Big spenders, start your engines.
The roaring sound of motorcycle engines have been calling out to big spenders. After slower growth during the recession, sales are turning around and efforts to coax more women into the category are gaining traction.
Harley-Davidson [HOG 43.17 1.30 (+3.1%) ] reported Tuesday morning that it swung back into the black, with earnings that topped Wall Street estimates on a 12-percent increase in sales. President and CEO Keith Wandell says the growing sales in the U.S. reflect improved confidence among American consumers.
Iconic Italian motorbike brand Ducati unveils its 'Monster' model M795 this month during the 11th Auto Expo 2012.
Rival Ducati, whose bikes also have a hefty price tag, reported sales increased 43 percent in North America last year. The record sales also had another distinction, North America became Ducati's largest global market — the first-time ever its home market of Italy was trumped....more