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If Your Ever In Billings,Montana

// August 10th, 2009 // Comments Off // Big JimmyK's Blog

I spent my Sunday this week on a little excursion to Billings, Mt and spent most of the day just looking at new construction and all the changes that have taken place in this city over the past few years. My goal at the end of the day was to find a nice little restaurant to have a quite dinner with my daughter and her boyfriend. To my surprise we drove to downtown Billings and low and behold on Broadway I spot these sidewalk tables in front of this quaint little place called Bin 119, what an experience. This place has a New York  feel with the most amazing interior I have seen in Billings to date. After some research I find that this establishment is owned by a couple of young ladies who are experts in wine and apparently design. This is a quest for them into being the first beer and wine restaurant in Billings and I must say they have pulled it off nicely. My meal was excellent as well as all who were with me, the price was reasonable and the atmosphere was beyond belief, their selection of spirits was that of obvious expertise and our waitress was very friendly and accommodating. I felt comfortable and happy to be there and these days I believe that warrants recognition. So next time you visit Billings Montana do yourself a favor and venture downtown to Bin 119 I know you will enjoy it as much as I did.

2009 5TH ANNUAL BEARTOOTH KAWASAKI FORUM REUNION

// July 15th, 2009 // Comments Off // Big JimmyK's Blog

We just finished our 5th annual Beartooth Kawasaki Forum Reunion this past weekend and what a great time we had. We have riders from all over the U.S that make the trek each year to spend time and ride with folks they have met on the www.kawasakimotorcycle.org riders forum. This year we had several of the administrators and moderators from the forum make the trip to Red Lodge Montana to participate in the festivities along with several members. This group boosts my faith in humanity these people are the salt of the earth. It does my heart good to see so many so willing to befriend and help other people. All year long the forum members get to know each other, share riding experiences and riding knowledge with each other and truly become life long friends. In this case the internet is simply amazing how it brings these people together. This year on our Beartooth Kawasaki night we had dinner catered by Famous Daves out of Billings then we were lucky enough to have the Munirah Belly Dancers perform to a very appreciative audience, not something you would normally see at a biker rally however this isn’t a typical biker rally. Singer songwriter Dennis Erickson also performed with several original songs that are of a very impressive nature this guy writes first class music. Taking the stage at 8:00 was the BTK Forum Band or the”Houndogs” playing a variety of  Classic Rock, Country, R&B. everyone danced and had a great time , ending the evening was a performance from forum member Scotty Luv with some 80’s rock and then on to the campfire sing along! We are all looking forward to next year and thanks to all who made the trip!

Top seller so far, KLR 650

// June 28th, 2009 // Comments Off // Big JimmyK's Blog

At our dealership Beartooth Kawasaki so far this season the 2009 KLR650 seems to be the top seller! We have sold several Vulcan 900’s but the KLR 650 is taking the cake. I believe folks are really concentrating on dual purpose as the dirt bike category seems none existent. I read an article that supports my theory that across the nation dirt bikes are way off, cruisers are soft but dual sport are up. I sometimes wish I had a crystal ball, sure would make things easier. I will say we anticipated that dual sport would be hot so we have several in stock. Every once in a while it’s good to feel like you have a small grip on the market movement. Rebates change the 1st of July and we hope they keep  going,  it has been good for the consumer as well as helping dealers deplete some inventory! Now is the time to buy. Have a great ride.

Why It’s A Buyers Market For Power-sports!

// June 20th, 2009 // Comments Off // Big JimmyK's Blog

Right now is the perfect time to buy if you are in the market! Most dealers are heavy with inventory, manufacturers are offering unbelievable rebates! Every dealer knows that right behind summer comes winter and as we are in the midst of the summer selling season sales have been moderate. Due to consumer confidence in the rebound of the economy it has forced many dealers to rethink selling strategy. Be careful of added fees, always get the out the door price and ask if they have a document fee before you purchase. A document fee is nothing more then added profit, thats all! Shop around, I can’t imagine a dealer turning down a reasonable offer. Just remember power-sport dealers do not have a huge mark up from invoice to M.S.R.P. so make sure it is a reasonable offer. Feel good about the people you purchase from make sure they aren’t in it for the one time sale. Happy buying and enjoy the summer

Big Jimmy

The Adventures Of A Incurable Optimist !

// May 8th, 2009 // Comments Off // Big JimmyK's Blog

I watched this special with Michael J. Fox last night and I was taken back by what an impact in had on me. At a time like this in our nation where it is very easy to let our minds slip into some serious stinking thinking this show was an uplifting experience. Here is a man that has a progressive debilitating disease airing a special to lift Americas spirits and help us to see the good in everything we do. The optimist, he showed the optimistic people from our country as well as some overseas. We need more of this type of programming, this is stuff we are all made of if we aren’t led down the path of over looking the good that is out there. Everyday is a wonderful day and we can find good every where if we just look past the stuff that the news media is convinced makes good programming. I was also very impressed with the number of americans that volunteer their time to help fellow man. We are a nation with many people who will lend a hand to a neighbor or give their time to help people in need. I once heard that if we all just did one thing good for mankind per day we could change the whole planet. One good deed per day is not hard we just need to be aware. Have a great day America!

Oh How I Love Summer!

// April 11th, 2009 // Comments Off // Big JimmyK's Blog

As we approach the beginning of what we hope to be a very busy summer, I can’t help but get excited. Summer in Montana is never taken for granted, with it being very short in comparison to most places we enjoy every single day. The tough part if there is one is trying to squeeze all of the events and activities into a short period. Concerts, motorcycle rallies, family gatherings, vacations wow it is just a blur and time passes very fast. Montana and especially Red Lodge is a beautiful summer destination, medium temperatures, mountains, water, trees, camping I can’t think a place I would rather be in the summer. As a Montana native I feel very lucky but as I get older I will admit a winter get away is in order. This year we hope to be able to spend some of our winter in a little warmer climate, good for the soul and the bones however I won’t be gone long before I start to hear the call of my great home state and all it has to offer. We hope as you ponder about a destination you would like to travel to that you keep us in mind, we would love to share our little bit of heaven with you and I know it will become a regular stop if you give a try. Enjoy your summer and we hope to see you!

The World Needs Good News!

// April 3rd, 2009 // Comments Off // Big JimmyK's Blog

I just feel the need to say something positive! I challenge our media to take a positive stance on our current economic situation. We know things are very tough for many people and it is forcing many changes in peoples lives.  I learned this lesson from my son, change is good even though at the time it happens it doesn’t seem that way. We need to remember that everyday is a good day and if we didn’t face some adversity life would be boring. We will recover from this downturn as we always do and just like all of the great technology that we acquired from the tech bubble we will have better ideas from this as well. Hopefully we will finally move to better uses of energy, update our grids for delivery and make the move into the future that we desperately need to be competitive in the World. I maintain that if the media would spend one week on being positive we would see a much quicker recovery. The word of the day is think positive, it makes us more creative!

Spring Deals!

// March 21st, 2009 // Comments Off // Big JimmyK's Blog

Every spring Kawasaki comes out with factory rebates to help stimulate sales of holdover models. This spring is no different and they have added rebates on the Kawasaki Mule Utility and the Teryx 750, I know I have mentioned this before but the rebates coupled with Kawasaki finance as well as the need to reduce inventory has made spring at Beartooth Kawasaki a buyers dream. We literally are geared up to make deals that could never before be made. At Beartooth Kawasaki the price quoted is the price you pay, no document fee’s, no sales tax, no freight and setup charges, no B.S. just everyday low prices with Kawasaki rebates. So take the Beartooth Kawasaki challenge, call us at 1-800-556-3098 and ask about our discount pricing and I know you will not be able to beat the deal!

The New 2009 Kawasaki KLR 650

// March 14th, 2009 // Comments Off // Big JimmyK's Blog

This motorcycle has been our flagship at Beartooth Kawasaki. We are in the right area for this motorcycle to really stand out as a great way to enjoy both on and off road riding. I have customers who have ridden this bike across the whole USA and Canada touring and exploring. The price range is unbelievable on this motorcycle for a minimum amount of money you can get the maximum amount of riding enjoyment. We have found that many of our Cruiser riders have a KLR 650 in their garage. This is a bike you can jump on and do some serious trail riding after work or spend a weekend in the mountains and when your done feel free to put some highway miles on this bike like maybe 3000 that’s right this bike is also a very comfortable bike for touring. So check out this bike for some summer fun and see our video about our Crazy Deal Of The week on this bike, only $5399.00 to have an experience of a life time.

Stano Bustos Memorial Foundation

// March 12th, 2009 // Comments Off // Big JimmyK's Blog

 The Stano Bustos Memorial Foundation is another shining example of people helping people. In our community we lost one of our greatest citizens. He was a single guy who always put his community first, he loved where he lived and the people who lived in the community. He helped raise the youth even though he didn’t have children of his own. He gave of his time to teach skiing to the kids, always was first on the scene at a benefit or fund raiser. The Stano Bustos Memorial Foundation was established to keep his memory alive and what he stood for. The Foundation raises funds to give back to the community through scholarships for the kids, boys and girls club, funeral expenses for victims, child services, hospital foundation, ski programs and many other community needs. The 2009 Event will take place this July 25th at Bueg’s Riding Arena in Red Lodge, Montana and will feature a premier regional band Billy Waldo and the Flying Grizzlies with opening act to be determined. If your in the area we would love to have you attend. For information go to www.stanobustos.com .