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Category: Events and Shows

  1. Join the electric revolution at Motorcycle Live

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    Motorcycle Live in association with Bikesure Insurance is looking forward to welcoming back visitors to The NEC, Birmingham from Saturday 4- Sunday 12 December. Many manufacturers are eager to display their new product portfolio demonstrating the innovative technology and commitment to building electric powered motorcycles. If getting up close to new products appeals to you, then don't miss out on a brand new feature at Motorcycle Live - the Electric Test Ride Zone. 

    For visitors looking to electrify their ride, with their first ever electric motorcycle purchase, or even looking for an upgrade for the 2022 riding season, the Electric Test Ride Zone is the perfect destination. An array of models will be available to test ride indoors, so visitors can get a real feel for the power and responsiveness of how an electric motorcycle rides and handles.

    Why not take the opportunity to speak with product experts on their stands, who will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about the realities, possibilities and benefits of riding an electric scooter/motorcycle. 

    Finlay McAllan (Managing Director, Motorcycle Live) said: “It's fantastic to see Motorcycle Live be home to a brand new feature, and this shows our commitment to ensuring we provide relevant content and entertainment for our visitors. Not only will some of the large manufacturers be showcasing their electric range and their vision of future mobility; it's great to see start-up companies display their solution to providing affordable, electric transport for the masses"

    Motorcycle Live 2021 returns to The NEC, Birmingham on Saturday 4 December with doors opening at 09:00am. Discounted advanced tickets are now on-sale and available from motorcyclelive.co.uk.

     

     

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  2. Prescott Bike Festival 2022 Booking Now Open

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    Barring the Zombie Apocalypse, we’re (definitely) running Bike Fest on June 26th 2022 and we're looking forward to welcoming you back. Bikes, bikes and more bikes. Lots of bikes running the hill and loads of bikes to look at and talk about over a beer, coffee and some decent food.

    If you've already bought tickets or entries for the 2020 or 2021 dates, we'll be in touch with you directly with more information.

    • Rolling back to better days, an awesome one day event.
    • We've parted company with the Custom Show and beefed up our Featured Club, next year it's Butchered Classics.
    • Introduced a covered display area in the Orchard
    • Held all our prices from 2019
    • Paddock Specials
    • Be the Show - Run the Hill
    • Special Guests, top of the bill, Steve Parrish
    • Plus all the other stuff we know you like

    Finally, from myself, the Bike Fest Team Leaders, everyone at Severn Freewheelers and the Blood Bike community; please take care, keep yourself, your families and friends safe and well. I look forward to seeing you all in 2022.

    My best wishes
    Gordon
    Festival Organiser

    Prescott Bike Festival 2022

  3. Check Out Brand New Models at Motorcycle Live

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    Motorcycle Live, in association with Bikesure Insurance, returns to The NEC, Birmingham from Saturday 4 – Sunday 12 December. Over 55 manufacturers have confirmed their attendance including BMW, CCM, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Suzuki and Triumph. There are also a range of up and coming manufacturers showcasing their products and solutions to mobility with electric motorcycles, designed with the rider and their lifestyle in mind. 

    With the 2022 riding season just around the corner, now is the perfect opportunity to stop by each manufacturer's stand and see what catches your eye. You'll remain able to sit on, have pictures with, and adopt the classic poses on your favourite models - just like you always have! 

    What makes Motorcycle Live even more special this year is the confirmation of brand new 2022 models making their global and UK debut. There are a number of UK premieres planned throughout the nine days - forget waiting to read about them, visit them at The NEC to see, touch and experience them first hand.

    Finlay McAllan (Managing Director, Motorcycle Live) said: “We are excited to have worked closely with both industry leading and brand new manufacturers to create an exciting platform for our audience to revel in. With so many brand new products being launched and unveiled this year, our visitors will be one of the first around the world to see these amazing new products in the flesh."

    Motorcycle Live 2021 returns to The NEC, Birmingham on Saturday 4 December with doors opening at 09:00am. Discounted advanced tickets are now on-sale and available from motorcyclelive.co.uk.

  4. BEST OF BRITISH STARS CONFIRMED FOR THE CLASSIC DIRT BIKE SHOW 2022

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    A nine-time British Enduro Championship winner, plus one of the scene’s biggest characters, means the upcoming Classic Dirt Bike Show sponsored by Hagon Shocks returns with a bang after its Covid-enforced break.

    Returning to the Telford International Centre over the weekend of February 12-13, the event will once again draw in the biggest names from the off-road scene with two off-road legends being confirmed as the guests of honour.

    Eldest son of Pete (manufacturer of Dalesmans in the 1960s) and elder brother to multi Enduro world champion Paul, Derrick Edmondson is a nine-time class winner of the British Enduro Championship, BBC TV Kickstart trials rider, plus mechanic/mentor to two of the world’s greatest trials riders. Derrick will be interviewed throughout the weekend as the commentator delves into his career.

    There’s perhaps no bigger character in the off-road scene than Arthur Browning, who has also been confirmed as a star guest for the show. Tall in the saddle and big with the stories, Arthur has done it all: One of the all-time great Enduro riders (nine golds over a 16-year span), a top-flight scrambler, a professional speedway rider for nine years, a British championship grass tracker and a pretty good trials rider who once got runner-up in a world championship round. Arthur will also be on stage over the weekend sharing his classic tales during his extensive career.

    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

  5. WORLD CLASS SHOW SECURES NEW VENUE FOR OCTOBER 2022

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    The International Dirt Bike Show has secured a spectacular new venue as the 2022 show is set to be bigger than ever! Europe’s largest off-road show will be held at the Telford International Centre from Friday, October 28 – Sunday, October 30, 2022 and is set to feature new bike and product launches for 2023 as well as top-notch entertainment.

    After stints at Stoneleigh Park and Staffordshire Showground, the International Dirt Bike Show will relocate to its most spacious venue yet and from Friday, October 28 to Sunday, October 30, 2022.

    Before that, the acclaimed Classic Dirt Bike Show will take its usual place at the venue, being staged next year on February 12-13.

    Event planner Nick Mowbray says: “We are delighted to be moving the International Dirt Bike Show to the Telford International Centre, which we know extremely well from hosting our annual Classic Dirt Bike Show. Our new venue will allow the show to expand and provide further opportunity for new features.”

    Nick added that while it was important to maintain the grass roots of the event, moving to this practical and popular venue will allow the show to develop and bring in new elements which will all be revealed in due course. Focusing the action on Telford, located in the heart of the UK, means easy access for dirt bike fans from across the country.

    Follow the International Dirt Bike Show on social media for the latest news, or find out more information at www.dirtbikeshow.co.uk