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BIG BEAR CHOPPERS INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION–In these times, companies are faced with big decisions with their business model, human and equipment resources, sales channel, and product development. Big Bear Choppers (BBC) is agile enough to successfully maneuver with the current environment, resulting in immediate growth and penetration in a global export sales channel, efficient lean manufacturing and fresh product design. Yet BBC?s brand equity is large enough to have an international brand recognition and presence, due to continued world wide media exposure, and growing positive viral customer word-of-mouth.
Big Bear Choppers has pursued aggressive expansion into foreign markets, and their 2009 business planning indicates close to 50% of planned turn-key motorcycle shipments will come from foreign markets, as the result of the slow domestic market and growing demand internationally. Single-line dealerships carrying the BBC brand of motorcycles are starting to sprout up more and more, with already established dealerships in countries like Australia, Canada and Switzerland -solely representing and selling Big Bear Choppers. Other existing international multi-line dealer body consists in countries like India, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Dubai, Taiwan, Japan, New Zealand, South Africa, England, Germany, and Sweden. Current negotiations are in process covering additional strategic countries -not ready for public knowledge.
BBC is currently analyzing countries? Gross Domestic Product and targeting metropolitan shopping/urban areas of developed, or developing, countries with affluence and moderate-to-strong demand for luxury goods. And culturally, people across the world desire to ride an American chopper, to own a piece of cool Americana; we produce a product that is highly appealing, in-style, and in-demand world wide. Think of super-cars from Italy or electronics from Japan. Our American culture of choppers is powerful across the planet.
So what does this mean for you as a person living in the US? Our production and revenue is, and will continue to be strong, making it financially possible to continue in providing industry leading motorcycle designs through proper engineering. With survival on everybody?s minds lately, our mind-set is to expand the BBC Empire to the ends of the earth.
www.bigbearchoppers.com
909.878.4340
David Hope and Vroom Racing Support Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks, Real men CAN wear pink–David Hope and John Hammock of Vroom Racing have joined forces with Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks, BCFO, Springfield, MO. Hope will wear the Pink Ribbon for BCFO while competing in the Pro Stock Motorcycle class of the NHRA (National Hot Rod Assoc.) Full Throttle Drag Racing Series.
Hope came up with the idea of sharing a marketing program with a non-profit for Vroom Racing. ?With the economy so unpredictable right now, we realized that a joint venture with such a great organization that serves our regional area would be a positive experience for both Vroom Racing and BCFO.?
Hope goes on to say, ?Our family business, Nevada Auto Mall is supportive and we will be having a fundraiser in August (when contributions are traditionally low) to kick off the Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. Nevada Auto Mall will be contributing a portion of the cost of every oil change during August. We?ll also be selling pink ribbon magnetic decals for BCFO.?
Stephanie Lutes, Director of Development for BCFO was thrilled with the idea. ?We were kind of taken by surprise. The phone call and information on David Hope came at a great time in our fund raising efforts. Hope and Hammock will be at our office in April 28th to show us the new bike graphics and their NHRA race rig, we?re excited.?
Vroom Racing is supported by Red Line Oil, Brown Machinery, Lozano Brothers Porting, Route 66 Harley Davidson, World Wide Bearings.
–John Hammock-918-633-1078
jhvroom@aol.com
www.bcfo.org
We’ve got big news! The USRiderNews Best of the Beach (official Thunder Beach bike show) in Panama City Beach May 2nd is now a $15,000 cash and prize show! Click the banner for more info! Be sure to visit www.usridernews.com and click the Thunder Beach banner ad if you’re not up to speed on this premier Gulf Coast event. Remember to pick up a copy of our printed magazine, USRiderNews at a dealership near you, or SUBSCRIBE ONLINE and we’ll mail you a copy every month. Also, feel free to comment on any story you read by clicking the comment link at the top of the story.
-Scott Cochran
BIKERNET PHOTO ART EXHIBIT OF THE WEEK–Another view from the Limp Nickie Bowl – Daytona Bikeweek ’09 – those guys threw one helluva party!
–Whiplash Biker Photog
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SUPPORT INJURED RIDERS– This young man was badly injured a few weeks ago and is now in the hospital with sever spinal injuries. Could you put this link and the flyer in the “News” section.
We are getting a lot of donations to help off set medical costs. The BBQ is this week end, Saturday at Barona MX Park which also has a casino so for those who wish to partake after the BBQ and auction…the casino is located on the way out.
— Don Redmon
RMI
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HOT ROD OF THE WEEK–121″ TPE motor, 5 speed Tranny, bdl 3″open primary, 2″ over Duece front end,60 spoke 21″ front wheel, 60 spoke 250 rear, engraved flames in chrome fenders, Cadillac white paint, Not just for show.
–Roy Gregory
Sweet Specs on Mr. Electric Chopper to Benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities– (WACO, TEXAS ? APRIL 1, 2009) The guys at Mr. Electric may know their volts and watts like nobody?s business, but a look at their custom chopper sweepstakes shows they?re no novices when it comes to motorcycles.
The custom Mr. Electric chopper features a 92-inch S&S polished motor, six-speed right side drive, 300 mm rear tire, BDL belt drive and Performance Machine brakes and rotors.
Mr. Electric is joining hands with Ronald McDonald House Charities?(RMHC) and Martin Brothers Bikes to raise funds and increase public awareness of the important work done by RMHC. A sweepstakes contest for a custom-built chopper from Martin Brothers Bikes tops the deal for fans of both a worthy cause and awesome rides.
Winners of numerous custom bike competitions, including Discovery Channel?s World Biker Build Off?, the Martin Brothers have led the way in the re-birth of the chopper.
Like the people who ride Martin Brothers Bikes, no two choppers are the same. Each custom-designed bike is handmade using only the finest components available. Each chopper is topped off with a signature Joe Martin paint job.
Whether it?s finding a way for families to stay together when a child is undergoing treatment in another city, or helping to provide access to basic medical and dental care in under-served communities, the programs provided by Ronald McDonald House Charities? help support more than 3.7 million children worldwide each year. RMHC provides a home away from home for children and their families while the child is treated for serious, often life-threatening illnesses.
Mr. Electric franchises across the country are pitching in to help sell tickets and support the work done by RMHC. Tickets are $25 each and may be purchased online at www.choppersweeps.com
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Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse helps kick off the inauguralNew Orleans Bike Week this May–NEW ORLEANS–April 1st, 2009–The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse announced it will be featured at the Easyriders V-Twin Bike Show to help kick off the first annual New Orleans Bike Week from May 6-10, 2009. In addition to showcasing some of the best bikes from the industry’s biggest names, the Roadhouse will feature some new additions, including a collection of customized Hard Rock Fender guitars that were debuted during Daytona Bike Week.
In honor of the long-standing relationship between motorcycles and rock-and-roll, the Hard Rock Fender guitars will be on display exclusively at the Hard Rock Roadhouse. Guitars were customized by some of the motorcycle industry’s most recognizable talent including.
Ami James of Love Hate Choppers
Athena “Chickie” Ransom of Vagabond Choppers
Bill Dodge of Bling’s Cycle
Christian Clayton of Sucker Punch Sally’s
Dave Perewitz of Perewitz Cycle Fabrication
Eddie Trotta of Thunder Cycle Design
Keino Sasaki of Keino Cycles
Pat Patterson of Led Sled Customs
Paul Cox of Paul Cox Industries
Paul Wideman of Bare Knuckle Choppers
Russell Mitchell of Exile Cycles
Steve Broyles of Stevenson’s Cycle
Taber Nash of Nash Motorcycles
Of course, the Roadhouse wouldn’t be complete without custom motorcycles. Attendees will have the opportunity to see the latest works from some of the world’s hottest custom bike builders . The photography exhibit will feature work from world-renowned motorcycle photographer Michael Lichter, Josh Kurpius and others. A traditional rock’n’ roll Hard Rock Guitar Smash will kick off the New Orleans Bike Week on Thursday at the Morial Convention Center.
“We’re excited to support and be part of New Orleans’ first annual Bike Week,” said Carrie Repp, producer of the Hard Rock Roadhouse and owner of R&R Promotions. “We’re working with some of the best in the industry including New Orleans Harley-Davidson, Broken Spoke, BikeWeek.com and Easyriders Bike Show Tour to put New Orleans back on the map of the country’s best motorcycle rallies.
The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse will be open daily during Bike Week. For more information on the Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse and New Orleans Bike Week please visit www.hrroadhouse.com, www.easyriderevents.com, www.bikeweekneworleans.com, www.neworleansh-d.com and www.hurricaneh-d.com
HOT LEATHERS BALL CAPS COLLECTION– You’ve seen Hot Leathers event ball caps around Daytona and Sturgis Bike Week. Now you can get all of Hot Leathers? great styles of ball caps online. 24/7!
At our everyday low price of $12.95, these hats are flying off the shelves. Adjustable backs make for a comfortable fit that works for pretty much everyone. Our durable construction and bright, vibrant colors will last for years.
Hot Leathers? does the coolest hat designs you can find anywhere. HANDS DOWN! With over 25 years experience in the motorcycle apparel industry, nobody makes hats with such original and innovative designs.
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Elisa Seeger, Partner in Indian Larry Motorcycles, Announces the Grand Opening of Genuine Motorworks in Brooklyn, N.Y.–BROOKLYN?March 30, 2009?Genuine Motorworks today announced its grand opening, to be held April 18th. Founded by Elisa Seeger, Genuine Motorworks is a unique motorcycle merchandise store with an artistic side, dedicated to made in the U.S.A. and Americana product and an artist’s gallery.
The new store will feature lifestyle apparel such as Levi’s, Dickies and Wrangler, vintage helmets, leather jackets by Schott and accessories geared to meet the needs of today’s male riders. In addition to its merchandise line, Genuine Motorworks will have custom bikes on display as well as an art gallery where there will be one featured artist monthly. The first exhibit will feature Bobby Seeger Jr?s photography that is dedicated to his friend, and business partner Indian Larry.
As partners in Indian Larry Motorcycles, the Seegers served as the driving force behind the creative and diverse line of Indian Larry merchandise ? experience they will carry with them as they open Genuine Motorworks. The new store will feature an extensive line of riding gear, accessories and motorcycle parts with a focus on brands that have a deep American heritage. In addition to its merchandise line, Genuine Motorworks will also house a few custom bikes, as well as an art gallery where artists will be invited to display their work.
?We?re excited about the launch of Genuine Motorworks, and we?ve designed the store to feature brands with Americana roots,? said founder Elisa Seeger. “To honor the true spirit of motorcycling, Genuine Motorworks will carry only top quality merchandise with a dedication to finding brands Made in the USA, honoring the craftsmen that built this country. We will feature brands such as Redwing, Frye and Filson along with numerous others.?
Genuine Motorworks grand opening is set for Saturday April 18th, noon- 4 p.m. To kick things off there will be an in store promotion where you buy $50 or more worth of merchandise and receive a limited edition Genuine Motorworks t-shirt, (while supplies last). The store is located at 195 North 14th St. in Brooklyn, N.Y., and is open 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. 7 days a week.
For more information about Genuine Motorworks, please visit www.genuinemotorworks.com or call (718) 486-6971.
STOP THE PRESSES–Always wanted to say that. Fortunately, we don’t need those tree eating bastards to bring you the news.
I’m about to launch another 5-Ball Factory Racer tech and another motorcycle adventure from Scotty. We’ll review another motorcycle DVD this weekend, while sipping whiskey. I’ll also see if I can grab a shot of this hot model for the Sunday Post.
As usual, never a dull moment at Bikernet. Have a helluva weekend. Do me a favor. Kick the sun in the ass. I need some warm rays.
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
