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Shades of the Boston Tea Party and the “no taxation without representation” rallying cry at the start of the Revolutionary War.
July 4th marked the launch of a pair of retro variants: The GSX-8T and GSX-8TT offer “spirited sport riding with a relaxed posture and rider-focused features,” states the July 4th bombshell bike drop.
Just in time to declare independence from overpriced kit, KYT Americas introduces the all-new Leopard Americas graphic for its best-selling TT REVO helmet.
Named after the stars and stripes Kabuto is celebrating its return to the USA with it F1776 Flag Day tribute colorway.
As featured in the July issue, TMI’s Off-Road Suspension Seat is now available for Can-Am Maverick models.
Shifting Gears
Shifting gears sees OG Industry Icon Primo Marotto joins the OGs Moto team to take the MX market to new heights.
ICE industry icon Martino Bianchi has shifted to EV as Stark Future’s new Racing Partnership Manager.
Segway continues to surge! “I’m excited to share that I’ve been promoted to National Sales Director at Segway Powersports,” says industry veteran JJ Pecsok.
“Social media isn’t about selling — it’s about being social,” says Shelby Stites.
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.
FLY THOSE COLORS! Named after the stars and stripes, Kabuto Americas is celebrating its return to the USA with it F1776 Flag Day tribute colorway. "We believe Flag Day should be a National holiday in the United States," says Kabuto USA's Scott Holbrooks. Commemorating the adoption of the American flag on June 14, 1777, Flag Day is not a federal holiday, even though the day was officially proclaimed by President Wilson in 1916 and signed into law by President Truman in 1949. While Scott can't get June 14th declared a national riding day... um National Holiday, dealers can get new lids from Kabuto. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/fly-those-colors/
KYT UNVEILS “LEOPARD AMERICAS” FOR TT REVO Just in time to declare independence from overpriced kits, KYT Helmet introduces the all-new Leopard Americas graphic for its best-selling TT REVO helmet. Designed to celebrate the spirit of American riders, this special edition incorporates elements of the U.S. flag with a dynamic fireworks motif on the rear of the helmet. The new graphic is now available from KYT Americas with a generous Dealer margin and an MSRP of just for $179.99 Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/kyt-unveils-leopard-americas-for-tt-revo/
NO TAXATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION Shades of the Boston Tea Party and the “no taxation without representation” rallying cry at the start of the Revolutionary War. Suzuki issued a sales bulletin to its dealers noting that prices for 2025 ATV models will remain unaffected by current tariff actions. Dated July 3, Bulletin No. 25-061 also states, “For Motorcycle, Suzuki will absorb tariff impact and keep pricing intact on 2025 models. Additionally, we do not expect to add a line-item surcharge on these models.” Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/no-taxation-without-representation/
SUZUKI GOES BACK TO THE FUTURE WITH A PAIR OF RETRO RIDES July 4th marked the launch of a pair of retro variants: The GSX-8T and GSX-8TT offer “spirited sport riding with a relaxed posture and rider-focused features,” states the July 4th bombshell bike drop. “From the mono-round LED headlight and Suzuki-first bar-end mirrors to the 4.3-gal fuel tank and distinctive tuck-and-roll seat (GSX-8T), every element has been purposefully crafted to embody the concept.” Suzuki’s theme is “Retro Spirit, Next Generation Performance,” so these motorcycles blend the soul of classic machines with next gen performance. According to the announcement, “the GSX-8T features a classic naked sport silhouette, while the GSX-8TT adds a bespoke headlight cowl and under cowl inspired by Suzuki’s race machines such as the GS1000 AMA race motorcycle. With authentic appeal and universal versatility, these bikes are poised to capture the hearts of both new riders and seasoned enthusiasts alike.” Both the GSX-8T and 8TT are expected to arrive this summer with more information to follow regarding pricing.
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Although Denago PowerSports has been in the U.S. market since July 2023, the brand was largely under the radar…. Until AIMExpo 2025.
“As we become a formidable powersports manufacturer, it’s essential to ensure our products benefit from the newest technology,” explains David Garibyan, Denago’s General Manager.
After years of dealers questioning why KTM was entering the super car wars, KTM AG is officially exiting the X-Bow effort.
As expected the original V-Twin go-fast guys from Viola, Wisconsin, are accelerating when others are grabbing the brakes.
There are early adopters and then there is Greg Mackey, Denago Dealer #1
