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Organized by Delicate Promotions, the FIM sanctioned AMA Land Speed Grand Championship returns to the Bonneville Speedway near Wendover, Utah, on Aug. 25-30. Also known as the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials, the event features both American and international amateur land speed racing competitors vying for AMA and FIM records.
BRP has garnered six prestigious Red Dot product design awards – for its Sea-Doo Spark Trixx PWC, Can-Am Maverick X3 and Trail SxS vehicles, Evinrude E- TEC 150-200hp G2 outboard engine, Ski-Doo snowmobile REV Gen4 platform and LinQ snowboard / ski rack for Ski-Doo snowmobiles.
Royal Enfield Himalayan Motorcycle is now available in North America – the 411cc single cylinder, air-cooled, 4- stroke SOHC adventure model begins at $ 4,499 MSRP. Royal Enfield North America is headquartered in Milwaukee and headed up by ex- Harley man Rod Copes. The Himalayan is built on a rugged, duplex, split-cradle frame designed and developed by race chassis legend Harris Performance in the UK, who Royal Enfield bought three years ago. The overhead camshaft engine forms the base for its new long-stroke LS 410 engine –“ the engine delivers high torque and usable power at lower rpms for smooth riding in higher gears at lower speeds, making it easier to climb hills or manoeuvre through traffic; its modern design and materials translate to increased efficiency and low maintenance,” according to Copes.
Polaris has acquired the historic Glamis Beach Store and surrounding 166-acre property near the Mexican border in southern California. The company says it intends to maintain Glamis Beach Store traditions and improve services to patrons and off-road enthusiasts. The store was opened by the LeBlanc family in 1979 to“ provide Glamis visitors with a home base stocked with all the amenities they need while enjoying the Glamis dunes,” said Jeannie“ Mama Jeannie” LeBlanc.“ It only makes sense to partner with the leader in the off-road recreational community to carry on the traditions.”
Rinehart Exhausts in Europe
Parts Europe has added the Arden, North Carolina made Rinehart Racing performance exhausts program to its inventory for its dealers in Europe. Available for selected Harley and Indian models, Rinehart says that their systems deliver new sound solutions for Harley-Davidson and Indian Motorcycle models that“ sound like power should sound”. John Nowicki, Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Rinehart Racing, said:“ We are very excited to begin our partnership with Parts Europe and we were impressed with the sales team’ s level of professionalism.” Xavier Williart, Sales Manager Europe for Parts Europe, added:“ We would like to thank Rinehart Racing for the faith they have in our people! We are glad to add another well-known brand to our portfolio to fulfil the needs of our customers. The high-tech logistics systems and good service we are known for will help start this collaboration successfully in the European market from the get-go.” The Rinehart Racing product line also covers all of the new 2018 Harley- Davidson and Indian models, and Parts Europe dealers have already received the new Rinehart Racing catalog automatically. This catalog can also be downloaded in the catalogs section on the PE website. Seen here is a selection from the inventory that will be available in Europe which includes these
4-1 / 2” slip-ons for Fat Bob
Rinehart’ s 3 1 / 2” slip-on mufflers with black end caps for Softail and black 4- 1 / 2” slip-on mufflers with black end caps for Softail Fat Bob. European Dealers looking to access Drag Specialties or other European held Parts Europe inventory at the weekend can take advantage of PE’ s new“ Happy Monday” delivery service. Monday delivery is available on orders placed by 16:00 hours( CET) on a Saturday afternoon( UPS Express); an English language
Graves Announces Retirement from MAG
Motorsport Aftermarket Group( MAG) has confirmed that President and CEO Andy Graves has made the decision to retire from MAG effective July 31, 2018. Graves has been MAG’ s CEO since January 2015 and said:“ This is a personal decision based on my desire to spend more time with my family, pursue other interests, and engage more fully in service opportunities. I believe the timing for me to retire this summer coincides well with MAG embarking on a new chapter; this is the appropriate time for an effective transition of leadership.” MAG has launched an external search for a new CEO and says that it is“ confident that the company will welcome a new leader who will bring a passion for powersports, along with strong consumer, dealer and operating insights.” The Board has asked Graves to provide consulting support through July of 2018 to help facilitate this transition. David Robbins, Managing Director of Monomoy Capital Partners, stated:“ We are thankful for Andy’ s strong leadership of MAG through the bankruptcy process and are grateful for his willingness to provide a smooth transition in this interim period. We wish him the best in his retirement.
3-1 / 2” slip-ons for Softail
payment and processing phone service is available between 14.00-16.00 to support PE dealers looking to use this service. The existing freight policy standards for each country will be retained. www. partseurope. eu
Andy Graves joined MAG as CEO in January 2015 and has overseen a tough period in the group’ s history
“ MAG now has a healthy balance sheet and an ownership group eager to support new growth opportunities. The company is well positioned to lead the industry by developing and delivering the most desired brands and innovative products to riders anywhere they shop, from dealer to digital.”
16 AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE DEALER- MAY 2018 www. AMDchampionship. com