American Motorcycle Dealer AMD 220 November 2017 | Page 12

Kellermann indicators now available through Kuryakyn Somerset, Wisconsin based Kuryakyn and German specialist lights manufacturer Kellermann GmbH have announced a partnership and introduction of the “Kuryakyn by Kellermann” collection. Kellermann has been designing and manufacturing premium motorcycle accessories for more than 25 years. Their exceptional quality has generated a cult-like following among the custom bike culture, and has also earned the brand numerous prestigious honors, including the coveted Chicago Athenaeum Museum’s “Good Design Award” as well as multiple Red Dot Design Awards for the BL 2000 and Bullet 1000 series. This brand alliance strengthens Kellermann’s position as a segment leader of state-of-the-art motorcycle indicators, leveraging Kuryakyn’s worldwide dealer, distributor and retail channels to strategically penetrate new markets with an emphasis on North America. “Kellermann and Kuryakyn share a passion for technology and product innovation,” said Holger Mohr, President of Kuryakyn. “This partnership reinforces Kuryakyn’s commitment of offering the highest quality, best-performing accessories to our dealers and consumers, and is a tremendous opportunity for both brands to showcase our respective leadership positions within the motorsports industry.” The ‘Kuryakyn by Kellermann’ collection showcases a variety of high- performance L.E.D. indicators “offering modern styling” in a variety of sizes and profiles. All indicators operate via integrated circuit at 330 kHz, are universal for 12 volt electronic applications, and feature precision zinc die-cast metal housings. Kellermann’s HighPower L.E.D. Technology combined with Longlife Protection Guard “delivers maximum L.E.D. brightness and lifespan for unmatched longevity.” “We are absolutely thrilled to bring our range of innovative and premium quality motorcycle accessories made in Germany together with the Kuryakyn team to the challenging U.S. market,” says Dr. Stefan Wöste, Kellermann CEO. “We are ready to listen to what bikers in the U.S. want, and will push the envelope even further to bring more cutting-edge technology to the American motorcycle scene.” www.kuryakyn.com www.kellermann-online.com Metalsport HP brake caliper Californian wheel manufacturer Metalsport has recently developed what it describes as a high performance custom brake caliper that “combines superior stopping power and reliability with an unmistakable custom appearance,” says CEO Ron Loynds. The caliper is shown here with one of the company’s complete kits, which includes an 18” rotor with a 420 heat- treated stainless steel outer ring mounted to a 6061-T6 aluminum carrier with application-specific stainless steel buttons. Offered in cuts to match Metalsport’s popular wheel designs, they ship with a custom caliper hanger, manufactured in-house from 6061-T6 billet aluminum, and with all stainless mounting hardware. www.metalsportwheels.com PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 12 AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE DEALER - NOVEMBER 2017 Lowell Anderson – new Director of Brands at TR/Biker’s Choice Tucker Rocky/Biker’s Choice has announced the addition of Lowell Anderson as Director of Brands. Anderson comes to the company with an extensive background in the powersports industry. “I’m very excited to be part of the Tucker Rocky/Biker’s Choice family,” says Anderson. “As Director of Brands, I am looking forward to working with our brand team members to create a compelling assortment of products that is both profitable and desirable to our customers.” Anderson previously worked as Director of Brands with J&P Cycles, responsible for the assortment, design and development of products for their private label brands, making him the perfect fit for his new role at Tucker Rocky/Biker’s Choice. He also led their merchandising team as well as assisted with the company’s creative marketing and branding efforts. Prior to his position with J&P Cycles, Anderson worked as a senior manager for KTM North America, helping to create the KTM Hard Equipment product line. He also worked for Cycra Racing as the Director of Brands, creating their accessory line and an inventory management system. Anderson is a motorcycle enthusiast who has raced both road bikes and dirt bikes. He continues to race dirt bikes as well as building metric bobbers in his spare time. www.AMDchampionship.com