Category: Events and Shows

1. WORLD’S BIGGEST CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE SHOW TO CELEBRATE 100 OFFICIAL YEARS OF TT RACING

   Posted on 12:00pm Thursday 24th Jan 2019

   THE Isle of Man TT races were first staged in 1907 – but the milestone 100th meeting will only be marked later this year.

   Two world wars, plus the UK foot and mouth epidemic which caused the cancellation of much UK sport including the TT, took out a total of 12 years, meaning 100 years of TT racing can be celebrated all over again.

   Event organiser Mortons Media Group will be celebrating this special anniversary with a spectacular TT theme at its firmly established Stafford International Classic MotorCycle Show on April 27-28, 2019, where top-name riders and the famous machines that carried them to victory around one of the most famous race circuits in the world will be on display.

   Headlining the impressive list of star guests are current TT stars Ian Hutchinson and Tom and Ben Birchall, with an impressive 24 TT wins between them.

   ‘Hutchy’, as he is known to his legion of fans, has proved to be something of a bionic man, having twice come back from serious injury which on both occasions almost cost him a leg. Clearly with a few tales to tell, his on-stage interviews are not to be missed.

   Likeable brothers Ben and Tom Birchall have dominated the sidecar TT in recent years, winning the last five races. The pair, who clinched their third world title in 2018, will also have their TT winning outfit on display and will be on stage during Saturday and Sunday.

   Adding to the galaxy of TT stars will be nine-time TT winner Charlie Williams. Not only will Charlie have one of his TT winning Yamahas on display, but he plans to launch his long-awaited autobiography at the show too. Fans’ favourite John Cooper intends to launch his biography on the same weekend, with both stars signing copies for fans.

   Running the stage sessions is none other than the show’s resident compere, Lincolnshire ace Steve Plater. Joined by flying Scot and fellow two-time TT winner Alex George, Plater will find himself on the other end of the microphone for once as he joins his fellow riders to talk about all things TT.

   Not forgetting its classic roots, the star line-up will include former Honda factory team-mates from the Sixties, Tommy Robb and Jim Redman.

   Of course the TT isn’t just about the riders. The show aims to host the most eclectic display of 10 genuine former TT machines ever assembled. The collection includes a 1926 AJS GR10, which finished third in that year’s TT in the hands of Frank Longman; an ex-HG Tyrell-Smith 1932 works Rudge, which also finished third in that year’s Junior TT race; a minuscule 50cc Honda CR110, a three-cylinder MV Agusta, a 1984 Ducati TT2 with TT history and an ex-Joey Dunlop RC45.

   Now in its 39^th year, the Carole Nash International Classic MotorCycle Show has already received hundreds of bookings from traders, clubs and exhibitors, with organisers working hard to deliver another stellar event. Deemed to be the largest classic bike show in the world, thousands of visitors flock to Stafford County Showground every year from all corners of the UK and Europe. It’s a must-attend event for any motorcycle enthusiast.

   For more information, please visit www.staffordclassicbikeshows.com

2. New Built not Bought Custom Bike Show comes to MCN Scottish Motorcycle Show!

   Posted on 12:00pm Tuesday 15th Jan 2019

   Introducing the new Built not Bought Custom Bike Show
   
   New for 2019 is the Built not Bought Custom Bike Show in association with JM Customs. Entries are now open to any owners wishing to enter the various categories who can contact James at JM Customs directly via [email protected]. This promises to be a stunning display of show stopping metal and the very best Scotland has to offer!

   The categories include:
   1. Classic/Vintage
   2. Street Fighter-Sports
   3. Custom Chopper- Cruiser
   4. Retro Custom (Café Racer- Scrambler)
   5.Best Custom Paint
   6.Best In Show - Colin Rutherford Memorial Trophy

3. National Road Rally "The BEST excuse ever for a ride out" 6th & 7th July 2019

   Posted on 12:00pm Tuesday 1st Jan 2019

   Be part of one of the UK's BEST Biking Road Rallies... If you can ride a motorcycle and read a map, the ultimate biker's destination has to be The National Road Rally!

   With a range of entry levels there is a route for everyone, beginner to seasoned rider. Set your own target from 120 to 540 miles. Controls are situated countrywide so never to far from home. Why not make it a team effort and form a team with friends or fellow club members. Finish your ride at one of the multiple final controls positioned around the country.

   venue: Multiple Start Controls placed through out the country. See website for more information and previous years control matrix's.

   price: Pre-book: £30 per rider/£10 passenger - Closing date 19th June.

   www.nationalroadrally.co.uk

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4. The Legendary Harley-Davidson in the City Motorcycle Festival... Keeping the thunder alive!

   Posted on 12:00pm Sunday 16th Dec 2018

   2019 Festival Venue & Date Change

   The 2018 event was one of the most successful festivals ever held in Brechin, with approximately over 18,000 visitors over the entire weekend, as well as over 750 motorcycles of all types in attendance.

   It was the popularity of the event this year which required the Event Management Team to look at public safety, site capacity, traffic management and the general disruption the event caused to retailers and residents in the town centre during the Saturday element of the festival, with the Sunday element located on River Street for the first time, and feedback from residents was very positive.
   
   The Management Team has a duty of responsibility to ensure as far as is reasonable, the event is safe for all, and taking into consideration feedback from traders, the public and businesses in the town centre, the town centre location had reached capacity with no options to expand the festival site further.
   

   So after 7 years of being in the town centre, it has been decided to change the location of the event within Brechin. This decision was not taken lightly, and was done after consultation with Police Scotland, Angus Council and other relevant parties.
   

   From 2019, the festival in its entirety will be located in the River Street area, as this has the capacity to accommodate all elements, with the camping and caravan facilities nearby, as well as good parking facilities for visitors and ease of access for disabled. It was also felt that the relocation of the event would enhance awareness of this scenic area of the town, and accommodate future growth of more motorcycles, traders and visitors attending Brechin.
   

   The weekend long event has continued to grow in popularity, with the 40+ mile ‘Thunder Run’ one of the main attractions on the Saturday. Starting from Brechin Castle with the support of Lord Dalhousie, before riding through the town and touring Angus and returning to Brechin. There are no plans to change this element of the festival. Having successfully avoided clashing with other major events in Angus for the last few years, the festival was advised it would clash with the Glamis Extravaganza for the next few years if the proposed dates were left unchanged.

   Therefore, following discussions with Police Scotland, Angus Council and Event Scotland, the HDITC Festival will now be held on the weekend incorporating the first Sunday in July going forward.

   So for 2019, the event will be on the 6th & 7th July, in 2020 on the 4th & 5th July, and in 2021 on the 3rd & 4th July.
   
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5. Unlock the secrets of great driving or riding at UK racing circuits with IAM RoadSmart’s Skills Days

   Posted on 12:00pm Wednesday 28th Nov 2018

   The 2019 schedule for IAM RoadSmart’s ever-popular Skills Days has been announced; the perfect way to sharpen up driving or riding skills in your own car or motorbike at top racing circuits around the UK.

   The Skills Days, run by the UK’s biggest independent road safety charity, take place from April to September at Croft, Mallory Park and Thruxton circuits – all tracks steeped in motorsport history.

   Skills Days are open to anyone with a full car or motorcycle licence, and any road-legal car or motorbike. You do not have to be an IAM RoadSmart member to take part.

   They involve working either one-to-one in a car, or in a very small group on motorcycles with a dedicated instructor. During a day that aims to be fun as well as safe, drivers and riders taking part can expect to learn new techniques and gain greater understanding about the capability of their car or motorcycle.

   Expect to learn about your own capabilities and that of your machine; entry, apex and exit points, how they vary from road to circuit; where to brake, when and how much to brake, how it feels in an emergency; controlled, progressive, smooth cornering; and how to use the accelerator or throttle to add stability to the car or motorcycle when cornering.

   Here is the full schedule of motorcycle days:

   Tuesday 9 April – Thruxton

   Wednesday 15 May – Mallory Park

   Tuesday 28 May – Thruxton

   Tuesday 18 June – Thruxton

   Tuesday 25 June – Croft

   Tuesday 9 July – Thruxton

   Tuesday 16 July – Mallory Park (ladies’ day)

   Tuesday 27 August – Thruxton

   Wednesday 11 September – Mallory Park

   Tuesday 17 September – Thruxton

   Here are the car days:

   Monday 8 April – Thruxton

   Wednesday 12 June – Mallory Park

   Monday 16 September - Thruxton

   Queen of Bikers and IAM RoadSmart ambassador, Maria Costello, will be leading the ladies’ motorcycle Skills Day at Mallory Park on 16 July.

   Maria has made more than 40 starts at the daunting Isle of Man TT and returned there this summer. She became the first woman ever to claim a podium at the 2016 Classic TT alongside 23 times TT winner John McGuinness.

   For five years Maria held the Guinness World Record as the fastest woman to lap the Isle of Man TT course, when she lapped the Snaefell mountain course at an average speed of 114.73 mph in 2004.

   Mike Quinton, IAM RoadSmart Chief Executive Officer, said: “Skills Days are all about advancing the ability of drivers, riders and their machines, guided by experts in a safe controlled environment.

   “We will help you unlock the secrets of getting the best from your car or bike, how to handle your machine to the best of its capabilities, without risking yourself or people around you. Safe driving can also be fun driving and our Skills Days are the key to that.

   “Launched at the Motorcycle Live event at the NEC this week, Skills Days are flying out so book soon.”

   Motorcycle days are £149 per rider (full day). Car days are £135 a driver (half day).

   For more information visit our dedicated web page on Skills day here: https://www.iamroadsmart.com/skillsday or call our booking hotline on 0300 303 1134.