Stop in to one of our locations for a test ride to see why motorcyclists, who really ride, ride Victory. From the award-winning Vegas, Kingpin, Hammer and Vegas Jackpot cruisers to long distance touring bikes like the Victory Vision, and the new for 2010, Cross Country and Cross Roads, the harder you ride, the more you’ll love a Victory. The Fuel It Victory Demo Tour will be at Ankeny Iowa location October 22-23 for your chance to ride the new 2011 models with industry-leading V-twin power.
While you are there, meet Victory owners and find out why they have 95% ownership satisfaction. Take your riding to a whole new level with the entire line of Victory Motorcycles for 2011. If you have a passion to ride, now’s your chance to Fuel It.
Join us for a track day event at Mid America Motorplex featuring Nate Kern. Come spend time with us at Mid American Motor Plex and explore what you and your machine can do within the safety of a closed course with a safety minded group. We will be joining the Kansas City BMW motorcycle club for a one day event. This is an unbelievable opportunity to enjoy some economical track time and maybe even get a few pointers from Nate himself. Nate really knows how to make a BMW or any bike go around at speed.
• Everybody goes the same way.
• No trees, signs, poles, or dogs.
• Control riders and instructors insure safe practices.
• Strict rules tailored to your group level for your safety.
• Same rules and approach that was used at last years KCBMW
sport touring day and HPT
• Instruction from the man. Nobody knows how to put it together
on a BMW like Nate – nobody.
Cost for the one day event is only $175. The information and signup sheet is attached.
We would like to welcome the Goldwing Road Riders Association to Wing Ding 32. We’d like to invite all Wing fans to our Indianola shop for some tasty treats and camaraderie.
They are in town for there national convention Wed June 30th thru Saturday July 3rd. We will be having soft-serve ice cream all day Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. We will also be serving hot dogs and lemonade on Friday and Saturday from 11:30 to 1pm.
Here is the web site for the event. http://www.wing-ding.org/
Our Indianola location is due for a big change this fall as a new facility is currently under construction. This new location is located at the intersection of highway 65/69 and highway 92. We’ve been challenged to make progress during the abnormally cold and wet winter and spring, but now that the sun is shining and things are drying out, we’re making some real headway. Stay tuned for more updates and an opening date as we get closer to completion. Below are some photos of the progress so far:
The GS is 30 years old! In celebration of this milestone, BMW is offering three Special Edition GS models: the BMW F 800 GS, the BMW R 1200 GS and the R 1200 GS Adventure. These will be limited production units and feature a stunning alpine white with tri-color livery. We are getting one of each of these models. If you are interested in reserving one, please let us know. With only one of each coming our way, this will be a very special BMW to ride or collect.
Special Edition models launch worldwide in June 2010 and have the following features and pricing:
BMW F 800 GS
Special Edition Features:
- Alpine white with tri-color Special Edition decals
- Special Edition red seat with embroidered GS logo
- White turn signals
- Hand protection bars with large deflector
- Aluminum engine guard
Standard Features:
- Heated grips
- ABS brakes
- On-board computer
MSRP: $13,635 (plus $495 shipping and handling)
BMW R 1200 GS
Special Edition Features:
- Alpine white with tri-color Special Edition decals
- Special Edition red seat with embroidered GS logo
- Hand guards
- Cross spoke wheels in black
Standard Features:
- Enduro ESA
- Heated grips
- On-board computer
- Integral ABS brakes
- Saddle bag mounts
MSRP: $18, 390 (plus $495 shipping and handling)
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure
Special Edition Features:
- Alpine white with tri-color Special Edition decals
- Special Edition red/black seat with embroidered GS logo
- Large deflector for hand protection bars
- Aluminum engine guard
Standard Features:
- Enduro ESA
- Heated grips
- On-board computer
- Fog light
- Integral ABS brakes
- Saddle bag mounts
MSRP: $21,040 (plus $495 shipping and handling)
Live from the Polaris dealer meeting in Las Vegas, we have the latest from Polaris and their plans for the 2011 snowmobile lineup.
We just sat through the meeting kickoff and the announcement of the 2011 lineup. But before we get to the lineup, let’s pause to talk about something that is on the mind of many Polaris enthusiasts; reliability. No doubt Polaris has innovated even in the face of a powersports industry that got hammered by a 25% reduction in volume in 2009. The 2010 Rush is a great example of Polaris being on the gas when others are struggling and coming out with “bold new graphics”. But the 800 engine has been a concern. Reliability is not where they want it to be and they are working like crazed dogs to correct it. Bennet Morgan, COO even spewed some profanity to get the point across. They aren’t satisfied and the 2010 issue will be corrected and the 2011 product will be ready with over 110,000 miles of testing.
The other really big news is the new 800 RMK. Billed as the “lightest, strongest, most durable RMK” ever, the new RMK appears to be one sweet machine on paper. 41 lbs (431 lbs total) lighter than last year, it’s “flickability” makes it the go to mountain sled for 2010/2011. According to Chris Burandt of Burandt Backcountry Adventrures who has been riding the sled since November, “the RMK Team took every single aspect of what a mountain sled should be and they made this – 40lbs lighter, 300% stiffer. It’s a suspension guys dream. It’s like one of the baddest mod sleds I’ve ever ridden and it’s stock. It’s so cool. It’s the lightest, fastest, most flickable sleds out there.”
Personally, I think the new Polaris lineup is sick. While a lot of the snowmobile industry is trying to weather the recession storm, Polaris continues to be on the gas.
Below are some photos of the new sleds and some promo videos from the marketing department at Polaris. Check them out and let us know what you think of the 2011 lineup in the comments section.
Photo Gallery:
Video: Introducing the 800 Rush
Video: Battle of the Bumps – Rush vs Rev XP
Video: Rush Virtual Test Ride
Video: Rush Documentary
Video: SnowGoer Sled of the Year
Yamaha’s new model for it’s Star line of motorycles is the 2010 Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe. Take the Stratoliner we’ve all come to recognize by it’s art-deco design scheme and add a fiberglass front fairing and bags, dress it up with some extra chrome, and the Stratoliner Deluxe is born. By the pictures, we’d venture to say this is one of the best looking metric cruisers on the market. Yamaha’s press release below:
Think all baggers are created equal? Think again…..Star is pleased to introduce the 2010 Stratoliner Deluxe. Whether you’re traveling cross-country or crosstown, this new bagger is one of the most powerful and stylish ways to go.
The Stratoliner Deluxe features a distinctive, wind shearing fairing that includes a handlebar-mounted audio control system with integrated high fidelity speakers, connectors for an iPod® jack and ultra cool shorty windscreen. To compliment the fairing a pair of large, color-matched, locking hard sidebags with handy one touch openers provide spacious storage for long hauls and short trips.
The powerful and beautiful 113 cubic-inch (1854cc) air-cooled, pushrod V-twin has massive looks and performance. The computer controlled twin-bore downdraft electronic fuel injection with 12 hole injectors ensures optimum engine efficiency and throttle response in the widest possible range of conditions. Combined with the four valve cylinder heads with dual spark plugs, ceramic-composite-lined cylinders and 2 –into-1 exhaust with O2 sensor and three way catalyst to reduce emissions, maximum torque is reached at just 2500 rpm for performance second to none.
No matter what the angle. the Stratoliner Deluxe just plain looks good!
The long and low aluminum frame provides great looks and light handling unlike any other full-size cruiser with very few welds for a smooth, clean look and a near 50/50 weight distribution between both wheels. The light, Controlled-fill swingarm casting compliments the streamline style and reduces unsprung weight to assist in the great handling. Additional features such as 46 mm fork tubes with slant cut chrome covers, a tucked out-of-sight single shock with adjustable spring preload, a richly chromed 1.25 inch oversize handlebar and large front discs with monolock brake calipers add to the unmatched functionality of the chassis. A strong and light belt final drive routes power smoothly and efficiently to the rear wheel while the floating floorboards and adjustable heel/toe shifter provide a comfortable, low effort ride.
The Neo-streamline design gives the Stratoliner Deluxe a completely distinctive look which is accented by a level of fit and finish that is second to none. Details such as the switchgear wiring being routed internal to the handlebar, a flangeless, teardrop fuel tank, 12-spoke wheels, chrome front brake master cylinder with integrated lever, a sculpted seat and special custom machining of the cooling fin edges give a jewel like appearance to the engine as light hits it from different angles. Additional details like Star quality paint and chrome, bright multireflector headlight, LED taillight and amber turn signals behind clear lenses complete the custom look.
The 2010 Stratoliner Deluxe will be available in Star motorcycle dealerships nationwide beginning in January in a Raven finish with a starting MSRP of $17,490.
The Star® Accessories Catalog is packed full of high-quality parts that invite Star owners to fully express their individuality.
Full information on all Star models can be found at www.starmotorcycles.com.
A tough economy hasn’t kept Yamaha from some serious engineering innovation. The 2010 Yamaha YZ450F is a case in point. For 2010 the 450 motocrosser shows up to the game with a backward slanted engine, battery-less fuel injection, a new chassis, “tornado” exhaust and more. The reversed engine also means the location of the airbox and fuel tank have swapped meaning the fuel weight is more centralized in the bike and the intake path is more direct. By centralizing the mass within the bike, Yamaha claims that the bike feels far more agile and tossable than any other 450 that has come before it. Check out the official pictures and videos from Yamaha below. Seen enough and want one? Let us know.
2010 Yamaha YZ450F Intro Video:
2010 Yamaha YZ450F Official Movie:
2010 Yamaha YZ450F Technical Movie:
Polaris Industries today announced the RANGER HD has been awarded “Best of the Best” by “Field & Stream” Magazine. “Field & Stream” also named the vehicle one of the “Best Off-Road Rides for 2009” in a previous issue.
“Polaris would like to thank ‘Field & Stream’ for naming the RANGER HD as the ‘Best of the Best,’” said Jan Rintamaki, marketing director of the Off-Road Division for Polaris. “It’s an honor to have the world’s leading outdoor magazine recognize the RANGER HD as a premier product for its readership.”
Built for ultra heavy-duty work applications, Polaris introduced the RANGER HD as part of its 2009 model year line-up. The vehicle has all the new RANGER features plus an exclusive Self-Leveling Suspension and Variable Assist Power Steering. The RANGER HD was introduced with Nivomat shocks making it the first-ever Self-Leveling Suspension on a utility vehicle. When carrying heavy loads, the shocks automatically adjust the suspension resulting in the highest loaded ground clearance of any utility vehicle. Due to a lower spring rate, the Nivomats provide a smoother ride and the ability to go long distances at 50 MPH fully-loaded, making hauling loads quicker and easier.
For easier steering during heavy-duty work applications, RANGER HD also features power steering with exclusive Variable Assist. RANGER HD’s power steering allows for one-finger steering at low speeds and eliminates feedback at high speeds so the operator can work longer and enjoy the ride. The system is perfect for plowing as well as the new BOSS Lift & Carry System that attaches to the front of the RANGER HD and can lift and carry up to 500 lbs.
Outdoor enthusiasts can see the RANGER HD in “Field & Stream’s” Gear of the Year, September, 2009 issue which is available on stands now.
Want a reminder of what the 2009 Ranger lineup was/is all about? Check out the video overview below.
Victory just released some great videos showcasing their touring bike lineup including the new Cross Country and Cross Roads bikes. From engine, frame, and suspension, to electronics, comfort, storage and more. You can see from the footage that Victory is quite proud of their touring bikes, as well they should be. Since you can’t yet take on for a test drive, we figure this is the next best thing. Watch the series and let us know what you think in the comments section.
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