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- Euro Gossip January 2010 - Motorcycle USA
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| Euro Gossip January 2010 - Motorcycle USA Posted: 06 Jan 2010 05:59 PM PST
By the time you read this it will be 2010 and hopefully a new year that see things improve all round, especially in the motorcycles sector, which is struggling big time. Latest figures show a 25% drop in European sales in 2009 compared to 2008. And with 150,000 people depending on the motorcycle industry to earn a living, it is indeed a gloomy time. Last year we carried the news that three European brands either went bankrupt or moved into liquidation (Morini) and of course MV is once again up for sale. Add in the demise of Buell and Vectrix on a global basis, plus Harley's financial situation, and it is worse, with recent figures suggesting that Japan is now producing fewer bikes than they did 50 years ago! You will see in this latest gathering of news and rumors new 'green' UK legislation coming into force that, while not directly aimed at the PTW market, will impact on it with undoubted price rises that take it into account. Ironically PTW's are one of the greenest forms of transport on the planet. On the plus side there is talk of a new European-wide standard for roadside crash barriers which will take into account motorcyclists' safety which could be with us by the middle of 2010. The new standard will include an impact test for motorcycles, joining the existing car test and the barriers will need an additional lower guardrail to help stop riders hitting the solid upright supporting posts, which tend to cause most of the current injuries. You will also see the odd new bike mentioned to give us something to look forward to after a year of understandably few new models breaking cover. So let's be positive and make use of every good day's riding and wear our bikes out. Then we can justify buying new ones, so the manufacturers will release some of the models they are keeping back at present to tempt us to part with our cash.
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Belgium Germany The move to invest in classic motorcycles instead of the more traditional banking options continues unabated if the recent Bonham's auction at the BMW Museum in Munich, Germany is anything to go by. The sale of more than 90 BMWs attracted at least 320 bidders and sold for more than a million euros, but the bikes did not come from BMW, despite the location. In fact it came from one of its dealer's private collection. German Willy Neutkens' collection sale was one of the largest in history and included a 1924 BMW 493cc R32. This unique machine alone attracted a bidding battle from three continents, resulting in a bill for its new owner of 109,250 Euros almost triple its original estimate. The race to capture sales continues using modern technology. German motorcycle tire manufacturer Metzeler has introduced a new mobile website for web capable mobile phones, which offers quick access to their product range, local sales points and even product information. Metzeler's new mobile site can be found at (http://m.metzelermoto.com) PR is a strange thing! Last month we mentioned that Suzuki was vigorously denying any actual, or potential, link-up with German car giant Volkswagen. A month later an announcement appears that the two have "reached a common understanding to establish a close long-term strategic partnership" and a framework agreement has been signed to that effect. Given the desire of VW's boss, 72-year-old Dr Ferdinand Pech to own a motorcycle company, this could be seen as a halfway step, but it is anticipated that both companies will 'establish a cooperative relationship while respecting each other's independence'. Under the terms of the agreement, that is yet to be ratified, Volkswagen will purchase 19.9% of Suzuki's issued shares and then the Japanese company will re-invest half of this in VW shares!
Italy Despite a posting in the internet stating that Moto Morini had ceased production totally, the company, which is currently in voluntary liquidation, has issued strong denial to the press. It would seem that they are only producing to order, while clearing a backlog, but they are still trading and actually only closed for an Italian public holiday. The release expressed optimism in their continued search for a new investor! Moto-Guzzi confirmed it has been given ten million Euro by parent company Piaggio, enabling them to bring at least one of the prototypes they debuted at the recent Milan Show to production. The two concept machines from the Mandello factory wowed the crowds, starved of new models, by their striking appearance. Italian factory CRP Racing has announced it is producing an electric motorcycle for teams who want to participate in the new TTXGP 2010 series. This has been billed as the world's first zero carbon, clean emission motorsport event, which will see races taking place in the UK, North America and Italy. CRP claim the eCRP 1.0, is a pure racing bike, easy to handle and has been developed using 'their extensive knowledge and experience in motorsport and state-of-the-art technologies'.
Spain Spanish manufacturer Derbi based in Barcelona and best known for their small capacity machines, is apparently close to unveiling an electric race bike. Sources suggest it is based on its GPR50 learner sport bike and will be called the GPR EV. The same sources suggest the bike remains almost identical except the two-stroke motor has been replaced with an electric motor and some of the legal niceties have been removed. The prototype has been seen practicing at a local track fuelling rumors it could be one of the first 'proper' factory entries into the proposed electric race series. Switzerland The FIM is the governing body of motorcycle sport in the world. This historic body based near to Geneva has just launched its first ever official book called Trial 2009. As the title suggests, this limited edition publication covers all the rounds of the 2009 SPEA FIM Indoor Trial World Championship, the 2009 SPEA FIM Trial World Championship plus the prestigious Trial des Nations team event. Two of the world's best snappers, Ray Archer and Eric Kitchen, have provided the super quality images that are splashed across all 144 pages in the oversized A4 book, which also takes a look behind the scenes, as well as showing all the best of the action.
United Kingdom Two new pieces of legislation come into force for the new decade that will affect the motorcycle industry. From January 2010, all new motorcycle tires sold in the UK have to be made with clean, eco-friendly oil, which features low PAH (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons). This is due to the concerns about the level of pollutants previously discharged into the environment throughout the life of a tire. As a result of this historic British tire manufacturer Avon Tyres, which have been in business since 1885 and making motorcycle tires since 1911, has announced it will be "utilizing 'eco-friendly' or 'clean oil' in all its tires from this year" (2010). The firm claims it has already been doing this for some time. As well as being better for the environment; the change has not affected many of their products, and has actually increased the grip of some tires. Next up is new legislation, designed to ensure that all waste industrial and automotive batteries are recycled in the future, this also coming into effect on January 1st, 2010. In a nutshell, this means 'producers of industrial and automotive batteries will be required to arrange the collection, treatment and recycling of such batteries, free of charge, if requested by business end-users and final holders'. No doubt that potential cost will be built into the purchase price! Despite an overall fall of 24.4% in UK sales in November compared to 2008, sales of naked bikes have again risen. The market statistics, released by the Motor Cycle Industry Association, the governing body showed the number of bikes registered totaled 5680, compared with 7517 a year ago. Despite the declining weather conditions, large-capacity machines performed strongly, with Buell coming out on top. (This is due to many dealers selling them off at rock bottom prices after the closure was announced!) Yamaha was the biggest-selling manufacturer. The UK International Motorcycle Show, one of only two to run in Europe, closed in early December with a final total of 110,974 visitors over the ten-day period. This is a drop of 17% against last year's figures and reflects the general drop of 20% in overall registration figures. Triumph is set to introduce a special edition of its café racer-styled Thruxton for 2010, giving a new look to the bike. The name Thruxton comes from the British racetrack where Triumph successfully raced in the 1960s and the Special Edition gets a red frame and Crystal White bodywork with red stripe. A color-matched, factory-fitted fly screen and blacked out engine cases complete the changes, which will come at a premium price compared to the standard machine. Well-known Triumph riding legend and Triumph specialist Norman Hyde in conjunction with Harris Performance have finished testing the Hyde Harrier Jubilee, which has been created to celebrate the 21st anniversary of the original Hyde Harrier and also the 50th anniversary of the Triumph Bonneville itself. It is the result of a two-year project and kits are now available to transform a modern Triumph Bonneville into a Cafe Racer. A Triumph Bonneville (2000 onwards pre-EFI) is required as a donor vehicle, plus the conversion kit which consists of a replacement frame and swingarm, fuel tank, seat unit, rearset footrests, rear mudguard and prop stand, plus other necessary fittings. It also costs £3995 + VAT on top of your donor machine. The confirmed race program for the 2010 Isle of Man TT Races has now been published and remains the same as the 2009 event, although the Billown TT Races will no longer form part of the main TT Race program. Qualifying week starts with a Free Practice session on Saturday, May 29th, and runs until Friday, June 4th. Race Week proper begins with the Superbike and first Sidecar Race on Saturday, June 5th. Monday, June 7th will see the Superstock and first Supersport Race, the second Supersport and Sidecar Races following on the Wednesday June 9th. The racing culminates with the Senior TT on Friday, June 11th. There is also likely to be another zero carbon emissions race as per 2009 on the Wednesday and there will be the Suzuki 50th Anniversary Lap of Honour and the TT Classic Parade on the morning of Senior Race Day. Rest of the World
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| Polaris Defense Enters Low Speed Vehicle Market - UTV Guide Posted: 06 Jan 2010 05:30 PM PST Polaris Defense Enters Low Speed Vehicle Market Minneapolis, January 6, 2010 – Polaris Defense today announced the introduction of their Low Speed Vehicle, the Polaris EV LSV, designed for on and off-road use. "We are excited to introduce the Polaris EV LSV to the military market," said Mark McCormick, managing director of Polaris Defense. "The features and superiority of our product will greatly benefit applications that require vehicles with on and off-road capabilities." Based off the RANGER EV platform, Polaris' first off-road, electric vehicle, the Polaris EV LSV includes the necessary features including horn, turn signals, automotive-quality windshield and rear view mirror, for on-road use. With its 30 horsepower electric motor, quiet operation, 50 mile range and 25 mph top speed, the Polaris EV LSV is the most-capable LSV available for military use. The unit features three modes; High for speed, Low for towing and hauling, and Max for maximum range to ensure the best use of power and battery life for any application. The Polaris EV LSV was built to be tough and reliable. Its 1,000-pound payload capacity, 1,250 lbs. of towing and On-Demand True All-Wheel Drive for harsh terrain makes it a strong work partner; and its exclusive 48-volt, AC Induction motor provides high performance with low maintenance for maximum reliability. For recharging ease, the unit can be charged using a standard 110 volt AC outlet. Polaris Defense also is offering the Polaris EV LSV to all Federal Government Agencies. Available colors include Red, Blue and Green. More information regarding the new Polaris EV LSV can be found at www.polarislsv.com.Ranger EV LSV Specifications: Labels: Polaris Defense, Polaris EV
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| Posted: 06 Jan 2010 02:24 PM PST "Iron Man 2" is headed to theaters on May 7, and in advance of the theatrical release, the film's marketing crew has partnered its Stark Motor Racing team with Royal Purple and is currently accepting real racing proposals from amateur and professional racers. Racers from all disciplines -- automotive, truck, motorcycle, off-road, and marine -- are eligible for sponsorship, but the team is primarily looking for drivers who can connect with fans and gain media exposure. If selected, the sponsorships will be for April and/or May 2010. "We're looking for racers and teams that really connect with tech-savvy fans," said Mark McFann, Royal Purple's VP of sales and marketing. "It doesn't matter whether it's drifting, circle track, straight track, whatever...we just want racers that connect with fans". The sponsorship application window closes on January 31. For more information or to apply, visit the link below. Source: Stark Motor Racing Five Filters featured article: Chilcot Inquiry. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. |
| Universal Technical Institute Schedules Fiscal 2010 First Quarter ... - Biloxi Sun Herald Posted: 06 Jan 2010 01:05 PM PST Universal Technical Institute, Inc. is the leading provider of post-secondary education for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians as measured by total average undergraduate enrollment and graduates. We offer undergraduate degree, diploma and certificate programs at 10 campuses across the United States, and manufacturer-specific training programs, both student paid at our campuses and manufacturer or dealer sponsored at dedicated training centers. Through our campus-based school system, we offer specialized post-secondary education programs under the banner of several well-known brands, including Universal Technical Institute (UTI), Motorcycle Mechanics Institute and Marine Mechanics Institute (MMI) and NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI). We routinely post important information about us on our investor relations web site at http://uti.investorroom.com/. Safe Harbor Statement All statements contained herein, other than statements of historical fact, could be deemed "forward-looking" statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are based upon management's current expectations and are subject to a number of uncertainties that could cause actual performance and results to differ materially from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could affect our actual results include, among other things, changes to federal and state educational funding, possible failure or inability to obtain regulatory consents and certifications for new or expanding campuses, potential increased competition, changes in demand for the programs offered by UTI, increased investment in management and capital resources, the effectiveness of our recruiting, advertising and promotional efforts, changes to interest rates and unemployment, general economic conditions and other risks that are described from time to time in our public filings. Further information on these and other potential factors that could affect our financial results or condition may be found in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. We expressly disclaim any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events, changes in expectations, any changes in events, conditions or circumstances, or otherwise. SOURCE Universal Technical Institute, Inc. Five Filters featured article: Chilcot Inquiry. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. |
| Yamaha Motor showcases its new bikes in New Delhi Auto Expo - New Kerala Posted: 06 Jan 2010 04:11 PM PST New Delhi, Jan 6 : Yamaha Motor on Tuesday showcased the 2010 version of the YZF-R1 bike and launched the limited white colour edition of YZF-R15 bike at the week-long tenth Auto Expo in New Delhi.
Yamaha showcased its state-of-the-art product line including successful 150cc segment bikes - YZF-R15, Fazer and FZ series. The muscle bike VMAX is also on display as well as YZR-M1. Yamaha's international models - 500cc TMAX sports scooter and 600cc XJ6 motorcycle have also been unveiled. "The launch of R1 (YZF-R1), for me R1 is the most futuristic sports bike in its category. It is the faster sports bike in its category so I'm very excited about sitting next to R1. It feels great and I'm just looking forward to my association with Yamaha," said John Abraham, Bollywood actor and brand ambassador. The Auto Expo, which opened on Tuesday, is organized jointly by Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India, Confederation of Indian Industry and Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers. Car sales in India, world's second-most populous country, are set to jump about 16 per cent this year to 1.4 million vehicles, buoyed by robust economic growth and government incentives, in contrast to a slump in many developed markets. That, and the abundance of new models has industry insiders talking for the first time of a Delhi auto show that could rival or surpass the annual Detroit auto show in importance. --ANI
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