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Emceed by Perry King and Laurette Nicoll, the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame inducted its 2025 Class on Thursday, Oct. 23.
As part of its nearly 30 new model roll-out for 2026 Triumph is going back to its roots with the Bonneville T100, T120 and T120 Black — the next chapter in a story that never stands still.
Power Motorsports located in Sublimity, Oregon, has built its reputation on a customer-first mindset that extends far beyond the sales floor.
The Motorcycle Industry Council and its Board of Directors extend our appreciation to Tim Calhoun, President of Powersports Pros Consulting, for his more than six years of service and leadership.
Land use advocate and long-time go-to guy at the dealership level Ted Cabral brings decades of powersports experience to the ZiiDMS team.
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Land use advocate and long-time go-to guy at the dealership level Ted Cabral brings decades of powersports experience to the ZiiDMS team.
Dream job! “I’ve officially started my new role as Membership Coordinator at the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC),” says Daniel Dégallier.
As part of the go-forward plan, Carolwood has tabbed Mike Kennedy to serve as CEO of the new independent Indian Motorcycle organization once the deal closes.
Sometimes you have to shift into a higher gear to accelerate… But what does it take to get to Lightspeed? That is where Taylor Allis comes in as Lightspeed DMS’ new Chief Product Officer—a key addition as Lightspeed continues to grow and invest in building the strongest leadership team in the industry.
Back in the saddle: BAKER Drivetrain has engaged V-Twin industry veteran James Simonelli to drive innovation at the industry leader in American-made motorcycle drivetrains.
DUCATI SALUTES DEALERS On the eve of Eicma, Ducati paid tribute to its dealers at a star-studded gala in Sardinia: #ducati dealers hold a vital and strategic role for us. They are the ambassadors of our values worldwide, even before being the first point of contact for those seeking a direct link to Borgo Panigale. That’s why the Ducati Global Dealer Conference 2025 was a landmark event: three days in the stunning setting of Sardinia, dedicated to sharing upcoming products, visions, strategies and results. A moment to reflect on the past year and look ahead with confidence and ambition, powered by the strongest chapter in the company’s history. An extraordinary turnout confirms we’re on the right path. • Over 80 countries were represented. • More than 1,000 attendees. • 455+ dealers from every continent. • 19 national meetings. • 5 dealer awards. Because when it comes to investing in growth, we never hesitate... Not even when that growth is about human connections."
ABOUT LAST NIGHT... Emceed by Perry King and Laurette Nicoll, the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame inducted its 2025 Class on Thursday, Oct. 23. The Class of 2025 includes Dana Bell, Chris Carter, Colin Edwards, Joe Kopp, Chad Reed and Ryan Young, all of whom completed the tradition of receiving their Hall of Fame rings and iconic gold jackets during the ceremony. Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/about-last-night/
#FLASHBACKFRIDAY TRIUMPH IS BACK IN BLACK As part of its nearly 30 new model roll-out for 2026 Triumph Motorcycles is going back to its roots with the Bonneville T100, T120 and T120 Black — the next chapter in a story that never stands still. “The Bonneville T120 is the original. It’s the bike that defined a generation and continues to inspire riders today,” says Chief Commercial Officer Paul Stroud. “What makes it so special is its ability to evolve while staying true to its soul. For 2026, we’ve updated the styling, introduced new rider-focused technology, and enhanced the overall ride.” Subscribe To #Dealernews To See The Full Story: https://dealernews.com/Home/post/flashbackfriday-triumph-is-back-in-black/
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“Our motocross program has already delivered podium finishes in both Supercross and MXGP, and the response to our TF 250-X and TF 450-RC has been outstanding,” says Triumph Motorcycles’ Chief Commercial Officer, Paul Stroud.
With the AMA EnduroCross Championship launching next month, Triumph has invested in a new EnduroCross-specific track.
Viva Italia! Bitubo Suspension brings its history of racing to U.S. dealers as Turn 14 Distribution has added Bitubo to its line card.
“Electrification is transforming how we all do business,” notes David Baker, BRP’s Vice President & General Manager, North America. “We’re committed to sharing what we’ve learned and collaborating to make sure our industry stays ahead of the curve.”
