Exciting Changes Happening At Thunderbird Harley-Davidson

PRLog (Press Release) - Aug. 15, 2012 - It’s an exciting time at Thunderbird Harley-Davidson! The store is expanding to accommodate the needs of their customers, a Rider’s Edge program has been launched, and a new General Manager, Sean Delaney, has officially joined the team.

Delaney joins Thunderbird from Naples Harley-Davidson in Florida, another Scott Fischer Enterprises’ store, where he has been General Manager for three years. Over the past three years, Sean has improved customer satisfaction scores to the top 10% of Harley-Davidson dealerships in the nation, received the Gold Bar & Shield Award in 2010 and the Silver Bar & Shield Award in 2011. Committed to excellence and community support, he plans to carry this on in his new position at Thunderbird Harley-Davidson. Glo Cuiffi, the outgoing General Manager will remain with Scott Fischer Enterprises and is moving back to Florida to act as the company’s COO.

Another major addition, Rider’s Edge Academy of Motorcycling new riders training program has officially launched at the store as well. Rider’s Edge teaches riding techniques and safety in a course that combines time-tested curriculum of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation with hands-on expert instruction and a real-road experience on the new riding range.

There are two types of classes being offered, the beginner’s riding course (BRC) and the skilled rider’s course (SRC). The courses are specifically designed for each level of rider and, combined with the time-tested curriculum of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation these courses offer hands-on expert instruction and a real-road experience for every level of rider. Each course provides time for range riding exercises and classroom instruction in safe street strategies.

Courses will be offered twice a week at the store on Mondays and Thursdays. The cost of the course is $249 (plus tax) and includes the use of a 492cc Buell® Blast® bike and a DOT approved helmet. Upon successful completion of both a written and a riding evaluation, students will receive an MSF completion card. The completion card allows riders to get their endorsement and get out on the road with no further testing required.

For more information on the Rider’s Edge® courses and to register online visit http://www.thunderbirdhd.com/miscpage_007.asp. Call Rider Services directly at (505) 856-1600 or email Leanne at leannee@sfe-us.com.

Part of the store expansion, a new parking lot has been added and a track that has recently been completed for the new Rider’s Edge Program. Other exciting changes are also planned for the store in the fall and wintertime.

ABOUT THUNDERBIRD HARLEY-DAVIDSON
Located at 5000 Alameda Boulevard in Albuquerque, Thunderbird Harley-Davidson has a strong commitment to motorcycle safety as well as the community. For more information on this event or other local Harley activities, please call (505) 856-1600 or visit http://www.ThunderbirdHD.com.

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