Category: Events and Shows

1. What to look forward to at Motorcycle Live 2022...

   Posted on 12:00pm Friday 7th Oct 2022

   Motorcycle Live in association with Bikesure Insurance opens its doors at the NEC, Birmingham, from Saturday 19 November to Sunday 27 November. Four halls packed with over 50 manufacturers, free opportunities to get on two wheels, meet racers and celebrities, watch live entertainment on the Blackhorse Stage and win great prizes. Here’s a closer look at what’s happening inside Motorcycle Live 2022… 

   It’s the first chance to see the latest new models from over 50 manufacturers, all under one roof and for many models, their debut in the UK. It’s a great chance try them out for size, before speaking to knowledgeable staff on the stand for more information. 

   It’s not just new bikes on show either, the Classic Feature supported by the National Motorcycle Museum will be celebrating 120 years of Triumph and restoring a 1923 Triumph Junior Lightweight “Baby” 2.5hp live. Fans of custom will love this year’s Custom Heroes stand, supported by Back Street Heroes, where some unique machines will be displayed.  The 'Dream Garage' will also be showcasing 10 of the top picks from the Motorcycle Live star-studded panel. 

   Not only can two-wheeled machines be admired at the show, they can also be ridden with free riding opportunities for all ages and abilities. Whether you’re 18 months old and take to the purpose-built Kiddimoto track, don’t have a licence and want to try out two wheels for the first time in the MCIA TryRide zone sponsored by MCN, or take to the dirt track in Experience Adventure - it’s all included in the price of your ticket. There’s even the chance to head out on the open road for a test ride on petrol or electric powered machines in the Test Ride Zone. Where required, kit is kindly provided by Shoei, Sidi, Spada, RST and Bell. Electric converts or those wishing to make their first foray into the world of electric power can try out some of the latest electric offerings on the purpose-built track in the Electric Test Ride Zone. 

   The much-loved Blackhorse Stage will take its place at the heart of the show with a packed schedule of rider and celebrity interviews, fun and games. James Whitham will be back presenting ‘Whitham Talks’ every day over the course of the week, chatting with a variety of guests. Every day at 1pm, two teams of racing stars and celebrities will go head-to-head in ‘Visordown - Question of Bikes’, a Q&A game with multiple rounds and a lot of curveballs. Win prizes with ‘Bike Trac Stronger for Longer’,  'R&G Wheel Change Challenge', the ‘Visin Bike Balance’ and the brand new 'Gerbing' heated clothing game!

   Bringing the whole family has never been easier - advanced tickets are priced at £22* for adults, £1** for children aged 6-18 and under 5’s go free**. There’s plenty to do for all ages, including a ‘zoom-tastic’ Ricky Zoom colouring competition with the opportunity to win one of three Ricky Zoom prize bundles, the Kiddimoto Balance Bike Experience and the Youth MX Experience. 

   Motorcycle Live 2022 in association with Bikesure Insurance takes place at The NEC, Birmingham from 19-27 November. See You There! 

2. Ducati Live from London, an exclusive ‘first of its kind’ event, hosted at the UK’s landmark new store in London

   Posted on 12:00pm Tuesday 27th Sep 2022

   • Ducati Live from London will take place on Wednesday 28th September 2022
   • The event will be broadcast live on YouTube and Ducati social channels (Starting at 7pm BST)
   • The new Ducati London store is in the heart of the Capital, in the railway arches of Vauxhall

   London, Tuesday 27th September 2022 - Ducati Live, will be an exclusive ‘first of its kind’ event, hosted at the UK’s landmark new store, Ducati Live will be a celebration of everything that Ducati stands for: Style, Sophistication, Performance.

   Ducati is not just a motorcycle company. It is a diversified universe in which passion is a generating force that gives life to exclusive products, innovative technologies, and unmistakable style. Taking on formidable feats and uniting a community of people around the world, animated by the same spirit of belonging.

   Those lucky few who will be in attendance are sure to be the envy of Ducatisti worldwide as the event will be broadcast live on YouTube and Ducati social channels (Starting at 6.45pm BST).

   Special guests from the Ducati world and celebrities alike will be in attendance as well as a selection of truly special Ducati motorcycles. The evening will be hosted by TV presenter Rachel Stringer who will conduct live interviews featuring guest Q&A with Ducati VIPs including Claudio Domenicali – Ducati CEO, fellow Board Members Andrea Ferraresi – Ducati Centro Stile Director, Patrizia Cianetti – Marketing and Communication Director and Chaz Davies - Former Ducati WSBK Racer, Ducati Development and Rider Coach.

   The new dealership of the Capital is in an ideal central position, in the railway arches of Vauxhall. A significant investment has been made resulting in a showroom designed to offer the best Ducati experience in a premium, yet welcoming environment.

   Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=js-fn-3-Bas

   Further information about Ducati Live from London can be found here: https://www.ducati.com/gb/en/events-uk/ducati-live-from-london

3. NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM “LIVE” SAT 29/10/22 AND SUN 30/10/22.

   Posted on 12:00pm Tuesday 20th Sep 2022

   Following the huge success of National Motorcycle Museum LIVE as a two day show last year, the event continues as a weekend event in 2022! As always, this is the time when everyone can visit us free* of charge and enjoy a host of exciting free attractions including HENRY COLE AND FRIENDS live on stage.

   *Car parking charges apply.

   Museum Live 2022 Timetable: To assist visitors, everyone arriving on site will be given a free timetable with a full list & timings of all the day’s exciting, free, events.

   Free Museu Entry: Everyone is invited to viit the museum collection free-of-charge!

   Indoor Trade Area: The event will feature a large indoor trade area held within the warm & dry surroundings of both the National Motorcycle Museum and our conference facilities.

   The event will also feature trade stands & displays from many well-known names including Central Wheel Components Ltd, H&H Classic Auctions, Sealey Tools, with no less than five manufacturers in attendance; BSA, Triumph, Norton, Royal Enfield & Langen.

   The museum shop will be open throughout the event selling a huge range of classic motorcycling books, clothing & memorabilia.

   Meet The Experts presented in association with Central Wheel Components Ltd: In attendance will be some of the museum’s specialist suppliers & craftsmen (including our own restoration team) as well as other classic motorcycling personalities who will be available to chat and answer questions. Don’t miss the LIVE wheel building demos by Central Wheel Components Ltd.

   Henry Cole LIVE Stage shows

   We are delighted to welcome TV star HENRY COLE back to our LIVE stage. The most popular event feature by far, “HENRY COLE & FRIENDS” will feature popular personalities from Henry’s TV shows including HENRY COLE and ALLEN MILLYARD with more to be announced!

   Held on the stage in the museum’s magnificent Britannia suite, TT legend & TV presenter- rider STEVE PLATER will host these two brilliant FREE TO ENTER stage shows at 11.00am & 2.00pm which will take place on BOTH DAYS of the event.

   Other motorcycling personalities from the past and present will also be in attendance including the legendary STEVE PARRISH (Saturday) and 8-time TT Winner PETER HICKMAN (Sunday).

   Henry Cole, Allen Millyard, Steve Plater, Steve Parrish and Peter Hickman will be holding special signing sessions at the event when they will all be autographing your memorabilia.

   Museum LIVE “Start Up” Feature:

   See & HEAR some of the most famous race machines in the world started up in our LIVE start-up feature which will take place on stage in the museum’s Britannia Suite.

   Bikes old and new will include some of the museum’s famous racing inventory as well as ex-MotoGP bikes courtesy of feature coordinator Roger Charlesworth & Phil Morris Racing.

   Back again for 2022, genius special builder ALLEN MILLYARD will be firing up his monstrous Millyard Viper V10 with its 8 litre Dodge Viper engine producing 500 BHP!

   Food Court & Bar:

   Fantastic catering provided by the museum’s chefs will be available in our Premier Suite food court & bar area.

   Also, our famous breakfast BBQ will be available from 8.30am onwards.

   Plus The Draw For The Best Classic Motorcycle Raffle Prize In The World:

   Our summer 2022 raffle to win a gorgeous 1958 BSA DBD 34 Gold Star will be drawn by Henry Cole live on stage during the afternoon of Sun 30/10/22.

   You can enter to win this amazing prize with raffle tickets available to purchase online from: www.thenmm.co.uk

   Parking*:

   Car parking for the event is just £15.00 per car with motorcycle parking absolutely free. Given the event’s huge popularity, the museum encourages car sharing which makes this nominal parking charge even better value!

   For further Museum Live 2022 updates/timetable see www.thenmm.co.uk

    

   The National Motorcycle Museum

   Conveniently located in the heart of the Midlands Transport Network, with Birmingham international railway station just a five-minute taxi ride away. At over 1000 machines the National Motorcycle Museum is not only the largest collection of British Motorcycles in the World but also an award-winning venue with conferencing and events facilities. 

4. NEW BSA GOLD STAR TAKES PRIDE OF PLACE AT THE NMM.

   Posted on 12:00pm Friday 26th Aug 2022

   Now firmly in situ, the brand new BSA Gold Star Legacy Edition has pride of place in the museum inner foyer.

   Thanks to our friends at BSA, we are delighted to have the bike with us so that all our wonderful visitors can see this magnificent machine up close & personal, with the opportunity to register their interest in becoming a proud owner!

   It’s the perfect trip out to see this beautiful new bike, plus have a coffee, slice of cake, and visit the museum collection!

   The National Motorcycle Museum is open 7 days a week 8.30am - 5.30pm.

5. Celebrate the MGB’s 60th birthday at the British Motor Museum!

   Posted on 12:00pm Thursday 18th Aug 2022

   The British Motor Museum will celebrate the 60^th birthday of the MGB at a special event on Sunday 25 September. This event will appeal to anyone who loves MGB cars, whether they have owned one in the past, know someone who has one or would simply like to see some of these iconic cars proudly displayed together. The cars will be displayed outside the front of the Museum from 10am – 4pm.

   Visitors can enjoy a number of special arena events with interviews by commentators and experts on selected cars and their owners. There will be a timeline of MGB Roadster cars from 1962 to 1980 and the MGB GT from 1965 to 1980, showcasing a car from each production year. Visitors can also enjoy entertainment from popular singing trio 'My Favourite Things' and Kev Read, an acoustic singer.

   Inside the Museum, visitors will find a number of milestone moments from MG history such as the 1925 ‘Old Number One’ which was the inspiration for the MG sports car. There is also a special cross sectioned MGB GT that shows the inner workings and design of this famous car.

   The MGB Register of the MG Car Club is also offering visitors the opportunity to purchase Event Rally Plates and other Regalia to commemorate the anniversary which can be purchased from their event website www.mgb60.com

   Tom Caren, Show Manager at the British Motor Museum stated “We’re delighted to be hosting this special event to celebrate the 60^th birthday of the iconic MGB with displays, live music and commentary. A landmark anniversary like this doesn’t come along very often so please do join us and make the most of a superb day out!”

   Vehicle display is just £10 which includes entry to display a vehicle and admission. Vehicle entries close on Friday 3 September.  Show tickets cost £14.50 per adult, £9 per child, £12.50 per concession and £40 for a family. All tickets must be pre-booked and include entry to the Museum and the Jaguar Heritage Trust Collection.

   For more information about the event please or call 01926 895300 or visit https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/mgb-60th-anniversary