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Revamped Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show Heads To The Capital

The ever-popular Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show returns to the ExCeL Centre next month with a fresh new look.

Alongside new title sponsor Devitt Insurance and the world’s biggest manufacturers, the 2023 Show will feature a brand new live-action show when they launch the first indoor Supersprint.

London’s Docklands will once again come alive with the sound of two wheels on February 17-19 when the Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show descends on the Capital. The annual biking extravaganza has long held a special place in the heart of UK bikers, marking one of the first events of the new year.

The tens of thousands of fans who attend the three-day event will be treated to a fresh new look for 2023, with the show undergoing a significant revamp. The first is the warm welcome of new title sponsor Devitt Insurance, who will be bringing along a host of unique machinery to showcase to visitors, including the innovative CAKE electric bike, Flat Track British Championship-winning machine and a land speed record bike.

Tom Warsop Marketing Director of Devitt Insurance said: “We’ve been a part of the London Motorcycle Show for many years, and it’s always been a firm favourite in the motorcycle calendar for us. We’re delighted to now be the title sponsor of the Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show, joining a fantastic list of exhibitors on our doorstep in East London. The new Supersprint is going to be a great spectacle with bikes blasting down the centre of the hall, and we’ll be running a couple of our own bikes down there too!”

Free live action has always been at the heart of the family-friendly London Show, and for this year, visitors will be able to get closer than ever before in the world’s only indoor Supersprint. This unique new event will see an incredible array of bikes, from iconic classics and the latest 2023 machines to genuine Grand Prix bikes, speed down the strip in an explosion of noise. Leading the way will be Isle of Man TT heroes Peter Hickmanand John McGuinness, alongside a host of famous faces to be announced.

One of the major highlights of the Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show is always the vast array of new metal on display. Many of the world’s leading manufacturers are going to be in attendance, already confirmed to be exhibiting are BMW, Ducati, Harley Davidson, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Suzuki, KTM, Kymco Motorcycles, Indian, Norton, Motorcycles, Royal Enfield, Sur-Ron, Triumph and Norton.

These manufacturers will be bringing some of the hottest new machines that visitors will be able to get up close and personal with. Already confirmed to be on display will be the revolutionary new electric Kawasaki Ninja EV, the luxurious Norton V4SV, Suzuki’s new V-Strom 800DE and the Triumph Street Triple Moto2 machine.

If all of that was not enough, visitors will be able to see a host of livery unveilings from some of the leading British Superbike teams, secure a slice of history in the Silverstone Auction, which will see over 100 bikes going under the hammer, be inspired for adventure with talks in the all-new Adventure Travel Zone, or grab a bargain from one of the many retailers.

Discounted tickets for the Capital’s largest celebration of two wheels are available online now, costing £22 for adults and £20 for seniors. Children under four go free, while those aged under 15 can secure tickets for just £2.50. Bike parking is free. More information can be found at www.mcnmotorcycleshow.com.

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Goodwood Revival to honour Carroll Shelby

Today – 11 January 2023 – on what would have been Carroll Shelby’s 100th birthday, Goodwood is delighted to announce that the legendary American driver, car manufacturer and entrepreneur will be celebrated at this year’s Goodwood Revival, over the weekend of 8-10 September 2023.

The centenary of Shelby’s birth will be honoured with one of Goodwood’s signature tributes, comprising cars that were not only raced, but also designed and developed by the 1959 Le Mans winner. Running across the weekend, the celebration will include the likes of the MG-TC in which Shelby competed for the very first time, in 1952.

Shelby’s impact on motor racing can be seen each and every year at the Revival, and 2023 will be no different, as an assortment of Cobras – the Anglo-American sports cars for which he is best known – are set to take to the track in the all-star Royal Automobile Club TT Celebration. Meanwhile, the Whitsun Trophy will host a number of examples of the Ford GT40, whose design Shelby played such an integral part in refining.

As Goodwood celebrates 75 years of the Motor Circuit, and 25 years of the Revival, it’s a chance to reflect on the motorsport legends who have joined us over the years. Carroll Shelby is no exception, having raced at Goodwood during the Circuit’s heyday in arguably one of the most important and dramatic races in the annals of British motorsport: the 1959 RAC Tourist Trophy. This race saw him share the winning DBR1/300 with his co-drivers Jack Fairman and Stirling Moss – the latter a late addition after his own car was eliminated in a spectacular fire during a routine pit stop. Earlier in the season, Shelby had won Le Mans, sharing the same DBR1 with Roy Salvadori, and victory in the Tourist Trophy secured the World Championship for Aston Martin.

Once racing returned to Goodwood with the institution of the Revival, Shelby wasn’t far behind, attending the third iteration of the event in 2000 where he ran a Shelby Daytona Coupe driven by American IndyCar champion and F1 driver Danny Sullivan.

In what is a momentous year for Goodwood, we are very much looking forward to celebrating Carroll Shelby as an iconic figure, whose legacy is keenly felt at Goodwood and in the wider motorsport world.

Goodwood held a very special place in my grandfather’s heart,” said Aaron Shelby, board member of Carroll Shelby International. “He competed there as a driver in an Aston Martin and returned to race at the Circuit with the Shelby American team cars during the 1960s. Carroll attended the Goodwood Revival with his Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe, and as a Word War II aviator he especially admired the vintage warbird exhibit. We’re honoured that the Duke of Richmond and his team have chosen to honour the 100thanniversary of Carroll’s birthday this year. We look forward to a marvellous weekend at the Goodwood Revival.

The Duke of Richmond said: “It’s such a privilege to be celebrating Carroll Shelby at the Goodwood Revival this year. He was a good friend and I remember when Carroll first came to the Revival back in 2000 – having raced and famously won at Goodwood in the 1959 TT – bringing with him his infectious personality and competitive spirit. It will be wonderful to see those glorious cars that Carroll raced and designed in action at Goodwood once again over the weekend.”

Taking place across the weekend, the Shelby tribute will join the full race schedule for the Goodwood Revival, Friday 8 – Sunday 10 September.

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Segway Set For London Motorcycle Show

Segway, the iconic, self-balancing personal transporter manufacturer, has entered the UK’s exploding electric vehicle market by introducing a range of pioneering E-scooters, and will be showing the full range at the Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show in February.

The Segway scooter range offers a fresh, modern look, bright colour options, lightweight frame, jump-on-and-go features, removable battery, and a keen price tag to help make the Segway powered-two-wheelers an instant hit with learner and licensed riders alike.

The Segway B110S, E110S, or E125S electric scooters will be on display.

For further information and Segway dealer locator visit http://motors.segway.com/uk

Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show. London Excel. February 17th to 19th 2023. www.mcnmotorcycleshow.com

Pictured: Segway E110S

Star-studded Line-up For Motorcycle Plus Show

Four of the most talented racers will be joining the packed line-up for the Motorcycle Plus show at Eikon Centre, Lisburn on February 4-5, 2023.

Organisers, 360 Events, today announced that BSB Superstock Champion and North West 200 winner, Richard Cooper as well as multiple TT winner, and Ulster Grand Prix superstock lap record holder, Dean Harrison will be over from England for the event, along with former World Grand Prix 250 winner, North West 200 and Daytona winner Jeremy McWilliams, and British Superbike Championship rider, Korie McGreavey who are all set to appear.

Kenny Gardner, of 360 Events, said they were delighted to have so many top riders appear.

“Northern Ireland has produced so many talented competitors in all aspects of motorcycle racing,” he said. “To be able to welcome, Richard, Dean, Jeremy and Korie is another exciting bonus at an already packed weekend.”

Kenny explained the Motorcycle Plus Show has been specifically designed for motorsports enthusiasts.

“Primarily, we will be using the show to showcase all forms of motorsport and motorcycling, if it has an engine and wheels, we intend it to be there,” he said. “Attractions will also include rider appearances, interviews, Q&A sessions, and not just established stars, but also up and coming riders from on and off-road disciplines who will become household names in the future.

“As an innovation, there will be advice from experts on securing and keeping sponsors, Social Media use and lifestyle advice which will be useful for young competitors from all disciplines.

“This is in line with our stated aim of helping to establish a Motorsport Academy for all forms of motorsport to make sure our rising stars get the best advice and guidance possible on their career path.

“Race Teams will be there with their 2023 line-ups, both on and off road, 2023 street bike models, accessories, gear, and lots more so plenty for everyone to see and do.

“Governing bodies will be in attendance with advice and guidance on their various Championships, how to start racing and competing, and of course officiating and marshalling, as well as various Clubs promoting their own events, alongside trade and dealer stands.”

Previously the show was held for a number of years under different guises starting with the Enkalon Club in the Antrim Forum and finally with Nutt Promotions in the Eikon Centre in 2019.

The Motorcycle Plus Show will take place at Eikon Centre in Lisburn on February 4-5, 2023. For tickets go to www.motorcycleplusshow.co.uk

All online bookings will be entered into a free raffle to win prizes such as a small motorbike, discounted ferry bookings and other prizes.

More details on the prizes will be confirmed but there are vouchers to the value of £1000, £300, £100, 4 ball golf voucher, and money off ferry travel vouchers to be had from Hursts, Crossan’s, Norman Watt Motorcycles, Edenmore Golf Club and Nutt Travel.

“These are exciting times and another great reason to purchase tickets for yourself and your biking friends and be in with a chance of picking up some excellent prizes,” Kenny concluded.

For more info head to www.motorcycleplusshow.co.uk

Stafford Bike Show Takes Podium Position With World Exclusives!

THOUSANDS OF showgoers, including a Hollywood star, were out in the post-lockdown sunshine at the Stafford County Showground over the weekend of April 23 – 24 to celebrate all things motorbikes… and there was plenty to celebrate.

The International Classic MotorCycle Show always has loads to see and do, and this year was no different as the crowds packed in to see bikes, club stands, trade stands, world exclusives, book launches, live trails, firing-up area, Bonhams’ auction, the competition hall… and more special guests than you could shake a stick at!

Perhaps the most notable display was the world exclusive Mike Hailwood exhibit, featuring never-before-seen family memorabilia of the former champion. Guests were able to view these heirlooms, from his 1978 TT winner’s Dunlop cap through to his George Medal, awarded when Mike rescued Clay Regazzoni from his burning BRM at the South African Formula 1 GP. Talking of awards and winners, the class of 1978, which consisted of Alex George, Ian Richards, Phil Read and Chas Mortimer, were on stage across the weekend giving first-hand accounts of their racing careers and inside stories into the motorbike racing scene.

The Bonhams Auction was particularly nail biting with a very special ex-Reg Barton, Dick Knight, 1929 Brough Superior 996cc SS100 Alpine Grand Sport Sprint Special which sold for a staggering £220,000! And showgoers might also have even seen an A-list celebrity or two. Jason Momoa, best known as DC superhero Aquaman, was also there. Being a keen motorcycle enthusiast, Jason perused the show and examined the lots in the Bonhams Auction.

Event organiser Nick Mowbray said: “It was a brilliant weekend! We have received marvellous feedback from visitors and traders alike. The addition of the Hailwood display and the ‘Class of 78’ added something very special to a tried-and-tested format.”

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BeMoto Sponsors Scottish Motorcycle Show

Specialist motorcycle insurance broker to support Scotland’s biggest and best motorcycle show

BeMoto are proud to be a new sponsor of the 2022 Scottish Motorcycle Show, held at Edinburgh’s Royal Highland Centre on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th March.

The specialist broker provides a broad range of motorbike related insurance policies for road, dirt or track, including single bikes, multi-bike deals, modified bikes, trikes, quads, classics, off-road bikes and even race vans. A company started by bikers for bikers, BeMoto is the only motorcycle broker that does not charge any admin fees for making amendments on policies.

BeMoto Head of Brand and Marketing, Luke Brackenbury, said: “BeMoto is naturally excited to get really involved with the Scottish Motorcycle Show. The chance to be at this event and meet riders ahead of the typical riding season was an opportunity we didn’t want to miss. The sponsorship decision was also helped by the fact many of our staff ride and love touring the Scottish roads! 

“BeMoto staff will be on hand across the weekend to talk to bikers about insurance options and how they can have a chance to win a £25,000 Ducati Panigale plus a £10,000 Prize Pot as part of our BeLotto campaign.”

The Scottish Motorcycle Show halls will be packed with power as 2022 bikes will be displayed from major manufacturers including KTM, Husqvarna, Indian, Triumph, Yamaha, Royal Enfield and CCM.

Over 120 exhibitors attend the event each year giving visitors a unique opportunity to see a wide array of new, used and classic bikes on display, this is backed up by the Built Not Bought Custom Bike Show in association with Muddy Beach Customs & Dusty’s Customs.

Throughout the course of the weekend the three exhibition halls will also feature special offers from retailers on helmets to leathers while outside of the halls will be the Two Brothers Stunt Team putting on breath-taking performances.

Showcased in the main foyer of the Royal Highland Centre will be the BeMoto Ducati Panigale competition bike along with the chance to enter the BeLotto prize draw. The BeMoto stand will be separately located in the Highland Hall, stand H132.

Tickets cost £15 with Under 12s are free of charge. Head to thescottishmotorcycleshow.com to find out more.

When it comes to Road, Dirt and Track insurance, find out how BeMoto know the difference at www.bemoto.uk or call 01733 907000.

Hagon Signs New Three-year Deal To Sponsor The Classic Dirt Bike Show

Mortons Media Group, owner of the Classic Dirt Bike Show, is delighted to announce that Hagon Shocks has signed a new three-year sponsorship deal.

The Classic Dirt Bike Show, held in February at the Telford International Centre, is the event of the year for classic off-road motorcycle enthusiasts of all disciplines.

Hagon Shocks, famed for its aftermarket shock absorbers and wheel building services, has been a long-time supporter of the show and recognised the continuing value of the event to the Hagon business.

Tony Hutchison of Hagon said of the deal: “We’re delighted to continue to support the Classic Dirt Bike Show and this new three-year agreement demonstrates the value of this event not just to Hagon Shocks but the whole industry. It was great to see the vibe return to the show in February post-pandemic and reaffirmed our decision to be the headline sponsor was the right one.”

The Classic Dirt Bike Show sponsored by Hagon Shocks will be back on February 11-12, 2023. For more information, please visit www.classicdirtbikeshow.co.uk

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Celebrating Weslake at the Ashford Classic Motorcycle Show

Former Weslake employees will be reunited with the engines they built and designed at the Ashford Classic Motorcycle Show and Autojumble this Easter Monday.

Based at Rye Harbour in East Sussex until their demise, Weslake has a connection to Ashford through its subsidiary, The Ashford Tool & Gauge Company. Renowned for building fast off-road engines – singles, parallel twins and v-twins – Weslake’s engineers also worked on the development of the Hesketh engine, the Norton Challenger and the Triumph 8-valve head.

Exhibits at the show will include a cutaway speedway engine, sectioned 750cc eight-valve twin engine and pattern equipment with some parts for the ill-fated 500cc Grand Prix racing engine. Taking centre stage is the 1959 1000cc Norlake Cafe Racer, which took 5½ years and 517 man-hours to build and is powered by a Weslake V-twin pushrod 8-valve engine.

In addition to the Weslake display there will be many more classic and vintage machines on show in the main hall, plus dozens of bike jumble stalls, trade stands selling tools, clothing and accessories and more besides.

Outside is a free Bikemart area for folk to sell complete motorcycles. These can be dropped off or ridden into the event at no extra charge – an entry ticket is all that is required.

For those with spares or incomplete machines, private garage-clearout stalls can be booked for just £15, which admits two people.

The Ashford Classic Motorcycle Show and Autojumble is held at the Ashford Livestock Market, Orbital Park, Ashford, KENT, TN24 0HB – easily accessible from the M20 at junction 10 – on Easter Monday, 18th April 2022.

Gates open to the public from 10 am and tickets cost £6 for adults. Accompanied children under 16 get in for free. EarlyBird Admission from 7:30 am is available for £10. Tickets are available online and visitors can pay by card or cash at the gate.

Tickets, stall bookings and all other info from www.elk-promotions.co.uk

Wayne Rainey To Ride Again In Goodwood Festival Of Speed

Three-Time World Champion To Be Reunited With Yamaha YZR500

The following release is being distributed on behalf of the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

Goodwood is proud to announce that three-time 500cc World Motorcycle Champion Wayne Rainey will make his first appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard (June 23-26).

Renowned for its unrestricted access to the mighty machines of motorsport and the riders and drivers who made them famous, this year’s Festival of Speed will be no exception. Across the weekend, fans will be able to watch Rainey take to the iconic Goodwood hillclimb on the Yamaha YZR500, with which he won the 1992 World Championship 30 years ago.

Goodwood is delighted that the Festival of Speed will reunite Rainey with a racing bike for the first time in 29 years, following the accident at the 1993 Italian Grand Prix that left him paralyzed from the chest down. Rainey’s exploits at the Festival of Speed follow his first return to riding in 2019 at the Sound of Engine Festival in Suzuka, Japan.

As we prepare to celebrate ‘The Innovators – Masterminds of Motorsport’, Rainey’s ride will be made possible by the innovation of the Yamaha Motor Company as they reconfigure the 30-year-old Yamaha YZR500 so it can be ridden using handlebar controls alone. Rainey himself has masterminded his way through a career in motorsport spanning four decades, first as a three-time World Champion, then as a team manager, and currently as President of MotoAmerica.

Wayne Rainey said: “I’m incredibly excited to not only be attending my first Goodwood Festival of Speed this summer, but to be riding my 1992 Yamaha YZR500 up the famous hillclimb. It’s truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and one that I just couldn’t pass up. I want to thank the Yamaha Motor Company for preparing my 1992 YZR500 and adapting it for me to ride, MotoAmerica for helping make the entire project fly, and The Duke of Richmond for really making this a reality. I can’t wait to meet the fans who come from all over the world for the Goodwood Festival of Speed.”

Lin Jarvis, Managing Director of Yamaha Motor Racing Srl said: “The Goodwood Festival of Speed is an amazing event that is a showcase for two and four-wheel motorsports legends – both human and mechanical. Wayne Rainey is a true motorcycle racing legend who achieved three 500cc World Titles with Yamaha before his career-ending accident and injury. The thought of Wayne riding the legendary 1992 Factory YZR500 bike that he rode to his final championship victory is something truly amazing that I for one never imagined could be possible. I know it will mean so much to Wayne, and it will be something truly special for all the fans at Goodwood and all around the world. We are proud to be able to support Wayne make his dream come true.”

The Duke of Richmond said: “I am absolutely delighted that Wayne and his family are able to join us at this year’s Festival of Speed and that we will see him take to the Hill on the bike with which he won his last World Championship 30 years ago. Every year the Festival showcases spectacular stories from the world of motorsport, and we are privileged that Wayne is sharing his with us this summer.”

Wayne Rainey
With 82 500cc Grand Prix starts, Wayne Rainey won 24 races and took 64 podiums while his battles with arch-rival Kevin Schwantz have become the stuff of motorcycling legend. At the time of his accident in 1993 he was leading the World Motorcycle Championship and was just three races away from winning his fourth title.

Following his accident, Rainey became the team manager of the Marlboro Yamaha Team before retiring in 1998. He was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1999 and the International Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2007, named a FIM Grand Prix ‘Legend’ in 2000 and has a corner of the Laguna Seca Circuit named in his honour.

Savings to be made on tickets bought before 1 April 2022
Those planning to attend the Festival of Speed this summer have the opportunity to save on tickets when bought by 31 March 2022. The 2022 Festival of Speed qualifies for the UK Government’s ‘creative industry tax relief’, with a reduced VAT rate of 12.5% until 31 March 2022. We are pleased to be able to pass this saving on to our customers, which will apply to a number of entry products. Ticket prices will remain at the reduced VAT rate until the end of March, when it will return to the full rate of 20% from 1 April 2022.

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Rare Hedlund Wasp Earns Its Stripes At The Classic Dirt Bike Show

Punters packed into Telford International Centre last weekend to celebrate the start of the off-road season at the Classic Dirt Bike Show sponsored by Hagon Shocks.

All-rounder Arthur Browning, and nine-time Enduro class winner Derrick Edmondson attracted the crowds as they were interviewed over the weekend by supreme commentator John McCrink. The iconic duo left crowds wowed as they recounted memories of their past adventures and the incredible machines they rode.

Polished to perfection, off-road machines from enduro, motocross and trials bikes to sidecars were admired by enthusiasts throughout the weekend while visitors also kitted themselves out ready for the season ahead, purchasing new riding gear, off-road parts and even complete machines.

Show sponsors Hagon Shocks selected Mark Ramplee’s Hedlund Wasp outfit for the renowned Best of Show award. This recently restored outfit also won the Best Sidecar class and has a long history in competition, being first campaigned by Willie Davenport and Gary Salt and then raced by the previous owner, Peter Wootten.

Exhibition manager Nick Mowbray said: ‘We’re delighted to be back at Telford International Centre celebrating all things off-road after unfortunately having to cancel the show last year due to Covid-19. We’ve received some cracking feedback from visitors and traders and look forward to being back out on the track this year!’

Keep an eye out for the dates for the 2023 show. The next event in the Classic Bike Shows calendar is the Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show on February 26-27 at the Royal Bath & West Showground in Shepton Mallet.

For more information, please visit www.classicbikeshows.com. The International Dirt Bike Show 2022 will also be held at Telford International Centre on October 28-30, 2022. For more information about this show, please visit www.dirtbikeshow.co.uk.

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BMX Record Holder To Perform at The International Dirt Bike Show

If you want your off-road action with style, 2022’s International Dirt Bike Show has a record-breaker just raring to go and be part of the action.

Organisers of Europe’s largest off-road show, set for October in Telford, have confirmed that BMX star Lee Musselwhite will be performing stunts for the crowd with his Extreme International team.

The show is set for the Telford International Centre next October 28-30 and Lee, the Pro BMX Flatland rider, will perform a unique display of ground tricks with all kinds of twists & spins at high speed, previously described as ‘breakdancing on a bike’.

Lee holds Guinness World Record for the greatest number of no-handed spins on a BMX in one minute with a Trick called the Death Truck… and with that sort of dedication his appearance at The International Dirt Bike Show will be one not to miss!

Event manager Nick Mowbray said: “We’re so excited to have Lee Musselwhite at our 2022 event performing in front of thousands of people. His performance is guaranteed to be an intense and visually impressive show.”

The International Dirt Bike Show will be held over three days this October (28-30) at a new venue for the event, Telford’s International Centre. Advance tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at www.dirtbikeshow.co.uk If you would be interested in booking a stand for the event, please contact our event team on 01507 529430.

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London Motorcycle Show Bounces Back With Bumper Weekend

Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show bounces back with bumper weekend.

After a one-year hiatus, the Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show roared back into the capital with a bumper weekend of two-wheel action. Featuring exclusive machines from 21 of the world’s leading motorcycle brands, a unique tribute to MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi, and edge-of-your-seat live-action racing, tens of thousands of bike fans flocked to ExCeL London to kick-start the biking season.

As always, the biggest attraction for the 31,814 fans who attended across the three days was the abundance of exotica on display from the 21 manufacturers exhibiting at the show. Artisan Electric, BMW, Can-AM, CCM, Ducati, Honda, Indian Motorcycle, Kawasaki, KTM, Langen Motorcycles, Lexmoto, Macrais, Maeving, Royal Enfield, Suzuki, Talaria UK, Triumph, Ural Motorcycles, Yamaha, Voge UK and Yadea were all showcasing the latest 2022 machines.

Many manufacturers also used the show to unveil a host of special machines to the public. BMW brought the BMW Concept CE 02 and Vision AMBY machines, the first time they were seen publicly in the UK, while Ducati unveiled the DesertX, which was seen for the first time in Europe outside of Italy. Kawasaki used the Show and the London backdrop to launch the official FS-3 Racing British Superbike Championship livery, while the all-new Gas Monkey Garage FHO Racing BMW that Peter Hickman will use at the 2022 Isle of Man TT was also on display. Suzuki brought seven rare world championship-winning machines, including Barry Sheene’s XR14s, Kevin Schwantz’s RGV500 and Joan Mir’s 2020 MotoGP winning GSX-RR, while Yamaha showcased the 2021 title-winning machines of MotoGP star Fabio Quartararo, World Superbike ace Toprak Razgatlioğlu and British Superbike hero Tarran Mackenzie.

Alongside launching his TT machine, Peter Hickman spent the weekend going head-to-head with fellow TT icon John McGuinness in a series of live-action races. Battling to be crowned MCN’s ‘King of the Road,’ the duo also had to beat a host of other riders, including Dominic Herbertson, Tim and Tom Neave, Chrissy Rouse, Danny Webb, and Charlie Nesbitt.

Race fans were also able to see a stunning tribute to MotoGP icon Valentino Rossi. Having spent 26 years competing at the highest levels of motorcycle racing, the Italian star finally hung up his leathers. To celebrate a monumental career, the Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show flew in six of his Championship-winning machines, including his four MotoGP Yamahas from 2004, 2005, 2008 and 2009 alongside his two 125cc and 250cc Aprilias from the 1997 and 1999 seasons.

For those visitors looking for a trip down memory lane, Silverstone Auctions had 100 rare bikes under the hammer, generating over £700,000 in sales with over 80% of machines being sold. The auction achieved a world record sale price for a Honda CB400 1978 F2 model which went for £15,950.

The Adventure Zone – sponsored by Spada also kept visitors enthralled with a host of chats from some intrepid explorers, including Bruce Smart, Ben King, Robert Hughes, Vanessa Ruck, Nick Sanders, Jack Groves, Michael Guy, Chris Donaldson, Simon Weir, Alex Navarette, Fern Hume, The Sidecar Guys, Tiffany Coates, John Small, Timothy Angus, Nathan Millward and Henry Crew. For custom bike fans, the Built Custom Bike Zone – styled by SPIDI saw a jaw-dropping display of custom bikes on show from some of Europe’s most exciting builders.

Summing up a fantastic weekend, Rebecca Donohue, Head of Marketing at Carole Nash added “The Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show is a key event in the motorcycling calendar, and it is so encouraging to see the biking industry get a real boost from this show. Our Six Wheel Insurance giveaway was a real success on the MCN stand. We believe bikers make safer drivers and our Six Wheel policy demonstrates that with competitive car premiums, one renewal date, less paperwork and hassle.”

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2022 Arai Isle of Man TT Limited Edition RX-7V Evo Design Revealed

2022 Arai Isle of Man TT limited edition RX-7V Evo design revealed at MCN London Motorcycle Show.

After two long years away the Isle of Man TT fuelled by Monster Energy are back in 2022, from 29th May to 10th June. The spectacular celebration of motorcycling, raced over 37.73 miles of real roads, draws competitors and fans from around the world. It’s also an event that runs through Arai’s DNA; many off the TT racers wear Arai for the performance, security and comfort at high speeds that the brand’s helmets offer while Arai puts great effort into supporting all Arai wearers in the Isle with service and spares.

For nearly 15 years Arai has marked its commitment to the event – and each TT – with a very special version of its RX-7V racing helmet, with paintwork designed by the legendary Drudi Performance. Beautiful and extremely collectible, the Arai IoM TT Limited Edition is a sell-out every year and for 2022 is based on the new, range-topping ECE R22-06-approved RX-7V EVO helmet.

With classic Black, Red and White paint paying homage to the 2007 original the key components always present – since the very first – are the Triskelion (three legs of man) unified by a bold ‘double’ TT logo across the top, chequered flag motif and Ellan Vannin (Isle of Man in Mananese) subtly tucked away on the opposite side.

It will be officially unveiled to the public by TT hero Michael Dunlop at the MCN London Motorcycle Show, at 12 noon GMT on Friday 11th February. For those unable to make it to ExCel, Arai Europe will livestream the launch on their Facebook channel.

Arai Helmet (Europe) will also have a small stand at ExCel with some previous TT designs on display and staff to answer any questions.

Ingmar Stroeven, Arai Helmet (Europe) B.V. Managing Director:
“How we’ve missed the TT! After two long years away from the wonderful Isle of Man it’s great to make plans to be back. It means so much, to us at Arai Helmet (Europe) and Arai Japan. And we know how special it is to racers and fans alike, which makes the reveal of the 2022 IoM TT Limited Edition RX-7V EVO a highlight of our year. Drudi Performance has never disappointed and for 2022 has blended classic with contemporary, to stunning visual effect.”

For more information on the 2022 Isle of Man TT Limited Edition Arai RX-7V EVO visit: www.araihelmet.eu/en/iomtt.

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London’s Calling For The Nations Bikers

The Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show kicks off this Friday at London’s ExCeL Centre, celebrating all things two-wheeled.
Alongside 21 of the world’s leading motorcycle brands showcasing the latest in new metal, the Show will also be hosting a special tribute to MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi, featuring bar-to-bar live-action racing, a unique classic auction by Silverstone Auctions and a host of stunning customs from Built Magazine.
For the first time since 2020, the Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show returns to London’s ExCeL Centre for a three day biking extravaganza. Seen as the kick-start to the riding season, the 2022 event is set to be a spectacular weekend that offers something for the entire family.
One of the biggest attractions will be seeing the latest 2022 models from 21 of the world’s leading motorcycle manufacturers, including Artisan Electric, BMW, Can-AM, CCM, Ducati, Honda, Indian Motorcycle, Kawasaki, KTM, Langen Motorcycles, Lexmoto, Macrais, Maeving, Royal Enfield, Suzuki, Talaria UK, Triumph, Ural Motorcycles, Yamaha, Voge UK and Yadea. Must-see attractions for many attendees will be the Ducati DesertX, which will be seen for the first time in Europe outside of Italy, and the BMW Concept CE 02 and Vision AMBY, which will be the first time they’re seen publicly in the UK.
After 26 seasons entertaining millions of fans around the world, MotoGP icon Valentino Rossi retired at the end of last season. To celebrate the legend, the 2022 Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show will also be hosting a special tribute to him, flying in six of his Championship-winning machines, including his four MotoGP Yamahas from 2004, 2005, 2008 and 2009 alongside his two 125cc and 250cc Aprilias from the 1997 and 1999 seasons.
Race fans will also be able to see a jaw-dropping collection of seven world championship-winning machines on the Suzuki stand. This includes the likes of Barry Sheene’s XR14s, Kevin Schwantz’s RGV500 and Joan Mir’s 2020 MotoGP winning GSX-RR.
Returning for this year will be the ever-popular live-action racing, which will see road racing legends John McGuinness and Peter Hickman go head-to-head as they battle to be crowned the ‘MCN King of the Roads’. Joining the duo will be some of the UK’s brightest talent, including former GP rider Danny Webb, TT rider Dom Herbertson and National Superstock Champions Chrissy Rouse and Tom Neave. Taking over the centre of the show, the free races are bar-to-bar action that will keep everyone on the edge of their seats. For customers looking to get closer to the action, the VIP paddock pass gives entry to the whole show, a grandstand view of a race of their choice, a meet and greet with McGuinness, Hickman and the other competitors, as well as a unique celebratory magazine dedicated to Valentino Rossi.
The Friday has been nicknamed ‘Fire-up Friday’, and will see a whole host of machines coming to life in an explosion of noise. Peter Hickman will be starting his FHO Racing BMW M1000R race bike, while a Honda RC213V-S road bike, a machine that’s rarely even seen in the flesh, let alone heard running, will also be revving up. For Barry Sheene fans, Suzuki will be starting his world championship-winning 1976 XR14, taking them back to the glory days of racing.
If all that wasn’t enough, the 2022 Show will also feature a unique classic bike auction held by Silverstone Auctions, seeing over 100 rare bikes going under the hammer on Saturday 12th February. For those riders looking to escape this year, the Adventure Zone – sponsored by Spada will see a host of intrepid explorers taking to the stage to talk about their incredible adventures and share tips and advice for those looking to make their own trips. Some of the names confirmed to be taking to the stage include Bruce Smart, Ben King, Robert Hughes, Vanessa Ruck, Nick Sanders, Jack Groves, Michael Guy, Chris Donaldson, Simon Weir, Alex Navarette, Fern Hume, The Sidecar Guys, Tiffany Coates, John Small, Timothy Angus, Nathan Millward and Henry Crew.
For custom bike fans, Built Magazine is bringing some of Europe’s hottest builders together to the Built Custom Bike Zone – styled by SPIDI. This unique space will be a must-visit part of the show for those who want to see an array of stunning custom bikes.
Until midnight on February 9th, tickets for the three-day extravaganza are on sale at a discounted price of just £19 in advance for adults (£23 on the door), while senior citizens and student tickets cost £17. Children under 15 go free, and the show offers free parking for those visitors arriving by bike.

 

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Ducati present the DesertX and 2022 range at London Motorcycle Show

Ducati UK head to the capital this year with several new models making their UK debuts.

The most notable of the debuts is undeniably the new DesertX. First presented as a concept bike in 2019, the DesertX project has come to fruition in 2022. This will be the first time the DesertX will be shown in UK and is a unique opportunity to see the bike before its May arrival in dealerships.

The DesertX is a bike with a profound off-road attitude, with its 21” front wheel and 18” rear, the new DesertX has been designed to take on the most difficult off- road conditions. Whether it be, Desert Dunes, off road trails, gravel roads or mountain passes, the DesertX is ready for the challenge.

Also making its UK debut is the Panigale V4 S 2022, raising the benchmark to new heights and taking a significant evolutionary step. The new Panigale V4 S become even faster on the racetrack and at the same time more intuitive and less tiring for a wide range of sport riders. It has been improved in all areas: aerodynamics, ergonomics, engine, chassis and electronics.

An addition to the Superbike family will be the Panigale V2 Bayliss 1st Championship 20th Anniversary, already in high demand due to its high specification componentry and eye-catching livery.

For those preferring their V2 naked, there is the Streetfighter V2 landing on showroom floors very soon, joining the current Streetfighter V4 S and the glorious Streetfighter V4 SP. Resplendent in its Winter Test livery, the SP come as a numbered version, with premium equipment derived from the Superleggera V4.

Also on the Ducati stand will be the Monster, BIKE magazine ‘Bike Of The Year 2021’, the Hypermotard 950 SP, dazzling in its MotoGP derived livery, the latest Diavel 1260 S and the SuperSport 950 S.

From the Ducati Scrambler range there are two new additions to the 2022 range with the Ducati Scrambler Urban Motard, and the 1100 Tribute PRO. Both these will be on display in the Ducati Scrambler section of the stand.

To further enhance the Ducati visitor experience, there will be a great selection of new 2022 Ducati Apparel available to purchase from the Ducati clothing store located within the stand.

For further information on show news and ticket enquiries visit: https://www.mcnmotorcycleshow.com/

To find your nearest dealer visit www.ducati.com or discover more about Ducati’s new central London dealership visit: https://ducatilondon.co.uk/

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London’s Biggest Motorcycle Event Returns With a Roar

After a COVID-thwarted 2021, the Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show will be roaring back to London’s Docklands, taking over the ExCeL Centre on February 11-13thfor a celebration of everything two-wheeled.
From the latest models from the world’s leading brands and Isle of Man TT stars battling it out head-to-head to a unique celebration of racing icon Valentino Rossi, the three-day extravaganza offers something for the whole family!
The annual Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show has long been a highlight for motorcyclists across the UK, seen as the event to kick-start the riding season. After being forced to take a year off in 2021, the celebration of biking is returning to the capital this coming February.
Once again, the main highlight of the show will be the latest metal from some of the world’s leading motorcycle manufacturers. Whether it is the revolutionary BMW CE 04 electric scooter, the UK show debut of the 2022 Ducati Panigale V4, the ground-breaking new Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX or the stunning new Triumph Speed Triple 1200RR, fans will be able to get up close and personal with the very best 2022 machines all under one roof.
The 2022 Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show will also be hosting a special tribute to motorsport icon Valentino Rossi. After 26 seasons competing in Grand Prix racing, the Italian legend’s illustrious career came to a close in November. The show will be celebrating his incredible achievements by flying in six of his Championship-winning machines, including his four MotoGP Yamahas from 2004, 2005, 2008 and 2009 PLUS his two 125cc and 250cc Aprilias from the 1997 and 1999 seasons.
Returning for this year will be the ever-popular live action racing, which will see road racing legends John McGuinness and Peter Hickman go head-to-head as they battle to be crowned the ‘MCN King of the Roads’. Joining the duo will be some of the UK’s brightest talent, including former GP rider Danny Webb, TT rider Dom Herbertson and National Superstock Champions Chrissy Rouse and Tom Neave. Taking over the centre of the show, the free races are bar-to-bar action that will keep everyone on the edge of their seats.
For visitors looking to get closer to the action and meet these road racing legends, they can purchase a VIP paddock pass, which alongside giving entry to the whole show, also offers a grandstand view of each race, a meet and greet with McGuinness, Hickman and the other competitors, as well as a unique celebratory magazine dedicated to Valentino Rossi.
If all that wasn’t enough, the 2022 Show will also feature a unique classic bike auction held by Silverstone Auctions, seeing over 100 rare bikes going under the hammer on Saturday 12th February. For those riders looking to escape this year, the Travel and Adventure stage will be hosting regular chats with some of the most intrepid explorers, who will be sharing their tips and advice.
Tickets for the three-day extravaganza are on sale now at a discounted price of just £19 in advance for adults (£23 on the door), while senior citizens and student tickets cost £17. Children under 15 go free, and the show offers free parking for those visitors arriving by bike.

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Stunning Machines Confirmed For The Classic Dirt Bike Show

The event which gets the off-road season off to a flying start is well-known for the astounding range of motorcycles on display from across the UK, and 2022 will be no different!

Back after a year’s Covid-imposed exile, The Classic Dirt Bike Show sponsored by Hagon Shocks has secured unique machines and restorations for the event held over the weekend of February 12-13.

Peter Hannis, founder of the Crazy Toyz Workshop in Gloucestershire, brings to Telford a quartet of the most unusual bikes you could ever imagine. First up is a 1940s cement mixer-engined special, with its fuel tank on the engine, finished in steam punk style! “It’s a bit slow” said its builder (do you get the pun), whose previous builds have included a Reliant-based road legal speedboat – which gained national press recognition in The Sun newspaper – and an award from Tango for the most eccentric Brit.

Next up is a Bultaco trials bike, powered by a 700cc two-stroke sidecar engine which has still got some minor teething troubles. Ex firefighter Peter’s latest project is a 750cc off road Trike powered by a Katana four-cylinder motor in a modified Bandit frame, with a Yamaha Tri –Z rear axle and off-road wheels. On this, the 2004 British sidecar enduro champion competed in the Malle Mile offroad sprint races, which is held each July in the grounds of Grimsthorpe Castle, Lincolnshire. It was undefeated throughout the day, winning the sprint final.

Finally, have you ever seen a four-cylinder CBR 600cc F3 Dirt bike with an RMZ 450 Suzuki scrambler front end, converted to twinshock spec and using a KTM rear wheel? Well, this MISSILE was put together for the Blue Grass Scramble at Little Comberton Worcestershire, not too far from Peter’s base. While it wasn’t the quickest around the corners, when it came to the straights it left its rivals eating its dust. A race win earlier in the year at the Helter Skelter Hill Climb in deepest Devon was also achieved as the CBR simply flew up one of the steepest hillsides in the country.

If you go to a meeting you can’t miss Peter and his pal Paul Biggs, as instead of wearing the usual motocross gear, they turn out to race in vintage tweed suits! Well, what else would you expect from an eccentric?

Another new stand for Telford, and also arranged by show consultant Alan Wright, is for Royal Enfield. Alan has gathered nine Bullets and Crusaders, including the Bullet put together by the late and much missed Jim Pickering. The Black Country’s John Richardson put together two Enfield Bullets (one is dead original and one highly modified) that he rode regularly and John’s son Andrew and Gloucester’s Steve Allen are bringing them both along.

Johny Brittain, a lifetime Enfield man who died last year, was the winner of countless national trials in the 1950s. His younger brother Pat was also a National trials winner in the 60s and is coming to Telford with his Enfield riding son, Ian, to meet old friends.

If you would be interested in displaying your bike at the show, please complete the form on the Classic Dirt Bike Show website. For further details about the Classic Dirt Bike Show sponsored by Hagon Shocks, and to order your advance tickets, please visit www.classicdirtbikeshow.co.uk

Classic Bike Shows are required by law to check the COVID status of all visitors. Admission will only be allowed for visitors who can prove they are fully vaccinated (minimum 2 doses); have tested negative for COVID-19 in the last 48 hours (lateral flow or PCR) or are exempt by way of Certificate/ NHS paperwork/ Green Lanyard.  Face coverings are mandatory in all indoor areas. Further details can be found here www.mortonsevents.co.uk/covid/

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UK’s Number 1 Display Team To Perform At The International Dirt Bike Show

There’s nothing like planning early, and as if you needed any more reason to visit Europe’s largest off-road show next autumn, it’s now been confirmed that Honda UK’s official stunt team, the Bolddog Lings FMX team, have signed up to provide plenty of thrills for the Telford crowd.

The International Dirt Bike Show is set for the Telford International Centre next October 28-30 (2022), and as the UK’s number one freestyle motocross team, and Lings Motors and Honda UK’s official UK stunt team, the Bolddogs base their show around the world’s largest and most sophisticated mobile landing system, performing death-defying freestyle motocross moves!

Appearing on our TV screens in the semi-final of ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent, the daredevil team, featuring the UK’s top ranked freestyle motocross riders, left viewers and judges open-mouthed during their time on the show.

Event manager Nick Mowbray said: “We’re thrilled Bolddog FMX Display Team are back for our 2022 event performing their mesmerising stunts once again. Their performance is guaranteed to leave crowds mind blown as they perform their daredevil tricks 35ft in the air!”

The International Dirt Bike Show will be held over three days next October (28-30) at a new venue for the event, Telford’s International Centre. Advance tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at www.dirtbikeshow.co.uk If you would be interested in booking a stand for the event, please contact our event team on 01507 529430.

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NGK attracting a host of stars to its stand at Motorcycle Live

The company has long been synonymous with the two-wheel bike scene both on the road and in the motorcycling racing arena where its spark plugs have helped the world’s leading teams and riders to numerous victories and welcomed some major stars to its stand at Birmingham’s NEC.

The first day of the show saw Isle of Man TT legend John McGuinness visit NGK’s stand (3D10) where he signed posters and had his photograph taken with scores of enthusiasts while three-time World Speedway Champion Tai Woffinden and track racer Brayden Elliott also visited the stand, as did Dan Bewley, a member of Britain’s Speedway of Nations winning team, and former British Speedway Champion Charles Wright.

NGK also attracted a number of non-motorsport celebrities including chef James Martin and actor Danny John-Jules who both enjoyed the company’s hospitality.

The NGK stand featured a host of iconic motorcycles including three of McGuinness’s including his 2004 Yamaha R1 which gave him his fourth Isle of Man TT victory, Woffinden’s World title winning bike from 2018, Elliott’s Superstock 1000cc Suzuki, a Speedway bike owned by four-time World Champion Greg Hancock and an old school beach cruiser built by Greg and his son Wilbur.

NGK’s Mr Sparky was also on hand to greet motorcycle enthusiasts at the stand where they had the opportunity to purchase NGK promotional products to help raise money for MacMillan Cancer Support.

Mark Hallam, Marketing Manager, NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd, said: “It has been fantastic to re-engage with motorcycle enthusiasts at the show and also to welcome some legendary racing stars who use our products as well as a number of well-known celebrities. Mr Sparky also proved to be very popular and was inundated with requests by visitors to have their photograph taken with him.

“We look forward to meeting up with even more motorcycle enthusiasts during the rest of the show which runs until Sunday, December 12.”

NGK is the world’s number one original equipment (OE) fitment and its Iridium IX spark plugs are popular with motorcyclists for their ability to provide enhanced ignition efficiency, better acceleration, faster starting and smoother running, longer life, and better fuel consumption.

For more information about NGK and its products and services, please visit the website at www.ngkntk.com/uk  

Welcome back to Motorcycle Live, the doors are open

The wait is finally over as the doors to Motorcycle Live, in association with Bikesure Insurance opened to the waiting crowds, for the first day of the nine day event.

The show welcomed celebrities Carl Fogarty MBE, Dougie Lampkin MBE, John McGuinness MBE, Peter Hickman, Steve Plater, Simon Weston CBE and celebrity chef James Martin, to name but a few.

Brand new 2022 models from world leading manufacturers have finally made it to UK soil for their first appearance, with other highly anticipated launches destined throughout the show, as brand new products continue to be revealed to a home audience.

Scott Grimsdall (Head of Marketing, BMW Motorrad UK) commented We’re excited to welcome back visitors to Motorcycle Live where we have a host of exciting new products and entertainment to enjoy at the Make Life a Ride arena. It’s been fantastic for visitors to get up close and personal to the products and we’re looking forward to another eight days of the show!” 

With the Christmas season fast approaching, Motorcycle Live is home to the best motorcycle retailers stocked with rider equipment, accessories and the latest technology to make your ride, and your Christmas more enjoyable.

Danny Manville – Motorcycle Megastore said “It’s fantastic to be back at The NEC and we’ve had a great day meeting riders and helping them ensure they have the best advice and highest quality kit. There’s been a real buzz about the show and it’s great to see so many people enjoying themselves.”

Finlay McAllan (Managing Director, Motorcycle Live) added “We are excited to welcome visitors back to experience the buzz and excitement of Motorcycle Live. For any current rider, or those aspiring to take to two wheels the show provides a wealth of products, inspiration and expertise – along with a fantastic day out”. 

Motorcycle Live 2021 runs until Sunday 12 December, at The NEC, Birmingham with tickets available to buy each day on the door. The official show programme can be downloaded here.

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