Saxon Motorcycles Europe obtains European Type approval

Bergen op Zoom, THE NETHERLANDS – March 2007. Representatives of Saxon Motorcycles Europe proudly announced that they have obtained the European Type approval. The motorcycles now are approved in conformity with the strict European standards on safety, emission and sound. Therefore all bikes of Saxon Motorcycles Europe are now “road legal” and can be put on licence by the dealers in every country of the European Union (EU). This certificate is also accepted by Switzerland.

“We are very glad that we have been able to obtain the approval in such a short period of time which was a huge challenge” says Frank Vermeulen co-founder of Saxon Motorcycles Europe. “Now we can make our lineup available in our dealers showrooms this selling season” adds Rinke Andringa, co-founder.

The Type approval has been granted for the two European models, Warlord and Firestorm. The Warlord is a real rebellious US Highneck Chopper and the FireStorm is a long and low Pro-street in the low rider style. Both models come standard with a two-year unlimited mileage warranty, 96” (1566cc) S&S engine, 260 rear tire, right side drive transmission and softail®-style frame. The bikes have been designed with a good sense of detail and ergonomics. “The bikes not only look great, but they’re extremely comfortable and well balanced” said Rinke Andringa.

“Obtaining European Type approval is a huge accomplishment for Saxon” says David Schwam, vice president of sales and marketing of Saxon Motorcycle Company USA. “The team at New Rebel (Saxon Europe) has worked tirelessly to allow us to become one of the first American made production custom motorcycles available in Europe and we are convinced that they will do a great job of upholding our commitment to customer service and dealer support.”

Saxon Motorcycles Europe is currently in the process of establishing leading dealers in different countries in Europe. Soon the bikes can be found in the showrooms of dealers.

Saxon Motorcycles Europe has been founded in January 2006, by Frank Vermeulen and Rinke Andringa, with the goal to provide the European market with American custom bikes and accessories. They want to give people the opportunity to escape from their “ordinary” lives and create a feeling of freedom and fun. Saxon Motorcycle Company is one of the first American custom motorcycles producers with the European Type approval.