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Motorcycle Economics: Shifting Demographics

Posted on December 19, 2023 by MotoADVR

In 2019, no shortage of press was dedicated to the impending demise of Harley-Davidson as a consequence of boomers aging out of the hobby. Social media and the comment section of such articles were loaded with remarks about “grey beards” … Continue reading →

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Posted in Opinion | Tagged baby boomers, china, demographics, economics, india, Motorcycle, Motorcycle Industry | 6 Comments

The 500 Adventure Motorcycle is the New 800

Posted on November 28, 2023 by MotoADVR

On the heels of EICMA1, there’s undoubtedly a lot of new blood emerging in the adventure motorcycle segment, especially at the bottom end of the displacement range. As more and more models are being released out of Southeast Asia, I’m … Continue reading →

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Posted in Bikes, Opinion | Tagged ADV, Adventure Motorcycle, CF Moto, CF Moto 450 MT Adventure, economics, Himalayan 450, Kove, Kove 450 Rally, Motorcycle, Motorcycle Dealership, Royal Enfield, Royal Enfield Himalayan | 20 Comments

Motorcycle Economics: Brick and Mortar Compression

Posted on March 24, 2023 by MotoADVR

Crisis accelerates evolution. In 2019, buying a vehicle meant negotiating on price with a sleazy salesman, followed by long waits in a side office with lending applications, extended warranty pitches, and endless paperwork. Even after signing the deal, you often … Continue reading →