ALL THINGS WHEEL
Dubya USA founders John & Kristin Anderson have one goal: to provide the best quality wheels in the business. Starting in the early 90s when Tom began importing Talon Hubs. After selling White Brothers, in 2008, Talon no longer had a distribution channel in the United States. That’s when Tom’s daughter Kristin and husband John Anderson stepped in, starting Dubya USA. A play off the letter “W” found in the family name, Dubya USA became the exclusive U.S. importer of Talon in 2011 & signed on to be the exclusive importer of Kite. Based in Southern California, the Dubya USA team is dedicated to providing the best possible experience for every customer, which includes quick turn around on all wheel sets and custom orders!
TRIED & TRUE
Regardless of the role or position the Dubya USA team are a unified team. Team effort & solid attitude while working together makes the Dubya USA team a successful one in ‘All things wheel’. Whether answering phones, processing orders, lacing & truing or shipping orders, the Dubya USA team is based on cooperation & collaboration of the entire team in all aspects. The love of all things 2 wheels with a family history embedded in the motorcycle industry, Dubya USA and all of its employees share a true passion for what they do & the work they complete. Each wheel set is hand crafted and assembled by a team of highly trained wheel technicians, but the level of care & precision on each wheel set & custom orders isn’t complete until the customers wheel orders are on their way to you. Dubya USA prides itself on excellent customer service, product expertise and a business dynamic that is tried & true.
THANK YOU
After celebrating a ‘Decade of Dubya’ we wanted to express our Sincere Thanks for your Support & Trust in DUBYA. To our Media & Race Team Partnerships, the opportunity to work with so many amazing Athletes, Team Personnel & Journalists in the MC Industry… Thank you. When Kristin & I were presented the opportunity to start our own company we were both excited & nervous at the same time, but we took the many lessons we learned from working at White Brothers for so many years & working alongside so many great people, we thought if we applied these lessons to running Dubya then we would have a good chance at succeeding. The Dubya Team is an incredible bunch of guys & girls and we know that we couldn’t do what we do without them. But most importantly without the support from you, our Customers and Dealers, none of this would be possible. So whether you’re a Racer, Recreational rider or just an enthusiast of all things motorcycles, we hope you continue to enjoy your passion for Riding & motorcycles. On behalf of Kristin and I, along with our Team we Thank You!
TOM WHITE / 1949 - 2017
Tom was raised near the ocean in Huntington Beach, California, where he grew up surfing before discovering his life-long passion: motorcycles. He soon found his niche in flat track racing, eventually earning national number 80 as a professional. In 1976, White founded Tom White’s Cycle Specialties, which would later become White Brothers Cycle Specialties when White partnered with his twin brother, Dan. Over the next 25 years, White Brothers would grow into a nearly $40 million-a-year company that employed nearly 200 employees at its peak. White sold White Brothers in 2000, and turned his attention towards restoring and collecting vintage motocross bikes.
Over the next decade, White’s collection grew to over 170 motorcycles, including a variety of unique models from brands such as Husqvarna, CZ, Maico, Bultaco, BSA, and others. White believed his efforts were but one piece of a greater industry initiative to ensure the history and legacy of motorcycle racing in the United States remained intact and relevant for future generations of racers and fans. White’s Early Years of Motocross Museum, located on his family’s private property in Orange County, California, is not open to the public, but it has played host to motorcycle industry events including product launches, professional racing media gatherings, as well as numerous charity fundraising efforts.
In addition to his role as a motorcycle historian, White discovered another passion over the past few decades: announcing motorcycle races. White became the announcer of the weekly REM motocross series at Glen Helen Raceway in San Bernardino, California, one of his greatest joys. In 2017, White was honored with a monument along Glen Helen’s Walk of Fame. White also served as the announcer for many professional races throughout the United States, reveling in the thrill of all disciplines of motorcycle racing. In 2014, White was inducted into the AMA Hall of Fame. And in 2018, White is due to receive the prestigious Dick Hammer lifetime achievement award from the Southern California Trailblazers Motorcycle Club.
“While we mourn the loss of an incredible human being, we also celebrate his life, his achievements, his passion for motorcycles, and his love of friends and family,” says the White family. “We hope that Tom’s life story serves as inspiration to everyone that fierce determination and good will can yield a life extraordinarily well lived.”
Tom White passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his family, along with several of his favorite motorcycles. He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, dear friends, and motorcycle enthusiasts around the world.
“One of Tom White’s great strengths was that he always led with goodwill. He never lost the pure joy of motorcycling — inclusive of the people, culture, machines and history, about all of which he was incredibly knowledgeable.”
“When Tom White passed last week, he left behind a void that may never be filled. Tom was the embodiment of all that is good about motorcycling. For nearly two decades, Tom has been our sport’s most eloquent ambassador, articulate spokesman, dedicated caregiver and enthusiastic fan. There are many talented people whose contributions collectively shape our little two-wheeled universe, but no one gives back to the sport the way that “Non-Stop Tom” did. The legacy he left behind will somewhat temper and mask the impact of his loss to the industry, but nothing can replace the man in the minds and hearts of those who knew him.
You are special to me, too, buddy and I’m forever grateful to you for showing all of us what a real man can be.”
Discover Tom Whites lifelong passion for motorcycles. Visit ‘Early Years of Motocross’ website and see how he turned his attention towards restoring and collecting vintage motocross bikes.
