2011 Dealernews - Indianapolis Dealer Expo:

The KK Motorcycle booth was a busy spot this past weekend. The 44^th edition of the Dealernews International Powersports Dealer Expo was not such a surprise for the KK staff. We knew we were bringing our “A” game as they say. With new marketing plan for products and the company itself. Along with the dealer portal and with web access at the show we were able to set dealers up on the spot, take orders and help dealers learn this new system offering from KK Motorcycle Supply.

Friday was the first day of the show for this year. Where the show used to start on Saturday and run into Monday this year it was shifted to start a day earlier and end on Sunday. Bryan Kelley (VP), Jim Good (Marketing), Dave Webb (Portal Developer) and Norm our great road sales guy from the great north east was on hand to help the dealers learn about new products and more from KK Motorcycle Supply.

Day two turned out really quick to be the hottest day for the show. With what had to be a record number of people in attendance for the show in its new location, and new dates walking the floor. KK’s full road and house sales staff was on hand to meet with vendors and dealers alike. We not only had back to back vendor meetings in the morning but we were able to sign up just around 20 new dealers that all came looking for what so many dealers know KK already offers and that is top notch customer service and quick order turn shipping. 

Our Celebrity guest was champion racer Bryan Smith – Kawasaki racer and Flat track star stopped by KK booth midafternoon and hung out with Pat Kelley (President of KK Motorcycle Supply) and Dave Bowman (KK Race Sponsor Supervisor). Bryan was nice enough to sign a few posters, and take a few pictures with fans. The day came to an end late into the evening with dealer dinners, vendor parties and just some time to reflect on the day with the staff of KK.

Sunday! SUNDAY! Sunday, parking might not have been free but still large groups of dealers walking the floor, well over what we have seen in the past. KK was still sitting down with Dealers like Midwest Custom Cycle Works, Countryside ATV & Cycle Redline Fabrication and more, all the way past the end of the show. While other people were packing up there booths, KK was still talking with Dealers from as far away as Puerto Rico and Vancouver Canada.

All in all it was a great show for KK Motorcycle Supply and the Powersports industry. From new products, to old dealers, everyone got to take in the great parts of the show and the city of Indianapolis. KK Motorcycle Supply has already confirmed their booth location for the 2012 show which will once again be held at the Indianapolis Lucas Oil Expo Center downtown Indianapolis. So thanks to the people from Dealernews for putting together the show.

Press release from Belray

FARMINGDALE, NJ  February 22, 2011 – Bel-Ray Company, Inc.- Bel-Ray Congratulates Chad Reed on His Record-Setting Victory!

On behalf of the entire staff at Bel-Ray, our domestic and international distributors, and dealers, we would like to congratulate Chad Reed and Two Two Motorsports on their record-setting victory Saturday night in San Diego, California.

The poor weather conditions were no match for Reed, as he grabbed the holeshot and early lead ahead of the field. He was passed briefly by Trey Canard, only to get back by Canard when he made a mistake. Reed went on to ride a mistake-free main event, leading the remaining 14 laps to the checkered flag and the win.

This was the first win for Reed in the 2011 Supercross season and the first win for the Two Two Motorsports Bel-Ray team. The victory is also Reed’s 6th at the San Diego round, pushing him past Supercross icon, Jeremy McGrath for the most wins in San Diego Supercross history.

Congratulations to Chad and the team, we are thrilled to be part of it!
 

Bel-Ray Company Inc was founded in 1946 and is a privately held, woman owned business serving the lubrication needs of powersports, industrial and mining customers worldwide. Bel-Ray is recognized as the leader in the specialty lubricants industry for setting high standards of quality and performance with products formulated for the motorcycle, automotive, aviation, energy, food, marine, military, mining, OEM, Industrial steel, and textile industries.

“Flex Your Engine” with Bel-Ray’s superior Powersports line that delivers top quality Made-in-the-USA products to motorcycle and recreational vehicle enthusiasts around the world. Bel-Ray products are available at powersports dealers worldwide. Visit Bel-Ray.com for a complete dealer listing. Like us on Facebook.com/BelRay or follow us on Twitter/Bel_Ray

 

KK Motorcycle Supply - Dealer Portal & 2011 Dealer Expo

KK Motorcycle Supply is packing up and preparing for the Dealer Expo in Indianapolis this weekend. The 2011 Dealer expo is going to be a huge opportunities for dealers, and KK alike. This year NPA is offering a live auction right at the Dealer show, with 100’s of bikes up for auction. The Expo is featuring 19 fashion shows for the latest in rider gear, 35 Free education seminars for sales, service, management, and marketing. These are all great opportunities for dealers, and KK wants to be part of that and help you the dealer grow your business. Stop by the KK booth to learn about our show specials, brand NEW dealer portal and more.

Bryan Kelley, Vice President of KK Motorcycle Supply with be on hand giving guided tours of our new dealer portal, showing you what makes our portal new and easy to use over other options in the market. Why waste your counters valuable time digging through a book, when with a few simple clicks you can have pricing, inventory levels, past order invoices and more, at your fingertips.

Still like having those pages to flip through, check out KK Motorcycles all new Volume 51 – 1700 page catalog. From head to tire KK Motorcycle Supply has what you are looking for. Need to replenish your consumables, oil, chain lube, filters – in one quick flip through the book you can find KK part numbers, and give us a call to place the order or jump back on the new dealer portal and place your order there.

Call us today if you have any questions at all – KK Motorcycle Supply – The distributor that works for you!

Employee of the month for February

For his hard work in the first month of the year KK Motorcycle
Supply, we would like to recognize Michael Lockley. Michael
has been with KK for 7 years and has been a valued
warehouse employee. Congratulation to Michael and thank for
setting an excellent example for all his peers.

KK Motorcycle @ 2011 V-Twin Expo (Show summary)

KK Motorcycle Supply has had some time to take in the V-Twin show over this past weekend. Bryan, Pat Kelley and Jim Good walked the floor at the show stopping in to talk to possible new product vendors like Freedom Exhaust Company out of California. With their chrome and black line of full exhaust and slip on’s KK feels this could be a great addition to the catalog and growing it footprint in the V-twin market.

One unsuspecting site was the booth sponsored by the Motorcycle Museum with images from one of the first races in Daytona and many other tracks. Some of these images thou not confirmed could possibly have images of KK’s Founder racing around in the dirt and sand.

After taking in the old images from the museums booth we moved on down to talk to a Vendor that was just recently added to our online catalog and will make a full line showing in our next printed version. Vee Rubber tire is a new and upcoming Tire company in the V-Twin market but has been in the industry for many years. They had their “Monster” series tire on show for the custom bike builders but also they had in the booth the brand new Sport Touring tire that will be out in time for spring so contact your KK Dealer closest to you get find out more about this tire.

Another item dealers can take advantage of is the “Original Bike Spirits” Spray on cleaner and polish. There will be a promotion running for KK dealers on this time and all OBS products. Check out the Hot Products section starting next week to learn more.

The highlight of the show was the new products, and seeing old friends. But an unexpected delight for everyone coming into the show was the Easyrider booth out front with the “Topless Tech” model signing current issues of Easyrider. Do you know her name? Be the first to e-mail us her name and we will send you out a free KK t-shirt in the size of your choice.

 (info@kkcycle.com Subject – Easyrider V-twin Expo Prize)

Avon Tyres & KK Motorcycle team up!

Avon has been making high quality tyres since 1904, tyres that fit all sorts of cars and motorbikes. And over the years Avon has not only proved itself on the road but also on the racetracks of the world. Here at KK Motorcycle Supply we have done the same, providing great customer service and in turn great products to our customers for over 50 years. KK would like to announce special dealer pricing on select Avon Tyres.

Not a KK Motorcycle Dealer, check out online dealer application and get signed up today. KK Dealers get to take advantage of special pricing weekly on an assortment of products. From basics your shop consumes to the high end exhaust systems your customers want for that first spring bike night.

So check us out and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and here on our blog. Learn more of what KK is up to and specials that you the dealer can pass on to the public. Not a dealer? Use our dealer locator or call today to find your local KK dealer to get your set of Avon's before the riding season is already here!

2011 V-Twin Expo

Bryan and Pat Kelley along with Jim Good from KK Motorcycle Supply walked the floor this year at the Cincinnati Expo Center down town Cincinnati on Saturday Febuary 5th 2011. Check out our facebook page for images and more info.

Motion Pro Cables & KK Motorcycle Supply

Motion Pro® is dedicated to producing the best cables in the powersports industry. With over 20 years of race proven experience, Motion Pro products deliver performance, quality and value. We work directly with top riders and mechanics in the AMA Dirt Track series to develop and test our products.

(Above: Nichole Cheza - Motion Pro/KK Motorcycle Supply Sponsored Rider)
Race proven is not just our slogan; it's our guarantee that Motion Pro products deliver the performance and quality champions demand. Our new lineup of V-Twin cables offers a product for every need. From standard OE replacement to show bike custom, Motion Pro has you covered.

Motion Pro offers a full line of black vinyl OEM replacement cables, braided stainless steel Armor Coat cables, the new bright silver finish Argent cables, and the new Blackout cables that feature black fittings on black vinyl housing for the complete "blacked out" look. All Motion Pro clutch cables are available with our longitudinally wound (LW) housing that provides a smooth, easy to pull, compression free clutch cable.

Check our dealer locator for a KK Motorcycle Supply & Motion Pro Dealer near you today!



KK Motorcycle Supply is starting out the 2011 year with a Bang! We now have in place a terrific e-mail program for our dealers. We are also working hard in finding new ways to get the end customer up to date on new parts they can now get from their local KK dealer. Check out KK Motorcycle Supply on Facebook.

Not a member of Facebook, just keep an eye on the "Hot Products" section here at our website or follow the blog for updates. Are you a dealer and not getting your weekly e-mail blast sales? Call your sales rep and updated your e-mail address.

The new KK Catalog's are now being shipped out to dealers with orders.  Let us know what you think. 
We have worked hard to improve our catalog this year as you will see.  We are also very interested
in your opinion so we can improve our next catalog.  Use this blog to offer up ideas that you think
would make the catalog even better or just let us know how great you think this one is.  We will try
to implement as many of the suggestions as we can on the next catalog. 

It seems like when the topic of oil and lubricants comes up in a conversation most people have pretty strong feelings on what they think is the best.  They always have that "story" of how they were using this product and then changed to that product and there bike runs soooo much better now.  What do you think?  Is there that much difference?  What is your favorite?  Here is you chance to let the world know!!