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Luigi Termignoni: I cannot imagine myself without a motorcycle

Luigi Termignoni, the founder of the legendary brand of Termignoni exhaust systems, kindly agreed to answer some questions recently for Motonews.ru.

Founded in 1969, Termignoni designs and develops motorcycle exhaust systems. With the experience it has gained over its long history of operation, the company’s products demonstrate excellent performance results. Termignoni exhaust systems boast the ability to increase engine power, and their total weight is nothing compared to all other serial exhaust systems.
Termignoni exhaust systems have long since proven their worth at such races as MotoGP, Moto2 and SBK…

Andrey Krasilov: Spyder Roadster’s key feature is that it does not fall over

The Can-Am Spyder Roadster, known simply as a “spider” in Russia, is a remarkable and unique product of the motorcycle industry designed by Canada’s BRP. Some Russian motorcycle professionals and enthusiasts have already gotten their hands on the vehicle and come to appreciate its advantages over a traditional motorcycle…

And now those who have never heard of the Spyder before but would like to get a sneak peek at this vehicle get a chance to learn what Andrey Krasilov, General Director of BRP’s official distributor in Russia, Rosan, had to say about it in an interview with Motonews.ru.

A tour of the Ducati plant...

Motonews.ru journalists took a trip to Bologna, where they visited a plant owned by the famous Italian Ducati brand and got a chance to talk with the plant’s management and even watch the conveyor belt process…

The trademark’s history isn't quite what you would expect it to be. It wasn't motorcycles or engines that were the first products to enjoy immediate acclaim and gain the trust of consumers. Instead, it was an array of radio components, typewriters and photo cameras that started the plant's history in the beginning of the 20th century. Only later, when the factory’s operation was already in full swing, did the three Ducati brothers introduce motorcycle equipment on the market as an addition to their main products. Who would have thought back then that 50 years later motorcycles would become the legendary trademark’s signature product!

Nick Harris: 35 years in motorcycle racing

Nick Harris, a reputed journalist and author with extensive experience in broadcasting media, has been known largely as a TV and radio commentator and host for the past 35 years.

As a commentator for 18 MotoGP-2010 races, Nick was the voice of MotoGP last year for viewers in Great Britain, Australia, North America, Africa and the Far East. During the winter, Nick provides commentary on football matches on The BBC. He's also provided voiceover for various Duke Marketing and Castrol commercials.

Vladimir Chaikovsky: Demand for BMW bikes rising | 2 comment(s)

Vladimir Chaikovsky, who is responsible for sales and marketing at BMW Motorrad Russia, has agreed to a question-and-answer session with Motonews.ru to fill us in on the latest developments in the BMW motorcycle business in Russia.

Vladimir, when we spoke in April 2010, you said that BMW planned to sell 600 motorcycles in Russia that year. Did you reach that target? And what are your expectations for this year? How many bikes did you sell, and how many are you planning to sell in 2011?
Artyom, it is a real pleasure for me to answer this question. We fulfilled our plans last year, and this year, it seems that the overall number of buyers of BMW motorcycles is much bigger than we imagined. Truth be told, we're already looking at a four-digit number. A few hundred motorcycles a year, after all, is an overly modest figure for a country as big as Russia.

Andrey Urzhumtsev finishes his motorcycle rally across Africa

Africa is an amazing continent full of mysteries and adventures. It harbors both equatorial, evergreen rainforests and the planet’s largest desert, the Sahara. When it's pouring in one part of the continent, the other part is consumed by everlasting drought. Yet, the weather is by far not the main obstacle in covering thousands of kilometers. It is vital that you pay close attention and fully grasp Africa’s mysterious culture in order to be comfortable on its territory.

Andrey Urzhumtsev, a Russian businessman who happens to be into unique motorcycle tours, ventured on a solo rally across Africa in September 2010. To carry him across the continent, Andrey chose the BMW GS 1200 Adventure rigged out with a built-in camera system that captured the entire historic event.

New BMW GT and GTL models in great demand but limited supply – for now

Sales and Marketing Manager for BMW Motorrad Russia Vladimir Chaikovsky filled motonews.ru in on a new generation of BMW Motorrad tourist motorcycles, GT and GTL, which are about to appear on the Russian market.

Ever since BMW Motorrad presented its experimental development, Concept 6, in the fall of 2009, bikers can’t seem to get the idea of an in-line six-cylinder engine out of their minds. BMW has been using unique in-line six-cylinder engines of its own development in its cars for over 70 years. The concern also plans to start manufacturing motorcycles with this type of engine, again, using its own technology.

Alexander Philimonov on Yamaha buyers in Russia

Head of market relations of Yamaha’s Russian representative office – Yamaha Motor CIS – Alexander Filimonov answered Motonews.ru’s questions about sales dynamics, the average Yamaha motorcycles customer, and brand policy…

How many Yamaha motorcycles are you selling in Russia?
Well, you can get the general market outlook by analyzing the imports statistics. It also includes information about Yamaha. The company does not publish its own sales data, however.
How does that compare to the previous years’ results? It’s no secret that the motor vehicles market shrank as a result of the unfortunate developments in the global economy, and Russia is certainly no exception.

Ilya Khait: We export over 95% of all Ural motorcycles | 1 comment(s)

General Director of Irbit Motorworks Ilya Khait fills Motonews.ru in on the global expansion of Ural motorbikes, its dynamics, and the profile of an average buyer of Russian motorcycles.

How many motorcycles are you selling in Russia, and how many are exported?
Before the crisis, we produced roughly 1,000 bikes a year. Over 95 percent of all Ural motorbikes are actually exported. Our main markets include the United States (50 percent of total sales), the European Union, Canada, Japan, and Australia. Last year, we sold 17 motorcycles in Russia. This year, since we’re seeing more demand in Russia, we expect to sell more here.
We’re essentially selling motorcycle combinations, and 80 percent of the total is motorcycles with a driven sidecar wheel.

Oleg Snagovsky on Honda’s new arrivals for 2010 | 1 comment(s)

Sales and Marketing Manager at Honda Motor RUS LLC Oleg Snagovsky has told Motonews.ru all about the new arrivals offered by the Japanese brand Honda for bikers in 2010, the policy on grey dealers, and the profile of buyers of Honda motorcycles.

How many motorcycles are you selling in Russia?
It’s difficult to assess the market as a whole, but Honda holds the lead in motorcycle sales in Russia.

Vladimir Chaikovsky on BMW motorcycle sales in Russia | 1 comment(s)

Sales and Marketing Manager at BMW Motorrad Russia Vladimir Chaikovsky has kindly agreed to answer our questions on the sales of Bavarian motorcycles in Russia, as well as those on the main drivers of success behind BMW Motorrad’s impressive ability to consistently win over the hearts and minds of bikers.

How many motorcycles are you selling in Russia?
BMW? We plan to sell 600 motorcycles.

Russia’s motorcycle market: Figures and plans | 3 comment(s)

Motonews.ru is pleased to present a series of short interviews with the Russian motorcycle market’s main players.
The editorial office of Motonews.ru had a number of questions for the spokesmen for Russian representative offices of BMW, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, KTM, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Victory and other motorcycle manufacturers.

The questions touched upon, inter alia, motorcycle sales in Russia, customer profile, plans for the foreseeable future, grey dealers, not to mention an array of other interesting questions.
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