Florence Motorsports Staff
Our Staff
Chris Kempton
PARTS MANAGER
Name Chris Kempton
Title PARTS MANAGER
Chris started working at Florence Motorsports in 2019. He brought with him versitality and a wide range of skills to add to the team. Chris is a hands on guy with a background in Welding and Automotive services.
Chris grew up riding and loves all things Motorcycle. Enduro, Motocross, Cruiser, Adventure, Super sport, 2 stroke, 4 stroke...... if it has two wheels he's a happy guy. Chris has many different hobbies, but you are most likely to find him riding, camping, fishing, or trying to combine all three into one trip.
Chris is a Renaissance Man of sorts here at the Dealership. He can help you with pretty much any need weather it's parts, service, technical advice, or tire/wheel recommendations. Chris is an overall pretty handy guy to have around.
Matt Learn
SALES/F&I
Name Matt Learn
Title SALES/F&I
Matt has been an intergral part of the Florence Motorsports team for 10 years! Matt's knowledge and experience in the Powersports/Offroad industry is extensive and well rounded. He is your go to guy for anything and everything Sales and Finance!
Matt comes from a Motorcycle Enthusiast background having owned offroad, onroad, enduro, and even vintage motorcycles. Since living in Florence means that you have the Oregon Dunes Recreation Area practically in your back yard, Matt decided it was high time he purchased his first Side x Side. Matt went BIG! He is now the proud owner of a 2024 Can Am Maverick R and he absolutely loves it!
Weather you are looking for a new unit, used unit, want to trade in your current machine, or are just wanting some knowledgable advice in helping you decide what machine fits your needs, Matt will go above and beyond to get you into your next favorite machine!
George Riggs
PARTS CONSULTANT/SERVICE WRITER
Name George Riggs
Title PARTS CONSULTANT/SERVICE WRITER
George is our in house parts guru. Weather you are looking for something specific, need a recommendation, or are having a hard time locating something, George has the answer or can help point you in the right direction!
George has been a part of the Florence Motorsports team for the better part of 15 years. He is an offroad/dirt bike enthusiast who has been riding at the Oregon Dunes for nearly 40 years!
If you're looking for someone with loads of knowledge and experience to be your go to parts person George is your guy!
Branden Taylor
PARTS CONSULTANT/SERVICE WRITER
Name Branden Taylor
Title PARTS CONSULTANT/SERVICE WRITER
Branden joined the Florence Motorsports Team back in 2021. Branden grew up around Sport Bikes and purchased his first Sport Bike at just 19 years old. When a Parts/Service Writer position opened up at the dealership Branden was a natural fit.
It didn't take very long working at Florence Motorsports for Branden to get bit by the sand bug, resulting in the purchase of a Yamaha Raptor 700 and a Yamaha YZ450F. On Branden's days off he can be found riding, gaming, and fishing with his co-workers Will and River.
If you're looking to schedule an appointment with our Service Department, need some advise on the perfect sand tire/wheel combo, or want to get set up with everything to maintenance your machine Branden has you covered!
Kyler Sutherland
PARTS & APPAREL CONSULTANT
Name Kyler Sutherland
Title PARTS & APPAREL CONSULTANT
Kyler has been a Team Member at Florence Motorsports for the last 4 years. We first got to know Kyler when he purchased a Raptor 700R from our Dealership. Soon after his purchase a Parts Position opened up and it was decided that Kyler was the perfect fit.
Kyler is an outdoor recreational enthusiast and an all around adventure seeker. On Kyler's days off you're most likely to find him on his way to hike a new trail, try a new restaraunt, check out a rodeo, attend a festival, or anything he can find that is new and exciting. Kyler is not a guy who is afraid to get out of his comfort zone and explore!
Kyler's background is in Hospitality and Customer Service and it shows. You'll find Kyler at the Parts counter with a smile on his face and ready to help with whatever you need. Kyler will assist you in a positive and professional manor with a genuine enthusiasm that will get you even more excited to get out and ride!
Andrew Wallace
PARTS & APPAREL CONSULTANT
Name Andrew Wallace
Title PARTS & APPAREL CONSULTANT
As a 15 year old living and breathing everything Dirt Bike Andrew had a dream, and that dream was for his first job to be at Florence Motorsports. Andrew made that dream a reality and joined the team in 2022!
When Andrew is not at school or work he can be found riding his Yamaha YZ250FX in the dunes and dirt at every possible opportunity.
Andrew is always up to date on the latest and greatest helmets, goggles, protective gear, boots. jerseys, pants, and apparel the industry has to offer. Stop by the Dealership and have Andrew help you get geared up for the season!
Todd Rickford
TECHNICIAN
Name Todd Rickford
Title TECHNICIAN
Todd is a 35+ year veteran of Florence Motorsports. Todd is a man of few words, and we are ok with that, because Todd's mechanical skills speak for themself. Todd's reputation is wide spread and well respected as one of the GOAT Technicians in the world of Dune riding and Sand recreation.
Todd is pictured here with a custom Bobber he built from the ground up. When Todd is not at the shop wrenching he can most likely be found 700-1200 ft overhead cruising the skys in his Ultralight.
Will Hanson
TECHNICIAN
Name Will Hanson
Title TECHNICIAN
Will has been a lead technician at Florence Motorsports for 4 years. Will joined the team with an extensive background in the Automotive Industry having 5 ASE Automotive Certifications and specializing in Import and German Auto.
Will is a Florence native who grew up riding ATV's and 3-Wheelers on the Oregon Dunes. One day Will decided it was time to come home, return to his roots, and start on a new path of Technical Excellence in the Powersports Industry. When Will is not at work he can be found riding his dirtbike in the dunes or fishing with his co-workers.
When it comes to technical jobs Will can do the heavy lifting. Transmissions, Differentials, Engines, Electrical gremilins, no job is too big. Will is an experienced and well rounded technician that you can feel confident is going to do the job right!
River Jacobs
TECHNICIAN
Name River Jacobs
Title TECHNICIAN
River has been a Service Team member at Florence Motorsports for 5 years. If you have ever seen any of the HUGE custom Side x Side builds from our Dealership there's a pretty good chance River is the guy that made it all happen.
River grew up in Florence and loves all the outdoor recreation it has to offer. River can be found on his days off driving around the dunes in his Toyota Tacoma, fishing, thinking about fishing, and trying to get his co-workers Will or Branden to go fishing.
If you have a Side X Side and find yourself in need of some serious stereo equiptment or custom lighting installed, River is the guy you want to install it. He takes pride in his workmanship and no corners will be cut to ensure you have clean and professionally installed accessories.
Selena Aguilar
ACCOUNTING/TITLE CLERK
Name Selena Aguilar
Title ACCOUNTING/TITLE CLERK
Selena joined the Florence Motorsports Team back in 2015. Selena has a background in accounting/bookkeeping and has proven to be an invaluable asset since day one. Selena is always willing to lend a hand and helps keep things flowing smoothly at the dealership.
Selena loves to craft and create new things, pamper her animals, and spend quality time with family/friends and the people she cares about. Don't let the above hobbies fool you though, Selena isn't afraid to throw on some camo, grab her bow, and get dirty.
