Powersports Business articles from September 2005

Powersports Business archives from September 2005

Sturgis traffic down 4%.(motorcycle rally of Sturgis)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Automatic traffic counters operated by the South Dakota Department of Transportation (DOT) at entry points to the City of Sturgis showed traffic in the area during the 65th annual motorcycle rally, Aug. 8-14, fell by 4% compared to last year....

EU may change MC licensing.(European Union, Third European Driving License Directive, motorcycle licenses )(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... The European Union's Third European Driving License Directive, due to be implemented in 2011, is an attempt to reduce accidents by 50% by harmonizing motorcycle licenses across Europe. The directive includes proposals to raise the minimum...

Erico rents scooters.(HOTNEWS)
September 5, 2005... Erico Motorsports, Denver, has launched a Scooter Rental Program. The venture was begun with a fleet of new 49cc Piaggio Typhoons. If the renter chooses to do so, 50% of the rental price can be applied to the purchase of a new scooter at the...

Eight firms chase BMW.(HOTNEWS)
September 5, 2005... Eight agencies are bidding for BMW's U.S. advertising account, and a decision is expected this year. The winning agency will manage an ongoing account of approximately $70 million, while Publicis NY, Publicis Dallas, and Grey Worldwide, Los...

AIH picks marketing exec.(HOTNEWS)
September 5, 2005... Dave Marshall has been tapped as marketing director at Fort Worth-based American Iron-Horse Motorcycle Co. Marshall will be responsible for all marketing programs. He has more than 15 years experience in sports management and marketing.

Snow study expensive.(snowmobile access too costly)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Yellowstone National Park officials estimate that the latest study concerning snowmobile access will cost $2 million to $3 million. Between 1996 and this year, the National Park Service has paid an estimated $6.9 million for several studies...

KAWI supports MMI.(HOTNEWS)
September 5, 2005... Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., Irvine, Calif., has delivered eight new motorcycles and 18 new engines to the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) for use in its K-Tech Specialist Program, a curriculum focused exclusively on Kawasaki products.

Polaris completes KTM stock deal.
September 5, 2005... COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Polaris Industries Inc. completed its purchase of 24.9% interest in KTM Power Sports AG and three days later, on Aug. 21, KTM officials discussed the deal with retailers assembled here for the brand's annual North American...

KTM officials explain Polaris deal.(KTM North America Inc., Polaris Industries Inc.)
September 5, 2005... KTM officials explained the Polaris deal to many of the Austrian brands 435 U.S. and Canadian dealers during KTM North America, Inc.'s (KTM NA) annual business meeting, held here Aug. 21-23. Speaking to dealers, KTM NA Vice President of...

Utility vehicle market on major upswing.(Trendline)
September 5, 2005... EDITOR'S NOTE: Powersports Business and Power Product Marketing (PPM), the Minneapolis research firm, have been following the North American utility vehicle (UTV) market for several years. UTVs encompass a broad number of vehicle types....

Scooters rapidly catching on with U.S. consumers.
September 5, 2005... Scooters have long been a popular form of transportation in most of the world, particularly the Far East, India, Latin America and European countries such as Italy, Spain and France. Their popularity stems from not only their affordability and...

LS MotorSports.(Company Profile)
September 5, 2005... Introduction LS MotorSports focuses on offering the best products in the industry, sold through a strong dealer network, to establish the industry standard in product performance and customer satisfaction. LS Motorsports is a privately...

Choosing an additional motorsports line or a new dealer start up? Our product line will turn your business into a profit center.
September 5, 2005... KYMCO Xciting 500 Introducing the KYMCO Xciting 500. Scooter to the max. The 499cc, DOHC liquid cooled engine delivers an excellent cruising speed and plenty of passing power while the CVT transmission provides stepless acceleration from a...

Genuine Scooter Company.(Product/Service Evaluation)
September 5, 2005... Introduction Genuine Scooter Company's Stella is the only "modern vintage" scooter on the market today. Combining up-to-date technology with old school all-metal construction, the Stella offers authentic vintage vibe without sacrificing...

TGB Motocicli Veloci.(Product/Service Evaluation)
September 5, 2005... Introduction TGB posted record sales in the USA during the 2005 buying season because of a strong demand for its 49cc and 151cc scooters. The demand for the high-quality, fuel efficient scooters that are manufactured in Taiwan, and...

Twist N' Go.(Product/Service Evaluation)
September 5, 2005... Introduction Twist N' Go--This well recognized line of scooters is selectively distributed thru a nationwide network of high quality, full service dealers. The Twist N' Go brand and dealer network continue to grow due to attractive pricing...

Fox cautious about growth.(Fred Fox, chairman and founder, Parts Unlimited Inc. and Drag Specialties)
September 5, 2005... MADISON, Wis. -- Fred Fox, chairman and founder of Parts Unlimited and Drag Specialties, said the huge distributor is taking a conservative look at its growth prospects over the next 18 months because of possible storm clouds on the economic...

New book tells frightening story about Enron.(From The Editor)
September 5, 2005... Anyone interested in business or the stock market knows the story of Enron. Or thinks he does. Enron was the once high flying energy company based in Houston. One of the largest companies in the world, it was the darling of the investment...

Giant Motorsports 2Q sales up 57%.(DIGEST)
September 5, 2005... Giant Motorsports Inc., Salem, Ohio, reported net sales for its second quarter ended June 30, 2005, of $35.8 million, up from $22.7 million for the same period in 2004. Second quarter net income was $1.09 million, or 10 cents per diluted share,...

GE to acquire E*TRADE unit.(DIGEST)
September 5, 2005... GE Consumer Finance, the consumer lending unit of General Electric Company, said it plans to acquire E*TRADE Consumer Finance Corporation, an affiliate of E*TRADE FINANCIAL Corp., which provides consumer financing solutions for powersports...

HSBC, Polaris modify relationship.(DIGEST)
September 5, 2005... Polaris Industries Inc., Medina, Minn., and HSBC Bank Nevada, (formerly Household Bank, N.A.) have negotiated a new multi-year contract. Under the agreement, which took effect Aug. 1, 2005, provides for income to be paid to HSBC will begin...

BMW financial lauded by J.D. Power.(DIGEST)
September 5, 2005... BMW Financial Services, a BMW Group company that provides financial services to buyers of BMW brand vehicles, including motorcycles, has been ranked highest in dealer satisfaction with both prime retail credit and retail leasing in the J.D....

Cycle Country 3Q earnings drop.(Cycle Country Accessories Corp.)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Cycle Country Accessories Corp., Milford, Iowa., manufacturer of ATV accessories, saw its earnings for the third quarter ended June 30, 2005, drop to $29,554 on sales of $3.3 million, compared to earnings of $195,407 on sales of $4,067,499 for...

Riddell Bell earnings climb.(Riddell Bell Holdings Inc.)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Riddell Bell Holdings, Inc. (RBH), Dallas, reported increased earnings for the second quarter ended July 2, 2005, of $3.5 million on net sales of $103.78 million. This compares to earnings of $1.2 million on sales of $33.69 million for the...

OEMs, aftermarket adapt to low snow, declining unit sales.(original equipment manufacturers)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... In this issue of Powersports Business, we talk with vehicle manufacturers, aftermarket companies and dealers in an attempt to get an accurate look at the issues affecting the snowmobile industry, which has dealt with nearly a decade of poor...

New snowmobile sales drop again.
September 5, 2005... It's a recurring theme in the snowmobile business: As the snow goes, so go sled sales. North America suffered through yet another sub-par winter in 2004-05, marking the eighth consecutive year that vast stretches of the continent have received...

PG & A business steady despite unit sales.(parts, garments and accessories, snowmobiles)
September 5, 2005... Despite the fact that new snowmobile sales continue to slide, many aftermarket companies in the sledding world are still making money. In addition, OEM parts, garments and accessories (PG & A) departments are staying strong, with one factory...

Market this: selling snowmobiling.
September 5, 2005... For sheer thrills, snowmobile officials insist there's nothing like riding a sled. "I love watching someone get off a snowmobile for the first time," says Eric Lindquist. Polaris' general manager for snowmobiles. "Across powersports, there's...

OEM snowmobile lineup for 2006.(original equipment manufacturers)
September 5, 2005... ARCTIC CAT PERFORMANCE F5 Firecat F5 Firecat Sno Pro F6 Firecat EFI F6 Firecat EFI Sno Pro F6 Firecat EFI R F7 Firecat F7 Firecat Sno Pro F7 Firecat EFI F7 Firecat EFI Sno Pro F7 Firecat EFI R...

Snowmobile market directory.(FOCUS: SNOWMOBILE OUTLOOK)(Directory)
September 5, 2005... AAEN Performance (MD) 316 Sheridan Road, Racine, WI, 53403 262-552-8981 FAX: 262/552-5312 aaenperf@wi.net www.aaenperformance.com Manufacturer and distributor of exhaust systems, silencers, roller clutches, and clutch kits....

Record entries at 20th annual Loretta Lynn's.(all terrain vehicle racing)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Nearly 1,000 ATV riders lined up at the Moose/ITP GNC MX Nationals at Loretta Lynn's in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] As the 20th anniversary celebration of ATV GNC racing at Loretta's kicked off, riders showed their...

Quadmasters event nearing completion.(all terrain vehicle racing, Quadmasters National ATV Challenge Tour )(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... With five events on the schedule, the Quadmasters National ATV Challenge Tour is nearing season's end. The final event will take place Sept. 24-25 in Sauk Rapids, Minn. The event is open to anyone who wishes to test their ATV riding skills...

Yasufuku opens in Nebraska.(ATV Digest)
September 5, 2005... Yasufuku USA, a subsidiary of Japan's Yasufuku Rubber Industries, Ltd. has opened an 80,000 sq. ft. facility in Lincoln, Neb. Yasufuku makes more than 3,000 rubber and plastic parts for use in products ranging from automobiles to personal...

ITP debuts new tires.(ATV Digest)
September 5, 2005... The newest tire from ITP is designed to excel at tracks where hardpack conditions develop quickly; think Red Bud or Gatorback. Several top pros were testing or running the tires during the last two MX nationals. Kory Ellis, Jeremiah Jones,...

Natalie wins GNC series.(John Natalie, Grand National Cross Country, all terrain vehicle racing)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Going into the final two rounds of the Moose/ITP GNC MX Nationals, Honda-backed rider John Natalie had all of the pressure lifted from the long season. In early July, Pennsylvania's Natalie had already clinched the Pro-class points...

Yamaha's Bill Ballance injured.(all terrain vehicle driver)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... While airing out some jumps at a Yamaha press introduction for the 2006 YFZ450, Bill Ballance crashed and injured his left ankle. Ballance, who is the points leader in the Grand National Cross Country series, will be able to continue his...

4-H offers ATV-related grants.(ATV Digest)
September 5, 2005... Working with American Honda Motor Company, Inc. and the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America (SVIA), the 4-H Community ATV Safety Program 2005 youth grant program will provide up to $7,500 to 4-H/Extension groups willing to create or enhance...

Gander Mountain to open in Wichita.(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Powersports dealers in Wichita, Kan., will have a powerful new competitor in the area retailing ATV and marine products once Gander Mountain officially opens its new store on September 9. A St. Paul, Minn.-based sporting goods supplier,...

KTM: ATV available in 2006.(all terrain vehicles)
September 5, 2005... KTM annually invests $40 million, or slightly more than 7% of its yearly sales, into racing programs. Backing its marketing tagline of "Ready to race," the company funds off-road motorcycle disciplines, is a supporter of various supermoto...

Hetrick Racing plans youth ATVs.(Rich Hetrick, all terrain vehicles)
September 5, 2005... Rich Hetrick, owner of Hetrick Racing of Oil City, Pa., said he plans to build a race-ready 50cc ATV through a collaboration with three other main sponsors. Hetrick said he hopes to offer the youth ATV before the opening of the 2006 GNC...

Hayward Powersports.(Power Profile)
September 5, 2005... CONTACT Hayward Powersports 12305 West State Highway 77 Hayward, WI 54843 715 462-3674 www.haywardpowersports.com OWNERS Bryon Schroeder BUSINESS PROFILE Hayward Powersports began 31 years ago as a...

Taiwanese cycle exports led by Kymco.(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Taiwan's motorcycle exports jumped 54.9% to $740 million in 2004, according to Taiwan Transportation Vehicle Manufacturers Association. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Kwang Yang Motor's Kymco brand was responsible for the export of $310...

FAMI holds 4th Safety Seminar.(Federation of Asian Motorcycle Manufacturers )(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... The Federation of Asian Motorcycle Manufacturers (FAMI), in cooperation with the Taiwan Transportation Vehicle Manufacturers Association (TTVMA), held its 4th Road Safety Seminar in Hsinchu City, Taiwan, near Taipei. Taiwan leads the world...

Program markets cycles to 100,000 German youth.(Cycle Update)
September 5, 2005... Germany's motorcycle industry association, the Industrie Verband Motorrader (IVM), says more than 100,000 young people have visited the organization's Spirit Tour display at various gatherings throughout the country. Devised as a way to...

Monarch Harley-Davidson.(Power Profile)
September 5, 2005... CONTACT Monarch Harley-Davidson 350 West 800 North Orem, UT, USA 84057 801-224-4070 801-224-8179 (fax) http://www.monarchharleydavidson.com/harley/index.htm OWNERS Family owned corporation BUSINESS PROFILE...

Kawasaki 1Q sales up, income down.
September 5, 2005... Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI), a supplier of railcars, ships, construction machinery and powersports vehicles, reported net income of 1.62 billion yen ($14.64 million) for its first quarter ended June 30, 2005. These results are down from net...

Suzuki profit up 1.7% in 1Q.
September 5, 2005... Japan's Suzuki Motor Corp. posted a net profit of 16.83 billion yen ($152.13 million) for its April to June first quarter, up 1.7% from 16.56 billion yen for the same period in 2004, but maintained the forecast of a 20.7% drop in full-year...

Monarch Honda.
September 5, 2005... CONTACT Monarch Honda 350 West 800 North Orem, UT, USA 84057 801-224-4070 www.monarchhonda.com OWNERS Family owned corporation BUSINESS PROFILE Monarch Honda recently moved into a brand-new 37,000...

Ducati delays 2Q earnings report.(second quarter earning for Ducati Motor Holdings S.p.A.)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Ducati Motor Holding SpA, scheduled to release its second quarter and half-year results on August 5, received an exemption from issuing the report in accordance with European finance law. Ducati, traded on the New York Stock Exchange and...

IMBC 2006, Jan. 29-Feb. 1.
September 5, 2005... The 2006 International Marina & Boatyard Conference takes place January 29-February 1, 2006 in Orlando, Fla. IMBC kicks off the evening of January 29 with a reception to be held on the exhibit floor. Two days of professional development...

Powerski continues toward production.(PowerSki International Corp., jetboards)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... PowerSki International Corp. says parts and components are being accumulated to prepare for mass production of the PowerSki Jetboard at the company's assembly facility in San Clemente, Calif. PowerSki officials say the production line...

PWC riding restricted in Florida.(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... PWC riders on the Halifax and Tomoka rivers in Florida face new federal speed restrictions. The changes include a seasonal slow-speed zone in parts of the Tomoka River, year-round slow-speed zones near the Seabreeze and Dunlawton bridges and a...

Kawi's Jet Ski loan program takes off.(Making Waves)
September 5, 2005... Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA, says approximately 200 Jet Ski brand watercraft have been loaned to local, state and federal agencies this year, the 16th year the company's personal watercraft public safety loan program has been in operation. ...

Yamaha U. courses filling fast.(Yamaha University organizes Yamaha Marine's Strategic Dealer Management Symposium)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... More than 300 Yamaha Marine dealership representatives from 214 dealerships have registered for the fall and winter sessions of Yamaha Marine's Strategic Dealer Management Symposium, part of the company's Yamaha University. The sessions will be...

Yamaha tips hand for '05.(Yamaha Motor Corporation USA)
September 5, 2005... Last year, Yamaha set the PWC market on its ear with the introduction of two value-priced four-stroke models. For 2006, the company has chosen to hold off on any earth-shattering new models, but to instead refine the existing lineup....

Perry's Yamaha center.(Power Profile)
September 5, 2005... CONTACT Perry's Yamaha Center 2010 Telephone Road Pascagoula, MS 39567-3350 (228) 762-0280 OWNERS A corporation Steve Perry BUSINESS PROFILE Perry's Yamaha center is one of the oldest Yamaha dealers on the...

Lawsuit claims Caribou need more protection.(Selkirk Conservation Alliance )(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... A lawsuit filed by the Selkirk Conservation Alliance against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and U.S. Forest Service seeks to limit snowmobiles from caribou habitat in the Selkirk Mountains. This 450,000 acre area is located in northeastern...

Bieda to focus on dealer association.(Bieda Powersports, Canadian Powersports Dealer Association)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Bieda Powersports, Fenwick, Ontario, has cancelled its running of the 2005 Snowmobile World Cup of Grass Drags. It had been scheduled to run on Aug. 20 and 21. World Cup promoters Henry and Stephen Bieda had been-facing declining returns in...

Polaris cancels WOW ride.(Way Out Women, snowmobile event)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Polaris Industries, Medina, Minn., has cancelled its 2006 U.S. Way Out Women (WOW) fund raising relay, citing a lack of applicants to snowmobile in the event. Polaris had solicited riders through its Web site, but had an inconsistent response...

Light gets Canadian patent.(Snowmobile Report)
September 5, 2005... Helmetlight Inc., Anchorage, Alaska, has received a Canadian patent for its Lead-Dog Helmet Light. It received a U.S. patent in 2002. The Lead-Dog Helmet Light mounts on a snowmobile helmet and provides a halogen spot, tail and brake light.

Snow Hawk draws imitators.(snowmobile models by AD Boivin, XtremeSno)
September 5, 2005... When the AD Boivin Design Inc. introduced its Snow Hawk skinny-track, mono-ski snow bike concept in 2000, it was a head-scratcher as to its marketability. Now five years and several models later, the Snow Hawk has developed a degree of...

Website/catalog showcase: looking for the latest products in the powersports industry?(Advertisement)
September 5, 2005... Powersports Business presents this WEB SITE/CATALOG showcase of companies that you will want to research. Please take the time to visit these Web sites or circle the reader service number on the accompanying Reader Service Card in this issue....

Tucker Rocky acquires the FirstGear brand.(DISTRIBUTOR REPORT)
September 5, 2005... Tucker Rocky Distributing has acquired the FirstGear brand of apparel and accessories from Fairchild Sports, and began handling all inquiries regarding FirstGear sales and distribution as of August 19. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. ...

TR adds two lines.(DISTRIBUTOR REPORT)
September 5, 2005... In other news from Tucker Rocky Distributing, the company announced an alliance to market a wireless Bluetooth headset for motorcyclists and signed with Scott USA to distribute Acerbis brand product. Tucker Rocky's deal with Cardo Systems....

TP receives EPA certification.(TP Engineering, Environmental Protection Agency)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... TP Engineering, Anaheim, Calif., received EPA certification which qualifies the company as an OE engine manufacturer in all 50 states. TP says all of its engines are designed, engineered and manufactured in-house. TP's 2005 motor line-up...

Joe Rocket reveals 2006 product line.(DISTRIBUTOR REPORT)
September 5, 2005... Joe Rocket expanded its product line for 2006 with more products for women, a larger glove line-up, and new textile gear. The company also now offers officially licensed product from Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha. For more...

Phantom enters cycle market.(Phantom Tracking introduces motorcycle security system)(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Phantom Tracking is the latest company to reveal a GPS-based motorcycle security system. The system offers owners real-time tracking, recovery, crash detection, and the convenience of 24-hour monitoring nationwide. Once activated, the...

XtremeGard also protects.
September 5, 2005... Another new theft-deterrent device is XtremeGard from Ohio-based Galt Enterprises Inc. Galt provides dealers across the United States with insured Service Contracts, Credit/Life and Disability insurance, Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP)...

Thor MX launches all-new web site.(DISTRIBUTOR REPORT)
September 5, 2005... Thor MX, El Cajon, Calif., has launched a newly designed Web site, www.thormx.com. This new site showcases the brand new '06 product line of racewear and accessories, including the Core colorways Abba Zabba, Hematoma and Deville, among...

Gibbs joins Annitori.(Gary Gibbs, Annitori Distributing )(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Gary Gibbs, former Product Director of Moose Racing/Parts Unlimited, has accepted a new position as Senior Marketing Director for Annitori Distributing of Wauconda, Ill. Annitori is the exclusive North American distributor of Micron Exhausts,...

Polaris chooses PowerSports Network.(Polaris Industries )(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... Polaris Industries has selected PowerSports Network (PSN) as its preferred Web site vendor for Polaris Dealer Web sites across the United States. The PSN Dealer Web site Program offers Polaris dealers a number of turnkey solutions that provide...

White Brothers celebrates 30.(Brief Article)
September 5, 2005... White Brothers celebrated its 30th anniversary in August, and Mark Rodgers, the company's global marketing manager, says dealers should look for promotions touting the fact. "We are doing a lot of promotion about that with our customers...

Selling produces profits, order-taking does not.(Dealer Checkup)
September 5, 2005... We at PowerHouse continually find that just like racing there is no "one shot magic" to making a powersports dealership a consistent profitable winner. It is simply the right combination of enough small things done well that creates real...

Custom Chrome dealer show, Nov. 17-19.
September 5, 2005... Custom Chrome's 19th annual dealer show will be held in Las Vegas, November 17-19, during Advanstar's Big Twin West exposition. Moving the event from its Morgan Hill base will allow the company to better serve vendors and dealers, company...

Dealer profit slips in July.(Top Guns)(Illustration)
September 5, 2005... Overall dealer profitability, as measured by Top Gun dealers nationwide, slipped in July to 7.6%%, down from 9.5% in June. Overall net profit for the year through July was 8%, about even with the 8.1% YTD figure recorded in June but up from the...

Dealer interest in Internet services increases.
September 5, 2005... Sometime soon, about the middle of September, if all goes well, the crew of PowerSports Network will move into their new digs, a 20,000 sq. ft., one story building in Sussex, Wis., a suburb of Milwaukee. In the greater scheme of things, a...

Featherlite model 1610 enclosed trailer.(MOTORCYCLE)(Buyers Guide)
September 5, 2005... Specifications -- Comes in lengths up to 18 feet and is available with a handy rear loading ramp, contains 3/8" thick Featherlite Advantage wood lining. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Benefits -- Enclosed all-aluminum trailer is ideal for...

Cruztools DTPG1 tirepro tire gauge.(MOTORCYCLE)(Buyers Guide)
September 5, 2005... Specifications -- Provides a full-size display with readings up to 60 psi or 400 kPa. Readings are held until released by the integrated valve. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Benefits -- For precise measurement and setting of tire pressure on...

Ferodo FCD friction plate sets.(MOTORCYCLE)(Buyers Guide)
September 5, 2005... Specifications -- Perfect replacement for original equipment clutch plates. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Benefits -- Material contains no cork or rubber; plates do not suffer from stickiness or slip, and have predictable performance. ...

Motorcycle Yearbook.(MOTORCYCLE)(Buyers Guide)
September 5, 2005... Specifications -- The New Motorcycle Yearbook 1: The Definitive Annual Guide to All New Motorcycles Worldwide, written by Simon de Burton, to be published October 2005. With 550 high-quality photographs and renderings. [ILLUSTRATION...

MRP race exaust.(MOTORCYCLE)(Buyers Guide)
September 5, 2005... Specifications -- This performance exhaust will work on Kymco's Bet and Win 250cc, People 250cc, and Grand Vista 250cc units [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Benefits -- MRP says the pipe increases not only the look, but also the acceleration...

Swisher's Lawn Vacuum and trailer.
September 5, 2005... Specifications -- This product features two-in-one functionality. The vacuum attaches easily to a lawn tractor and features a 5.5 HP Briggs & Stratton Intek engine, vacuum bag capacity of 37 cubic feet, and a 180 mph high velocity pump. The...

Kenda ATV tire/wheel kit.(ATV)(Buyers Guide)
September 5, 2005... Specifications -- Kenda USA now offers an ATV tire/wheel kit. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Benefits -- The 26" K299 Bear Claw or K538 Executioner are mounted on a Douglas Wheel. Suggested Retail Price -- $164-$204 per tire/wheel kit. ...

Kolpin Collapsible Rear Drop Rack.(ATV)
September 5, 2005... Specifications -- Features a black powder coated steel construction with 1.5-inch steel tubing, one-inch bolt-together steel cross tubing with expanded metal mesh, and eight-inch drop basket with fold-down tailgate and cable supports. Comes...