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COMMENT: Harley is Staring to Dance With The Gal What Brung it- again................ 4
We are now starting to see the depth of meaning behind Harley ' s ' Back To The Bricks ' concept and how deeply into their strategic thinking it has already reached. Long story short- the dealers spoke and Harley listened. Kudos to the new management and a big fat welcome back to the XL 883 and welcome to the party the SP440 with an FXLB Low Bob to follow in 2027?
MOTION PRO: Innovation Still Matters.......................................................................................... 10
The Loomis, California based tools and controls specialist has spent decades designing and developing its products- " we take pride in creating products that solve real problems," says Sales and Marketing Director Kyle Northend. So in the face of counterfeiting, Motion Pro will " zealously defend " its trademarks and other intellectual property.
LYNDALL BRAKES: 2027 V-Twin Performance Catalog.......................................... 16
Lyndall Brakes has released its new V-Twin catalog, " bringing the company ' s expanded lineup of performance products together in one comprehensive visual and technical resource for dealers, builders and riders." Lyndall ' s Paul Kittrell Jr. told AMD that the new catalog " reflects how far Lyndall has evolved from the friction materials the company started with in 1998."
FREEDOM PERFORMANCE: TBR Acquisition.................................................. 14
Corona, California based Freedom Performance Exhaust has acquired Two Brothers Racing. Moving forward, the brand will continue as Two Brothers Racing Powered by Freedom. " We are honored to carry on the tradition of Two Brothers Racing while bringing the dealers of both brands new opportunities for growth, innovation, and continued excellence," said Freedom ' s Martin Arteaga.
ARLEN NESS: Adds to Carbon Fiber Parts Options.............................................. 32
Dublin, California based Arlen Ness Enterprises has expanded its Carbon Fiber offer to include a range of covers for selected M8 Touring( Road Glide and Street Glide) selected Softail models. " Built for riders who want less weight and more presence, our modification free, fully reversible bolt-on designs are built from aerospace grade premium pre-preg carbon fiber and finished with a deep-gloss UV-resistant finish."
KLOCK WERKS: iOmount System- Versatile, Secure, Ergonomic...................... 44
Best known these days for its award-winning Flare Windshield program, fenders program and successful custom bike builds, Klock Werks initially offered the patented magnetic technology of iOmounts as a partnership product. In 2020 Brian and Vanessa Klock turned distribution deal into full ownership, fully acquiring the brand and set about integrating the line into the Klock Werks range.
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