Remember my recent articles saying it's a great time to start a motorcycle company? Well, I'm not the only one who thinks so, here's another one that just popped up across the pond in the UK, it's Mac Motorcycles and they have some really sweet designs, every one looks like it would be a blast to ride, which is fitting because, they're all powered by the Buell Blast 500 … [Read more...]
Buell Motorcycles Consolidation Plans Called Off
Just last week, it was announced Buell would be consolidating their operations under a single roof, but it now appears, they changed their mind, plans for the move have been called off. Harley's new management team looked over the upcoming project and decided now was not the time. Construction was set to begin very soon which caught everyone a bit off guard. “Buell has … [Read more...]
BMW Planning R1200 GS Lifestyle Events
BMW is planning to take R1200 GS advertising in a new direction: The effort will veer from advertising and focus on lifestyle events, PR, celebrity endorsements and digital media. BMW says the point is to make the R 1200 GS a halo-motorcycle for the entire brand. There aren't any details yet so it's anybody's guess exactly what they'll do, maybe Ewan Mcgregor and … [Read more...]
Premium Motorcycles – Will You Pay More for Quality if Only You Know the Difference?
Are you willing to pay more (assuming you have the cash) for high quality (premium) parts and pieces that substantially boost performance and handling of a new motorcycle even if no one else notices the difference? If it makes the ride better, handling surer, acceleration quicker and increases durability but leaves no outward sign, is it worth it? How about a premium version … [Read more...]
Electric Motorcycles – Big Gamble or Sure Thing?
Electric motorcycles are garnering a lot of attention right now. The upcoming TTXGP is one reason, all of the companies involved are touting their own efforts, plus outside the race, Zero is offering bikes through Amazon, Brammo is going with Best Buy, almost everywhere you look, electrics are getting noticed. One of the most fascinating parts of all this is the bet being made … [Read more...]
Harley Davidson Considering Moving York Factory
Harley Davidson is considering moving its operations in York, PA. The number of employee hours it takes to manufacture a Softail or touring bike, the models produced in York, is too high and, according to the company, the process must be restructured. Closing the York facility is one of the options the company is currently considering in a study to be completed this year. … [Read more...]
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