Learn From the B.E.S.T.

Did you know that you can attend Motorcycle Safety Training here at Cycle Center of Denton??? We have teamed up with Texas BEST Riders every weekend to bring you the very best in motorcycle courses in the Dallas Fort Worth metroplex!!! Cycle Center of Denton has a spacious conference room to host the Texas BEST Riders' Classroom course for you and all of your friends! This course provides you with all of the training needed to become certified and obtain your motorcycle license. It is also a great safety refresher if you are a little rusty. Check out the Texas Best Riders website for more course information.

Catch Some Waves!

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Get ready for Lake Season!!! The Dallas International Boat Show starts next weekend (Yep, Superbowl Weekend!) Avoid the crowd and the traffic by coming to Cycle Center of Denton and check out our selection of Kawasaki Watercrafts! We've got all models and all colors of the new 2011 Kawasaki Jet Ski!!! On top of that, we have all the fixin's to go long with your new ski! Trailers, life jackets, whistles, fire extinguishers, tie dows, covers... you name it! Cycle Center of Denton offers one of the largest personal watercraft selections in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex, so you will be sure to find one that is perfect for you and your family! Cycle Center of Denton will be offering boat show discounts for next week only starting Monday January 31st! Financing is available.

Get Out and Ride!

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Have you been outside today??? WOW! Drop what you are doing right now and go RIDE!!! This weekend's forecast is said to have some awesome weather so get out there and have some fun!

Check out The Twisted Riders new website!

Get some DIRT!!! :: Part Five

We hope you have enjoyed our Get Some Dirt mini series!

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Cycle Center of Denton is the place you will find great deals on apparel, gear, and accessories to make your motocross experience the best and most fun it can be!
Our friendly service department offers great specials especially for dirt riders on Dirt Day Thursday*, where you will receive a special rate of $75 per hour versus the regular rate of $99.
We also have a wide variety of machines so you can find the perfect one, and if you don't see it on our showroom floor, let us find it for you!
We strive to give you the best experience possible here at Cycle Center of Denton and most importantly, we want you to have the most fun you can out there in the DIRT!

*NOTE- Dirt Day Thursday expires at the end of February

They Call Me Tater...

Join us tonight for another great dinner ride!!! This time to Tater Junction in Aurora, TX with the
 Twisted Riders!!!
 If you are looking for a group to ride with, come check us out and become the next member of the Twisted Riders! All bikes and all riders welcome! No fees, just ride!

KSU at 6:00PM from Cycle Center of Denton.
We hope to see you there.

Get Some DIRT!!! :: Part Four

Now that you know what the pros ride, where to ride, and how to take care of your ride... you need to look good doing it!!!

Here are the top 5 gotta have it Motocross gear for Men and Women for 2011!!! You can get all of these awesome items at Cycle Center of Denton, Dallas Fort Worth's premier Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Polaris Motorcycle and Accessories Super Store!!!

1. Shoei VFX-W Helmet

2. Scott Recoil Pro Goggle

3. Ogio 9900 Gear Bag

4. Fox Blackout Jersey

5. Troy Lee Designs RG3995

1. Fox V1 Vortex Helmet Blk/Pnk

2. Fox Women's Blackout Jersey

3. Fox R3 Roost Protector

4. Comp 5 Boot

5. Vortex Gear Bag Blk/Pnk

Deals or More Deals!!!

Do you enjoy getting something for almost nothing?

Are you a bargain hunter, garage sale specialist, clearance crusier, penny pincher, frugal frank, or sale seaker? Whatever you prefer to call it, you will be sure to get excited about

Cycle Center of  Denton's

Close Out Corner!!!

Cycle Center of Denton has all of the cool savings!

You will find all kinds of accessories, bolt on parts, clothing, helmets, and electronics!

Check out our "Tubs of Discount Greatness!!!"

You'll find tubs with $1, $5, $10, and $20 goodies inside all ready to fill your deal searching desire!

Check out a 360 View of Cycle Center of Denton!

Get Some Dirt!!! :: Part Three

There is nothing better than a great running machine!!! Make sure you keep your Motocross bike in tip top condition in 2011 so all you'll have to worry about it having fun!

check out these cool wallpapers from Honda!

Here are the top 5 maintenance procedures you will want to perform yourself or have our outstanding service department take care of them for you!

1. Check for loose spokes and proper tire pressure, this will prevent accidental flat tires.

2. Make sure the chain is adjusted and lubed, this will keep it from binding up or breaking.

3. Clean and treat the air filter after every ride so that you don't get any dirt in your engine.

4. Wash your bike after every ride and be sure to lubricate all of the pivot points to prevent rust and corrosion.

5. Make sure you add a fuel stabilizer to prolong your fuel's life and you'll be ready to ride the next time. 

Ladies Night Jan. 19th Recap!!!

Check out this awesome spread!!!

Thanks to Kim Hassett for getting us the hook up from Target Deli!

How to pick up a bike demo, the WRONG way

We had a GREAT turn out!

How to pick up a bike demo, the RIGHT way! Get down low, sit into the bike, hold the handle bar straight, and start to lift up with your legs...

Keep it steady, the weight of the bike will start to level out...

Kick the kickstand down with your right foot and you are back up on the road ready to ride!

If the bike is on the other side be sure to put your kickstand down first!

Great job to Christie Desimone for picking up a 900 LB GOLD WING!!!

This is a great procedure to know in case you are unable to pick it up yourself and a nice passer by stops to help. Now, you can properly instruct them on how to do it safely!

Before you ride always do a visual walk around...

Check your tire pressure, turn signals, brake light, head light, tire tread, and...

Brake Pads!

It's very important to get a flash light and make sure your brake pads are good to go!

Cycle Center of Denton puts safety first and offers FREE safety checks on any machine!

Oil and Filter change demo!

1. Turn the bike on and let it get up to temp.This will make the oil easier to drain. Be sure to do this in a well ventilated area.

Kenny's Quick Tip:

Be sure to take your dip stick out FIRST and place it under the bike so you can see it...

2. Place an oil pan under the bike. Then, twist off the drain bolt... try not to drop it into the pan b/c it will be hard to fish out later. 

3. Next, use an Oil Filter Wrench to remove the filter (this is a handy tool that will make your life much easier, you can get one for under 10 bucks here at Cycle Center)

4. Allow the oil to drain as you remove the filter

5. Install a new drain bolt washer (it's a 99 cent part that will save your life!)

6. Put the cleaned off drain bolt back in. Secure it to the proper specifications per your owner's manual.

7. Prep the new filter by applying clean oil to the rubber seal and the threads using your fingers.

8. Clean the filter area, wipe a finger of clean oil around that area and screw in the filter. Remember, you only need a 1/4 turn after "hand tight"

9. Remove the oil pan out from under the bike and carefully funnel the oil back into the original container. Then, bring it to US! We will properly dispose of your oil at no charge!

10. Lastly, look under the bike. Oh look!, there's your dip stick reminding you to add oil! Carefully funnel in the oil and install the dip stick.

Always be sure to check the oil level and that you installed the items properly per your owner's

manual!

We had some great giveaways and special savings on the whole store!

Thanks to all of the Ladies who came out! We had a great time and hope you did too!

If you have any ideas, comments, or recommendations for Ladies Nights in the future we would love to hear from you!

Leave us a comment or email Kenny at kenny@cyclecenterofdenton

Check out Cycle Center of Denton's website for all of the photos from the evening!

 

Get some DIRT!!! :: Part Two

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If you live in the DFW area and are looking for some great places to ride your dirt bike, then you stopped in on the perfect day here at the Cycle Center of Denton Blog!

Check out some of these tracks and parks!

Nacona MX

DFW Adventure Park

River Valley Raceway

TMT MX Park

Oak Hill Raceway

Badlands MX Park

There are so many more! Check out this link for a map of parks and tracks.

TXTracks.com

You can also checkout

TexasOffroad.net

We want to know where you like to ride! Leave us a comment about your favorite track or park!



Get Some DIRT!!! :: Part One

Cycle Center of Denton is kicking off a 5 part mini series all about DIRT! We will be writing to you about what the pros ride, where to ride, how to keep your machine in tip top condition, apparel and gear, and of course what Cycle Center of Denton has to offer you : the dirt bike customer!

Part One: Ride what the Pros Ride!
Motocross is the one motorsport that we can start riding with the same basic machine the professional racers make their living with.  Motocross bikes are the most affordable racing machines available to us weekend warriors and enthusiast. Check out some of the NEW 2011 MOTOCROSS BIKES!

The 2011 Honda CRF250R is quieter, faster, and performance is better than ever! Here's what Honda's website has to say about it!

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"Because there’s a new 94dB exhaust rule this year, we gave the CRF250R a new muffler. But we also gave it a new ECU settings which, combined with the exhaust, gives you more usable power, especially in the midrange. It’s a win-win situation: A quieter bike and one that’s even easier to ride.

Like the CFR450R, we also gave the CRF250R a new Honda Progressive Steering Damper (HPSD) with a new, bigger 24mm piston. That gives you more damping when you need it, but still remains as transparent as ever when you don’t. Better handling, better balance, better tracking, especially at the limits of performance: the new 2011 CRF250R has it all."

If you are looking for a little more power...then try out the CRF250R's Big Brother, the all new 2011 CRF450R! Here's an overview from Honda

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Motocross is a battle, and you’d better bring your “A” game whenever you show up—either that, or be prepared to eat a bucketful of roost. But when you’re on a 2011 Honda CRF450R it’s everyone behind you who’ll be savoring that dirt-flavored banquet. Why? Because we’ve given the CRF450R some serious upgrades.

First, the 450 gets a new throttle body, new fuel injector, and new ECU mapping so the engine makes more low end and midrange torque, and also offers even better throttle response. The power is easier to control, but without any loss of top end—better than ever for intermediate and expert riders alike. And our chassis designers were just as busy, updating the CRF450R subframe and taking the opportunity to fine-tune the subframe's stiffness. A new rear shock link and lower shock mount for improved front/rear balance and better suspension action especially over square-edged bumps.

And finally, new 2011 AMA rules state that every MX bike will have to meet the new 94 decibel rule. Both our CRF450R and CRF250R do that easily, thanks to a new exhaust system that works in conjunction with the new FI settings. So while the other guys might just change a muffler, that’s just where we started. And the first time the gate drops, it’s gonna show."

Kawasaki has an all new 2011 KX450F. Check out the new mods made on this high performance machine from Kawasaki's website

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"In the 450cc motocross game, the only thing that matters to serious racers is top-tier performance and running up front. And for 2011, the best tool for the job is once again a green one – Kawasaki’s reworked and revised KX™450F. In this arena you can’t stand still technically, which is why Kawasaki engineers scrutinized every system and component of the race-winning 2010 model and came up with a host of tweaks that’ll have red, blue, orange and yellow wondering what hit ’em."

• Massively powerful engine

• Revised suspension settings

• Improved shifting performance

• Revised seat

• Refined ECU settings

• Easier fuel injection calibration system access

• Still easy to start!

Getting geared up is affordable too! Cycle Center of Denton has all the gear and bikes to fit into most any racer's budget. Come on by to Cycle Center of Denton for all your offroad riding needs!!!

We Come to You!

Make Your Appointment TODAY!!!

 Too cold to ride? Don't have time to bring your motorcycle, ATV, or Utility Vehicle to Cycle Center of Denton's Service Department? How about we come to you! If your motorcycle, ATV, or Utility vehicle is due for service or routine scheduled maintenance, give us a call or send us an email and we will make an appointment to pick up your machine starting now and through the end of January. Once your service is completed we will schedule an appointment to deliver it right back to you.

Offer applies to those residing in Denton county.



Cycle Center of Denton's State of the Art Service Department!



Introducing The Twisted Riders!!!

If you are looking for a fun and spirited ride group then the Twisted Riders is where you need to be! No fees required, all you need to do is have a passion for riding and show up! The Twisted Riders have teamed up with Cycle Center of Denton as their home base and meeting point for all rides and events. Any and all bikes are welcome and all skill levels are encouraged. 

Join the Twisted Riders for a Sunday ride to the Times Forgotten Steak House in Nacona, TX. Be sure to have all the appropriate gear, a full tank of gas, and bring your friends!

 To learn more about the Twisted Riders click here to visit their website. Sign up to become a member of the page so you can access ride calendars and be contacted for events! We hope to see you there!

                                                                                                                  

Snow Day on the All New 2011 Polaris Ranger RZR 900 XP!!!



Click Here to visit Polaris' Website

If you live the the DFW area then you probably had some snow yesterday! Cycle Center of Denton sure did! It's always fun playing in the snow, constructing a snowman, and creating a make shift sled for down hill racing! To add to that list, it would have been even more fun playing in the snow on the all new 2011 Polaris Ranger RZR 900 XP! Cycle Center of Denton is taking deposits right now so you can be one of the first owners of the all new extreme performance machine! The all new 2011 Ranger RZR 900 XP is on rush order and should be making it's debut at Cycle Center of Denton very soon! So stay tuned for updates!!!

Dinner Ride This Wednesday!

Join Cycle Center of Denton for the FIRST Dinner Ride of 2011 on Wednesday January 12th!

We will be riding to Yucatan Taco Stand in Southlake.

Be there wearing your appropriate gear and have a full tank of gas ready to ride. 

KSU at 6:00pm!

Don't forget there might be some prizes to those who attend!

Get Out on the Highway!

Cycle Center of Denton wants to know what's on your playlist when you are out on the open road!
Here are a few of our employee's favorite tunes to cruise too...

Kenny- "Cold Shot" Stevie Ray Vaughn
Jason- "Like a G6" Far East Movement
Shawn- "Down with the Sickness" Disturbed
Paul- "Hot Like Sauce" DJ Pretty Lights
Lee- Finger 11 


Become a follower and leave a comment with your favorite open road song!

Don't forget to become a follower of Cycle Center of Denton's Blog! We will be posting giveaways in the near future and the only way to win is to be a follower!

This Just In...!

Cycle Center of Denton just got in the NEW

2011 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero!

The word Vaquero is from Spanish origin meaning

 "cowboy" or "heardsman"

Check out the specs from Kawasaki's Website! 

Come by Cycle Center of Denton and see it for yourself!!!

Help Wanted!!! Service Manager Position!!!

Cycle Center of Denton is looking for a new Service Manager! Some experience required in either the motorcycle or car industry. If you know someone or yourself is looking for a fun filled job at a family owned and operated dealership, come by and talk to Kenny!

Contact Cycle Center of Denton at 940-387-3885 or Email Kenny at Kenny@cyclecenterofdenton.com

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The Last Supper ... Ride of 2010

Cycle Center of Denton hosted the last dinner ride for 2010 on Wednesday December 29th, and it was a big hit! We went to Lucy's Moms on Main Street in Old Town Aubrey, TX.

We had some new faces, Thanks for coming out!

Great Food and Free Stuff from Cycle Center of Denton!

I hope everyone had a great time!

Join us on the first Dinner Ride of 2011 on January 12th, KSU at 6:00pm. We will be riding to Yucatan Taco Stand in Southlake. See you there!



Introducing Cycle Center of Denton: The Blog!

Welcome to Cycle Center of Denton's official BLOG!!! Cycle Center of Denton welcomes you to start following us so that you can find out what is going on in the Motorcycle and ATV world around Denton Texas.  How about a little bit about us...Cycle Center of Denton is a family owned and operated Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Polaris ATV,  Motorcycle and Utility Vehicle Powersports superstore.  We are located just north of the Dallas Metroplex.  Cycle Center of Denton prides itself that we are one of the only multi-line motorcyle, atv and utility vehicle dealerships in the North Texas area.  Make sure you make it a point to check us out, in 2010 we relocated to our new 30,000 sq. ft. mega store.  We have everything related to the powersports industry under one roof.  Cycle Center of Denton also offers a state of the art service center.  The Service department is one of the largest in the Dallas Fort Worth Area accommodating up to 15 bikes at one time.  Not only does Cycle Center of Denton work on your  Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Polaris....Cycle Center of Denton will take care of all your maintenance if you ride a Yamaha!  Make sure you check back often, as you are sure to find some great ideas as well as some super savings!!! Follow us today and share with your friends....it is the right thing to do!!!

"Keep the shinny side up and the rubber side down!"
Kenny