National Motorcycle Museum Closing

[Grumpy Goat]

Grumpy..., no need to be so,..., uh..., grumpy. Us really old guys will tell you, these things go in cycles. I
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We're simply going through a period of insufficient small displacement models to attract the next generation, but I believe those models and riders will develop before you retire. My son in China is a good example - currently owning a couple push bikes, an e-bike, and a sporty electric motorcycle. No car.

The SARS-CoV-2 virus nailed businesses as it did people. Wouldn't be surprised if a miracle occurred in Iowa..., unless there's more money to made in selling off the bikes to collectors.

Hehehe ... sorry if my piece came off as grumpy as I can assure you I was not when I wrote it. More like pessimistic when it comes to the future of the motorcycling industry as apparent enthusiasm fades. I think that there will indeed be more small displacement models coming on the market though, as more people see the benefit of lighter more efficient engines in middleweight machines. Cost also will play a significant role in this as well. That said I think that true growth will be in markets other than in North America.