The BeemerFile: Blog Edition
Thursday, September 27, 2007 @ 10:03 AM
OCTOBER 2007
A&S's Halloween Motorcycle Bash - Saturday, October 13th 2007
A&S BMW Motorcycles is hosting their first annual Halloween Spooktacular! On Saturday, October 13th, we’ll be throwing a bash for all riders that you won’t want to miss. We’ll have A&S’s Costumed Cuties serving food and drinks all day, a costume contest for your bike with hot prizes and 98 Rock’s Bod Squad will be on site from 11-1 p.m.! Don’t miss the First Gear motorcycle apparel workshops at 10 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. where you’ll receive 25% off a new TPG Jacket or pant! Listen to details about A&S BMW Motorcycles' upcoming Spooktacular Open House event!OCTOBER 2007
ASTV - More Bikes, Gear and Fun to Watch Than Ever
A&S has become the veritable source on the web for online videos of motorcycling. Now you can see all the bikes as well as A&S events and community relationship efforts. Watch BMW's latest line of sport, dirt, and dual purpose bikes at events like Stunt Wars, the Erzberg Hare Scramble, Bonneville, and Daytona, to name a few! And NOWHERE else can you watch video of the bike you’re going to purchase and examples of exactly how it will perform.OCTOBER 2007
A&S is Now On eBay with AMAZING Deals
Who doesn’t head straight for a clearance rack? We do. And now we’ve made it even easier to browse ours. In fact, browse it from the comfort of your own living room – we don’t care. Oh! Did we mention we even sell motorcycles on our eBay site? You’ll have to check back often though... the deals are so good they don’t last for long! http://stores.ebay.com/A-S-BMW-Motorcycles4.9% Financing is Available
Buy any ’07 F800S, G650 Xchallenge, G 650 Xcountry, or the G 650 Xmoto and you could be eligible for 4.9% financing. With approved credit, this incredible rate is available thru October 31st, so you better hurry! In addition, you can receive a ZUMO GPS or motorcycle training at BMW’s exclusive North American training facility in South Carolina. With an offer this good, what holding you back? Don’t forget, A&S can ship bikes anywhere in the world, so don’t let your location hold you back from this awesome deal! For More Information, Click Here!OCTOBER 2007
FirstGear's Brand New TPG Line - A&S Has It In Stock!!!
FirstGear has introduced their latest line of intuitive technical apparel, making A&S BMW Motorcycles one of the first motorcycle dealers to offer their TPG line to the public. It's a complete multi-season solution on and off the bike for extreme outdoor adventure. The jackets include a wind and waterproof liner that can be worn independently of the jacket's outer shell off the bike. The outer shell offers abrasion resistance, highly visible reflective panels, and an exclusive venting system. Learn more by visiting www.ascycles.com.OCTOBER 2007
A Costume Contest For Your Motorcycle - Saturday, October 13th 2007
It’s getting to be that time of year – costume party after costume party. But, did it ever occur to you that your motorcycle might want to join in on the fun? Dress up your bike for our Motorcycle Halloween Bash, October 13th, and have a chance to win some awesome prizes! Don’t worry if you don’t live nearby, simply e-mail Megan at ascycles dot com a photo of your motorcycle wearing its costume, and we'll post the pictures online for the Online Costume Contest!Monday, September 24, 2007 @ 4:54 PM
OCTOBER 2007
Pashnit.com's Tim Mayhew - Guest Speaker at A&S's Next GaragenPartei
October 18th 2007 - 6:30 to 8 p.m.
When asked to provide a GaragenPartei that spoke about motorcycle touring and packing for a tour, I immediately thought of Tim. Who better to talk from experience than a man who tours how most of us want to tour. Sure I could have brought in some folks who’ve traveled the world on their motorcycles (oh wait, I already did that) but I want to know how to pack for a week (Read: I don’t want to have to wash socks by hand).Most California motorcycle riders know about Pashnit.com's founder, Tim Mayhew. It began as a chronicle of his personal rides along California’s best roads including his amazing photography. Tim’s ability to describe not only the scenery, but the curves, the traffic and the pavement itself makes you feel as though you had been riding with him. He has over 600 roads plotted out on his site, which include maps, lodging and points of interest. And now, you can sign up for a guided tour with Tim. Ahhh - it can't get better than that!
Tim will be at A&S, Thursday, October 18th to discuss packing and touring on your motorcycle. Who better to learn from than a man who's truly "Passionate" about touring! Check back here on Friday the 19th, for the ASTV version of Tim's presentation!!
Wednesday, September 5, 2007 @ 3:26 PM
Beemer File Special Edition: Motorcycle Apparel
A&S Wants You to Cycle Safe and Enjoy the Ride!
A&S BMW Motorcycles has begun a huge campaign within our community to ensure that folks are motorcycling safely. We've even partnered with the Sacramento Police Department to create several public service announcements airing on our local Fox television station! (You can view them by clicking here!)
As a part of this mission, we wanted to ensure our premier clients were familiar with all of BMW Motorrad’s safety apparel offerings. We currently have every item listed below in stock and available to you with no wait! But as you know, these items go fast, so order yours now at www.ascycles.com.
We'd also like to announce Andy Sills, World Speed Record Holder on a K1200S at the Bonneville Salt Flats will be our guest speaker at the August GaragenPartei. Read the news and events section below for more details!
JACKETS
BMW Rallye 2 Pro Jacket
Manufactured from Cordura® 500 (a very long-wearing, air-permeable material) with CE approved NP protective armor in the shoulders, elbows and spine this jacket is not only safe, but is truly for all four-seasons. Its GORE-TEX insert with thin fleece ensures protection from the rain, its mesh lining and removable sleeves ensures comfort in the summer heat, and its myriad of pockets, including a removable hip bag and a provision for a hydration system makes this an awesome choice for anyone into off-road or distance riding!
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=43911
BMW "new" City Jacket
A functional jacket in the classic style for the BMW Motorrad fan. With its broad cut it can easily be worn over a sports coat. It is permanently windproof and waterproof as well as highly breathable. With its Cordura® 500 upper material and CE protectors as standard it easily fulfils the basic requirements of a motorcycling jacket. The thermal inner lining is removal, making the jacket wearable all year round.
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=44777
BMW Boulder Jacket
Besides being an attractive jacket, the Boulder Jacket transforms easily from a well-ventilated summer jacket to a cold weather jacket by zipping in the waterproof and windproof Venturi climate insert. Additionally, the sleeves are removable, converting effortlessly into a comfortable vest. Again constructed of the highly abrasion resistant Cordura® 500 fabric and outfitted with CE approved NP impact protectors, which generously enclose the shoulders, elbows and back.
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=43913
BMW Comfort Shell Jacket
This windproof / waterproof jacket is perfect for the summer months due to its light weight and ability to breathe. It’s abrasion resistant and touts the BMW NP armor in the shoulders and elbow and a removable back protector. Most remarkably though, is the attention spent on making this truly waterproof: a double-zipper up the front of the jacket with a waterproof length of material between the two so that little drips of rain can’t find their way between the zipper at highway speeds!
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=44723
PANTS
BMW Rallye 2 Pro Pant
The perfect compliment to the Rallye Pro Jacket, these pants are made to withstand almost any terrain. Again, designed to be worn in all four-seasons and outfitted with BMW NP armor makes it easy to overlook innovative additions such as leather inserts on the inside of knees to protect painted surfaces and all the pockets.
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=44212
BMW City Pant
The City trousers reflect true urban style and are just the right companion for the big city. The Cordura®/denim mixture ensures optimum wear comfort and the sporty design simply makes you feel good. These are trousers that look great anywhere - not just on the bike.
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=44216
BMW Summer 2 Pant
Is there anything better in the summer than motorcycling? Yes, motorcycling in clothing which has been specially designed for summer temperatures! These light, airy motorcycling trousers can be converted into a practical pair of shorts - whether during breaks, on trips or for active leisure pursuits. Robust Cordura® 500 and height-adjustable knee protectors provide the necessary motorcycling functionality. When you dismount, the trousers are easily converted into a practical pair of shorts, with plenty of storage space for everything you need for the summer.
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=44710
GLOVES
BMW Rallye 2 Gloves
With the BMW Motorrad Rallye 2 gloves, you can expect a good grip at all times - even off the road. Made of a mixture of fabric and kangaroo leather, they also boast a ventilated hard shell knuckle protection with protector foam under the shell and on fingers.
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=44218
BMW Pro Summer Gloves
The newly designed Pro Sport provides safety and comfort without hard shell protectors. The Pro Sport Glove has the sophisticated finish of the lightweight summer gloves with sporting trim and has a light colored palm preventing discoloration of the fingers. An example of BMW's true attention to detail, to Pro Sport Glove is equipped with 2 Velcro® strips and a stretch section on the back of the hand making it a perfect fit for any rider!
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=2305
BMW Air Flow 2 Gloves
The BMW AirFlow 2 Gloves are created from a material mixture consisting of Pittards® leather and air-porous AirTex® webbing designed for temperatures over 70°F and are perforated between the fingers.Extra comfort due to Cordura® stretch material on fingers and wrist, with foam a underlay and the inner hand is unpadded for good grip. There are double layers incorporated on the impact zones: ball of thumb, hand edge and little finger.
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=43198
BOOTS
BMW Pro Tour Boot
BMW Pro Tour Boots are comfortable, professional touring boots designed to be worn the whole year round, with maximum protection. Integrated GORE-TEX membrane ensures durable waterproofing, windproofing and high breathability. The Cordura® flex insert makes for an even more perfect fit. They're made of cowhide leather, 1.7-1.9 mm thick and are highly breathable and waterproof due to GORE-TEX® membrane and Cordura® flex insert. Has an integrated ankle protector, shin protector, toe and heel reinforcement as well.
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=44215
BMW Air Flow 2 Boot
The latest version of the AirFlow Boot maintains the properties of its predecessor making it the perfect summer riding boot. The primary difference to this boot update is that the finish of the leather is more robust, and the boot is approximately 1/2 inch taller. The AirTex® material coordinates with the BMW AirFlow suit, provides maximum ventilation possibilities and is extremely abrasion-resistant. It is equipped with ankle and shin protectors, reinforced tips and rugged cowhide material. A purely warm weather riding boot, the AirFlow 2 Ankle Boot is the perfect companion to summer riding.
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=44192
BMW Sneaker 2 Boot
The latest version of the Street Sneaker has a brand new sole design and an improved fit. The trendy and fashionable boot has the look of a casual sneaker but with the safety, design and comfort of top-grade motorcycle foot protection. The Street Sneaker 2 is the perfect boot for wear on or off the bike!
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=39098
UNDERWARE
BMW Functional Underwear
Short and Good. This almost seamless underwear offers excellent wear comfort, especially in summer and under motorcycle clothing. With its especially light Meryl® Skinlife functional fibre it is skin-friendly, breathable and quick drying.
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=44707
OTHER A&S BMW MOTORCYCLE NEWS AND EVENTS
A&S BMW Motorcycles Huge Summer Apparel Sale
Be sure to check out www.ascycles.com for all the latest details on our Huge Summer Apparel Sale! You won't want to miss this.
Andy Sills - Bonneville World Speed Record Holder is A&S BMW Motorcycle's August GaragenPartei Guest Speaker
Andy Sills and his STOCK K1200S achieved an FIM world speed record of 173.57 mph at Bonneville in 2005! He's returning this year to test his new turbo-charged K1200S in the BUB Speed Trials September 2 - 6 2007.
Be sure to attened the August GaragenPartei on the 16th of August to meet Andy, learn about his addiction to speed, riding tips, K1200S test rides and chances to win some amazing prizes. Visit our calendar at http://www.ascycles.com/calendar often for updated details and times or Megan's blog at http://www.ascycles.com/rowdygirl_says.