ATV Safety Institute Encourages Responsible Riding While Enjoying Memorial Day Weekend

Upcoming Holiday Weekend an Ideal Time for ASI Safety Courses

IRVINE, CA – May 23, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – As more than 35 million ATV enthusiasts take to the trails this Memorial Day weekend, the ATV Safety Institute and the major manufacturers and distributors of ATVs encourage everyone to ride safely and responsibly. The ASI estimates that nearly 11 million ATVs will be ridden over the long holiday weekend, and urges enthusiasts to minimize their risk and increase their fun factor by taking the ASI’s hands-on ATV RiderCourse and interactive E-Course. Both are designed to help enthusiasts better understand how to safely operate their ATVs.

“Now that the summer riding season is upon us, enthusiasts everywhere can brush up on safety tips with the ASI’s half-day, hands-on ATV RiderCourse,” said Tim Buche, president and CEO of the ATV Safety Institute. “It’s free if you’ve purchased a new, qualifying ATV from an ASI member-company and most major ATV manufacturers offer incentives for completing the course in the form of cash or gift cards worth up to $100. ASI encourages all enthusiasts to be safety-conscious whenever they ride, but especially on a busy holiday weekend like Memorial Day.”

To find an ATV RiderCourse near you and enroll, visit http://www.atvsafety.org. In addition to learning safe riding skills on the range, riders can also brush up on ATV safety principles online with the ATV E-Course, also available at http://www.atvsafety.org. Three age-specific online courses are available: one for adults, another for teens, and one specifically aimed at children. All the courses include videos and interactive games to make them fun and effective learning experiences for every age group.

According to data from the Consumer Product Safety Commission, 92 percent of all ATV-related fatalities are the result of warned-against behaviors, such as youths riding adult-sized ATVs. Therefore, the ASI strongly recommends that all ATV riders follow the warning labels on each vehicle. Finally, all ATV enthusiasts, no matter their age or experience level, can further minimize their risk by simply adhering to the ASI’s Eight Golden Rules of ATV Safety:

1. Always wear a DOT-compliant helmet, goggles, long sleeves, long pants, over-the-ankle boots, and gloves.
2. Never ride on paved roads except to cross when done safely and permitted by law – another vehicle could hit you. ATVs are designed to be operated off-highway.
3. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
4. Never carry a passenger on a single-rider ATV, and no more than one passenger on an ATV specifically designed for two people.
5. Ride an ATV that’s right for your age.
6. Supervise riders younger than 16; ATVs are not toys.
7. Ride only on designated trails and at a safe speed.
8. Take a hands-on ATV RiderCourseSM and the free online E-Course. Call toll-free at (800) 887-2887 or go to www.atvsafety.org to register.

The All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Institute® develops rider training programs and promotes the safe and responsible use of ATVs. The ASI® works to reduce crashes and injuries resulting from improper ATV use. Formed in 1988, the ASI is a not-for-profit division of the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America®. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourseSM nearest you, visit www.atvsafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America® promotes the safe and responsible use of all-terrain vehicles through rider training, public awareness campaigns and state legislation. Additionally, the SVIA® works to preserve access to off-road lands and expand riding opportunities. The SVIA is a resource for ATV research, statistics and vehicle standards. Accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), the SVIA develops standards for the equipment, configuration and performance requirements of ATVs.

Based in Irvine, Calif., the SVIA is a not-for-profit industry association sponsored by Arctic Cat, BRP, Honda, Kawasaki, KYMCO, Polaris, Suzuki, and Yamaha. Visit the SVIA online at www.svia.org. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourseSM nearest you, visit www.atvsafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

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Specialty Vehicle Institute of America Board of Trustees Re-elects Officers for 2013

IRVINE, CA – April 3, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America’s Board of Trustees re-elected its officers, including Chair Gary Higgins, senior manager, national service operations, motorcycle division at American Honda Motor Co.; Vice Chair Ken Bush, regulations manager at American Suzuki Motor Corp.; Secretary/Treasurer Russ Brenan, senior advisor of government relations and public affairs at Kawasaki Motors Corp.; and SVIA President Tim Buche.

“I appreciate the confidence from all the returning members and officers,” said Higgins, who begins his fourth term as SVIA chair in 2013. “I look forward to helping lead and moderate positive discussion at SVIA and ATV Safety Institute board meetings. As we continue to maintain the highest-quality ATV safety programs and education, I’m confident that we’ll have additional opportunities to share efficiencies, lessons and outlook in the coming year.”

Like its officers, the remainder of the SVIA board continues from the previous year and includes trustees Isabelle Bouchard (BRP), Mike Martinez (Yamaha), Jan Rintamaki (Polaris) and Ron Solberg (Arctic Cat). SVIA was incorporated in 1983 to foster and promote the safe and responsible use of specialty vehicles in the U.S.

The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America® promotes the safe and responsible use of all-terrain vehicles through rider training, public awareness campaigns and state legislation. Additionally, the SVIA® works to preserve access to off-road lands and expand riding opportunities. The SVIA is a resource for ATV research, statistics and vehicle standards. Accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), the SVIA develops standards for the equipment, configuration and performance requirements of ATVs.

Based in Irvine, Calif., the SVIA is a not-for-profit industry association sponsored by Arctic Cat, BRP, Honda, Kawasaki, KYMCO, Polaris, Suzuki and Yamaha. Visit the SVIA online at www.svia.org. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourseSM nearest you, visit www.atvsafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

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New Consumer Product Safety Commission Report Reveals Decline in All Terrain Vehicle Deaths and Injuries Over Most Recently Reported Five Years

Government Acknowledges Change in Trend Direction; Industry Remains Committed to Consumers and National Safety and Training Programs 

IRVINE, CA – March 4, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – All-terrain vehicle injuries have declined significantly over the past five years, showing “a change in trend direction” according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.  The CPSC’s 2011 Annual Report of All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV)-Related Deaths and Injuries, released today, shows the CPSC is reporting a decrease in the estimated number of ATV injuries for the fifth consecutive year.

CPSC acknowledged for the first time in its annual report that “the number of injuries per year has gone through a statistically significant decline in recent years (2007-2011).”  The agency stated that the decline in injuries “shows a change in the trend direction for ATV-related injury estimates.”  The report also found injuries involving children younger than 16 has declined 27 percent from 2007 to 2011.

The CPSC report shows the risk of injury per 10,000 four-wheel ATVs in use declined by more than six percent from 2010 to 2011, and by more than 50 percent over the past ten years.  This is the tenth straight year that injury risk for ATV riders has decreased – a downward trend that the CPSC also describes as statistically significant – and is now lower than at any time since CPSC began calculating injury risk in 1985.  There are now 10.6 million four-wheel ATVs in use, more than tripling since 1998.

The report also found that estimated ATV-related fatalities have declined each year from 2006 through 2011 but noted that data collection for 2008-2011 is ongoing.   Estimated fatality risk per 10,000 four-wheel ATVs in use dropped from 1.1 in 2005 to 0.9 in 2007 (the latest year in which fatality data are complete).

“While there continue to be too many serious ATV incidents, mostly occurring from riding improperly, we are gratified that the longtime commitment of the ATV Safety Institute’s member companies to rider education, parental supervision, and state legislation has contributed to a 50 percent reduction in injury risk and a continuing decline in fatality risk,” said Paul Vitrano, executive vice president, ASI.  “Since 1984, the major manufacturers and distributors of ATVs in the United States have worked closely with the CPSC to implement ongoing safety initiatives.  We appreciate the CPSC’s cooperation in these safety efforts, including the agency’s creation of the www.atvsafety.gov website that helps increase awareness about ATV safety.”

In 2009, the industry’s voluntary ANSI/SVIA vehicle standard was made mandatory as a result of federal legislation.  The legislation requires all ATV manufacturers and distributors, regardless of where the product is manufactured (imported or U.S.), to adhere to the same safety standards and training programs established and followed by the ASI member companies for more than two decades.  This includes newer companies in the U.S. market that had previously elected not to participate in safety programs developed by established manufacturers and in some cases targeted inappropriate models to youth riders.  Under the legislation, all ATV manufacturers now must certify that their products conform to the mandatory standards, and file safety action plans with the CPSC.

The ATV industry is committed to the safety of its customers and will continue to promote and enhance its multi-tiered efforts to increase awareness of the proper operation and use of ATVs.  Unfortunately, more than 92% of ATV-related fatalities involve one or more behaviors that the industry strongly and visibly warns against in its rider education programs, in all its literature, and on the vehicles themselves.

The ASI urges all ATV enthusiasts and their families to follow its Golden Rules:

1. Always wear a DOT-compliant helmet, goggles, long sleeves, long pants, over-the-ankle boots, and gloves.
2. Never ride on paved roads except to cross when done safely and permitted by law — another vehicle could hit you. ATVs are designed to be operated off-highway.
3. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
4. Never carry a passenger on a single-rider ATV, and no more than one passenger on an ATV specifically designed for two people.
5. Ride an ATV that’s right for your age.
6. Supervise riders younger than 16; ATVs are not toys.
7. Ride only on designated trails and at a safe speed.
8. Take a hands-on ATV RiderCourseSM; and the free online E-Course. Visit atvsafety.org or call 800.887.2887.

The All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Institute® develops rider training programs and promotes the safe and responsible use of ATVs. The ASI® works to reduce crashes and injuries resulting from improper ATV use. Formed in 1988, the ASI is a not-for-profit division of the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America®. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourseSM nearest you, visit www.atvsafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America promotes the safe and responsible use of all-terrain vehicles through rider training, public awareness campaigns and state legislation. Additionally, the SVIA® works to preserve access to off-road lands and expand riding opportunities. The SVIA is a resource for ATV research, statistics and vehicle standards. Accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), the SVIA develops standards for the equipment, configuration and performance requirements of ATVs.

Based in Irvine, Calif., the SVIA is a not-for-profit industry association sponsored by Arctic Cat, BRP, Honda, Kawasaki, KYMCO, Polaris, Suzuki, and Yamaha. Visit the SVIA online at www.svia.org. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourseSM nearest you, visit www.atvsafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

 

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ATV Safety Institute Launches Inaugural ATV Safety Week

D.C. / Baltimore Area Event Hosts National Media

IRVINE, CA – October 10, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – The ATV Safety Institute hosted its first-ever Autumn ATV Safety Week event yesterday near Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, giving national media outlets the opportunity to experience the nationally recognized, hands-on ATV RiderCourseSM and speak with key staff members.

ASI instructors and ASI Executive Vice President Paul Vitrano were on hand with several ATVs, two riding ranges, and a scenic trail located on the green rolling hills of a small farm in Sykesville, Md. Joining national media outlets were a local father and his two daughters, demonstrating a pair of age-specific, youth-model ATVs.

“The ASI looks forward to making this an annual safety-promoting event, and to instituting a yearly Spring ATV Safety Week as well, delivering key safety messages at times of the year when ATV sales and riding traditionally go up,” said Vitrano.  “ATV Safety Week will further the ASI’s primary goal of promoting the safe and responsible use of ATVs, thereby reducing crashes and injuries that result from improper operation by the rider.”  This is the latest in a number of public awareness initiatives conducted by ASI since 1988.

The ASI launched this week-long campaign as yet another opportunity to spread ASI member company safety messages to existing and potential ATV riders through national and local media outlets. In addition to yesterday’s RiderCourse, the ASI is mounting a multi-faceted, social media outreach that will highlight the importance of taking the ATV RiderCourse, the ASI’s free online eCourse, and the ASI’s Golden Rules of ATV Riding, with links to ATV safety videos, PSAs and collateral, links to ASI’s “Do The Ride Thing” contest submission videos and more.

The ASI looks forward to making this an annual safety-promoting event, and to instituting a yearly Spring ATV Safety Week as well, with the idea of delivering key safety messages at times of the year when ATV sales and riding traditionally go up. This is the latest in a number of public awareness initiatives conducted by the ASI going back to 1988.

“Experiencing the 16 exercises of the ASI RiderCourse under the guidance of highly experienced licensed instructors provides a first-hand perspective about the importance of making your first ride an ASI RiderCourse and to make the right choices when out on the trails,” Vitrano said. “It was great to have our guests go from being somewhat apprehensive to having fun on the ATVs, after getting the proper safety instruction. We hope to provide the hands-on experience of the ASI ATV RiderCourse to as many mainstream media as we can to help spread the word about the importance of training.”

The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America® promotes the safe and responsible use of all-terrain vehicles through rider training, public awareness campaigns and state legislation. Additionally, the SVIA® works to preserve access to off-road lands and expand riding opportunities. The SVIA is a resource for ATV research, statistics and vehicle standards. Accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), the SVIA develops standards for the equipment, configuration and performance requirements of ATVs.

Based in Irvine, Calif., the SVIA is a not-for-profit industry association sponsored by Arctic Cat, BRP, Honda, Kawasaki, KYMCO, Polaris, Suzuki and Yamaha. Visit the SVIA online at www.svia.org. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourseSM nearest you, visit http://www.atvsafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

The All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Institute® develops rider training programs and promotes the safe and responsible use of ATVs. The ASI® works to reduce crashes and injuries resulting from improper ATV use. Formed in 1988, the ASI is a not-for-profit division of the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America®. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourseSM nearest you, visit www.atvsafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

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ATV Safety Institute Encourages Enthusiasts to Work Hard, Have Fun and Always be Safe

ASI Continues to Support Responsible Riding as Labor Day Approaches

IRVINE, CA -August 29, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – As the Labor Day weekend nears, ATV enthusiasts all over the country are gearing up to trade their pavement-bound daily commuter for their favorite off-highway vehicle to take advantage of the three-day weekend. The ATV Safety Institute, along with the nation’s major ATV manufacturers and distributors, urges the 35 million riders currently operating more than 10 million ATVs across the U.S. to ride safely and responsibly this weekend and every weekend.

“Labor Day weekend represents the heart of the riding season for millions of ATV enthusiasts,” said ASI Vice President Tom Yager. “The upcoming three-day weekend will see ATV riders all over the country taking to the trails and dunes, and enjoying the great outdoors. ASI urges all ATV enthusiasts to put safety first and ride responsibly. ASI offers many easy ways for riders to learn about ATV safety, from safety tips and practice guides to the online E-Course and the hands-on ATV RiderCourseSM.”

Taking the ATV RiderCourse is free for anyone who has purchased a new, qualifying ATV from an ASI member company. Most of the major ATV manufacturers also offer incentives in the form of cash or merchandise certificates for completing the course.

To find an ATV RiderCourse and enroll, visit atvsafety.org or call 800-887-2887. In addition to learning safe riding skills on the range, riders can also enhance their knowledge of ATV safety principles online with the ATV E-Course, also available at atvsafety.org. Three age-specific online courses are available: one for adults, one for teens, and one specifically for children. All the courses include videos and interactive games to make them fun and effective learning experiences for every age group.

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission data show that 92 percent of all ATV-related fatalities are the result of warned-against behaviors such as youth riding adult-size ATVs, riding too fast, not wearing proper gear and riding under the influence. ASI urges everyone to follow the eight Golden Rules of ATV safety that address these behaviors and apply to all riders:

1. Always wear a DOT-compliant helmet, goggles, long sleeves, long pants, over-the-ankle boots and gloves.
2. Never ride on paved roads except to cross when done safely and permitted by law – another vehicle could hit you. ATVs are designed to be operated off-highway.
3. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
4. Never carry a passenger on a single-rider ATV, and no more than one passenger on an ATV specifically designed for two people.
5. Ride an ATV that’s right for your age.
6. Supervise riders younger than 16; ATVs are not toys.
7. Ride only on designated trails and at a safe speed.
8. Take an ATV RiderCourse: call toll-free at (800) 887-2887 or go to atvsafety.org to register or take the online E-Course.

The All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Institute® develops rider training programs and promotes the safe and responsible use of ATVs. The ASI® works to reduce crashes and injuries resulting from improper ATV use. Formed in 1988, the ASI is a not-for-profit division of the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America®. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourseSM nearest you, visit www.atvsafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America® promotes the safe and responsible use of all-terrain vehicles through rider training, public awareness campaigns and state legislation. Additionally, the SVIA® works to preserve access to off-road lands and expand riding opportunities. The SVIA is a resource for ATV research, statistics and vehicle standards. Accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), the SVIA develops standards for the equipment, configuration and performance requirements of ATVs.

Based in Irvine, Calif., the SVIA is a not-for-profit industry association sponsored by Arctic Cat, BRP, Honda, Kawasaki, KYMCO, Polaris, Suzuki, and Yamaha. Visit the SVIA online at http://www.svia.org. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourseSM nearest you, visit www.atvsafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

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ATV Safety Institute Reminds Enthusiasts to Ride Responsibly, Especially Over Busy Memorial Day Weekend

ASI Safety Courses are Fun, Convenient Ways to Brush Up on Safety Rules

IRVINE, CA – May 23, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – The ATV Safety Institute (ASI), along with the major manufacturers and distributors of ATVs, encourage all ATV enthusiasts to ride safely and responsibly this upcoming holiday weekend, and any time they ride an ATV. More than 35 million riders will be operating approximately 10 million ATVs over Memorial Day Weekend in the United States, and they can minimize their risk while increasing their fun by taking the ASI’s hands-on ATV RiderCourse or interactive E-Course to better understand how to safely operate their ATVs.

“The ASI urges all ATV enthusiasts to enroll in an ATV RiderCourse,” said Gary Higgins, chairman of the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America (SVIA). “Participating in the half-day, hands-on course really is the ideal way to kick off the summer riding season. Taking the course is free if you’ve purchased a new, qualifying ATV from an ASI member-company. And, most of the major ATV manufacturers offer incentives for completing the course in the form of cash or merchandise certificates worth up to $100. Really, taking the ATV RiderCourse is a win-win situation for everyone.”

To find an ATV RiderCourse near you and enroll, visit http://www.atvsafety.org. In addition to learning safe riding skills on the range, riders can also brush up on ATV safety principles online with the ATV E-Course. Three age-specific online courses are available: one for adults, another for teens, and one specifically aimed at children. All the courses include videos and interactive games to make them fun and effective learning experiences for every age group.

According to data from the Consumer Product Safety Commission, 92 percent of all ATV-related fatalities are the result of warned-against behaviors. As a result, the ASI strongly recommends that all ATV riders follow the warning labels on each vehicle. Finally, all ATV enthusiasts, no matter their age or experience level, can further minimize their risk by simply adhering to the ASI’s Eight Golden Rules of ATV Safety:

1. Always wear a DOT-compliant helmet, goggles, long sleeves, long pants, over-the-ankle boots, and gloves.
2. Never ride on paved roads except to cross when done safely and permitted by law – another vehicle could hit you. ATVs are designed to be operated off-highway.
3. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
4. Never carry a passenger on a single-rider ATV, and no more than one passenger on an ATV specifically designed for two people.
5. Ride an ATV that’s right for your age.
6. Supervise riders younger than 16; ATVs are not toys.
7. Ride only on designated trails and at a safe speed.
8. Take an ATV RiderCourse; call toll-free at (800) 887-2887 or go to www.atvsafety.org to register. Or take the online e-course at www.atvsafety.org.

The All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Institute® develops rider training programs and promotes the safe and responsible use of ATVs. The ASI® works to reduce crashes and injuries resulting from improper ATV use. Formed in 1988, the ASI is a not-for-profit division of the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America®. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourse nearest you, visit www.atvsafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America® promotes the safe and responsible use of all-terrain vehicles through rider training, public awareness campaigns and state legislation. Additionally, the SVIA® works to preserve access to off-road lands and expand riding opportunities. The SVIA is a resource for ATV research, statistics and vehicle standards. Accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), the SVIA develops standards for the equipment, configuration and performance requirements of ATVs.

Based in Irvine, Calif., the SVIA is a not-for-profit industry association sponsored by Arctic Cat, BRP, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, KYMCO, Polaris, Suzuki, Tomberlin and Yamaha. Visit the SVIA online at www.svia.org. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourse nearest you, visit www.atvsafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

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Racing Planet USA has reached a global logistics agreement with UPS

March 15, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Here at Racing Planet USA we are happy to announce we have reached a global logistics agreement with UPS to speed up our USA deliveries. The last two months we have had a few shipments held by US customs, all these issues as of today have been resolved. UPS Express will be doing both our brokerage and thanks to our volume all our orders will move from Germany to the USA in less than 5 days without paying exorbitant fees.

We promise to give you the best possible service, brands, pricing, and quality in the future that many of you have come to expect from Racing Planet.

Now we can focus on stocking and adding more parts in our US facility.

As you might have noticed we have schematics, fiche finder, and drawings for OEM including Kymco, Hyosung, ZNEN, QMB139, GY6, 140EQMB more than 100,000 parts online. Including all the top racing brands!

Our plan for the next few months is to work on stocking more parts than ever in the United States. In the coming weeks you will notice an abundance of in stock items with the US Flag on our website meaning it will be in stock for same day shipping from the US warehouse.

In addition here is a 10% off coupon for all our existing clients.

Please use this code at checkout: P-jrv-SSN-GaD

Team Racing Planet USA
www.racingplanetusa.com

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Racing Planet comes to U.S.A.

BERLIN, GERMANY – February 3, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) -  Racing Planet one of the most successful European online stores of scooter parts has now opened US operations. The site www.RacingPlanetUSA.com is now live with schematics, manuals, and over 100,000 parts available to US consumers and dealers.

The Story: Racing Planet Germany was established in 2004 since then our company has been expanding to provide our worldwide customer base with the best parts and service. From our humble beginnings in Eastern Germany we have grown to include new markets, new friends, and new clients starting with our facilities in Poland 2008, Sweden2009, Switzerland 2009, and finally the United States in 2011. Our expansion into America is to meet the rising demand for scooter parts due to the sheer number of units on the market without the proper support. We hope to provide American dealers and consumers with the same level of service we have been providing our clients since 2004. Racing Planet is a 5 star rated company in customer satisfaction by eKomi.

The Racing Planet US warehouse is linked with all the European warehouses allowing the buyer to buy inventory that will show in real time if the item is in the USA or Europe. Now the US buyer can buy hard to find items that normally wouldn’t sell in the US marketplace. The Racing Planet range of product is the largest in the North American region from OEM spare parts to high end brands such as Airsal, Arreche, Athena, BCD, Kenda, Koso, Kymco, Leovince, Malossi, Motoforce, MTKT, Naraku, Polini, Stage6, STR8, Tecnigas and Yasuni for the scooters and bikes of: Adly, Avanti, Aprilia, Benelli, CF-Moto, CPI, Honda, Hyosung, Jonway, Kinroad, Keeway, Kymco, Lifan, Linhai, Malaguti, PGO, Piaggio, SYM, TGB, Yamati, Yamaha, Zongshen and many more.

To introduce ourselves to the US market we are offering a 10% off coupon to all new buyers for the next 30 days. At Checkout Dealers or Consumers can use the code: A-jHD-MRF-Asp for an extra 10% off their order.

CONTACT
Email: sales@racingplanetusa.com
Site: www.racingplanetusa.com
Tel: 1-877-912-2011

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Annual Monster Parking Lot Sale Returns to Chaparral Motorsports

It’s Back! Oct 1st 2011 Motorcycle Sale Extravaganza of the Year

SAN BERNARDINO, CA – September 21, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – For motorcycle riders in the Southern California area, the Chaparral Motorsports Annual Monster Parking Lot Sale has become one of the most anticipated events of the year. For more than two decades, this massive discount extravaganza has been drawing riders from hundreds of miles away, who descend on the store in an attempt to find the best deals on just about every motorcycle accessory on the market today.

This year marks the 25th Anniversary of the Annual Monster Parking Lot Sale and the deals that riders can expect to find are hotter than ever. On Saturday, October 1st, more than 45 vendors have confirmed their attendance at this year’s event, and all will be offering steep discounts on the hottest motorcycle gear. These aren’t no-name vendors, either. Big names like Fox, FMF Racing, Spy Optic, Oakley, Metal Mulisha, No Fear and Pro Circuit will all be there with big savings on all of their merchandise.

The event is really a win-win for both the companies and the motorcycle riders. The vendors view it as a chance to clear out some of their merchandise, while the riders love the chance to get all the gear they need at incredible bargains.

Chaparral’s Annual Monster Parking Lot Sale has exploded in recent years, and those who attend can expect a massive crowd. In fact, the sale became so large, with so many vendors in attendance, that Chaparral was forced to move the event away from their parking lot and to the more open space of Arrowhead Credit Union Ball Park, which is located on South E Street in San Bernardino, California.

With riders coming from all over Southern California for this epic one-day only sale, those planning to attend should know that the best deals typically happen early in the day. The gates open up at 8 A.M. and the vendors will be there until 3 P.M., so while there’s plenty of time to shop, many choose to line up before the show officially starts to ensure they can hit their favorite vendors immediately.

Whether you ride a street bike and are looking for new accessories or want some new leathers for next year’s motocross season, the Chaparral Motorsports Annual Monster Parking Lot Sale not only offers an expansive selection, but extreme discounts on all the most popular brands and items. So mark October 1st, 2011 on your calendar and remember to show up early for the best deals.

Visit the Monster Parking Lot Sale page at Chaparral Motorsports’ website, http://www.chaparral-racing.com/parking-lot-sale

Chaparral Motorsports, one of the leading motorcycle dealerships in California, is located at 555 South H Street, San Bernardino, near the 10 and 215 interchange. Chaparral Motorsports® is recognized as one of the largest motorcycle accessory and vehicle dealerships in the country. Chaparral Motorsports now encompasses a 160,000 square foot footprint.  Started as a family motorcycle parts business, Chaparral Motorsports® has developed into a multi-line motorcycle and ATV dealer, offering Honda®, Yamaha®, Kawasaki®, KTM®, Suzuki®, Can-Am, Victory®, Polaris® and Kymco ATV’s, motorcycles, and utility vehicles. Check www.Chaparral-Racing.com for more information

Media Contact: Crystal Ashby Chaparral Motorsports, 909-889-2761, cashby@chaparralmotorsports.com

SOURCE: Chaparral Motorsports

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ATV Safety Institute Proclaims the Defeat of The Lead Ban

- Community Called on to Spread the Word, Use Banner Ads -

IRVINE, CA – August 24, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – The ATV Safety Institute is launching a series of free online banner ads to help spread the word about the end of the lead ban and is calling on everyone in the powersports industry and safety community to post the good news.

Free Banners at http://www.atvsafety.org/leadbanisover_banners.cfm

“Now we’re asking the entire powersports community to let everyone know that youth-model ATVs and dirt bikes are again available for sale,” said Tim Buche, President and CEO of the Motorcycle Industry Council. “So many riders, whether street, off-road, and even lots of racers, began as children, enjoying days in the dirt or desert on little ATVs and motorcycles with their families. And because of two years of passionate, hard work by the industry and enthusiasts everywhere, urging Congress to fix this terrible problem, we won’t have a lost generation of young riders.”

President Obama signed H.R. 2715 into law on Aug. 12, ending the unintentional ban on youth ATVs and off-highway motorcycles. The new law amends the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) to categorically exclude youth ATVs and dirt bikes from the lead content provisions.

“We’d like to see everyone with a website and a stake in the ATV business help deliver this good news,” said Paul Vitrano, general counsel of the MIC and the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America. “By placing one of these digital banners on your website you can be a significant part of a grassroots effort to tell everyone about this important victory.”

The banner ads come in a variety of sizes, with various messages, and are available free of charge to retailers, manufacturers, distributors, riding clubs, youth groups, media and others who want to help announce the defeat of the lead ban. The ads are designed to be posted on websites and link to the stopthebannow website, the ASI E-Course registration page, or other pages with information on youth-model ATVs and dirt bikes.

The Specialty Vehicle Institute of America® promotes the safe and responsible use of all-terrain vehicles through rider training, public awareness campaigns and state legislation. Additionally, the SVIA works to preserve access to off-road lands and expand riding opportunities. The SVIA is a resource for ATV research, statistics and vehicle standards. Accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), the SVIA develops standards for the equipment, configuration and performance requirements of ATVs.

Based in Irvine, Calif., the SVIA is a not-for-profit industry association sponsored by Arctic Cat, BRP, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, KYMCO, Polaris, Suzuki, Tomberlin and Yamaha. Visit the SVIA online at www.svia.org. For safety information or to enroll in the ATV RiderCourseSM nearest you, visit www.atvsafety.org or call (800) 887-2887.

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