Dealer Expo 2009 – Joel Martin speaks on Taiwanese products

Mon, Mar 23, 2009

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Went to Indi again this year; didn’t get to roam the floor as much as I would have liked. Luckily I brough along Casey and absorbed the best of the show via brain dump. The only symposium I really wanted to attend was the Taiwan Dealer Expo Symposium. I, unfortunately, was tied up during the event, but I got a glimps of the event courtsey of guest speaker Joel Martin of MRP fame and his published YouTube video. Here’s the info from the video’s info box:
Watch as we talk about the latest news, sales events, and industry happenings at the Dealer Expo. Guest speaker Joel Martin from MRP.

We do more than just sell parts our company is dedicated to helping stores stay in business.
From our articles, to TV appearances, to our advice we help stores. For over 8 years MRP has been dedicated to helping store owners learn, educate, and help consumers.
There is more to it than just selling bikes and thats where MRP comes in. Call it a lifestyle or selling the passion that brought you to motorcycling or scooters.

When it comes to Parts and MRP, we are the only WHOLESALE only parts company in the USA
-Thats right everyone else owns a store and competes with the dealers on Ebay or online, MRP is dedicated to making sure stores make money in the store and online. Our catalog is dealer only and our advice for stores is only for stores to stay in business and make money.
To find out more about MRP and how we can help your dealer meetings visit us at www.mrp-speed.com

Thanks for sharing that video! I have to agree that Taiwan is producing some of the most competitive scooters available today. Three cheers for quality, affordability and reliability!

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6 Responses to “Dealer Expo 2009 – Joel Martin speaks on Taiwanese products”

  1. massimo Says:

    that is most cool and awesome thing i ever seen in my lifes. i never know that paranormal expert makes business in moto world. i read his book Haunting of Presidents, is very good!

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  2. Jeffraham Prestonian Says:

    Choppy!
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  3. Anonymous Says:

    How can you take a man seriously who does not know how to tie a tie properly? Douchebag.

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  4. JOEL @ MRP Says:

    Actually I was itchy so I let it loose, but I’m glad people look at me so closely.

    Thanks Steve for posting this. I started at 6 with an ATV 70cc from Honda. So I can say that in 30 years I’ve been riding almost my entire life. Probably tried more bikes than most people who are out there.

    I’ve seen all the sides from a consumer, as a retailer, distributor, importer so I think I can share my opinion and help educate people. I’ve met CEOs from Japan to Italy from Aprilia to Zongshen the whole alphabet so whenever I can share some info on the industry or what I see happening I do my best.

    It was a good forum, sometimes the line between consumer / enthusiast gets blurred because most consumers don’t know all the issues between distributors / OEM and the stores. I try to help out as much as I can but there is a limit when you are running a business or being an industry professional.

    This is a great enthusiast site and the fact that I consider Steve an industry insider and professional now he’s opinion is even more respected since he’s been on the other side of the coin.

    I think a lot of companies would benefit from talking to people like Steve and getting their feedback on the market needs. Even the bigger companies like Honda or Yamaha that could really make a difference in the US market. There should be better forums out there for these voices to be heard at a more professional level.

    Joel @ MRP

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  5. Anonymous Says:

    AVOID MRP!!!! They suck…. ask any dealer out there that has dealt with them!!!

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  6. ScooterScoop Says:

    Hey Massimo! Um, I think that’s the wrong Joel Martin. Sorry.

    JP! Yeah, the video had some choppy parts. Good video on YouTube can be an art in itself! If you don’t get it right, it’s painful.

    Anon#1 and #2
    OUCH guys! That’s pretty harsh.
    The first one we can fix with this:
    http://tinyurl.com/howtotie

    The second one is more complex. The only way that can be fixed is if dealers take the time to write in and let ‘em know what’s wrong. I hate to see anyone not get a fair shake. You can even send the suggestions to me and I’ll send them to MRP anonymously for you. I haven’t personally done business with Joel, but he knows the industry and I enjoy chatting with the guy. Just putting the offer out there. Thanks to everyone for chiming in!

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