men's and women's shirts and hats, along with an exclusive BSMC x Indian Motorcycle sweatshirt and riding jersey. "Brought together through shared values and the idea that there is no wrong way to appreciate motorcycling, Indian Motorcycle and Bike Shed Motorcycle Club believe in creating a welcoming environment for all riders. Whether riding the open road or hanging with friends, Indian Motorcycle and Bike Shed Motorcycle Club exist to fuel the passion of life on two wheels." Reid Wilson, Vice President of Indian Motorcycle, is quoted as saying: "We're proud to collaborate with Bike Shed on this apparel collection and celebrate our love for motorcycles and motorcycle culture. When we found out Bike Shed was opening a clubhouse in the U.S., we knew we wanted to get involved. A special edition apparel collection was a nobrainer, and we're extremely proud to align with Bike Shed as they plan for their opening in Los Angeles." This year, The Bike Shed will "expand its ever-growing community" with the opening of its first-ever U.S. location. "Home to a thriving moto and creative community, Los Angeles' Arts District will soon welcome the highly anticipated Bike Shed Los Angeles: a 30,000 square-foot destination venue, complete with a full-service restaurant, café, bar and lounge, a barbershop, tattoo studio, events space and large retail emporium." "We wanted to align with an American brand that shared our same all-inclusive motorcycle values," said Anthony 'Dutch' van Someren, founder of the Bike Shed Motorcycle Club. "Indian Motorcycle is an iconic and historic brand that has evolved to remain relevant as moto culture has evolved, balancing timeless design and authenticity with modern performance and practicality, bringing new appreciation and customers to the brand and its bikes. "Our clothing collaboration partnership carries those same values, aligning two brands that are as much about community and experience as we are about quality products, made to be fitfor-purpose while carrying timeless style and heritage." To help launch the exclusive apparel collection, Indian Motorcycle and Bike Shed Motorcycle Club tapped renowned bike builder and founder of Brat Style, Go Takamine. Known for his work building and racing classic Indian motorcycles, Takamine exemplifies the deep passion and love for motorcycles and motorcycle culture that the Indian Motorcycle and Bike Shed collaboration represents. The exclusive Indian Motorcycle and Bike Shed Motorcycle Club apparel collection is available at select retail locations and online at IndianMotorcycle.com and TheBikeShed.cc Marc McAllister, President and CEO of Tucker Powersports: "This extension of the helmet tariff exclusion is a great development for our riders and the powersports industry." The Irvine, California based Motorcycle Industry Association (MIC) has announced that lobbying by the MIC and its members, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) is extending the tariff exclusion for a number of Chinese-made helmets through December 31. "This extension of the helmet tariff exclusion is a great development for our riders and the powersports industry," said Marc McAllister, President and CEO of Tucker Powersports. "Tucker is committed to making safety equipment accessible for all riders through all the channels we serve." Scott Schloegel, Senior Vice President of the MIC Government Relations Office (GRO), said: "We should all be pleased about the USTR's decision not to place tariffs on many specific helmets, but we must continue to advocate for excluding additional motorcycle helmets from any tariffs. "The MIC GRO has garnered Congressional support for these exclusions. We'll say again that DOTcompliant helmets must remain affordable for all powersports riders, and placing tariffs on helmets discourages safe riding practices." Slingshot Adds Grand Touring LE Polaris Slingshot has added to its 2020 line-up with the Grand Touring LE. "As a limited-edition model, the Grand Touring LE delivers next-level comfort, style and design. Along with a host of amenities, the Grand Touring LE is highlighted by Slingshot's new 2020 AutoDrive transmission, an automatic-like driving experience without the need for clutching or shifting." "With superior comfort, convenient technology and head-turning styling, the Grand Touring LE transforms daily driving into unforgettable adventures," said Chris Sergeant, Vice President of Polaris Slingshot. "Premium amenities set the Grand Touring LE apart from the rest of the Slingshot line-up, while Slingshot's new ProStar 2.0 l powertrain, AutoDrive transmission and redesigned interior ensures that driving a Slingshot elevates an ordinary commute into an extraordinary driving experience. "Similar to the 2020 SL and R, the Grand Touring LE features 70% all-new vehicle content and Polaris' first four-cylinder engine, the ProStar 2.0 l, and a completely redesigned interior - providing more comfort and convenience with a new steering wheel, gauges and added storage compartments. "Drivers looking to personalize their Grand Touring LE can do so with Slingshot Engineered Accessories, including Slingshot's new heated and cooled seats and Stage 1 Tune upgrade to deliver up to 203 horsepower." www.PolarisSlingshot.com 8 AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE DEALER - OCTOBER 2020 www.AMDchampionship.com

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