BMW Motorrad USA are reporting an increase in sales last year riding through a challenging 2008 motorcycle market.
Despite a weakened motorcycle market, BMW Motorrad USA reported a gain (0.6 percent) in 2008 sales compared to 2007 outperforming overall U.S. motorcycle sales, which dropped more than seven percent last year.
“Our sustained success during these very difficult economic times speaks volumes about the strength of our brand, our new model initiatives and the quality of our dealers.†commented Pieter de Waal, Vice President, BMW Motorrad USA.
Many within BMW Motorrad USA attribute the success in sales to interest …Â More info
A San Francisco startup led by a former Tesla Motors engineer is developing an electric motorcycle capable of 150 mph, a claim that, if true, would make it the fastest production electric vehicle in the world.
Mission Motors unveiled the bike, dubbed Mission One, at the TED conference and said it will begin selling them next year for $69,000 apiece. Although several electric motorcycles have been announced in recent weeks, Mission Motors sticks out because its 12 employees have worked for Tesla, Ducati North America and Intel, and the bike they’re building could set a new benchmark for EVs of all kinds… More info
Aprilia USA is introducing a new way for consumers to experience Aprilia motorcycles. Starting with the 2009 Daytona Bike Week, March 2 – 7, the company will offer its new Aprilia Adventure riding experience to serious enthusiasts with a taste for discovering the adrenaline rush of Aprilia motorcycles on a real-world ride. Participants who are considering adding more – or a new set of – cylinders to their garage can truly experience the latest Aprilia motorcycles on miles of scenic backroads, enjoy hospitality, refreshments and breathtaking views along the way, and take home a limited edition shirt, Aprilia Racing hat and other rewards. The Aprilia Adventure Daytona is open to licensed riders with proper riding gear for $20.00 per person… More infoÂ
…a few random things to point out today. First off, Travis Pastrana and Johnny Knoxville have teamed up for a new Jackass type of TV series that is going to be airing on MTV soon. Apparently, it features stunts from all genres of extreme sports and anything that falls in between. What does this have to do with BMX? Well, not a whole lot at the moment although there are a couple clips in the trailer below that show a BMXer by the name of, Hubert Kowland. Who is Hubert Kowland you ask? Maybe he just owns a BMX bike but I’ve never heard of him. I’m not sure if more BMX is scheduled to be involved in this, but judging from my experiences hanging out with Hoffman and Knoxville last summer, I’m sure Hoffman and others will be involved. I’m just wondering what kind of stunts will be going down, cause the trailer looks ridiculous! It’s like Jackass hyped up on steroids but without all the sick vomiting and bodily fluid antics…Â More info Â
