So I spent 40 mins on the phone since I was on the road with the local news talking about the roller-coaster of the Powersports Industry the last two years. Gave them figures, talked about the MIC, explained the difference between a scooter and a moped. I even gave her Guido Eberts phone number a link to his chart on the MIC figures ( see below ) it's like all she wanted was her big story and I got...
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Going into 2011 The US Scooter Market is about USED BIKES
Going into 2011 The US Scooter Market is about USED BIKESAs we go into 2011 I feel its my duty to point out that dealers keep neglecting the Used chart that is up 38% this year. Overall the industry is down, but used continues to go up. The used market for scooters is also about to blow up as gas continues to rise.So the main question dealers sitting on a junkeyard need to ask themselves is not what...
The Focus on Used Scooters for 2011
As we go into 2011 I feel its my duty to point out that dealers keep neglecting the Used chart that is up 38% this year. Overall the industry is down, but used continues to go up. The used market for scooters is also about to blow up as gas continues to rise.So the main question dealers sitting on a junkeyard need to ask themselves is not what they paid for the bikes, but how much they can get for them. What are you going to retail...
13 Signs Oil will rise above $100 a barrel - Scooter Sales to Soar!
Much of what is going on was bound to happen, or already happened and is now happening again. I was talking to my friends in Italy and they are paying three times as much as we pay in Miami for gasoline. I woke up this morning and it was at 3.27 at my local station. America has always kept gasoline artificially low, but despite the run we had in 2008 this is a realistic ride since its about time gasoline...
Trademarks in Asia for Scooters and Motorcycles
It can be a scooter, medicine, or a toy - Asian companies have a long way to go when it comes to copyrights and trademarks. Remember ZYMCO Scooters? Not too far from Kymco on the alphabet and styling of the logo, it sucks to see poor Optimus Prime selling helicopters and tricycles. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZYuwVTKjn0Trademarks in Asia for Scooters and MotorcyclesBefore we sell something we...
Massimo from Italjet stops by to help us move some parts
We had a special guest who stopped by all the way from Italy this week Mr. Massimo Tartarini of Italjet fame. Stay tuned for ne...
Stores need to be connected to make money in the Winter!
Stores need to be connected to make money in the Winter!I heard from one of my clients today who was selling parts on facebook while trapped under 4 feet of snow. I could imagine what life was like before the internet much less facebook where a client could actually be productive in his shop, out in a small town, where he could drop ship parts from our warehouse thanks to this incredible technology...
December 2010 issue of Scoot Magazine featuring the Maven
Great issue of Scoot Magazine just came out, make sure to check out the Armadillo Parka review as well as the Scooter Maven article http://scootmagazine.zt02.net/zetanextpages/ScootMagazine_Dec_2010.html?currentState=32_S#It’s been a pretty crazy year in the scooter industry. Most readers of Scoot will know this simply from all the missing brands that were advertising two to three years ago. It’s...
New Armadillo Gloves for Motorcycle Stores
New Gloves from Armadillo offer the best in water resistant, warm, comfy gloves for the Scooter Rider in America.Also if you're in a really cold part of the country check out the VULCAN gloves. It has reflective 3M material, D30, water resistance, and its extremely comfy. So don't be cold, protect yourself from the elements with ARMADILLO SCOOTER WEAR.In order to get more sales you have to display...
United Motors Manuals and OEM parts for Private Label Hyosung Motorcycles available from MRP
United Motors Manuals and OEM parts for Private Label Hyosung Motorcycles available from MRPConsumer and Dealers can now use the MRP repair manual section to look up parts for all 40 models formerly imported by United Motors of America from the Moontrax 50cc kids Quad all the way to the Hyosung 250i Ms3 called the Xpeed 250i by UM. Included are the private label unit motorcycles including the 650cc...
United Motors UMGlobal Vento Diamo TNG how parts match?
How OEM parts and suppliers work, a good example is checking out how United Motors works in their sourcing from Asia.These parts are available from http://www.mrp-speed.com If looking for parts please use these links;Manualshttp://www.martinracingdealer.com/WSWrapper.jsp?mypage=Manuals.htmStocking Dealer locatorhttp://www.martinracingdealer.com/locator/index.phpSince January 2009 MRP has expanded...
Scooter ATV Dirtbike end of year ENGINE SALE!
MASSIVE ENGINE SALE THIS WEEK FROM MRP CHRISTMAS WEEK ONLY THESE ARE ALL THE ENGINES FROM THE UNITED MOTORS WAREHOUSEENGINES ON SALE $250 ON SALEMINARELLI JOG DIRT 125DIRTBIKE 150ccDIRTBIKE 250ccATV 110ccATV 90cc MoontraxGY6 Short Scooter $250GY6 ATV 150cc Short $250ALL ON SA...
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Free-Vespa-Sunglasses-Today-.html?soid=1101623327333&aid=Nh8yh-uGRgk
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Free-Vespa-Sunglasses-Today-.html?soid=1101623327333&aid=Nh8yh-uGRgkFREE SUNGLASSES TODAY FOR DEALE...
Neck Warmers and displaying Armadillo Clothing
In addition to the gloves and new jackets Armadillo Scooter Wear now has the Comfy Neck wear. Make sure to check them out at your local scooter dealership or visit http://www.mrp-speed.com to find out more. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNnOMjGM...
Español Piezas de UM Global iguales que QJ
Aqui tenemos piezas originales de United Motors de America que son iguales que UM GLOBAL basicamente hay que buscar la medida o con una foto de la pieza la podemos machar a su fabricante original en la China si la tienda nos envia el numero de pieza foto o informacion se lo encontramos. En este caso esta pieza esta hecha por QJ. Asi que cualquier tienda o distribuidor en Centro o Sur America puede...
New Armadillo Gloves 2011 in stock now
NEW VULCAN AND MOCKER SCOOTER GLOVES FROM ARMADILLO IN STOCK! New Armadillo Gloves 2011 in stock now - check out some of the new pieces that have arrived in the collection available from MRPhttp://www.mrp-speed....
Gas Prices are going to lead to another Scooter Boom
The Scooter Scoop just called this one. http://networkedblogs.com/c9900Seriously, the US Scooter Industry is going to have another roller coaster ride. So any dealer that survived 2009/2010 will hopefully be swimming in cash in the Spring. Gas is already $3.25 by my house and I'm in Miami where we can ride scooters all year long.This country needs to wake up. We need alternative sources of energy...
Dealer News and the rise of Armadillo
Armadillo Scooter Wear made the top Dealer News today pretty awesome, we are enjoying record sales this season.http://www.dealernews.com/dealernews/New+Product+of+the+Day/Armadillo-releases-chic-scooter-apparel/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/700698?contextCategoryId=48473New items have arrived from Armadillo and are in stock in the USA. Attached is our current stock as of today, many dealers are placing their winter orders. Again,...
Preview of the Next Scooter Adventure Flamingo Beach
Preview of the Next Scooter Adventure as the Scooter Maven rides scooters in the Caribbean!http://www.mrp-speed....
HOT items for Christmas from MRP
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Get-those-Xmas-Sales-with-Cool-Items-.html?soid=1101623327333&aid=ykfVG1zksroNEED HOT ITEMS FOR CHRISTMAS SALES? How about the fact that MRP has VESPA SUNGLASSES - VESPA SUNGLASSES ARE A HOT GIFT ITEM This is a must have for anyone looking to have some cool themed scooter sunglasses on the shelf ARMADILLO SCOOTER WEARIt's cold outside, but keep your clients warm. A must have item during...
New Armadillo Dealer in Moxie Texas!
So just wanted to welcome Texas only stocking Armadillo Dealership, if you need high tech clothing then this the place to go.Moxiescooters4117 Colleyville Blvd.Colleyville, TX 76034817-788-5333info@moxiescooters.comMoxie is a Kymco, Genuine, SYM stocking dealership and knows scooters better than anyone, for clothing make sure to give them a buzz if you need Armadillo Scooter We...
Exhausts for Kymco 250cc by TK
Racing Exhaust by Turbo Kit for the Kymco 250cc series. If you want the best available exhaust for your Kymco Maxi Scooter go with TK available at mrp http://www.mrp-speed.com TKC- M4T02-N: MOFLE RACING KYMCO Kymco 250cc/300ccHecho por Turbo Kit de España, el principal fabricante español de tubos de escape de carreras y algunas de las mejores piezas de carreras disponibles.Dyno Probado en curva del...
Manuals for all United Motors of America models
Miami, FL - December 3, 2010MRP has completed adding all the United Motors of America repair and part manuals to its dealer support section of the MRP website. Dealers can now use the MRP repair manual section to look up parts for all 40 models formerly imported by United Motors of America from the Moontrax 50cc kids Quad all the way to the Hyosung 250i Ms3 called the Xpeed 250i by UM. Included are...
Miami Gas Prices around $3 a gallon why you should stock for holidays!
Driving this morning to work I couldn't help but notice gas was at exactly $2.99. Everyone else is probably upset about that, but I'm of the opinion that's a good thing for many stores that are feeling a little more optimistic about the scooter market.On top of that this holiday season we should see more shoppers since overall the economy is doing better. So those two factors should help scooter shops everywhere. My biggest concern...
too many suppliers and too many factories. Despite a slowdown new importers with new models Chinese factories continue!
So another Holiday Season is upon us and small dealers are asking themselves what should I stock?We'll be careful and let me tell you a few stories from the Scooter Maven's point of view.I title this Holiday story "Too many suppliers and too many factories." We made some head turns last month with our last acquisition of United Motors, the company was a staple of ATVs, Scooters, and bikes at the Dealer...
Thanksgiving Weekend Free LED Watch with your order
From Thursday until Cyber Monday! Any MRP dealer can qualify buy now any order over $400 of in stock items and get a free LED watch. Plenty of free stuff for the holiday season for the stores we have ALARMS FREE LUGGAGE BOXES FREE MESSENGER BAGS FREE STICKERS FREE SHIPPING FREE LED WATCHES OVER $100 VA...
SEMA 2010 7 DAYS in 4 MINUTES
SEMA 2010 Wrap Up VideoA quick glance at 7 days of adventures in 4 minutes, all the highlights from the floor, the booth, the drive on scooters along the strip, meeting the world's youngest Monster Truck Driver and more. If you didn't make it this year make sure to look for MRP in the Powersports Section for the Vegas 2011 Show. http://www.mrp-speed.comMake sure to look for Martin Racing Performance...
Pep Boys, Sears, and more thoughts on the Industry Toilet
A good friend of mine sent me an email talking about the death of the Garden Industry thanks to the Home Depots and all the OEMs selling direct online. You know what I'm talking about with those late night TV commercials on pro-tools and pro-lawnmowers. He wrote me the story on the high school coach speaking to the new player: "Are you ignorant or just totally apathetic?" screamed the perplexed coach."I...
Electric Vehicles we start checking out the new trend
Over the next few weeks we will be reporting and testing on electric scooters, is there demand? what are the benefits of carrying these? Is it a consumer driven industry or is the industry pushing this without sales? Lots of questions we need to ask....http://www.mrp-speed....
Focus on Used Scooters and reap the profits!
I just talked to one of my star dealers let's call him Smith, he's ok with me sharing his story, but he doesn't want the dealer across the street knowing how he's cashing in. Today he called me his first line was "Joey! You won't believe it I got me a 2007 ZUMA missing the tires and mirrors! for $100," I thought it was great. He's always happy, sold him two tires and he said he was going to paint...
