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Need a blast from the past on this Flash Back Friday? H-D’s Super Glide launch video is live on h-d.com and YouTube.
The members of the National Powersports Dealer Association (NPDA) Harley-Davidson Council represent Harley-Davidson dealers across the United States who are committed to serving riders, supporting our local communities, and strengthening the future of the Harley-Davidson brand.
Attention Dealers: Turn 14 Distribution has added Elektric Offroad Designs to its line card.
Billing it as “The Panhandle’s Premier Powersports Destination”, RideNow rolled out its new flagship facility for Florida: RideNow Tallahassee.
Sales pro Reid Douglas says “after 12+ years at VerticalScope, a very meaningful chapter of my career has come to a close.
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Sales pro Reid Douglas says “after 12+ years at VerticalScope, a very meaningful chapter of my career has come to a close.
There is a new sheriff in town! HISUN Motors USA has promoted Allen Talley to VP of Operations.
Drag racer Matthew Maldonado trips the lights and races into Drag Specialties’ South East Region. He is now calling on V-Twin dealers in the North Carolina area.
Heads up! Shifting gears at Helmet House as industry pro James Mullen takes on a new role.
KYMCO continues to rebound by bringing in a power forward and investing in its dealer network with the expansion of its sales team, highlighted by the addition of a returning sales professional, Steve Fischer, and the promotion of an existing team member, Austin Terrell.
#WEAREBETTERTOGETHER NPDA HARLEY COUNCIL ISSUES AN OPEN LETTER The members of the National Powersports Dealer Association (NPDA) Harley-Davidson Council represent Harley-Davidson dealers across the United States who are committed to serving riders, supporting our local communities, and strengthening the future of the Harley-Davidson brand. In recent weeks, there has been renewed public discussion surrounding Harley-Davidson and its leadership. While outside voices may choose to focus on past affiliations, speculation, or commentary, the Dealers we represent are focused on what matters most: The future of the Harley-Davidson brand, the success of our dealerships, and the satisfaction of our customers. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/wearebettertogether/
SUPER GLIDE IS BACK! Need a blast from the past on this #FlashBackFriday? Harley-Davidson’s Super Glide launch video is live on h-d.com and YouTube. The campaign features riders who witnessed the original, and are now making their own Super Glide stories today. Scotty Stopnik, world renowned builder and co-founder of Cycle Zombies Garage, and his father Big Scott Stopnik share the legacy of riding with the youngest generation, proving that this isn’t just a motorcycle but a way of life - inherited, shaped and redefined over time. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/super-glide-is-back/
We first ran into the National Powersport Auctions crew at the Eicma show in Milan… which given the scope of the world’s oldest and largest motorcycle trade fair wasn’t that out of place. However, in an impromptu interview, America’s largest remarketer for pre-owned motorcycles admitted they were exploring the European opportunities. Now they have detailed the strategic plan to go overseas, starting with Germany. New operational locations in Düsseldorf and Hannover are set to give NPA a toehold as NPA continues to expand its European footprint. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/why-npa-europe/
THE GREAT X-CAPE! We first saw the 2027 X-Cape 1200 in Eicma, then U.S. dealers were treated to the North American debut with a drum line at AIMExpo the first week of January. Now the Italian stallion is ready for retail. Moto Morini, the iconic Italian motorcycle manufacturer founded in 1937, says the big bore X-Cape adventure motorcycles have arrived and are being delivered to Dealers now. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/the-great-x-cape/
#Dealer News In a deal orchestrated by Performance Brokerage Services, two legendary Virginia dealerships — Bull Run Harley-Davidson and Patriot Harley-Davidson — have joined forces under Paul Veracka’s PVM banner. “This strategic transition is part of Harley-Davidson Motor Company’s ongoing initiative to strengthen its dealer network and elevate the customer experience for riders nationwide,” explains Veracka. Originally launched as Whitt’s Harley-Davidson in the early 1980s, the Northern Virginia landmark was renamed Bull Run Harley-Davidson after its 2017 acquisition by the Lindsay Automotive Group and continued serving customers from its historic Old Town Manassas location, becoming a premier destination for Harley-Davidson enthusiasts throughout the region. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/dealer-news-bull-run-becomes-patriot-harley-davidson/
BACK TO THE BRICKS AS HARLEY ENGINE PRODUCTION RETURNS TO U.S. Made in America, again. Harley-Davidson has announced that it was bringing production of the Revolution Max engine platform back to the United States as part of The Motor Company's “Back to the Bricks” strategy. The move brings machining, powertrain assembly, painting and final vehicle assembly back to facilities in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, supporting skilled union jobs. The transition is expected to be completed in time for Model Year 2028 production in 2027. Harley-Davidson expects to manufacture over 100,000 motorcycles out of the York facility in 2027. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/back-to-the-bricks-as-harley-engine-production-returns-to-u-s/
In Case You Missed It
The highly charged eBike scene in California finally reached a tipping point, resulting in retail giant Amazon halting sales in California.
To meet that growing need and support safe riding in communities across the country, PeopleForBikes and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation are offering free access to their interactive online eBike eCourse.
As part of its continuing Dealer Spotlight series, Yamaha Motor Finance Corporation is highlighting the achievements of Rocky Mountain Cycle Plaza (RMCP) in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
One of the most storied Harley-Davidson dealerships in history has changed hands and teamed up with another area icon as White’s Harley-Davidson and Iron Valley Harley-Davidson announced new ownership on May Day.
Continuing its proven policy of promoting from within, National Powersport Auctions (NPA) elevates Tristen Poston to General Operations Manager of its Sacramento facility.
