The "Time to Start a New Motorcycle Company" series was all set to continue with a short article on bootstrapping when I see Guy Kawasaki just addressed that subject. He sums up a lot in a short piece, some of his ideas may need to be modified a bit for a motorcycle company startup but it's well worth reading. Many comments on my first post mentioned the huge dollars needed … [Read more...]
Harley Davidson XR1200 Now Officially Official
We noted a week ago that you could order your new Harley Davidson XR1200 but the Motor company was doing everything under the radar, only dealers were officially notified. Even before today's "official" release, according to Harley, hundreds have already been ordered. Like I mentioned last week, these will go quickly. The now official press release follows: MILWAUKEE (Dec. … [Read more...]
Hyde Harrier Jubilee From Norman Hyde
Norman Hyde has been offering all sorts of Triumph spares and accessories since 1976. In 1987, he built the first Harris framed Hyde Harrier that could be powered by a either Triumph triple or a Bonneville twin. It was very well received and he still offers the kit. To celebrate the 21st anniversary of the Hyde Harrier and the 50th anniversary of the Triumph Bonneville, he once … [Read more...]
Time to Start a New Motorcycle Company
When Doug wrote about the stillborn effort of Eller Industries to resurrect the Indian brand and introduce an American sportbike in the process, Brian left this comment: I’d like to add something. I believe that the current economic recession should not discourage any dreamer from putting the pieces together to put out his/her own creation. Do it in a garage, do it at a … [Read more...]
Harley Davidson XR1200 Released in U.S.
According to a dealer announcement, the Harley Davidson XR1200 will be released in the U.S. at the IMS show in Long Beach, California December 5th. Scott Parker and Kenny Coolbeth will be on hand for autographs and introduction. Looks like a total of 750 will be available. XR1200 - DOM 1LA619 $11,079 Vivid Black $10,799 XR1200 - CAL 1LA639 $11,179 Vivid Black … [Read more...]
American Sportbike – The Eller Industries Story
Are you baffled by the lack of mass produced American-made sport motorcycles? (editor's note: other than Buell) Ironically, 10 years ago a failed business plan for a cruiser motorcycle and a questionable trademark decision played the lead roles in the continued absence of an American sportbike. This absence was not from a lack of demand for sportbikes in the United States. … [Read more...]
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