Bikers love their rides, and if a biker could get hauled to the cemetery by a motorcycle, I’m sure it would be appreciated.
Some motorcycle shops are now realizing there is a new market niche that they can fulfill. The Tombstone Hearse Co. that takes a 19th Century hearse and pulls it with a motorcycle. Black Diamond offers the service for about $400 while Mid Atlantic charges $795, and Road King features a sidecar for the newly departed, so their significant other can ride along.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Motorcycle Funeral Coaches
- The rise of motorcycle funeral coaches creates an opportunity for motorcycle shops to diversify their services and reach a new market niche.
- Biker Funeral Industry
- The biker funeral industry could become a potential disruptive innovation opportunity with the introduction of motorcycle funeral coaches, leading to a unique and distinct funeral experience for bikers.
- Custom Hearse Design
- There is an opportunity for designers or manufacturers to develop custom hearse designs that cater to the growing demand for motorcycle funeral coaches.
Where This Applies
- Funeral Services
- The funeral service industry could benefit from offering motorcycle funeral coaches service, attracting new clients and providing a unique end-of-life experience.
- Motorcycle Industry
- The motorcycle industry has an opportunity to expand their business by providing custom-built funeral coaches that cater to the growing demand for alternative funeral transport methods.
- Tourism Industry
- The tourism industry can benefit from offering motorcycle funeral coach tours in popular tourist destinations - offering visitors a unique cultural experience while honoring the deceased in a memorable and respectful way.
