Nov-Dec 2006
Rucker Performance announces that the factory has been designated as a Pro Tuning Center
Iron Horse
Nov-Dec 2006 – Rucker Performance announces that the factory has been designated as a Pro Tuning Center by achieving certification in both S&S VFI (Variable Fuel Injection) and Sidewinder Training from S&S Cycle.
Rucker Performance is one of the top dealer centers in the United States wit the S&S VFI certification. Rucker Performance Factory Manager and Director of R&D Jason Delago attended a five-day school for Sidewinder training for all S&S engines and VFI training. Technician Travis Gray received his Sidewinder certification also. With this advanced training and expertise, Rucker Performance is qualified to work on all engines equipped with S&S fuel injection as well as the full line of S&S engines. The experienced Rucker Performance staff has the capability to use the Pro Tune software and the SuperFlow dynamometer
"The S&S Sidewinder and VFI certifications represent the highest level of commitment and training at Rucker Performance," said Bill Rucker, President of Rucker Performance. "With the introduction of the new fuel-injected Assassin in our production line , it is critical for us to have a team of trained and certified technicians."
The VFI training includes an in-depth classroom session that prepares students for live motorcycle tuning with S&S Pro Tune II software and follows with an all –day session on the SuperFlow dyno to put what is learned in place. By completing both aspects of the training at the LaCrosse, WI., S&S facility, Rucker Performance is certified to work on all S&S fuel-injection systems.
"Having known Bill ever since I entered the v-twin industry, there was no doubt he would want to be one of the first dealers to become as S&S Pro Tuning Center and his people are always cutting edge," said S&S President Brett Smith. "My only disappointment, and Bill's as well, is that S&S is not quite ready to provide training and certification for our Proven Performance Warranty Centers. Once we’re ready for that, Rucker Performance will be one of the very first such centers and will service the critical Dallas/Fort Worth area for us."
About S&S
S&S Cycle has been a leading manufacturer of Proven Performance V-Twin motorcycle components and engines for over 45 years. George Smith and Stanley Stankos founded the company in 1958 in Blue Island, Illinois. Shortly after the founding of S&S, George, and his wife Marjorie (whose maiden name was also Smith), bought out Stanley Stankos and Smith and Stankos became Smith and Smith (S&S). In 1969, S&S moved from Blue Island to Viola, Wisconsin and expanded to LaCrosse, WI. In 2004. This 3rd generation business supplies components and/or engine to several large custom OE’s (see the S&S website for a listing).
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