J&P Cycles 34th Annual Open House Rally June 29-30

ANAMOSA, IA – April 9, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Each June amongst the cornfields in Eastern Iowa one of the largest two day motorcycle events in the Midwest takes place. The small town of Anamosa, Iowa with a population of approximately 5,500 is home to the J&P Cycles headquarters hosts the annual J&P Cycles Open House Rally.

J&P’s two day Open House Rally ups the population of this already small town by tens of thousands each year. Last year more than 30,000 motorcyclists and spectators converged on J&P to attend this fun-filled family event.

For 2013, more than 110 motorcycle vendors will be onsite displaying the latest and greatest motorcycle merchandise, including 20 semis! See two of the stars from the hit television show Sons of Anarchy, Ryan Hurst who plays Harry “Opie” Winston and Tommy Flanagan who plays Filip “Chibs” Telford. 1 Wheel Revolution will again perform a variety of stunts for those in attendance. On Saturday meet 1998 AMA 250GP National Champion Road Racer Roland Sands who now runs Roland Sands Designs.

Visitors will save big throughout the weekend on J&P Cycles’ enormous inventory of parts, accessories and apparel. Most products in the showroom will be 10 percent off (15 percent for Gold Club members) and a tent will be devoted to drastically reduced clearance items (up to 50 percent off).

Attendees can sign up to win thousands of dollars in door prizes. Plus, donate for a chance to win the National Motorcycle Museum’s 2013 Arlen Ness Victory Cross Country. There will also be a silent auction to benefit the National Motorcycle Museum. Grab a free burger or hotdog in the food tent – courtesy of Allstate Insurance Company. Volunteers from Camp Courageous of Iowa, a year-round respite care and recreation facility for individuals, will be manning beverage stations throughout the grounds for donations. More information can be found on the J&P Cycles website, WWW.JPCYCLES.COM/OPENHOUSE.

The J&P Cycles Open House Rally started out as a small Customer Appreciation Day held by co-founders John and Jill Parham to thank their customers for their business throughout the year. Now, as the world’s largest aftermarket retailer of parts and accessories for Harley-Davidson®, Cruiser, Gold Wing and Sport Bike motorcycles, this event has turned into a two-day rally and, outside of Sturgis, is one of the only places in the Midwest to see this many motorcycle manufacturers in one area.

So, make plans now to attend and check it out. You will be glad you did!

About J&P Cycles

J&P Cycles is the world’s largest retailer of aftermarket parts, accessories and apparel for Harley-Davidson and V-Twin Cruiser motorcycles. In business for 34 years, we carry a full line of products from the brands you trust: Kuryakyn, Vance & Hines, Performance Machine, Mustang Seats and many more. J&P Cycles carries tens of thousands of items in stock, in print and online, delivers the best customer service and return policy in the industry. For more information, visit www.jpcycles.com and start building your dream today!

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Mikey Rush Takes Late Lead in AMA Pro Flat Track Presented by J&P Cycles Season Opener

DAYTONA BEACH, FL – March 15, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) -  History has shown that the kickoff to the AMA Pro Flat Track Championship presented by J&P Cycles in Daytona Beach, FL is always full of surprises. This year was no exception. During last night’s season opener, Mikey Rush of California won the second national of his career. His first win came at the old Municipal Stadium short track in Daytona in 2007.

Last year, during the 2012 season opener, two first time winners, Johnny Lewis #10 and Matt Weidman #20, both won their very first AMA Grand National Flat Track events.

Defending 2012 AMA Pro Grand National Champion Jared Mees jumped out with the holeshot at the start of the final only to surrender the lead to Brad Baker on lap two. Then the red flags came out with a single file restart. Baker continued out front, but Rush was working his way up from a back row start. On lap 18 he made a great pass for the lead and held it to the finish with Baker and Mees finishing second and third, respectively.

In the AMA Pro J&P Cycles Pro Singles Class, Kyle Johnson took home the victory in his very first professional race. Johnson started the race with the holeshot only to have a complete restart because of a crash by last year’s series champion Stephen Vanderkuur. Johnson again nailed the holeshot with Michael Poe right behind him. Poe passed for the lead on lap three but surrendered it back to Johnson on lap 11. After that, Johnson rode like a series veteran and came home with the win. Jason Isennock worked his way into second with Poe coming home third.

Next up? Night two tonight of the AMA Pro Flat Track double header at Daytona Beach, Florida. Stay tuned!

About J&P Cycles:

J&P Cycles is the world’s largest retailer of aftermarket parts and accessories for Harley-Davidson and V-Twin Cruiser motorcycles. In business for 34 years, we carry a full line of products from the brands you trust: Kuryakyn, Vance & Hines, Performance Machine, Mustang Seats and many more. J&P Cycles carries tens of thousands of items in stock, in print and online, delivers the best customer service and return policy in the industry. For more information, visit www.jpcycles.com and start building your dream today!

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POWERSPORTSU™ Goes Viral PSU/EU Launches At INTERMOT Tradeshow

Köln, Germany – October 4, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – PowersportsU is going viral! The big news at the INTERMOT tradeshow in Köln, Germany, is that PowersportsU is now in the EU!  Powersports industry personnel in Europe can now enroll in the same free online training offered by PSU that their dealership counterparts in the U.S. and Canada have enjoyed for the past two years. European students can now experience the effectiveness of access to interactive training 24/7.

“True e-learning knows no boundaries,” explains MAG Europe’s Managing Director, Robert Brinkmark. “The same underlying distance learning technology pioneered by PowersportsU in America functions equally well in the UK and the EU.” In fact, the same self-checks and other proven retention testing elements are incorporated into the EU versions of the classes, and Brinkmark adds that languages other than English are already being rolled out.

Coursework for global brands such as Küryakyn, Mustang Seats, Performance Machine, Progressive Suspension, Renthal and Vance & Hines is already available, and more is on the way. “PowersportsU’s online courses were created to help dealership staff become more knowledgeable in the areas of aftermarket exhausts, wheels, controls, seats, custom accessories and more,” says Brinkmark. To further sweeten the deal, PSU has initiated a special incentive program called “Earn As U Learn” to help dealership personnel earn promotional merchandise and product credits while they learn.

“Better still, PSU/EU education is FREE,” concludes Brinkmark. “We realize that it is a competitive environment, so we are trying to offer dealers the tools they need to win in business. The single best tool we can provide is ongoing education!”

Visit MAG Europe in Hall 9.1 Stand A031 and B032 at INTERMOT or see www.powersportsu.com for all the details on the PSU learning management system. Speaking of growing virally, be sure to “Like” PowersportsU on Facebook so the social media presence expands in cyberspace just like it has in the physical world and get serious about continuing  your Powersports education.

MAG Europe has been supplying industry-leading aftermarket parts and accessories to distributors and dealers across Europe since 2003. As part of the Motorsport Aftermarket Group, our family of companies includes some of the world’s top brands, all proven sales winners to help your business grow. We’re committed to supporting your business: http://mageurope.eu/

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Mustang Seats’ 2012 V-Twin Catalog Supplement

TERRYVILLE, CT  – July 30, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Just in time for the heat of August, Mustang introduces their new sizzling designs for FL, Dyna and Sportster.

Mustang’s new line of Wide Tripper Solos and passenger seats feature Diamond Stitch patterns and a worn-leather, distressed brown look.  All new seats, with or without built-in, removable driver backrests, are introduced in a 24 page catalog supplement.

View Mustang’s full line of seats and accessories at MustangSeats.com or call 800-243-1392

 

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Holger Mohr joins MAG

Motorsport Aftermarket Group Adds Motorcycle Industry Leader To Team

IRVINE, CA – June 4, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Motorsport Aftermarket Group, Inc. (“MAG”), a family of leading brands and businesses in the powersports industry, announced today that leading powersports industry expert Holger Mohr joins the company as Vice President of Business Development for the MAG Brand Group.  In his new role, Mohr is responsible for the growth of international markets and will oversee MAG’s internal design center, Mustang and MAG Europe, among other departments. He reports directly to MAG’s Chief Executive Officer, Brian Etter.

“With a proven track record of success both in Europe and here in the U.S., Holger is the perfect candidate to help expand our family of brands,” says Etter. “Holger is known for his passion for motorcycling, industry experience and professionalism…the same leadership qualities that MAG was founded upon.” In fact, Mohr was named V-Twin Industry Leader of the year by Easyriders in 2010, as well being recognized by trade publication PowerSports Business that same year.

Mohr originally led the team that created Custom Chrome Europe, which became the leading distributor of V-Twin aftermarket products in Europe within short order. He attributes CCE’s success to building a great team of employees, a solid product portfolio, an improved catalog, high customer fill rates, and increased customer satisfaction. Most recently Mohr served as CEO of Custom Chrome Inc. in the United States.

“Holger is first and foremost a motorcycle enthusiast, so he understands the market,” adds Etter. “More than just expanding the business, we want to continue to create a culture where our brands retain their unique identities and connection to their respective customer bases,” explains Etter of the brand autonomy within the MAG family. “We want to be able to remain true to each brand’s core values while still benefiting from greater efficiencies and expertise offered by MAG.”

Mohr says joining the MAG family of brands is the opportunity of a lifetime. “This is an exciting opportunity to support the MAG brands in the United States, as well as MAG Europe, Ltd. and to expand overseas. With the help of some of the best mentors in the motorcycle industry, I plan to develop integrated positioning strategies unique to the MAG brands in order to ensure maximum exposure for the group and our customers,” states Mohr.

“Holger is uniquely qualified for this role,” concludes Etter “His leadership ability and vision will be key to guiding all of our brands to the next level. I am proud to have him join MAG’s leadership team.”

About Motorsport Aftermarket Group, Inc.
Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Motorsport Aftermarket Group, Inc. (“MAG”) is a family of leading brands and businesses in the powersports industry. Brands in the MAG portfolio include Burly, DragonFire, Küryakyn, Mustang Seats, Performance Machine, Progressive Suspension, Renthal, Roland Sands Design, Vance & Hines and Xtreme Motorcycle Wheels. MAG businesses and brands operate worldwide as independently managed business units. MAG businesses and brands work together in product design and development, marketing, advertising and special events, receiving support from MAG. For more information, visit www.maggroup.com.

 

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Avon Tyres to Provide Tires for the Garage-Girls Ultimate Biker Makeover Contest

STOW, OH – May 14, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Avon Tyres is proud to partner with the Garage-Girls Ultimate Biker Makeover contest again this year by providing a set of tires for the 2012 contest winner. Through this special competition, applicants are asked to submit a 600-word essay explaining why they would like to be selected for this special opportunity along with a photo by May 25, 2012, to bikermakeover@garage-girls.com. All submissions will be evaluated by Garage-Girls judges and four finalists will be selected. The four finalists will then be submitted to the Garage-Girls website for public voting from May 28 through July 25 at http://www.garage-girls.com.

The contest winner will receive an incredible prize package that will include a set of Avon tires for her bike along with a wardrobe of shoes from Harley-Davidson® Footwear, a case of synthetic oil from Spectro Performance Oils, a new Mustang® Seats motorcycle seat, a set of shocks from Progressive® Suspension, a cleaning kit from Wizards® Products, a commemorative jacket, gloves and helmet from Hot Leathers®, a $50 Otterbox® gift certificate and more!

This year, all stages of the contest will be completed online via the Garage-Girls website. The prize package will be shipped to the contest winner upon the completion of the contest. For more information and complete rules, visit http://www.garage-girls.com.

About Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America
Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America, based in Stow, Ohio 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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Product Release from Mustang Motorcycle Seats

Stitched to Perfection

TERRYVILLE, CT – April 13, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – The newest seat in Mustang’s Tripper line is their Wide Tripper solo that features a detailed diamond stitch design.

The 14” wide solo fits 2008-up FL models and is shipped complete with a matching mini bib plus chrome mounting hardware giving it a finished look for one-up riding.  The matching passenger seat is 11.5” wide.

Mustang’s Wide Tripper Solo with diamond stitching is only $289 retail; the rear seat is $169.  Solos are also sold with a removable, fully adjustable driver backrest and will be available soon in a distressed brown.

Mustang seats for Metric Cruisers and H-D^® models are proudly handcrafted in the USA and are sold through motorcycle dealers and accessory stores worldwide.  For more info, visit MustangSeats.com or call 860-582-9633.

 

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Last Chance to Score Swag from Powersports University this Holiday Season

December 31 Deadline Looms

IRVINE, CA – December 21, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Don’t miss your last chance to enroll in Powersports University courses to qualify for the holiday swag, including a new iPad! “Education is an ongoing process rather than a one-time event,” says PowersportsU™ “professor” Eric Anderson. “So we created a gift that will keep on giving all year long in the form of our Holiday education incentives.”

A comprehensive series of interactive online courses, PowersportsU™ was created to help industry pros become more competitive when it comes to selling aftermarket exhausts, wheels, controls, seats and custom accessories. Holiday gifts for PowersportsU™ graduates include chain/sprocket kits from Renthal, shocks from Progressive Suspension and the grand prize of a free iPad (pre-loaded with Cycle News digital edition). Note that these presents are being given in addition to the certificates of completion and the other swag already awarded to successful PowersportsU™ graduates.

The rules are pretty simple… Dealership personnel just need to pass any complete PowersportsU™ course before December 31, 2011. Training courses already up and running include Küryakyn, Mustang Seats, Performance Machine, Progressive Suspension, Renthal and Vance & Hines.

Continue your professional development as a powersports industry pro and get the gift that keeps on giving by logging onto www.PowerSportsU.com and enrolling in classes that you haven’t passed yet!

About Motorsport Aftermarket Group
Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Motorsport Aftermarket Group (MAG) is a family of leading brands and businesses in the motorsport industry. MAG businesses and brands operate worldwide as independently managed business units. MAG businesses and brands work together in product design and development, marketing and advertising, and special events, and receive support from the MAG corporate office in the areas of business development, finance, sourcing, information technology, sales, marketing and administration. For more information, visit www.maggroup.com.

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Motorsports Aftermarket Group (MAG) Expands into Japan

Yoshi Kitaura to Head New MAG Japan Offices

IRVINE, CA – February 7, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Motorsport Aftermarket Group (MAG), a family of leading brands and businesses in the motorsport industry, is expanding its sales and marketing efforts in Japan and setting its sights on Asia’s recovering American motorcycle market.

“This move reflects our belief that Japan’s market is on the rebound,” said MAG President & CEO Brian Etter. “MAG’s family of brands plans to be there when it does. Right now we’re laying groundwork for new products and brands, as well as supporting the increasing demand for our existing brands of accessories and aftermarket products. In terms of products and service, MAG continues to support current Japanese owners of American motorcycles in ways they absolutely require. No other company goes to the lengths we do to support Japanese motorcyclists who desire premium American-engineered aftermarket motorcycle parts and accessories.”

Etter announced Yoshi Kitaura would be Managing Director of the new MAG Japan offices, reporting to Thomas Breed, MAG’s Managing Director of International Sales. Areas of growth in Japan for the MAG portfolio of brands include distribution and sales of Vance & Hines, Kuryakyn, Renthal, Progressive Suspension, Performance Machine, RSD, and Mustang Seats. “Focusing on the v-twin, sport, and dirt markets in Japan will allow MAG to understand, develop, and supply the evolving Asian marketplace,” Breed said. “We are aware that markets around the globe vary dramatically, requiring local knowledge and cooperative partners to fuel MAG’s future growth and success.”

“MAG has been building its accessory businesses in Europe, South America, and the Middle East,” Etter said. “Opening up offices in Japan will begin our focus on the Pacific Rim. Our premium brands are global leaders in innovation, and we want customers around the world to be able to enjoy them. With Yoshi on board, expanding our reach in Asia is the obvious next step.”

About Motorsport Aftermarket Group
Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Motorsport Aftermarket Group (MAG) is a family of leading brands and businesses in the motorsport industry. MAG businesses and brands operate worldwide as independently managed business units. MAG businesses and brands work together in product design and development, marketing and advertising, and special events, and receive support from the MAG corporate office in the areas of business development, finance, sourcing, information technology, sales, marketing and administration. For more information, visit www.maggroup.com.

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Mustang’s Full Line of Comfort for Honda VT1300

TERRYVILLE, CT – November 10, 2010 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Mustang has introduced a full line of seats for the 2010-11 Honda VT1300 Interstate, Sabre and Stateline models.

The deeply pocketed driver seat on the one-piece Wide Vintage Touring style with Driver Backrest is a full 16” wide and sits you at the ideal cruising angle. The 10.5” wide passenger seat utilizes Mustang’s unique internal steel support wings.  The optional driver backrest provides superb back support for those longer rides and is fully adjustable and easily removable.  The Wide Vintage Touring seat with Driver Backrest sells for $669; if you prefer chrome studs and leather-tied conchos, opt for Mustang’s Wide Studded Touring Seat with Driver Backrest at $699.

Mustang’s Wide Touring styles without a built-in backrest are designed so that the driver’s back is well supported by the nose of the passenger seat that extends forward.  Choose from Mustang’s one-piece Wide Vintage Touring seat for $469 or the Wide Studded Touring style for $499.  For a totally different low, lean look, check out Mustang’s DayTripper™ seat for only $359.

To complete your bikes’ custom look, add a matching tank bib or sissy bar pad.

All Mustang seats for Metric Cruisers and H-D^® models are proudly handcrafted in the USA.  For more info, visit MustangSeats.com or call 800-243-1392.

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