Serving motorcycle enthusiasts for over 50 years

STAR STAFF – After undergoing extensive renovations, Ottawa’s oldest and best motorcycle and ATV dealership is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a bigger and brighter showroom with bikes from Yamaha, Suzuki, CF Moto and KTM.

Founded by Fred Kolman in 1972, Wheelsport was originally located at Blair and Montreal Road. When Fred’s son Jim took over in 2000, they moved the dealership to its current location.

Over the years they have become the go to dealer in Orléans and Ottawa in general for off-road, adventure and motocross enthusiasts. In fact, both Jim and his son Benjamin compete in off-road and motocross events on a regular basis, so they know what they are talking about.

Located at 1390 Youville Dr., Wheelsport is Canada’s first full-line KTM dealer which includes the KTM, Husqvarna and GasGas brands of off-road and motocross bikes. They also carry the complete line of CF Moto bikes, starting with their 300NK entry level model up to their 650cc Adeventura and 700cc Sport bikes.

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned veteran, Wheelsport has the perfect motorcycle to suit your needs and abilities. They also buy and sell used motorcycles and ATVs and they carry a large selection of apparel and accessories on the newly renovated second floor.

Besides motorcycles, Wheelsport sells ATVs and side-by-sides by CF Moto Yamaha and Suzuki. In fact, that side of the business has experienced tremendous growth over the past couple of years. Offroading has become a highly popular past-time, especially during the pandemic when everyone had to social distance.

Another area of growth over the past five to 10 years has been in the female market. Jim Kolman says the dealership has seen a significant increase in female customers.

“The number of women who have gotten into motorcycling has really grown, especially in Orléans,” says Kolman, adding that the dealerships have several models in their inventory aimed specifically at the women’s market.

Besides selling motorcycles and ATVs,

Wheelsport also has a large parts and service department. In fact, they can service virtually any make and model. With eight technicians on staff, they can take care of your motorcycle, ATV or scooter in an efficient and timely manner, so you can get back to the powersports activities you enjoy.

To find out more about visit their website at wheelsport.ca, or visit them on Facebook at facebook.com/wheelsport.ca.