MOTOR Trader 2025

hybrid powertrain, and a new line of e-bikes — the Xyber and Xafari models. Not on the media tour but still attracting attention were Kawasaki, with its new Ninja 7 Hybrid ABS and its all-electric Ninja e-1 ABS; Polaris, which debuted the XPEDITION “adventure side-by-side” lineup; and Triumph, which displayed its TF 250-X motocross bike. AIMExpo’s New Product Central was also abuzz with 32 brands featuring innovative new products. Several electric-bike manufacturers also presented on the New Product Central stage, including Arctic Leopard USA, Denago Powersports, Greenger Powersports, JackRabbit Mobility, NIU, Rawrr eMoto, and Ryvid. Also new this year was a collaboration with Sturgis Buffalo Chip, which brought a new level of excitement to the 2 Wheel Custom Showcase. Rod “Woody” Woodruff, president and CEO of the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip, was on hand to award custom builder Mike Rabideau winner of the Spirit of the Chip trophy for his build. “Everyone we spoke to not only made some great connections for business, they also had an amazing time,” Kernes said. “We’re excited about the industry enthusiasm for AIMExpo 2025. And we’re looking forward to continuing to evolve the experience even more.” AIMExpo will return to Las Vegas February 5-7, 2025. MOTOR TRADER www.IMB2B.com TRADE SHOW REVIEW 163