Archive for the motorcycle tag
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March 7, 2023
Contacting MMIC
Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council
3000 Steeles Avenue East
Suite 201 Markham, Ontario
L3R 4T9
Tel: 416-491-4449
Fax: 416-493-1985
Toll free: 877-470-6642
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March 3, 2023
2024 Motorcycle and OHV Shows
Canada’s premier powersports events roar back into Canada in 2024.
Fueled by strong manufacturer support, as well as innovative new programming experiences, the 2024 Motorcycle Shows are set to deliver plenty of fun, excitement, and new discoveries for riders of all styles, ages and experience levels.
On road and off-road riders, future riders, and lovers of the motorcycle and quad lifestyle will be able to check out some of the most anticipated models for 2024. Many of the world’s top manufacturers will debut their latest and greatest models. There is no other show in the country with this level of brand representation.
Additionally, the 2024 Shows will also feature a selection of custom and vintage motorcycles, parts, gear, apparel, and accessories. Riding clubs, training schools, touring destinations, and charity rides, will be ready to answer all your riding related questions and help you kick start the next riding season.
Additional features, programming and entertainment are also in the works, and will be announced in the coming months.
The motorcycle shows have always been the turning point in a long Canadian winter. They are the signal that the spring riding season is just around the corner.
For the most up-to-date information, please visit us online at www.motorcycleshows.ca, or follow us on Facebook.
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICES
Power Sport Services™ is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council. Power Sport Services™ focuses on innovation and leading-edge management of the motorcycle, OHV and power sport vehicle shows and the Open Road Motorcycle Insurance program.
Contact:
Laurie Paetz, Director of Events
Tel: 403-998-0447
Email: lpaetz@powersportservices.ca
Vincent Trepanier, Sales and Marketing Manager (Montreal)
Tel: 438-995-8397
Email: vtrepanier@powersportservices.ca
Lori Borda, Sales Manager (Toronto)
Tel: 519-717-3200
Email: lborda@powersportservices.ca.
mmicadmin
October 19, 2022
MMIC Rider Information
Rider Information From Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council
The Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council wants to extend that warm welcome to those who may now be thinking about getting started into motorcycling.
There are a number of practical reasons to ride a motorcycle but there are even more very human ones.
Our industry wants to send out the message that the world of motorcycling is an inclusive, welcoming one in which just about everyone can participate safely, easily and have an awful lot of fun while they’re doing it.
mmicadmin
August 27, 2020
Annual Motorcycle, Scooter & OHV Industry Statistics Report Summary
The member companies of the MMIC account for approximately 95% of all the new on-road motorcycles and scooters sold in Canada, while COHV member companies account for approximately 90% of the new recreational off highway vehicles, all-terrain vehicles and off-road motorcycles sold in Canada. The MMIC and COHV are funded entirely by their members, industry partners and the programs and services they offer.
Over 127,196 new units of motorcycles, scooters and OHVs plus parts and accessories were sold during
2021. When combined with part and accessories the result was an estimated retail value of $1,912,786,000. Motorcycles and scooters accounted for 56.89% of total new units sold, while OHVs made up the remaining 43.11%.
MMIC Member Companies:
mmicadmin
November 24, 2016
Motorcycle Jobs
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November 15, 2016
ATLANTIC CANADA’S LARGEST MOTORCYCLE & ATV SHOW ROLLS INTO MONCTON, FEBRUARY 10 TO 12, 2017
Moncton, NB (November 15, 2016) – The Motorcycle& ATV Show Moncton will roll into the Moncton Coliseum, February 10 to 12, 2017, to debut the industry’s 2017 makes and models to Atlantic Canadian riders.
The show is the largest of its kind in the Atlantic Canada and offers riders their first, up-close look at all the new motorcycle, scooter, ATV and side-by-side models available from the major manufacturers.
“The Motorcycle& ATV Show Moncton is guaranteed to create excitement for the 2017 riding season, “ says Neil Fardy, show manager, “It’s a great opportunity to check out what’s new and hot on two, three and four wheels and to chat with the many manufacturer reps who will be on hand to answer their questions.”
Exhibits will showcase the latest and greatest things related to riding including new industry innovations, technologies and developments, plus the most current apparel, accessories and touring destinations.
Again this year, the show will feature a fun-filled, action-packed line-up of entertainment and information sessions, leading off with She Rides Nite for the growing number of women embracing the sport. Clinton Smout will return to the show to deliver his “Learn to Ride” sessions and The Yamaha Riding Academy will be back to give youngsters ages 6 through 12 free riding lessons on the coliseum floor.
Presented by Dalton Timmis Insurance and produced by Power Sport Services, the Motorcycle & ATV Show-Moncton is the only Atlantic Canada stop on its national seven-city tour.
For more information on the 2017 show hours, ticket prices, features, and a list of exhibitors, visit the Moncton show website at www.monctonmotorcycleshow.ca. Regular updates are also posted the show’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/TheMotorcycleATVShowMoncton.
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ABOUT DALTON TIMMIS INSURANCE
Headquartered in Ancaster, Ontario, the Dalton Timmis Insurance Group is known across Canada as an innovative brokerage that provides specialty Insurance products and programs, including its Home for Chrome Motorcycle division, Commercial, Transportation and Personal Insurance divisions. Dalton Timmis Insurance was ranked one of 8 Canadian Brokerages to make the top 150 Brokerages in the World in 2013 by Canadian Underwriter Magazine.
Founded more than 80 years ago, growing a business from the ground up has provided Dalton Timmis with a wealth of insurance knowledge and old-fashioned values. Today, they balance those values with leading-edge technology and innovative processes to form a winning combination.
Their Home for Chrome Motorcycle Division is the presenting sponsor of the Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver, Toronto and Moncton Motorcycle Shows.
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICES:
Power Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV). PPS owns and produces seven premier motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton, Quebec City, Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Power Sport Services, Motorcycle & Moped
Industry Council & Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council
Jo-Anne Farquhar, Director of Communications
jfarquhar@mmic.ca
(416) 491-4449 (office)
1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)
416-996-9207 (mobile)
Show Publicist
Rayanne Brennan
rayanneb@rogers.com
(506) 961-3633 (mobile)
Chris LeBlanc
(506) 875-8475
chris.leb90@gmail.com
mmicadmin
November 15, 2016
2017 MOTORCYCLE SHOW-TORONTO TO MARK 30TH ANNIVERSARY IN FEBRUARY
TORONTO (November 15, 2016) – Ontario’s biggest motorcycle technology and new model showcase, the Motorcycle Show-Toronto presented by Dalton Timmis Insurance, will celebrate its 30th anniversary February 17-19 at the Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place.
This is Ontario’s only stop on the motorcycle manufacturers’ official national seven-city show tour, which kicks-off in Calgary in early January. Riders will get their first live look at the 2017 line-up of new motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and side-by-sides that will be rolling into dealers’ showrooms across the country ahead of the spring riding season.
In addition to new bikes, enthusiasts can check-out the latest in riding apparel, accessories, touring destinations, and many other exciting exhibits all under one roof.
“For 30 years, the Motorcycle Show-Toronto has been one the most anticipated events of the winter for Ontario’s motorcycle enthusiasts, because this show is a sure sign that the new riding season is just around the corner,” said Toronto Show Manager, Neil Fardy. “2017 is shaping up to be a big year for new model releases from Canada’s top motorcycle brands and we’re looking forward to giving everyone their first chance to see them at the Enercare Centre in February.”
The family-friendly show also has several special features that appeal to riders of all ages and experience levels, including Yamaha’s Riding Academy for Kids and their Riding Skills Demo’s with expert Clinton Smout, She Rides Night (a celebration of women who ride), motorcycle stunt shows with Canadian star Craig Latimer, and Jordan Szoke’s Extreme Show, featuring the Hall-of-Famer’s trials demos.
The Motorcycle Show-Toronto presented by Dalton Timmis Insurance is produced by Power Sport Services.
For Show hours, features, ticket prices and info, visit www.torontomotorcycleshow.ca. Discounted advance tickets are on sale now through the website’s online box office and at select Ontario dealers.
ABOUT DALTON TIMMIS INSURANCE
Headquartered in Ancaster, Ontario, the Dalton Timmis Insurance Group is known across Canada as an innovative brokerage that provides specialty insurance products and programs, including its Home for Chrome Motorcycle division, Commercial, Transportation and Personal Insurance divisions. Dalton Timmis Insurance was ranked one of eight Canadian Brokerages to make the top 150 Brokerages in the World in 2013 by Canadian Underwriter Magazine. Their Home for Chrome Motorcycle division is the presenting sponsor of the Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver, Toronto and Moncton Motorcycle Shows.
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICES
Power Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV). PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Calgary, Edmonton, Moncton, Montreal, Quebec City, Toronto and Vancouver.
| MEDIA CONTACTS: | |
| Toronto Show Public Relations Jerry Priddle Accelerate Marketing & Communications jerrypriddle@accelmc.com (905) 554-9491 (office) (416) 312-9491 (mobile) |
Power Sport Services, Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council & Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council Jo-Anne Farquhar, Director of Communications jfarquhar@mmic.ca (905) 752-1158 (office) 1-855-794-7487 (Toll-free) 416-996-9207 (mobile) |
mmicadmin
July 19, 2016
Importing Motorcycles and OHVs
Both MMIC and COHV receive many calls from Canadians wishing to import motorcycles (including enclosed motorcycle, open motorcycle, limited-speed motorcycle or motor tricycle), and restricted-use motorcycles (including all-terrain vehicles, off-road motorcycles) into Canada from foreign countries. Many of these potential importers are surprised to learn that there are regulations that must be met as a condition of admitting these vehicles into Canada. The Motor Vehicle Safety Act and regulations administered by Transport Canada establish the safety standards for vehicles manufactured and imported into Canada. The Canadian Environment Protection Act 1999 and regulations administered by Environment Canada establish the exhaust emission standards for vehicles manufactured and imported into Canada,
A Quick Guide to Importing Motorcycles Under the On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations
Emission standards for on-road motorcycles are governed under the On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations (Regulations) established under the authority of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA 1999). The Regulations have been streamlined to enable acceptance of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification as a means of demonstrating compliance with Canadian emission standards in recognition of the fact that many motorcycle models are offered for sale in both Canada and the United States during the same period.
mmicadmin
July 19, 2016
Commercial Insurance Program
Power Secure Pac
MMIC’s Commercial Insurance Program
The Power Secure Pac is a comprehensive commercial insurance program exclusively for MMIC members and their dealers, tailor-made for your needs.
The program is underwritten by Federated Insurance one of the most trusted names in the commercial insurance business. Think of the Federated Insurance team as your personal risk management department. Federated Field Risk Analysts and their Loss Prevention Consultants will work directly with you. You will know who to go to for answers and support.
Their services include:
- Loss prevention service
- Annual insurance review
- Individual insurance programming
- Convenient payment plan options
- Prompt and fair claims service
mmicadmin
July 18, 2016
Motorcycle Rider Training
Motorcycle Rider Training in Canada
Even before you have purchased a motorcycle, the best way you can learn about motorcycling is from the experts. Whether you are new to motorcycling or returning to an old passion, you will benefit from a motorcycle Rider Training course. And, yes, the motorcycle is supplied for the basic learner’s course. As well, as an added bonus, you may qualify for savings on your motorcycle insurance!
MMIC supports motorcycle rider training programs across Canada. The MMIC believes that rider training is one of the best ways, if not the best way, to learn how to ride a motorcycle.
MMIC provides a complimentary up-to-date listing of Rider Training programs on our GoMotorcycling website. Please visit www.gomotorcycling.ca for our list.
All recognized rider training programs have certain characteristics in common:
- they are ‘recognized’ by the provincial licensing ministry or agency;
- they use highly trained instructors who must meet established standards;
- they use an approved curriculum.
To get started you need to understand the following:
- You need a separate motorcycle license to ride a motorcycle;
- Motorcycle licence requirements differ from province to province; and
- In most provinces, rider training can help you obtain your motorcycle license.
General Guidelines for Rider Training Courses
For those who are inexperienced, or for those with some experience but require basic licensing, or for those of you who are returning to the sport after an extended absence, we recommend:
Introductory Riding Basics Programs
These basic training programs are a comprehensive 18-hour experience to give you necessary motorcycle handling skills. They are conducted away from traffic on motorcycles that the course provides. They are geared toward personal coaching and a relaxed approach to put you at ease while also challenging you.
The typical course is scheduled on a weekend or two week days. The weekend starts Thursday or Friday evening with a three-hour classroom discussion of risk factors and basic riding strategies. During the course you will ride a series of exercises that builds one skill after another until you have a sense of control and accomplishment.
The program concludes on the afternoon of the second day with an on-site riding exercise to meet provincial ministry standards. If you are successful, the riding school is authorized by the ministry to issue you a certificate for your next level of motorcycle licence (in applicable provinces).
Advanced Training: Riding Strategies Programs
For those motorcyclists who presently have your probationary licence and need to obtain your full motorcycle licence, or who want a higher comfort level in traffic, we recommend Advanced Training.
This higher level training program qualifies you to obtain your full motorcycle licence in many provinces. Advanced training assumes that you have basic motorcycle handling skills in traffic. It fine-tunes your traffic observation and management practices on your own motorcycle in a real traffic environment.
The training differs from province to province and usually involves a minimum of nine to fifteen hours.
The ratio riders to each instructor is small and ranges around three or four to keep your learning intimate and relaxed. Typically, training will take place on Friday evening and either a Saturday or Sunday.
This course is enjoyable for the camaraderie of group riding, and especially for the development of confidence in your skills.
Questions to Ask Before You Register
We know from our students what contributes to an enjoyable and effective learning experience. Ask about:
- the size of the group
- the number of instructors available to you
- the size and variety of the training motorcycles available
- if it is a ministry-approved course
- if there is any cost for re-test should you not pass on the first attempt
- whether you will be encouraged to try more than one style of motorcycle
- the flexibility of payment options and scheduling
- if more practice time is available to you should you need to get more comfortable with your skills
- if you will enjoy yourself with instructors that are there exclusively to pass on to you their expertise and enthusiasm for the sport.