JOB: Area Sales Manager Wanted

Area sales MANAGER WANTED*
 

Area Sales Manager wanted

CONTACT DETAILS: Chris Dockerty, chris@lloydlifestyle.com , 07717 478 656
Scotland & Ireland, Highlands & Islands, Grampians, Tayside, Fife, Cental, Scotland, Strathclyde, Lothian & Borders, Dumfries and Galloway, Northern Ireland & Eire

Closing date for applications: 01/03/2014

Scotland & Ireland, Highlands & Islands, Grampians, Tayside, Fife, Cental, Scotland, Strathclyde, Lothian & Borders, Dumfries, and Galloway, Northern Ireland & Eire.
Due to retirement an opportunity has arisen to join, one of the country’s leading motorcycle helmet, clothing and accessories wholesalers. Package includes a generous basic uncapped commission and fully expensed, quality car.

*Agents applications will be considered

Please send your CV in fullest confidence to:

Chris Dockerty, UK Sales Manager
Pallet Hill, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0BY, UK
Tel: 07717 478 656 email: chris@lloydlifestyle.com
Group Lloyd

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NEWS: Chinese investors buy Hein Gericke Europe

The Paul Liao Group, distributors of LS2 helmets worldwide, has bought Hein Gericke Europe, it was announced at EXPO.

A new company, Hein Gericke Europe, will be formed on February 1 and the brand will eventually be reintroduced into the UK.

The Liao Group has pledged that the company, which has collapsed twice in recent years, will be properly financed and will retain the same variety of leading brands.

Hein Gericke Europe will comprise 66 shops, with eight in Austria, two in Belgium, one in each of Luxembourg and Holland and 54 in Germany, said Mart Schiks, senior consultant with the Liao Group. The Liao Group was investing “more than £10m” in the venture.

Schiks revealed the group had wanted to buy the UK operation as well but had been beaten to it by J&S, who itself had tried to buy the UK operation of the German company before it went bust (full story in the imminent February issue of BDN).

“The UK we missed because everything went so fast,” said Schiks. “By the time we spoke to the receiver, the deal was done. We would like to have continued the UK operation because it is a very important market and Hein Gericke had been there for a long time and was well known for quality.

“We are not like the investors who bought it a couple of times and sold it to make a profit to sell it again. We want to make HG Europe a strong number one like it once was. It has great potential. It only needs a boost and it must be funded to get successful again.”

Schiks explained that it would take time to sort out the European operation but pledged: “Hein Gericke will be back in the UK sometime in the future.”

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EVENTS: Pier stunts are highlight of Bournemouth Wheels Festival

Bournemouth is to host a new Wheels Festival, combining “motion, power and elegance in three days of high-energy action”.

The event, from 24-26 May, will feature historic classic cars and world-class BMX stunts to monster truck shows and crazy freestyle motocross FMX stunts and jumps. The historic pier will be used for Bournemouth’s first ever jump attempts.

The East Cliff, overlooking the beach, will host a live-action, closed-road demonstration course where visitors can get close to the sights and sounds of racing cars, sleek supercars and bikes in action. Plus, there will be two parades each day as well as sideshows, trade stalls and places to eat.

The town centre will be home to wheel-themed displays, the demonstration cars paddock area and a pre-war vintage car display in the Pavilion car park.

Saturday and Sunday evenings will also see parades of cars and bikes around the town centre, and a Classic Vehicle Pageant is planned for Meyrick Park, where hundreds of classic cars, bikes and other vehicles will gather each day as part of the Wheels Festival.

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See the MotoGP Brits compete at Silverstone

Five British riders are confirmed for the 2014 MotoGP World Championship and thoughts are quickly turning to the season ahead, which gets under way in Qatar in March. The deadline for securing the best priced tickets to this year’s Hertz British Grand Prix (MotoGP™), taking place on 29 – 31 August, is fast approaching and Silverstone is advising fans to make the most of its early-bird offer which ends on 10 February.

The tickets offer savings on three-day and race-day tickets. There are also offers on family tickets, where two adults and three children can save up to £157 on a family pass for the three days of the event.

Taking place over the final weekend in August, Silverstone is expecting another impressive crowd at the UK’s premier motorcycling event. Richard Phillips, Silverstone’s MD, said: “Last year’s British Grand Prix saw record crowds, with fantastic weather and three sensational races in MotoGP™, Moto2™ and Moto3™. The atmosphere at Silverstone is sure to be electric as the crowd gets behind this crop of extremely talented British riders.”

www.silverstone.co.uk

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Norton keeps its cool for the TT

Norton Racing has agreed a tie-up with award-winning heat-management company Zircotec in a bid to win the TT.

Norton- looking for TT glory

The British marque will use the Abingdon-based company’s ceramic coatings and ZircoFlex ceramic, aluminium-backed heatshield material to control heat on the exhaust, airbox, bodywork and rear shock absorber on its SG2 prototypes for the Isle of Man races.

“We are delighted to enter into a partnership with such an iconic British manufacturer,” comments Peter Whyman, Zircotec’s sales and marketing director. “The Norton name is synonymous with the TT and we are very excited to be working closely with the works team as it prepares for the 2014 event.”

After an initial shakedown at Bruntingthorpe, the Norton team will travel to Spain for an official test programme.   As part of the technical agreement, Norton engineers will record results during its test programme and make them available to Zircotec.  The recording of performance data in extreme thermal environments will aid the development of new products for the coatings specialist.

Norton plans to enter two machines in the Senior TT and Superbike TT, the blue riband races of the famous Isle of Man TT, held between 24 May and 6 June.

Zircotec offers a wide range of plasma-sprayed ceramic and metallic coatings that protect components against the effects of heat, wear, abrasion and corrosion.

www.zircotec.com

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HAYNES GIVES ROSSI THE HEAVE

Book publisher Haynes is dumping its race-star autobiographies to concentrate on the "core" workshop manual format.

The Somerset-based company has taken the decision following its recent business restructure.

This move will affect a swathe of well-known specialist bikesports authors such as Mat Oxley, Michael Scott, Julian Ryder and Mac McDiarmid, typically producing biographies and ghosted autobiographies showcasing motorcycle race stars. Just about every top name in British motorcycle sport, including Carl Fogarty, James Whitham, John Reynolds, Mick Grant and Joey Dunlop, as well as MotoGP stars like Valentini Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo, have appeared in the Haynes catalogue.

In the first instance, writers are being offered the chance to purchase residual stock of their books at enhanced discount prices. Presumably the rest will be remaindered for disposal through the book trade.

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TRADE EXPO BOUNCES BACK

MOTORCYCLE Trade EXPO bounced back after taking a weather-related hit in 2013, with this year’s visitor numbers up almost 30 per cent.

Motorcycle Trade EXPO

The leading trade show in Europe, held at the NEC in Birmingham, attracted 180 exhibitors over the three days – 19, 20 and 21 January.

There was an air of optimism on the stands, with some exhibitors claiming to do have done record business in the run up to this year’s season.

Apart from the chance for dealers and suppliers to meet and do business face to face, one of the main attractions was the guest appearance of MotoGP star Scott Redding and ex-racer and commentator Steve Parrish.

Redding mingled with the crowds, attended the stand of his main sponsor, Alpinestars, and gave a revealing interview to Parrish in which he showed he’s well prepared for the demands of competing in the world’s most challenging race series. Cal Crutchlow watch out.

As well as the trade stands, on which many exhibitors were offering special show-only deals, attractions included the Electric Zone alternative-powered bike test area, the Knowledge Shop, and a display of modern and classic motorcycles, from a Scott Squirrell and a 1939 Levis, lent by the nearby National Motorcycle Museum, to a modern Chinese scooter.

A muscular Krazy Horse custom v-twin, Buell-powered Spud by Mac Motorcycles, and a limited-edition Steve McQueen replica Triumph-powered Metisse off-roader attracted a lot of attention of the British Dealer News stand.

For a full report on EXPO 2014, including full attendance figures and dealer and distributor reaction, see the forthcoming issue of British Dealer News.

There will also be a detailed report on the British Dealer News Industry Awards night, hosted by Steve Parrish, with a full list of winners.

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JOB: AREA SALES MANAGER / AGENT

AREA SALES MANAGER / AGENT required for Tri-Motive

CONTACT DETAILS: STEFAN REES, ENQUIRIES@TRI-MOTIVE.COM

Growing, dynamic distribution company require a Sales Manager or Agent to cover North of England.

Basic Salary / Uncapped Commission / Bonus Scheme / Company Car for Sales Manager Package, or Agent agreement.

All applicants will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please send CVs to:
enquiries@tri-motive.com or post to:

Stefan Rees, TriMotive
SA1 Business Park
Langdon Road
Swansea. SA1 8QY

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JOB: ACCOUNT MANAGER REQUIRED - CENTRAL ENGLAND

Bull-It jeans: Account Manager required, Central England

Bull-It jeans: recruiting

CONTACT DETAILS: KEITH BLOXSOME, KEITH@KOVEC.CO.UK , 01489 582707

We are looking for a motorcycle enthusiast with territory knowledge and proven sales skills.

The winning candidate will have the capacity to understand and train the chemical engineering process that makes Covec safety materials unique in the motorcycle industry. Covec was engineered and patented offering the highest performance of any material in textile bike clothing, providing a USP over any other jeans brand in the world. Bull-it requires a person who can deliver accounts in the M4 – M62 area which will support the high sales growth already achieved in the South.

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JOBS: Full time sales executives needed

Full time sales executives

CONTACT DETAILS: Nigel, nigel@directdistributionservices.co.uk

WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE BEST

The Direct Distribution team are looking for highly motivated individuals with the drive to succeed and the ability to grow our wholesale business regionally.

We pride ourselves on being a one-stop-shop for the dealer and for all of the industry’s top brands, plus the addition of another two household names.

We offer a massive product range an a uncapped commission scheme, company car and a generous territory.

Apply in the strictest of confidence to:
nigel@directdistributionservices.co.uk
or come and see us at EXPO stand 810.

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FESTIVAL OF 1000 BIKES CALLED OFF

The Festival of 1000 Bikes will not take place in 2014.

Festival of 1000 bikes - not in 2014

 In a statement, the Vintage Motor Cycle Club Ltd said the decision had been taken “with great reluctance”.

The club states: “Motorsport fans will be aware of the uncertainty that surrounded the future of Mallory Park in the latter part of 2013, with the circuit operators (Mallory Park Motorsport Ltd) going into administration in the autumn.

“The new operator, Real Motor Sport Ltd, was recently announced and we have full confidence in it. Indeed our racing arm (BHR) already has a date for Mallory Park this year. However, because crucial months of planning and preparation have been lost, we are not confident of delivering this prestigious event in the amount of time remaining.”

VMCC apologised to members, volunteers and fans and thanked sponsors including Michelin, Footman James, Mortons Media, Bonhams and Eriks for all their support.

“We hope to see many of you at our other events and shows throughout the year and look forward to making an early announcement regarding the Festival of 1000 Bikes for 2015.”

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JOURNEY THROUGH MOTORCYCLE HISTORY

The Motorcycle Story will be among a new series of exhibitions at the National Motor Museum. The display will “immerse the visitor in a journey through motorcycling history, the human quest for freedom and the desire to win”. Machines are displayed in their historical and cultural context; tying technological developments to changing trends in fashion, style and sport. 

The Motorcycle Story

Memorabilia including clothing and trophies won by sporting greats can be seen in displays which cover a wide range of racing disciplines, road safety and British youth culture of the 1950s and 60s.

The Beaulieu museum has an ambitious plan for a complete re-display of its collection following the success of the BOND IN MOTION exhibition, which was seen by over 800,000 visitors during its successful two-year run which has just ended.

Bond fans came from all over the world and the exhibition was recognised as the Large Attraction of the Year at the 2013 VisitEngland Awards for Excellence.

The exhibition, which celebrated 50 years of the enduring James Bond franchise, featured 50 of the most iconic vehicles from the Bond films and was the largest official collection of original James Bond film vehicles staged anywhere in the world.

This is the 50th anniversary year of Donald Campbell’s Bluebird CN7 record, and the museum is marking the occasion with a new display, For Britain & For The Hell Of It, featuring Beaulieu’s iconic land speed record cars, tells the story of British pluck, technological mastery and national pride – alongside new vehicles with a more alternative land speed heritage.

A moving audio-visual presentation transports you back to a golden age of invention, courage and patriotism and introduces you to those who are keeping the record breaking dream alive today.

Both new displays will be open for Easter 2014 and can be seen as part of a visit to the whole Beaulieu attraction.   

www.beaulieu.co.uk

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Battle lines drawn for Arenacross

Honda (UK) is looking to hit the ground running in the 2014 Arenacross UK Championship, with a strong defence of the Pro Class Championship in which it dominated in 2013.



 

Adam Chatfield

Reigning champion Adam Chatfield, pictured, returns to the official Honda team to defend his title aboard the CRF450R. He will be joined by new Honda signing Elliott Banks-Browne, who will also be banging bars with crowd-favourite Brad Anderson and Italian former European AX Champion Angelo Pelligrini, riding the red machines. Runner-up last year Nev Bradshaw will also be joining the party to make an ultra-strong Honda line-up on track.

Off track, Honda (UK) further strengthens its involvement in arenacross by coming on board as a series partner. As part of this exciting partnership, the winner of the 2014 Arenacross Pro Class will be given a brand-new Honda CR-V for a year. Also, the live audience at each event will have the chance to get on a Honda and win a CRF125F.

It's gearing up to be a fantastic and closely fought series when Arenacross begins with a double header at Belfast's Odyssey Arena on 17, 18 January.

For more information and to book tickets, visit: www.arenacrossuk.com

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Fantastic season ahead for Triumph Triple Challenge

The Triumph Triple Challenge (TTC) has announced it will be joining the World Superbike line up at Donington Park this year - adding to what is already looking to be a fantastic season with more track time than ever before.

Triumph Triple Challenge - exciting season ahead

This comes with the confirmation of the dates for the 2014 TTC season revealing two extra races in the calendar. The number of races has been increased to 20, including two triple headers. These will take place at the first round at Brands Hatch and at Snetterton in June.

The series will continue to follow the British Superbikes calendar for eight rounds of the season, visiting some of the most prestigious circuits in the UK. The dates for the 2014 TTC are as follows:

18, 19 & 20, 21 April, Brands Hatch Indy Rounds 1, 2, 3

3, 4 & 5 May, Oulton Park Rounds 4, 5

23, 24 & 25 May (Supporting WSB), Donington Park GP Rounds 6, 7

13, 14 & 15 June, Snetterton 300 Rounds 8, 9, 10

1, 2 & 3 August, Thruxton Rounds 11, 12

23, 24 & 25 August, Cadwell Park Rounds 13, 14

5, 6 & 7 September, Donington Park GP Rounds 15, 16

3rd, 4th & 5th October Silverstone GP Rounds 17, 18

17, 18 & 19 October, Brands Hatch GP Rounds 19, 20

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SUZUKI LAUNCHES MOTOGP VIDEOS

Team Suzuki has launched a new four-part video documentary series following the 2013 Suzuki MotoGP Test Team’s development programme and featuring unseen behind-the-scenes and on-track footage.

Suzuki MotoGP

The first episode is now live on Team Suzuki Racing HERE, with further programmes due for release on Saturday, 7 January and 10 January.

Episode 1 sees the Suzuki MotoGP test programme get under way in March at Suzuki’s development base in Ryuyo, Japan, with behind-the-scenes footage, on-track action and an interview with Suzuki MotoGP test rider Nobu Aoki.

Episode 2 moves to Twin Ring Motegi in Japan in April and May where MotoGP rider Randy De Puniet joins the team as test rider. It is also announced that Davide Brivio has been appointed as Suzuki MotoGP Test Team Manager, with first interviews with both.

Episode 3 covers the first of the European tests at Catalunya and Motorland Aragon, Spain, in June where the world media gets its first glimpse of the newly-liveried machine and where it is announced that Suzuki will make its official MotoGP comeback in 2015.

Episode 4 wraps-up the Suzuki MotoGP test schedule after visits to Misano and Mugello in Italy, followed-by a visit inside the Suzuki MotoGP design and test facility at Ryuyo.

www.suzuki-racing.com/videos.aspx

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