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October 12, 2011

IN THIS ISSUE
Top 100 deadline Saturday
Extreme Makeover project
Thunderbird H-D remodel
Harley-Davidson dealer survey
H-D’s Wandell on future
Helmet law in Nevada
Digital signage ROI
New H-D products

Top 100 Dealer entries due this Saturday
The deadline for dealers and retailers wanting to enter the 2012 Top 100 Dealer competition is Saturday, Oct. 15. The Class of 2012 will be announced in December, and the Merit Award winners, the finalists and the Dealer of the Year will be revealed during an awards luncheon Feb. 17 in Indianapolis. To enter, click “more” or visit www.dealernews.com. More...


J&P Cycles takes on mystery project for ‘Extreme Makeover’ family
The show’s producers have asked Iowa-based J&P  to help a struggling family of motorcycle enthusiasts in West Union, whose home has just been rebuilt for the show. 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 V-Twin products, witness the latest install and customization 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.

Major remodel begins at Albuquerque’s Thunderbird Harley-Davidson
Upgrades include doubling the parking area, adding bays and new lighting to the service department, building a new showroom entrance, adding a café and more. More...

Harley-Davidson Q3 retail sales up 3.5 percent but inventories light, say dealers
Inventories remain at five year lows, and all of the dealers described inventories as comfortable/light with a need to improve the mix such as adding more touring bikes, according to results of a Wells Fargo Securities dealer survey obtained by Dealernews’ Joe Delmont. More...


Wandell: Harley-Davidson ‘can’t survive on core customers alone’
Wandell told a Ohio State University business group this week that the Motor Co. will continue to trim the North American dealer network as it seeks ways to court new customers. More...

Clark County, Nev., sued over helmet law enforcement
A dozen motorcycle riders have sued the county, home to Las Vegas, over enforcement of the state's helmet law. They are seeking class action status for the case. More...

TOP 100 DEALER COMPETITION – FINAL DAYS!Do you know that every year a sizeable percentage of Top 100 Dealers are V-Twin dealers? The entry process for the 2012 Top 100 Dealer competition is now open. Access the entry form Entries are due Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011. Good luck!

Should you buy digital signage for your store?
Digital media is easy to update, and changes in content can be made anywhere from instantaneously to up to 48 hours after the change is requested. This makes it easier on dealers who want to feature short sales, or spur-of-the-moment sales, like a flash sale on oil changes or apparel. More...


Latest Motor Co. products include derby cover, new shocks
The Skull & Chain Derby cover ($89.95, shown here) from Harley-Davidson incorporates a contrasting 3-D chain rim surrounding the distinctive “Willie G” Skull, with black-filled eyes and a rhinestone-encrusted jaw line. More...


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