Category: Events and Shows

1. Off-road Legend Chris Birch to Showcase World-class Riding at ABR Festival 2023

   Posted on 12:00pm Friday 5th May 2023

   Legendary off-road rider and Kriega ambassador, Chris Birch, confirmed for ABR Festival 2023

   • Birch to showcase world-class ability in one-off riding demo in the Adventure Park

   • Visitors to hear Chris Birch speak at the Bridgestone Campfire Stage on Saturday afternoon

   • The festival will welcome a star-studded line-up of adventure bikers and travellers, with over 35 speakers now confirmed

   • Headline names include Elspeth Beard, Ted Simon, RyanF9, Dylan Wickrama and Nick Sanders

   • Limited weekend tickets are still available, but limited in number

   Legendary off-road rider and Kriega ambassador,Chris Birch, is the latest big-name to confirm their attendance for this year’s ABR Festival.

   Birch, a multiple New Zealand Enduro overall champion and two-time Red Bull Romaniacs winner, is widely considered as one of the world's most skilled and versatile off-road riders to have ever lived.

   Making his ABR Festival debut this coming June, Chris will be flying in from his native New Zealand and is scheduled to showcase his world-class ability in a one-off riding demo in the Adventure Park, alongside some of the world’s best riders.

   This is a rare opportunity for festival visitors to witness Chris’s breath-taking riding skills in person; a chance to see one of the world’s greatest and most talented adventure riders in action.

   As well as exhibiting his riding skills, Chris will take to the Bridgestone Campfire Stage as a speaker on Saturday afternoon, entertaining audiences with his experiences and anecdotes from his illustrious riding career.

   Commenting on the announcement, Chris Birch said, “I’m excited to be at the ABR Festival this year. It looks like a good time on motorbikes and I’m looking forward to being there. I’ll be doing some riding demos and a bit of a talk. But mainly, I’ll be there to hang out, meet as many people as possible and enjoy some good times on bikes. I’m very much looking forward to it.”

   Chris Birch will be joining a growing list of impressive riders and adventurers at the 2023 ABR Festival, which is set to take place at the picturesque Ragley Hall Estate on the 23-25 June. Over 35 speakers have now been announced to appear at this year’s event, with more to be confirmed in the coming weeks.

   Visitors will be able to rub shoulders and hear inspirational tales from their biking heroes, with the likes of Elspeth Beard, Ted Simon, Nick Sanders, Steph Jeavons, Lyndon Poskitt and Dylan Wickrama all confirmed.

   In addition to the packed roster of adventure motorcycling legends will be a contingent motorcycling vloggers and content creators including The Missenden Flyer, The Girl on a Bike and MotoBob - as well as Youtube superstar Ryan Kluftinger, AKA RyanF9.

   Ryan will once again make the trip over from his native city of Vancouver, Canada to attend the festival, delivering a series of YouTube and content-based presentations and interviews. A must-see for any aspiring motorcycle content creators.

   Commenting on the recent Chris Birch announcement, Bryn Davies, Head of Marketing at ABR Festival stated, “Ever since I saw Chris Birch making a KTM 1190 Adventure look like a trials bike on YouTube, I wanted to see him live. Now, with the help of Kriega, we’re able to show his jaw-dropping talent to everyone at the ABR Festival. With Chris flying over from New Zealand for the event, it really shows the draw the ABR Festival has, and visitors are in for a real treat with the rider displays we have planned. This year’s festival will be one to remember for sure.”

   Meet legendary adventure biker and enduro racer Chris Birch, only at this year’s Adventure Bike Rider Festival. Promising more speakers, more bikes, more trails, more entertainment, more test rides and more exhibitors than ever before, the ABR Festival returns to Ragley Hall Estate on 23-25 June 2023.

   Weekend tickets are still available for only £149 from the ABR Festival website at www.abrfestival.com but are limited in number. Weekend tickets will guarantee visitors three-day access to the festival which includes all of the attractions and entertainment, as well as two nights of camping within the picturesque grounds of the Ragley Hall Estate.

2. Indian Motorcycle Invites Women To “Just Ride” On International Female Ride Day

   Posted on 12:00pm Saturday 29th Apr 2023

   Indian Motorcycle is celebrating International Female Ride Day (IFRD) around the world with group rides, dealer events, and demo rides to further empower, recognise and welcome the participation of women in motorcycling and invites female Indian Motorcycle riders to “Just Ride” on Saturday May 6, whether solo, with friends or on an organised ride

   The IFRD has put the spotlight on women riders and the female motorsports arena for 17 years aiming to keep women at the forefront of riding and encourage new women to join, while promoting the diversity of women already engaged in all aspects of the powersports industry.

   A focal point for events in Europe will be a group ride in France from Toulouse to Nice, May 2-6. With participants from the U.S., Canada and across Europe, riders will cover some of the best roads in France with a celebratory party, also open to the public, waiting for them at Indian Motorcycle Nice.

   May 2 – Toulouse to Montpellier
   May 3 – Montpellier to Marseille
   May 4 – Marseille to Nice
   May 5 – Rest Day
   May 6 – IFRD Party at Indian Motorcycle Nice

   Women riders in France are invited to join influential names from across the online motorcycle community in Jess Wise, Caroline Cora, Jasmine Rose, Courtney Boyd, Deimante Meilune and Sophie Molesti on their ride, even if just for a few kilometres, to elevate the voice of the women rider and celebrate their passion for riding.

   Social links:

   Carolina Cora

   Courtney Boyd

   Deimante Meilune –  YouTube

   Jasmine Rose – The Litas Los Angeles

   Jess Wise – The Litas

   Sophie Molesti

   Participation in IFRD is free and easy and takes place Saturday, May 6, in over 120 countries and everyone is encouraged to join in the conversation by sharing photos of their rides and what riding means to them on social media using the hashtags #IFRD2023, #FocusFemaleForward and #internationalfemalerideday.

   For more information on the International Female Ride Day please visit the WEBSITE.

   For more information on Indian Motorcycle visit IndianMotorcycle.eu and follow along on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

3. Motorcycle Live and Bikesure Insurance renew sponsorship agreement

   Posted on 12:00pm Tuesday 21st Mar 2023

   Motorcycle Live, the UK’s largest motorcycle and scooter show, is pleased to extend its partnership with specialist UK Motorcycle broker, Bikesure Insurance for 2023.  

   Following the announcement of the partnership in 2019, the two brands have worked together to deliver the UK’s number one motorcycle show at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, to tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts from around the country.

   Finlay McAllan, Managing Director of Motorcycle Live, comments: “We’re just as excited about announcing the renewal of Bikesure’s sponsorship as we were with the initial announcement back in 2019, it’s a real testament to the strong working relationship between the brands. The show landscape has certainly changed in the last few years, but our commitment to creating a show that’s interactive and good value for visitors has remained the same - a vision the team at Bikesure share.”

   Grant Varnham, Business Development Manager, Bikesure Insurance said: “No other motorcycle show supports our industry or has the ability to inspire the next generation of riders like Motorcycle Live can, which is why we’re incredibly proud to continue our sponsorship in 2023. With representation from the major motorcycle manufacturers, plenty of chances to jump on a bike and something for riders and non-riders of all ages and abilities, Motorcycle Live should be in everyone’s calendar.”

   Motorcycle Live 2023 will take place at The NEC, Birmingham from 18 – 26 November. Tickets are on sale now – for an ‘early bird’ rate, visit www.motorcyclelive.co.uk.

4. Suzuki Live returns for 2023

   Posted on 12:00pm Sunday 19th Mar 2023

   Suzuki Live will return for 2023, with a full weekend of activity planned at Cadwell Park on 15-16 July, including track sessions, a new adventure bike zone, trade stands and displays, plus special guests.

   Spread over both Saturday and Sunday, the event will again bring together track sessions for classic and modern machines, with novice, intermediate, and experienced groups available for pre and post-2000 Suzukis. There will also be a number of classic race bike parades across the two days.

   A new adventure bike zone will give V-Strom owners the chance to take their bike off-road, as well as test ride the new V-Strom 1050DE and all-new V-Strom 800DE. The zone – free to enjoy over the weekend – will include expert tuition, a skills area, and a test ride loop through woodland and undulating terrain.

   Out on the roads local to Cadwell Park, visitors will be able to test ride other models in Suzuki’s on-road range, including the new GSX-8S, GSX-S1000GT, GSX-S1000, and the iconic Hayabusa.

   Joining in the fun will be the likes of three-time British Superbike champion John Reynolds, former National Superstock 1000 champion Taylor Mackenzie, and former 500 Grand Prix racer and British champion Steve Parrish.

   Suzuki GB’s head of motorcycle marketing, Ian Bland, said, “Last year’s Suzuki Live event took place in glorious sunshine and was a spectacular day out for us and for everyone that joined. So much so, we couldn’t wait to extend it to a full weekend of track activity, parades, displays, and entertainment., and also add a new adventure bike zone. It’s going to be a full weekend of Suzuki-themed fun, and we’re excited to join our customers on road and track this summer.”

   Track day sessions for the full weekend are available for £229, with race bike parade spots costing £199, and both all include camping and evening entertainment on Saturday night, which will feature trophy presentations, lively stories from the star guests, and a live band.

   Traders and clubs can also book display space.

   Places can be booked here.

   Watch the video from the 2022 event, here.

5. Run the Hill, be the Star of the Show. Limited places and must be booked in advance. Got your entry in yet?

   Posted on 9:00am Wednesday 15th Mar 2023

   Booking is now open for:

   Run the Hill: entries are filling fast, have you got your entry in yet? Paddock Specials: entry (our invited guests) is nearly full. If you've got something really special, apply now!  Static Arena: our showcase for Customs, Shed Builds, Butchered Classics, Vintage - show quality bikes to drool over and talk bikey stuff. Get in touch if you want to be part of the show. Advance Tickets (general admission) - save 25% on the Gate Price, book now. Under 16's still go FREE. Exhibitor Booking: now open