Curtiss Motorcycles Company Stock

Curtiss Motorcycles Company, Inc. engages in the design and assembly of heavyweight motorcycles geared for high net worth customers.

The company offers three models, known as the X132 Hellcat Speedster, the Limited Edition P51 Combat Fighter (pre-production), and the Wraith Tandem Lusso. The X132 Hellcat Speedster began production in 2014. The P51 Combat Fighter is scheduled to start production in July 2015 with 31 units being produced. The Wraith Tandem Lusso is scheduled to begin production in early 2016.

X132 Hellcat Motorcycle Line

The company offers a third generation of its Hellcat line known as the X132 Hellcat Speedster. This design incorporates absolute chassis and power train rigidity along with complete resistance to core fatigue. For the X132 Hellcat line, the company has developed a new unitized power train casing, which is precision carved from a 400 pound block of 6061 aircraft grade aluminum. A strategic alliance between S&S Cycle and the company has yielded a new motor providing maximum off-idle broadband torque delivery.

Motorcycle Related Products

In addition to the company’s motorcycles, it offers various wearing apparel and other related accessories displaying the Confederate name. These products are marketed through the company’s online Website.

Business Strategy

The company’s business strategy includes strengthening its position in its core market; strengthening its distribution network; developing its Internet business; marketing activities and brand development; media; and manufacturing and suppliers.

Research and Development

During the year ended December 31, 2014, the company spent $215,541 on research and development related to development of new motorcycle models.

Trademarks and Trade Names

The company holds various federal trade names used in its business, including Hellcat, Confederate, Fighter, Bohemian, D'Orleans, El Bandito, Rake, Renovatio, Curtiss, Copperhead, Hellrider, and Art of Rebellion. The company also holds a patent (U.S. Patent No. 5,857,538 issued on January 12, 1999) for the frame rigidity of its motorcycles. The company also has Website URLs for Confederate.com and Workandcycle.com.

Competition

The company’s principal competitors are Harley-Davidson, Inc. of the United States, as well as three European manufacturers, such as Ducati Motor Holding S.p.a., Triumph Motorcycles, and The BMW Group.

History

Curtiss Motorcycles Company, Inc. was founded in 1991.