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September 14, 2011

IN THIS ISSUE
• Parhams retire
• Mixed reviews for Sturgis
• Jody Perewitz
• PM’s new products
• Akrapovic enters market
• Distributor Report Card
• Paughco springer
• ICON’s V-Twin gear

End of an Era: John and Jill Parham retire from J&P Cycles
The couple is handing over day-to-day management of the iconic business to son, Zach, and will turn their attention to running the National Motorcycle Museum. More...

ANALYSIS: Did trademark war have impact on Sturgis Rally sales?
Shirt and souvenir sales were reportedly off, but did the recent trademark war have anything to do with it? It depends on which vendor you talk to. More...

Jody Perewitz first woman to run 200+ mph on an American V-Twin
Perewitz piloted the ground-up custom during the Bonneville land-speed trials. The bike is a 100 c.i. Jim's Twin Cam assembled at R&R Cycle; it was fine-tuned by Dan Thayer. More...

PM’s new products just keep on coming
You'd be hard-pressed to recite all the new swag coming from Performance Machine in 2012 in one breath — but what the heck, let's try. More...

AMERICAN V-TWIN DEALER SHOW – REGISTER NOW! The new American V-Twin Dealer Show, co-located with Dealer Expo Feb. 17-19 in Indianapolis, is endorsed by championship brands like Arlen Ness, Biker’s Choice, Custom Chrome, NPA, Rinehart Racing, S&S, and more. Don’t miss this unprecedented opportunity to see the latest products, witness the latest methods and learn the latest business strategies – in one weekend, in one venue. (How easy and economical is that?) Register now by calling 800-556-3369.

Akrapovic enters the V-Twin market
Unveiled at the Parts/Drag NVP, the Custom Range for Harley-Davidson features a full exhaust system and slip-on cans with applications for the Sportster, Touring, Dyna and Softail lines. More...

TAKE THE SURVEY: Give your distributor a Report Card
Thousands of powersports retailers this month are rating the business relationships they have with their distributors in the biennial Distributor Report Card survey from Dealernews. Dealers can access the survey form here. More...

TOP 100 DEALER COMPETITION IS OPEN – FINAL WEEKS!Do you have what it takes to be a Top 100 Dealer? Then get going! The entry process for the 2012 Top 100 Dealer competition is now open. Our easier and more streamlined online

entry form lets you work on your Top 100 entry throughout September before submitting. Entries are due Oct. 1, 2011. Good luck!

Paughco unveils tapered leg springers
The company has developed a “wide” version, which comes with or without the factory-style shock. There’s also a Narrow Chopper design. More...

ICON unveils V-Twin inspired gear for fall
The apparel company has some very specific items in mind for V-Twin riders, including the Victory Hard Luck jacket shown here. More...

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