More from the H-D new model rumor mill - this time about another possible mid-cycle launch. It is thought to be a 114" anniversary issue Softail, as at early January 2020 is apparently already in production.
Tucker Powersports has added Motul lubricants to its portfolio of distributed brands, including its 2017 introduced and domestic U.S. formulated/manufactured 100% synthetic Twin Oils line. Headquartered in France and founded more than 150 years ago, Motul is noted for its innovation and commitment to automotive and motorcycle racing, supporting race series such as AMA Flat Track and the Roland Sands Super Hooligans among others.
Sad news from the 2020 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia with the death of Portuguese Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team rider Paulo Goncalves on stage seven - competing in his 13th Dakar.
The Mama Tried show, Milwaukee, March 13 - 15, is offering the chance to win a 1951 Harley-Davidson WR factory production race bike, with rebuilt engine and full restoration. Entry costs $20.00 for a show sticker and ticket for the drawing. You don't have to be present to win.
AFT returns to the legendary New Hampshire Motor Speedway on Saturday, June 13, 2020. "The Laconia Short Track will once again bring another level of excitement to the 97th year of the historic Laconia Motorcycle Week."
HardDrive dealers will now be able to buy Dunlop tires from the Boise, Idaho based distributor after WPS inked a distribution agreement with the largest motorcycle tire maker in the United States. "We are genuinely excited to begin this new relationship with WPS," explained Dunlop's Sr. VP of Sales and Marketing Mike Buckley. WPS/HardDrive distribute through warehouses in Idaho, California, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Texas and its newly opened purpose-built 240,000 sq ft facility near Savannah, Georgia.
Harley's Chinese collaborator of choice, Geely Automobile Holding, is in talks to take a stake in troubled 107-year old British luxury car maker Aston Martin. Geely already owns the formerly British Lotus brand, Volvo (Sweden), Benelli (Italy), and has a 9.69% stake in Germany's Daimler - parent of Mercedes Benz. Famously the maker of fine automobiles for British Secret agent James '007' Bond, Aston Martin isn't the only iconic British marque Geely has rescued - being the owner and manufacturer of the equally iconic black London Taxi.
Ducati has scooped up another Good Design Award ('Red Dot Award' - assigned by Chicago Athenaeum, Museum of Architecture and Design, the European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies German 'Red Dot' Award) for the Diavel 1260 S. "A true style icon, the Diavel 1260 continues its winning streak in international design competitions," says Ducati. "Powerful and beefy, this motorcycle combines maxi-naked performance with muscle cruiser ergonomics." Powered by the internationally respected 59 hp Testastretta DVT 1262 engine, this is the kind of air that Harley will hope its 975 cc 60-degree V-twin 'Bronx' streetfighter will breathe.
Polaris has issued a recall of certain 2019 Slingshot motorcycles. Some 1,903 units are affected - a 10A circuit breaker may be defective, tripping unexpectedly and causing a sudden loss of power and an engine stall.