Moose Racing New Product: High Performance Racing Coolant

JANESVILLE, WI – May 8, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – For the high performance rider, Moose Racing offers a High Performance Racing Coolant that is premixed and ready to use. The water-based racing coolant provides optimum heat transfer and cooling ability in the most extreme temperatures and operating conditions, with excellent wetting, lubricity, and fluid contact with the cooling system. It can lower water temperatures as much as 25 degrees Fahrenheit and the oil temperatures as much as 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The coolant’s formula is non-hazardous, non-toxic, and biodegradable, making it environmentally safe, and is priced at just $19.95.

Additional product specifications are below. The High Performance Racing Coolant is now available from your local Parts Unlimited dealer. To find a dealer near you or to check out other new products from Moose Racing, please visit MooseRacing.com

High Performance Racing Coolant Product Information

• High performance water-based racing coolant
• Optimum heat transfer and cooling ability in the most extreme temperatures and operating conditions
• Excellent wetting, lubricity, and fluid contact with the cooling system
• Biodegradable formula, environmentally safe and “green”
• Non-hazardous, non-toxic formula
• Premixed and ready to use, no mixing or guesswork
• Lowers water temperatures as much as 25 degrees Fahrenheit
• Lowers oil temperatures as much as 50 degrees Fahrenheit
• Made in the USA
• Part Numbers: 3705-0013
• MSRP $19.95

About Moose Racing

Moose Racing has dedicated itself to providing the rider and racer with the highest quality and best performing products available. With thousands of items ranging from riding gear, jackets and boots to gaskets, t-handles and fender bags, Moose Racing has you covered. Whether you’re trail riding with friends or jumping Supercross triples, Moose Racing offers the most comprehensive list of products in the industry to satisfy all your riding needs.

About Parts Unlimited

Parts Unlimited is the world’s largest distributor of aftermarket accessories in the powersports industry and is owned by LeMans Corporation headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin. Parts Unlimited sells to over 12,000 dealerships world wide and continues to expand its market penetration with its sister companies, Parts Canada, Parts Europe and Drag Specialties.

Parts Unlimited continues to promote racing through its campaign WE SUPPORT THE SPORT®, helping to drive consumers to dealerships, while entertaining its dealers through hospitalities at the events it sponsors.

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High Performance Has a New Look: Introducing the Silver Series

SANTA ANA, CA – May 2, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – As a fan of Two Brothers Racing products, you’ve come to expect high quality products with design that turns heads. Now, high performance has a new look. Introducing the all-new Silver Series, the latest state-of-the-art exhaust system from Two Brothers Racing. Featuring a carbon fiber look highlighted by a natural finished aluminum inlet and outlet, the Silver Series gives you the design, sound and performance you’ve come to expect from a Two Brothers pipe.

The new Silver Series features all the performance gains you’ve grown accustomed to with Two Brothers pipes. You’ll increase your machine’s horsepower and torque and drop significant weight after bolting one on. With the Silver Series’ new badge and clean look, it’s clear Two Brother Racing has once again upped the ante.

The new Silver Series is available for a range of bikes. Click here to see if the Silver Series is available for your ride.

The new system is also available with an aluminum finish and optional carbon fiber end cap.

About Two Brothers Racing

Two Brothers Racing has been producing championship winning products since 1985. From roots as a factory-backed AMA Superbike team to producing world-class performance exhaust systems, Two Brothers Racing knows what it takes to excel. Whether you ride a street bike, dirt bike, ATV or UTV, Two Brothers Racing produces a high-quality, performance-enhancing product to ensure your machine is operating at the Absolute Top Level™. For additional information, visit us online at  www.TwoBros.com

** Two Brothers Racing performance products are intended for competition use only. **

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Track, Trails and Everything in Between

SANTA ANA, CA – April 11, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Featuring a broad powerband, double-overhead cams and a sleek graphics package, the new 2013 Honda CRF250L is one appealing ride. Further enhance the performance of your dual-sport machine with a Two Brothers Racing exhaust. Whether you’re on the track or trails, you’ll enjoy an eight pound decrease when you replace the stock exhaust with a high-performance Two Brothers system.

You’ll also experience a two horsepower gain at 4000rpm, a 20% increase, and a 1.17 horsepower gain at peak rpm, a 6% power increase. With a weight drop, increased power and clean lines, the Two Brothers CRF250L exhaust is exactly what you need to unlock all your new bike has to offer.

Designed for Closed Course use only

About Two Brothers Racing

Two Brothers Racing has been producing championship winning products since 1985. From roots as a factory-backed AMA Superbike team to producing world-class performance exhaust systems, Two Brothers Racing knows what it takes to excel. Whether you ride a street bike, dirt bike, ATV or UTV, Two Brothers Racing produces a high-quality, performance-enhancing product to ensure your machine is operating at the Absolute Top Level™. For additional information, visit us online at www.TwoBros.com

Two Brothers Racing performance products are intended for race use only.

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CV4 Adds More Cool to the Line

THOMASVILLE, NC – April 1, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – CV4  – the leading manufacturer of high performance race parts and accessories for powersports professionals – today announced the release of an all-new lineup of pre-formed radiator/coolant hose kits for 2013 powersport applications. The new applications feature a medical-grade silicone that offers unmatched abrasion protection, puncture resistance, and withstands higher temperatures without compromising the material.

Available in a variety of colors, the new-for-2013 pre-formed radiator/coolant hoses from CV4 fit many of the latest and most popular powersport models, including the Honda Ruckus and CRF450R, Husaberg FE501, KTM 250 SX-F,450 SX-F, KTM 450-501 XCW–EXC and 990 Adventure Series, Suzuki RM-Z 250 and other leading models.

“To be able to offer such a high-quality product in a variety of colorways that compliments so many of the top machines on the market today is definitely adding cool,” said Scott Highland, Director of Marketing and Business Development, CV Products. “We expect that everyone from the casual weekend rider, the up-and-coming amateur or today’s top professionals will benefit from the performance and look of these cool radiator/coolant hoses.”

CV4 Everything Racing’s full line up of 2013 radiator/coolant hoses is now available online from www.CV4.net, and can also be acquired from leading powersport dealers and distributors.

CV Products is a diverse company focused on the performance and racing industry with locations in Thomasville, NC and Mooresville, NC. CV Products manages multiple divisions, capabilities including track support and brands such as Xceldyne, X2, CV4, AMC Coatings, CV Xchange, Spin, XTS and more.  The slogan Everything Racing really defines it heritage. CV Products is proud to celebrate 25 years in the business.  www.cvproducts.com

Xceldyne Technologies is an ISO 9000 certified manufacturing facility producing quality technical components from NASCAR, F1, AMA and other motorsports to medical and defense industries.  Xceldyne and X2 offer leading valve and valvetrain solutions for the motorsports industry offering such items as titanium and steel engine valves to ancillary components that complete the valvetrain system.   www.xceldyne.com

CV4 is a brand offering Powersports Industry solutions from cooling and thermal management products, valvetrain and a host of engine and performance components for motorcycles and ATV’s.  www.CV4.net 

AMC Coating is a full service ISO9001 certified coating facility specializing in anodizing, REM surface finishing, electroplating, laser marking and other surface treatments.  www.AMCcoating.com

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MGS Custom Bikes Introduces New High Performance True Dual Exhausts for Baggers and Dressers

LANCASTER, CA – December 20, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – MGS Custom Bikes is proud to announce the addition of their new high performance line of True Dual exhausts for ’95-2013 baggers and dressers. Some years back MGS purchased a Dyno and through the process of tuning bikes, Mike Stafford, president and founder of MGS Custom Bikes, has created a custom line of fine-tuned high performance exhaust systems that outperform the competition.

1995-2013 True Dual in Satin Black

Over a year of extensive research and development went into these pipes and Mike far exceeded his goal…to build a horsepower producing exhaust. MGS Custom Bikes’ new exhaust systems do INCREASE horsepower…PERIOD! (Independent studies and dyno results are available upon request) Riders will be shocked at their horsepower gains the second they install a set of our new True Duals,” Chris Stafford, VP Marketing stated.

MGS has won some of the most highly esteemed shows in the motorcycle industry, such as: The Grand National Roadster Show for the title of America’s Most Beautiful Motorcycle; The Rat’s Hole in Florida and the Discovery Channel’s Bike Build Off, just to name a few. MGS has also been on the cover of every major motorcycle magazine as well as countless features inside.

1995-2013 True Dual in Chrome

MGS Customs’ True Dual exhaust system has produced an average increase of 12+ foot pounds of torque on a stock FL model Harley-Davidson. Better results have been achieved, but are not ordinary. These new True Duals are available in black ceramic or chrome with your choice of three different style tips. MGS designed them so that ONE part number will fit ALL 95-2013 Harley-Davidson FL Touring Models… dealers will only have to stock one set of pipes in order to fit all FL Touring Model applications.

For those interested in obtaining more information on MGS Custom Bikes, you can reach them at 661-951-9878, call Chris Stafford directly at 661-750-2424, email them at sales@MGSCustomBikes.com or check them out online at www.MGSCustomBikes.com.

 

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918 Spyder prototypes begin testing

Development of the Porsche super sports car enters next phase

ATLANTA, GA – May 15, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – The Porsche 918 Spyder is on the road: Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, has taken the driving trials of the super sports car of the future a step further with completion of the initial prototypes. The 918 Spyder is planned for production at the end of September 2013, with the first customer deliveries currently scheduled for the United States late in 2013. “What we are doing with the 918 Spyder is redefining driving fun, efficiency and performance,” said Wolfgang Hatz, Member of the Executive Board Research and Development of Porsche AG.

The prototypes, their camouflage harking back to historical Porsche 917 racing cars, signal the final touches to the 918 Spyder. The focus is on the interplay between the highly sophisticated individual drive components. The combination of combustion engine and two independent electric motors – one on the front axle and one in the drive line, acting on the rear wheels – poses completely new demands on the development of the operating strategies. “They are therefore a critical component in this vehicle into which we have put all of our expertise and capacity for innovation,” said Wolfgang Hatz. These operating strategies and the development of the software to go with them are one of Porsche’s core competences. Both of them have a major influence on the extreme driving fun to be had with the 918 Spyder and they make possible a unique combination of minimal fuel consumption and maximum performance. The initial results of the driving trials are in line with the high expectations placed on the 918 Spyder.

The super sports car is designed as a plug-in hybrid vehicle combining a high-performance combustion engine with cutting-edge electric motors for extraordinary performance: on the one hand, the dynamics of a racing machine boasting more than 770 hp, on the other hand, fuel consumption in the region of three litres per 100 kilometres. Moreover, Porsche is breaking yet more new ground with the technology demonstrator with spectacular solutions such as the full carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) monocoque with unit carrier, fully adaptive aerodynamics, adaptive rear-axle steering and the upward-venting “top pipes” exhaust system. In the process, the 918 Spyder is offering a glimpse of what Porsche Intelligent Performance may be capable of in future.

About Porsche Cars North America
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), based in Atlanta, Ga. is the exclusive U.S. importer of Porsche sports cars, the Cayenne SUV and Panamera sports sedan. Established in 1984, it is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Porsche AG, which is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, and employs approximately 220 people who provide parts, service, marketing and training for 194 dealers. They, in turn, work to provide Porsche customers with a best-in-class experience that is in keeping with the brand’s 63-year history and leadership in the advancement of vehicle performance, safety and efficiency.

At the core of this success is Porsche’s proud racing heritage that boasts some 30,000 motorsport wins to date.

Follow us: www.twitter.com/Porsche and www.facebook.com/Porsche and drive.porsche.com/us

For Porsche apps: http://www.porsche.com/usa/entertainment/apps/

Preliminary Specifications
Porsche 918 Spyder*

Body:	Two-seater Spyder; carbon fibre reinforced plastics (CFRP) monocoque interlocked with CFRP unit carrier; two-piece Targa roof; fixed roll-over protection system.
Drivetrain:	Parallel full hybrid; 4.6-litre V8 mid-engine with dry-sump lubrication; hybrid module with electric motor and decoupler; electric motor with decoupler and gear unit on front axle; electrical system recuperation; four cooling circuits for motors, transmission and battery; thermal management.
Engine Power:	> 570 hp (V8 engine) ~ 90 kW (hybrid module on rear axle) ~ 80 kW (electric motor on front axle) > 770 hp (combined)
Suspension:	Double-wishbone front axle; optional electro-pneumatic lift system on front axle; electro-mechanical power steering; multi-link rear axle with adaptive electro-mechanical system for individual rear wheel steering
Brake system:	High-performance hybrid brake system with adaptive recuperation; ceramic brake discs (PCCB).
Energy supply:	Lithium-ion battery with 6.8 kWh capacity (BOL nominal), 202 kW maximum power and mains-compatible plug-in charger.
Performance:	Top speed                          > 200 mph purely electric                    > 90 mph Acceleration: 0 – 60 mph    < 3.0 s
Consumption (NEDC);	Total                                 ~ 3.0 l/100 km
CO2 emissions:	Total                                 ~ 70 g/km
Range:	Purely electric                   > 15 miles

*Specifications, performance standards, fuel economy, standard equipment, options, and other elements shown are subject to change without notice.

SOURCE: Porsche Cars North America, Inc

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Avon Motorcycle Tyres Introduces New 3D Ultra Tires

STOW, OH – March 1, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) -  Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America has developed the new 3D Ultra Sport, Supersport and Xtreme for high performance and ultra-high performance applications, available now.

The 3D Ultra Sport is a high performance street tire. This tire utilizes a Triple Extrusion (TE) compound; a durable rubber compound in the center to increase mileage, softer super rich silica (SRS) compound on the shoulders to improve grip, and a third compound underneath that binds them together to reduce tire temperature and increase tire life. 3D siping improves stability and reduces flex, and a large footprint delivers outstanding handling on the street; in dry or wet conditions, and at lean angles.

The 3D Ultra Supersport offers all the benefits of a high-performance street tire, with the added benefits of superior performance on the track. Developed with a special high-performance race compound and 3D siping, this tire transitions easily from the street to the track to deliver maximum grip and precise handling at higher speeds in a variety of weather or pavement conditions.

For ultra-high performance on the track, choose the new 3D Ultra Xtreme. Specially formulated using 3D technology and a super sticky race compound, the 3D Ultra Xtreme reaches optimum temperature quickly to deliver the ultimate grip and reliable stability for precise handling and agility in dry conditions and at high speeds. The large footprint delivers solid handling at lean angles, through hard turning, hard braking, and quick acceleration.

3D Ultra Sport and Supersport include a limited road hazard warranty at no additional charge. For more information or to find a dealer, visit http://www.avonmoto.com.

About Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America
Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America, based in Stow, Oh. markets and sells Avon brand motorcycle tires in the United States and Canada. Avon motorcycle tires are designed and manufactured for street and racing applications, from ultra wide tires featuring snakeskin effect sidewalls to ultra high-performance sport bike tires. Avon’s long history and heritage of innovation reaches back more than 100 years. Based in Melksham, England, Avon tires are built to perform and are engineered to high standards incorporating the latest in cutting-edge technology. For more information visit http://www.avonmoto.com

Contact :
Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America
4600 Prosper Drive
Stow, OH 44224
Don Sneddon
Advertising Manager
800-624-7470 x3750
dsneddon@avonmoto.com
http://www.avonmoto.com

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US Highland, Inc. Announces Options for Significant Funding

TULSA, OK – October 28, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – US Highland (UHLN) has been actively seeking financing alternatives, including debt and equity financing, to support operations and provide working capital. These efforts have been successful as US Highland has received several significant proposals.

“With our product line and developing OEM partnerships it’s clear why US Highland has received multiple proposals from potential funders.  Management is now reviewing these proposals for strategic fit,” said Robert Harris, Chairman of US Highland. “We are confident and anticipate that within a short period of time we will secure a favorable comprehensive financing package.”

About US Highland, Inc.

US Highland, Inc., is a US based designer and manufacturer of high performance, premium quality powertrains and motorcycles.

For additional information concerning US Highland visit www.ushighland.com.

SOURCE: US Highland, Inc.

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US Highland, Inc. Announces Appointment of Adrian Lee to Board of Directors

TULSA, OK – October 26, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – US Highland (UHLN) announced that Mr. Adrian Lee has accepted appointment to serve on the Board of Directors of US Highland, Inc.

Mr. Lee is an expert in mechanical engineering and retail sales and has extensive experience in the automotive repair, dealership management and tool making industries.

“The experience and diverse international perspective that Mr. Lee brings to the Board of Directors will be integral in formulating and driving our long-term goals and objectives,” stated US Highland President & CEO John Fitzpatrick.

“Adrian Lee delivers a unique blend of industrial expertise, automotive experience, and international business acumen. His position on the Board will help extend the vision and capacity for Management to execute on its strategic plan,” commented US Highland Chairman Robert Harris.

About US Highland, Inc.

US Highland, Inc., is a US based designer and manufacturer of high performance, premium quality powertrains and motorcycles.  For additional information concerning US Highland visit www.ushighland.com.

SOURCE: US Highland, Inc.

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Yamaha Introduces New 2012 YFZ450

Original High-Performance Sport ATV Brings More Power at Lower Cost

CYPRESS, CA – September 14, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., the world’s leading sport ATV manufacturer, is introducing a new YFZ450 with increased power and performance.  The 2012 YFZ450 is priced at $6,799 – approximately $200 less than the original YFZ in 2004 and more than $1,200 less than the closest competing 450cc model – making it the most affordable high-performance 450 ATV on the market today.

“The YFZ’s price is aimed squarely at the many sport ATV enthusiasts who have been affected by the down economy and may not be in a position to purchase today’s premium-priced 450-class quads,” said Steve Nessl, Yamaha’s ATV and SxS group marketing manager.  ”We know these guys are either still riding or at least still want to ride, and we want to give them an affordable option right now.”

The new YFZ features an updated 449cc liquid-cooled, double overhead cam four-stroke, five valve engine featuring 95mm bore and 63.4mm stroke.  Yamaha engineers significantly increased the low- and mid-range power (compared with the previous 2009 YFZ450 model) by revising the cam profile and timing and developing new ignition mapping.  The new larger 42mm Mikuni® BSR carburetor with throttle position sensor maintains the top-end performance while improving throttle response and significantly reducing throttle effort.

“Our core sport customer’s first priority right now is price, but they still demand performance and quality,” Nessl said.  ”Yamaha is able to combine all of these customer’s priorities in the new YFZ450.”

The YFZ’s power is complemented by its light weight, compact steel frame with aluminum sub frame and its proven handling characteristics.  The new YFZ with its rigid cast aluminum swingarm and aluminum upper A-arms help keep weight down while maintaining performance.

The new KYB front shocks feature 9.1 inches of travel while the rear suspension system uses a piggyback Showa shock with 10.6 inches of travel.  The new wheel was designed with the inner lip rolled in increasing rigidity and allowing a reduction in weight while maintaining strength, and the new Dunlop® tires (21x7R-10 in front and 20x10R-9 in back) were designed specifically for this YFZ.  Twin hydraulic front brake calipers with 127mm discs and a hydraulic dual-piston caliper 173mm rear disc bring the stopping power.

The 2012 YFZ also has a ratchet-type five-speed transmission and heavy-duty clutch adding to the machine’s improved comfort on long rides.  The standard push-button electric start and Yamaha flip-style parking brake are added benefits.  Its large capacity air box features no-tool access to the extra large oiled dual-foam filter for easy maintenance.

“The 2012 YFZ450 is the right sport ATV for the right price at the right time,” Nessl said. “This machine has a powerful, quick-revving engine in a lightweight and nimble chassis.  Yamaha is more involved in the world of sport ATVs than any other manufacturer, and the new YFZ is another way we can support these customers.”

The new YFZ450 will start arriving at Yamaha dealers by the end of September, and it launches into an immediate pool of parts and accessories – more than 90 GYTR® items from Yamaha and countless aftermarket products.

The YFZ450 comes in Black Metallic or all White.  The White models come with the customer’s choice of one of eleven available free custom graphics kits from One Industries.  More information on the YFZ450 is at www.Yamaha-Motor.com.  More information on the graphic kit promotion is at: http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/atv/atvgraphics.aspx

Yamaha will also continue to offer the highest-performance, race-dominating YFZ450R for 2012, which was previously announced in June.  A new black and yellow special edition has been announced for this fall.

About Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A.

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., (YMUS) a leader in the motorsports market, makes the toughest, most capable and versatile ATV and Side-by-Side vehicles. The company’s ever-expanding product offerings also include motorcycles, outboard motors, personal watercraft, snowmobiles, boats, outdoor power equipment, race kart engines, accessories, apparel and much more. YMUS products are sold through a nationwide network of dealers in the United States.

Headquartered in Cypress, Calif., since its incorporation in 1976, Yamaha also has facilities in Wisconsin and Georgia, as well as factory operations in Tennessee and Georgia. For more information on Yamaha, visit www.yamaha-motor.com.

ATVs with engines greater than 90cc are recommended for use only by riders age 16 years and older.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Van Holmes
Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A.
(714) 761-7370
van_holmes@yamaha-motor.com

SOURCE Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A.

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