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Already billed as the world’s largest motorcycle swap meet, AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days is even bigger for this year!
“Fans loved the thrill of seeing these roaring racing machines take to the track last year,” exclaims Bagger Racing League founder Rob Buydos.
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Don’t threaten us with a good time for a great cause! National Powersport Auctions will once again host “Auction For A Cause” — a live fundraising event supporting youth programs, injured athletes, and families facing pediatric brain tumors — at AIMExpo 2026.
Who better for personnel posting news than HR? LeMans Corporation announces the appointment of Amy Stalker as VP of Human Resources
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Who better for personnel posting news than HR? LeMans Corporation announces the appointment of Amy Stalker as VP of Human Resources
Time to dump the clutch… unless you have a Rekluse set-up.
“We’re excited to officially welcome Keith Obermeyer as the National Sales Manager for Sherco United States.” says James Jordan, Owner & President of Sherco US.
National Powersport Auctions has struck it rich in the Golden State!
The color of money? “I’m excited to share that I’ve joined Kawasaki Motors Retail Finance as Sales Manager of Retail Finance,” says longtime sales pro Jason Walling.
BAGGERS ARE BACK AT VMD! “Fans loved the thrill of seeing these roaring racing machines take to the track last year,” exclaims Bagger Racing League founder Rob Buydos. “It’s a real honor to be back again in 2025 to award AMA No. 1 plates to BRL competitors at such a prestigious event…” After a phenomenal inaugural year, the American Motorcyclist Association and Bagger Racing League will crown even more champions at Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days presented by Turn 14 Distribution, as big V-twin engines and fully-faired bagger motorcycles take to the famed 2.4-mile road course at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/baggers-are-back-at-vmd/
WORLD’S LARGEST MOTORCYCLE SWAP MEET EXPANDS! Already billed as the world’s largest motorcycle swap meet, AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days is even bigger for this year! After selling out all vendor spaces in 2024, the swap meet at 2025 Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days presented by Turn 14 Distribution was expanded from 825 vendors to 867 vendor spots filled with near-endless vintage motorcycles, parts and moto memorabilia. Mark your calendar for July 25-27 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course… and bring a trailer! Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/worlds-largest-motorcycle-swap-meet-expands/
Also, Inc. is the name for #Rivian’s eBike effort… and apparently that name is worth something. How about $1 billion? In announcing a “significant investment” from Greenoaks Capital Partners, valuing the company at $1 billion, company President Chris Yu, stated: “The funding will help accelerate Also’s path to creating the world’s leading micromobility products and technology.” Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/also-speaking-of-ebikes/
THAR SHE BLOWS! EV upstart Taiga Motors Inc. has announced a major update to its mobile app, introducing custom drive modes and multi-user access for its electric snowmobiles and Orca PWC. The new user management system enables secure multi-user access: vehicle owners can invite other users, allowing family, friends, or employees to use the app with their own login credentials and assigned permissions. It’s ideal for shared vehicles at the cottage, rental fleets, or families managing younger riders. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/thar-she-blows/
HONDA HELPS TEXAS FLOOD VICTIMS In keeping with Mr. Honda’s original mission to be a good corporate citizen and neighbor when American Honda Motorcycles & ATVs launched in 1959, the Red Riders have stepped up again in response to the catastrophic flooding in Texas. “The Honda U.S. family of companies is reaffirming its commitment to disaster relief by supporting the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program. Honda’s $1 million contribution to the program enables the Red Cross to respond to disasters big and small across the country, whenever and wherever they occur.” Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/honda-helps-texas-flood-victims/
#DEALER NEWS: MOM’S PARTS WITH POLARIS In a case of irreconcilable differences, MOM’s and Polaris Inc. have parted ways. “Over the years, we've helped grow the Polaris brand in our region, becoming one of its leading dealerships and the largest Victory dealer in the country,” says MOM’s President & CEO Joel Wheeler of the divorce. “Like any long-standing partnership, the journey has been both rewarding and challenging.” Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/dealer-news-moms-parts-with-polaris/
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Bobby J’s Yamaha of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is the latest recipient of Yamaha Financial Services “Apex Award”.
Headed by industry activist Dana Bell, the AMA Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Class of 2025 has been announced.
Long-time GM of Powder Keg Harley-Davidson, Angela Murray is the new Managing Partner at Mann’s Harley-Davidson in Edinburgh, Indiana—a P4 Automotive dealership.
This just in from Paul Flanders:
John Flanders passed away this morning after a three year battle with dementia.
