According to a New York Times report today, Audi is about to acquire Ducati. Financial analysts don’t think this is a good move since there is little overlap in operation of the car and motorcycle operations. Why then? BMW is a competitor and BMW makes motorcycles as we well know. Audi may feel it needs motorcycles to be comparable to BMW. The deal may be announced this Wednesday.
Monthly Archives: April 2012
2012 BMWRA Rally
The 2012 BMWRA Rally is at scenic Copper Mountain, Colorado! Plan ahead for June 14-17. Find information and register for the rally.
BMWMOA International Rally
The 2012 BMWMOA International Rally is July 19-22 in Sedalia, Missouri. Information and registration for the rally.
AMA Sponsored Smoke Chasing Grand Tour 2012
AMA Sponsored Smoke Chasing Grand Tour 2012 (SCGT12)
SCGT12 is a BBQ themed (thus the “smoke”) self-paced grand tour designed to combine your love of great food and great riding. Last year, during our inaugural grand tour we were joined by more than 400 riders covering the spectrum of motorcycle brands and riding styles. This year we have changed the scoring format and added some new twists to keep the ride fresh. Our event can be completed in a single state or province or can include every province and territory in Canada and every state in the U.S. for those who enjoy long distance challenges.
The Grand Tour is extremely affordable at only $27 (USD) and features several prizes including free entry into rallies, cash, gas cards, a radar detection system and a spot tracker in addition to the prizes customarily offered by the AMA (Tires, locks etc). We will also name a Grand Champion based upon BBQ points earned who will have bragging rights and first choice of prizes.
Please check it out at www.smokechasing.com.