The only custom show 100% dedicated to Indian Motorcycles.
American Motorcycle Dealer “Approved” status.
Visionary and “Godfather of Baggers”, Brian Klock, joins as President of the Jury.

Pre-registration guarantees entry and includes three complimentary tickets.
Registrations are now open for the third edition of the Budweis Custom Indian Motorcycle Show (BCS) where passion, creativity, and the roar of engines come together in a celebration of two-wheeled artistry. The AMD-Approved event, and the only custom show to be 100% dedicated Indian Motorcycle, builds on the success of last year and promises an even grander spectacle with the entirety of hall R1 dedicated to the custom show during the Indian Riders Fest in ÄŒeské BudÄ›jovice (Budweis), Czech Republic, from June 13 to 16, 2024.

“There isn’t much in life that gets me more excited than a custom motorcycle show. As a designer and custom builder, I really feed on that creative energy. With the BCS totally focussed on Indian Motorcycle, it is a standout event for me. As a long time Indian Motorcycle fan from way back as a kid, the growth of this show in such a short time is food for my soul. The 2023 class winners were exceptional, and I’m looking forward seeing the creativity and ingenuity infused in metal, chrome and paint at BCS24,” said Ola Stenegärd, Director of Product Design for Indian Motorcycle.

BCS24 is not just a display of chrome and steel; it is a celebration of the extraordinary craftsmanship of European custom bike builders and Indian Motorcycle dealers. Committed to fostering a community of creativity, the BCS welcomes builders of all levels, from aspiring rookies to seasoned veterans and with more exhibition space than ever before, the highly anticipated event promises an eclectic collection of innovative, and skilfully crafted motorcycles.

With its importance in the global custom scene recognised by American Motorcycle Dealer magazine conferring their approved show status to the BCS for a second year, the international judging panel is also bolstered by Brian Klock, President of Klock Werks, joining as President of the Jury. Inducted into the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 2012, Brian Klock is a standout name in the industry and is acclaimed as the “Godfather of Baggers” with a plethora of awards and a long association with Indian Motorcycle.

During the 2023 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Klock confirmed his acceptance of the Presidency saying, “Indian Motorcycle is near and dear to my heart. Having been part of the aftermarket advisory team since 2014 and designing many of the limited editions coming out of the factory, just like Ola, a custom show dedicated to Indian Motorcycle is something I’m really excited about. I cannot wait to meet everyone at Budweis next year and see their craftsmanship and incredible skills.”

Klock, his wife Vanessa, and other dignitaries including Stenegärd and Onno Wieringa, Official AMD World Championship photographer, will evaluate the entrants in seven distinct classes with one build also being awarded the prestigious Best In Show trophy.

In a shake-up to last year’s classes, the ClubStyle/Performance Baggers class has been introduced in keeping with current trends and, to allow even more creativity, the new Freestyle class is the only category where entrants do not need to be road legal. However, entries in all classes must be able to start and ride their builds onto the podium to accept their awards.

The seven classes designed to ensure that every participant has an opportunity to showcase their unique style and creativity are as follows:

• Indian Scout
• Indian Chief / Non-Fairing
• Indian Motorcycle Bagger
• Indian Motorcycle Vintage
• Indian FTR / Sportbike
• Indian Motorcycle Freestyle
• Indian Motorcycle ClubStyle / Performance Bagger

While ride-in entries will be accepted until Saturday, June 15, potential participants are encouraged to secure their spots through pre-registration. Pre-registration not only guarantees a place in the spotlight but also includes three complimentary entry tickets to the Indian Riders Fest 2024. Pre-registration closes on Friday, May 31, 2024. To register an entry, please use the form at:

www.budweiscustom.show/#BCS24form

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Motorsports is among the quickly developing disciplines with millions of fans globally. The rapid digitalization boosted user interest in this activity: currently, it’s easy to access any event with a few clicks and enjoy it wherever you are. Unsurprisingly, many prefer to make the race-watching even more thrilling by placing their bet on the tournament’s outcome. Online sportsbooks provide incredible opportunities to risk hunters. The best odds, juicy promotions, and many other benefits are available on their platforms.

Users often have a lot of questions when engaging in the betting world. The financial issue is the priority for many: since sportsbooks require depositing to place your prediction, selecting the right payment option is critical. So, what to choose, credit cards, e-wallets, cryptocurrencies, or something else? It’s essential to evaluate all the banking options the bookie offers and pick the best option – let’s sort everything out together.

Credit Cards

Even though there are many more innovative options, bookmakers that accept credit cards listed on CasinoGap.org remain at their peak. This payment solution has long been the top choice for billions of users, and it doesn’t seem to lose its relevance in 2024. Most people already own a bank card, so they won’t waste time launching an account to start betting. Have a look at the main benefits of this payment method:

• Broad accessibility: credit cards are available in most regions

• High level of security and appropriate data protection

• Acceptance by most bookmakers offering MotoGP betting

• Instant deposits and considerably quick withdrawals

It’s easy to use a credit card on online bookies’ websites, as a user should only enter their number and confirm the transaction to proceed with a top-up. On the other hand, credit card users may also face some drawbacks when betting for real money: 

• Availability of additional transaction fees

• Considerably slow payouts as compared to other methods

• Regional restrictions that users may face

Even though these pitfalls may be significant to punters, credit cards remain among the most widespread payment solutions in online betting. They are available on almost every bookmaker site, so finding where to bet on MotoGP won't be challenging.

E-Wallets

This deposit and withdrawal method is gaining popularity on the betting market, and not without reason. The innovative payment option allows users to proceed with instant money transfers on multiple platforms. PayPal, Neteller, Skrill, and other alternatives are accessible globally. This banking system provides bettors with the following advantages:

• Enhanced security for online sportsbooks’ members

• Convenience and simplicity of using e-wallets

• High transaction speed & low additional fees

• Low minimum deposits are available

• Possibility to proceed with instant payouts

PayPal is gaining popularity in online betting and gambling; however, other e-wallets are also in demand. Instant money transfers and the possibility of making bets safely with a few clicks attract punters. However, digital wallets also have some disadvantages:

• Availability of transaction fees during withdrawals

• Limited availability compared to credit cards

• Withdrawal limitations, which may be a problem for high rollers

Despite the above drawbacks, the benefits of e-wallets are still more significant for MotoGP punters. Instant deposits, quick withdrawals, and appropriate data protection are the key priorities for many users. Therefore, PayPal and other digital wallets are now on the rise, and many online sportsbooks offer this payment method for fast money transfers.

Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, and other coins created a lot of noise, transforming the global financial system. Even though the system was developed over a decade ago, it began gaining popularity in the betting industry for the past few years. Cryptocurrencies are a widespread payment solution on bookmakers’ sites, offering multiple benefits to users:

• Anonymous and secure deposits and withdrawals

• Instant transactions with minimum extra fees

• Chance to proceed with micropayments

• Increased bonuses for those using crypto

• Bitcoin is not subject to inflation

The decentralised financial system doesn’t imply intermediaries between a user and a betting website, so all transactions proceed immediately. However, this method has several drawbacks:

• Cryptocurrencies are highly volatile, which increases risks

• Some countries prohibit the usage of crypto in betting

• Transactions cannot be cancelled or refunded

A limited number of online sportsbooks offer their members to use crypto for MotoGP betting strategy. It may take time to find a worthy platform, but punters can get multiple benefits in exchange.

Which Option is the Most Convenient for MotoGP Betting?

Comparing all the above payment methods’ pros and cons allows users to predict their possible experiences and pick the most convenient option. For instance, while Bitcoin is anonymous, it’s prohibited in many countries’ sportsbooks. Therefore, it may take a while to find a suitable platform. On the other hand, credit cards are widespread globally and are available to every user. So, almost every betting site is suitable for their users. However, they won’t provide lucky winners with instant withdrawals; you will still have to take a while to receive your cash prize.

E-wallets are also gaining popularity among punters, as they are secure and reliable. However, they are still unavailable in some regions and require users to pass an additional verification. All in all, the choice of a payment method depends on the bettor’s preferences – but be responsible before making the final decision and placing your bet on MotoGP.

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JACOPO CERUTTI IS SECOND AT THE FINISH LINE IN MAURITANIA AND MAINTAINS THE LEADERSHIP IN THE STANDINGS

EXTRAORDINARY PERFORMANCE FOR ROOKIE FRANCESCO MONTANARI AS WELL, FINISHING FIFTH FOR HIS BEST PLACEMENT YET IN THE RALLY

After the well-deserved day of rest, the Africa Eco Race resumed yesterday with the sixth leg, from Dakhla, Morocco, to Chami, Mauritania. Both the Aprilia Tuaregs, entrusted to Jacopo Cerutti and a Francesco Montanari, were once again great protagonists, with Cerutti second and still leading the overall standings, and rookie Montanari putting in an outstanding performance, fifth with his best result since the start of the rally. 

In the 204 km of today’s special trials, Cerutti once again battled with his direct rivals in the standings, Alessandro Botturi and Pol Tarres. The rider from Como reached the destination in second place, just 1’07” behind the Spaniard and 45” ahead of Botturi. In the overall standings, the three-way battle gets more thrilling by the moment, with Cerutti’s Tuareg maintaining the lead at 1’58” over Tarres and 3 minutes ahead of Botturi, both on Yamahas.

For Aprilia, it was another picture perfect day, with both Tuaregs at the top thanks to Francesco Montanari’s fifth place, just 3’58” behind the winner. The rider from Como, in his very first raid of such an extraordinarily demanding calibre, thereby took his best result since the start of the race, also moving up to sixth place in the overall standings.

The seventh leg is scheduled for today, where the route will follow a ring-shaped path that starts and ends in Chami, for a total of 475 km, including 454 special trials.

For updates on all the news, follow the web page
www.aprilia.com/it_IT/aprilia-racing/aprilia-tuareg-rally/africa-eco-race/

JACOPO CERUTTI
“It was a strange leg. A large part of the route was straight but it was hard to identify the track and that made navigation complicated. In these conditions, I preferred managing the race without taking too many risks, so second place is fine; I didn’t lose much ground on my adversaries. We are already looking forward to today’s leg!”

FRANCESCO MONTANARI
“The route wasn’t one of the most thrilling ones, with lots of straight lines at high speed, but navigation was not at all simple, especially at the end, so I can consider myself satisfied. I didn’t make many mistakes and I navigated well, consistently maintaining a good pace.”

Riding a motorcycle will offer you a unique experience that feels unlike any other.

Although driving a bike comes with the benefits of easier parking, speed and low fuel costs, it also has an increased risk associated with it. Motorcycles are more exposed to accidents, and statistics show that each year, a high number of motorcycle riders are seriously injured or killed. For example, in 2020, the number of motorcyclists killed reached 4,308 in Great Britain. 

Image source - Image by Freepik 

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Sunday 21^st January
9am – 5pm
 
Having first met at the Ace in January 1952, Ace Cafe London’s annual AJS & Matchless Day, this year celebrates the 72nd anniversary of the founding of the “Jampot” Owners Club at the cafe!
 
 See you at the Ace!