Triumph & Ducati Dealer meetings!

Both Triumph and Ducati had their dealer meetings over the last two weekends. We have much to report, and will do so soon. Just know that we have the latest information on the latest models. Check out a couple of these photos!

Don on the new Multistrada 1200!

Chris Hafner (#1 Top Selling Triumph Salesman in the Northeast) on the new Thunderbird

The All new Thunderbird SE

11th Annual Winter Sucks Sale and Open House at Great Bay Motorcycles on Saturday March 13th

Join us for our Winter Sucks Sale and Open House Party this coming Saturday, March 13th from 10-4pm.

We will be having a storewide sale on all parts and accessories and clothing. Enjoy some food and prizes while you meet with other enthusiasts and check out the finest motorcycles on the planet.

There will be bike specials on a wide variety of models and great deals on any 2009 models. Combined with manufacturers programs like Ducati’s “Created Naked Promo” you can get a great deal and an excellent interest rate if you qualify.

Triumph is also offering great finance deals or retail specials on any remaining 2009 models including the Street Triple, Bonneville, Daytona 675, and Rocket III models.

Our 11th annual Winter Sucks Sale, Saturday, March 13th at Great Bay Motorcycles on the NH seacoast, just one hour north of Boston and one hour south of Portland.

Call with questions or to reserve your bike before the event starts call 603 964 4450.

Check us out on the web, www.greatbaymotorcycles.com

DUCATI TAKES THE NYC INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOW BY STORM!

DUCATI TAKES THE NYC INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOW BY STORM!


Last weekend New York City’s Jacob Javits Center was host to the 2010 Cycle World International Motorcycle Show, and Ducati literally stole the show.

On Friday afternoon, the Javits Center was crowded with show attendees, and it seemed as if half of them were in the Ducati booth. The new Ducati booth is much more of an open concept design than the previous Ducati display booth. In the past, you had to squeeze in through an entrance that made the booth feel very exclusive, but also somewhat crowded. The new Ducati booth is totally open with access from all sides allowing traffic to flow into the booth from all directions. The show organizers were wise to place Ducati at the center of the show floor, because Ducati was, naturally, the center of attention.

The new Ducati Booth

Ted & Oz from NEDOC

Don, Paul (1098 owner), and Bob from N.H.

Tyler (1098 owner) down from N.H. sporting a GBMC t-shirt

On Friday evening the excitement at the show kicked off with the Redbull DJ spinning tunes to pump up the energy in the Javits Center. Soon the Ducati booth was literally surrounded by hundreds of people as Ducati kicked off one of their outstanding fashion shows. Placed in the center of the stage was the all new Multistrada and the fashion models strutted there way around the technological masterpiece. At the completion of the fashion show the models came out for a final bow, and the crowd was told that more excitement was in store for them.

Ducatis' New open concept Booth

Red-Bull DJ spinning Tunes

Fashion Models Flank the New Multistrada

Yes, I am the model in the photo on the wall behind me

Ducati Clothing Manager, George, smiles. The Fashion Shows are a real hit

If you looked around the IMS show at that moment you could see that nearly every attendee was focused on the Ducati booth, even the representatives and vendors from other brands were all standing on the outskirts of the Ducati booth hoping to catch some of the action. Ducati CEO Michael Lock climbed up onto the stage and with microphone in hand introduced Ducati Moto GP Team Racer, Nicky Hayden. The applause was loud and lasted for nearly a minute as Hayden, known as the Kentucky kid, waived to the crowd.

Ducati CEO Michael Lock introduces Nicky Hayden

Lock then sat down with Nicky and conducted an interview on the Ducati stage. Nicky Hayden was modest and genuine in his replies to Lock’s questions. Nicky has a fantastic winning record as a racer, yet he was very humble about his work on the Ducati Moto GP team which is the highest level of two wheeled racing on the planet. In the end what Hayden wants, heck all Ducatisi want, is many more podium finishes for Ducati on the Moto GP circuit.

Nicky answers the questions from Michael

Nicky & Michael share a moment

The booth stayed hopping as Nicky graciously signed all manner of cards, posters and people (yes, body parts) for his adoring fans. With Nicky in the booth at the Javits’ center you could really see that Ducati is the most exciting brand in motorcycling today. Heck, the Harley booth, directly across from Ducati was empty and it did not even seem like anyone was manning it.

Nicky Graciously signs autographs

As the show closed, Ducati was not done with New York City yet on Friday, and moved the party down to the night club and restaurant area know as the meat packing district. Trendy hot spots abound in the meat packing district some of which do not even have signs indicating they exist. This is one of the coolest areas to party in New York City, and Ducati hosted a VIP party in the nightclub on the roof top at the Hotel Gansevoort. The Hotel Gansevoort is on 9th Avenue in the center of the meatpacking district and is credited with helping to “turn the neighborhood from gritty to chic.”

Revelers at the Ducati VIP Party
The bar in the hotel lobby was a cool scene, with upscale urban dwellers dressed for a late night on the town. Just before 10 pm an announcement was made that anyone wearing a Ducati VIP lanyard was invited to take the elevator to the top floor for the Ducati party. Free Red Bull and Peroni Beer were served while the DJ spun tunes for the crowd. The view of the city from this roof top night club was fabulous. Soon up onto the stage came Nicky Hayden. He thanked Ducati, Ducati owners, and his fans for all of their support and told the admiring crowd how much he appreciated their enthusiasm.

Ducati Sales & Marketing Director - Jason Chinnock at the Hotel Gansevoort Night Club

The party went on with Nicky taking his time to speak with fans. A typical New York City Friday night is not your typical New England Friday night. Many places don’t even start to get hopping until after midnight, and many bars simply lock their doors at 4 am, but keep on pouring for those still inside. This was definitely one of those nights, but that is another story…..

On Saturday & Sunday the IMS show had outstanding attendance which is very positive for motorcycling in general. And it is particularly positive for Ducati , because both days saw the Ducati booth jammed with motorcyclists. If you were at the show you could feel the excitement in the Ducati booth, and it was unmatched throughout the rest of the show. Ducati had the new Multistrada, the new Streetfighter, the new 796 Hypermotard, and the gorgeous 1198 S Corse all on display, plus virtually every model in their line up.

The All new Multistrada

The New 1198S Corse - check out the tank! (below)

A "real" Desmo

Looking out over the show floor you could not miss the red Ducati booth and all of the people surrounding it. Plenty of dealers were in attendance helping to work the booth, and it was a great time for connecting with fellow enthusiasts. The Red Bull DJ kept the music pulsing and the fashion show took place every hour or so, keeping the Ducati booth the single most exciting thing at this years show. Ducati CEO Michael Lock with Don

Jesse from SSC

Ducati Regional Business Manager - Jason Routhier

Ducati NY's Steve Radt

Jason Chinnock at the Booth

Tom Fournier

If you have not ever visited the NYC IMS show, we certainly encourage you to attend next year.

Chris H @ GBMC Sales Takes on Socal on the Triumph Thunderbird 1600!

How can you not be excited when your boss tells you “ Chris, your going out to southern California to ride some motorcycles” To be specific, the new Triumph Thunderbird. (I love my job) “OK Don, you talked me into it” Now I have to tell you, if you have never been to the San Diego area, you need to go. No bugs, no potholes, no frost heaves and some of the finest scenery in the country. So here I am, keys in hand to a brand new, all black and chrome 2010 Thunderbird. This thing had almost every piece of chrome available from Triumph bolted on to it. I’m such a sap for black and chrome. I have to tell you, when you hear that 1600 cc engine with the accessory mufflers come to life, it brings a broad smile to your face. I think to myself, Chris, they’re paying you to do this (an even bigger grin) so, here we go. 20 brand new Thunderbirds, rolling down the highway toward mount Palomar on some of the coolest roads I’ve ever ridden. The twist’s and turns on these roads are unbelievable. What’s even more unbelievable is the fact that I’m tearing up the road and carving through these corners on a cruiser. Not a sport bike like the Daytona 675 or the Street Triple R. I’m talking cruiser here. These things aren’t supposed to handle, are they? Well apparently the good folks at Triumph and Tim Prentice (the designer) thought differently. I got to spend some time with Tim and after a very short time you could see, this man is passionate about his designs. The project started in 2004 and the design work began in 2005. This was not a rushed project. A lot of time and effort went into this bike and when you get a chance to ride one, you’ll see why. Power delivery is excellent. It’s hard to believe that this is a parallel twin. The engine is as smooth as glass with enough torque to pull hard in any gear.

Black and chrome is so cool!

Want to run it up to red line. No problemo, winds right up to 6500 RPM without missing a beat. Rumors have it that a tire or two may have produced a puff of smoke here or there!

“OK” they said, it is time for you to switch bikes. So, I bid goodbye to black beauty and said hello to a silver and black Thunderbird with a couple of surprises. The headlight cowl and the short pipes gave a hint as to what this really was. A big bore! 1700cc’s, 104 cubic inches, 100 hp and 118 foot pound’s of torque! Now we’re talking.


Big bore! Oh boy!!!!!!!!!!!

I’m telling you, this thing sound’s awesome! The amazing thing is that the big bore is just as smooth as the standard engine. At idle you can hear the difference in the two engines but you cannot feel it. That is until you put it in gear and crack open the throttle. WOW! Here we go, you can feel the difference right away. Good thing this bike has some great brakes. Over the years I have had the opportunity to ride many different bikes. Some leave a lasting impression, some not so much. This is one that will leave a smile on your face for many years to come. In comparison to a recent test ride that I took on a friend’s Dyna glide, this new Thunderbird is clearly a superior machine. It out powers and out handles the Harley hands down! And, you can actually see what’s behind you through the mirrors at idle. Try doing that on a Dyna. Triumph has redefined what a cruiser should be. Tons of smooth power, impressive handling, great look’s and a bike that is comfortable to ride all day long. I’m looking forward to getting this years demo on the lot and can’t wait until our riding season is back. I wonder if the boss will let me add a big bore kit and pipes. Hmmmmmm. It can’t hurt to ask! Good luck trying to get the keys away from me!

Chris Hafner

Sales

The weather was just perfect!

Snow in southern California?????