Spanish manufacturer Rieju is to launch its 'revolutionary' new fuel-injected engine for Enduro bikes at EICMA. Promising "unprecedented power and efficiency, this innovative engine promises to take performance and efficiency to levels never seen before, offering off-road enthusiasts an unrivalled riding experience. Jordi Riera, CEO of Rieju: 'We believe this development will transform the future of our MR range."
Since being appointed as aftermarket product European master distributor by Magneti Marelli, it has been a good year for Milan based Bergamaschi - the oldest established motorcycle parts and accessory importer and distributor in the world (founded 1919 by Enrico Bergamaschi). Two years ago, Magneti Marelli added availability of motorcycle parts to its 'Parts and Services' aftermarket division to give Europe's huge network of 'smaller' and independent motorcycle dealers and workshops access to the huge range of service and replacement parts and components offered under the Magneti Marelli brand. Bergamaschi has acted quickly and successfully to build a sub-distribution network for them and the latest to join the team is noted Hoya, Germany based Hermann Hartje KG. "It is a huge vote of confidence for Hartje that we have been chosen as the exclusive distribution partner for Magneti Marelli's motorcycle parts in Germany," said Jens Engelking, Head of AutoMoto at Hartje.
Indian Motorcycle manufacturer Polaris reports Q3 2024 sales of -23% at $1,722m compared to the year-ago. Powersports retail sales for the quarter were down -7%, driven by ORV, Motorcycles and Marine sector declines. Q3 ORV retail was down -3%. North America Indian Motorcycle unit retail sales were down low-double digits percent. Estimated NA unit retail sales for the comparable motorcycle industry were down high-single digits percent. Polaris has lowered its 2024 Full Year guidance, expecting sales to be down by -20% by the end of this year.
Ducati's biennial World Ducati Week (WDW) in July (Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, Italy) achieved certification as a "sustainable event" (UNI ISO 20121) for the fourth consecutive edition. "The certification is the final piece in an event that proved to be the most successful ever with more than 94,000 attendees registered over the three days of fun and enthusiasm. The achievement was made possible by an organizational model that ensured economically, environmentally and socially balanced management of each phase of the event."
