Category: Events and Shows

1. Mick Bray - one of our competition winners

   Posted on 9:50am Monday 23rd Jun 2014

   We had a great weekend at The Farmyard Party, and it was all thanks to you guys at THE BIKER GUIDE...

   
   Thanks again!

2. Donington Park Announcement

   Posted on 9:11am Monday 23rd Jun 2014

   ClassicShows are pleased to announce that following the great success of the Japanese and Modern Classic Bike Show at Donington Park in February this year, they have been able to secure a suitable second date for this show in the autumn after many years of trying.

   Over the years we have had lots of requests from clubs, private individuals and traders to do a repeat show in the autumn when the weather is likely to be a bit kinder than in the depths of winter and more bikes are out on the road. Accordingly we already have bookings from The Triumph Owners Motorcycle Club and UK 2 Strokes who will both be mounting displays of 20 or more motorcycles.

   They also have many trade bookings and fully expect the halls and outside stands at this popular East Midlands venue to be full to bursting on Sunday 28th September.
   
   THE 16TH JAPANESE AND MODERN CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE SHOW
   EXHIBITION HALL, DONINGTON PARK, DERBS DE74 2RP
   SUNDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER 2014
   
   

3. SEE MORE AT TRIUMPH LIVE 2014

   Posted on 10:54am Wednesday 18th Jun 2014

   SATURDAY 12 JULY

   Immerse yourself in a full-on Triumph experience this July with a whole host of bike displays, shows and simulators. We’ve packed more than ever before into this year’s Triumph Live to keep you entertained – read on to find out what exactly we have planned!

   THREE ZONES
   Urban Zone – Escape the country and hit the urban scene with a display of our 2015 Street Triples, Speed Triples and Daytona 675s. Chill out with street performers, contemporary street food/drink and live music throughout the day.

   Icon Zone – If it’s our Classics and Cruisers that gets your pulse racing then a trip to the Icon Zone will give a taste of the range in a chilled out café style atmosphere. International food and drink will be on offer with a background of live music.

   Adventure Zone – Come and be inspired to hit the road in our Adventure Zone. A full display of our Adventure and Touring offering will be surrounded by more live music, BBQ food and real ale to get you in the mood.

   STUNT SHOWS
   Not one, not two but six brilliant shows that will amaze and daze including Kevin Carmichael, Julian Welsh, and Steve Colley impressing the crowds on their tricked up bikes. The Ford display team will be doing their thing in the new Ford Focus ST with Demon Drome’s Wall of Death taking your breath away with their gravity defying exploits. On top of all this the digger dancing team will be with us too. You can't afford to miss these shows!

   BIKE DISPLAYS
   Away from the insanity of the main arena make sure you take time at Triumph Live to get up close and personal with literally hundreds of bikes - from our custom zone, where you can vote for your favourite customer built bike, to our Triumph Museum where you’ll learn about our complete process from design to build.

   If racing is your thing then come and introduce yourself to the British Supersport and Isle of Man TT winning Smiths Triumph team (including TT winner Gary Johnson) plus you’ll also get to meet the guys behind the TriStar R&G Triple Challenge!

   Don’t think that’s all – we’ve also got a load of really special bikes to see, too, including one of the Bonnevilles David Beckham took through the amazon rainforest!

   SIMULATORS
   Challenge your mates on the Racing Aces live racing experience or take a ride on the fantastic Microlight Flying Simulator.

   To find out more about these and everything else that’s happening at Triumph Live 2014 visit www.triumph-live.com You’ll have to get there early to fit it all in!

   GET YOUR TRIUMPH LIVE TICKET AND FREE FACTORY TOUR TODAY! 

   Join Us
   July 11th - Factory Tour, Hinckley Leicestershire
   July 12th - Triumph Live, Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon

   www.triumph-live.com

4. Only 2 days to go before the Farmyard Party

   Posted on 10:07am Wednesday 18th Jun 2014

   The 28th Farmyard will be as big as ever with some fantastic bands and comedians arranged - we know they are all looking forward to playing for you. Site update and changes to The Smacked Arse Comedy Show below.

   Tickets for the Farmyard are NOT on sale through the web site BUT you can still purchase them on the gate.

   Tickets for the final event of the year, Yorkshire Pudding, are still available on-line.

   As always, our events are held on behalf of Riders' Rights throughout UK and Europe.
   
   No Cars, No Vans, No Pedestrians, No Excuses

   www.farmyardparty.com

5. Ride to Work Day is Monday 16 June 2014

   Posted on 10:14am Friday 13th Jun 2014

   This year Ride to Work Day will kick start Ride to Work Week, 16-22 June 2014

   On Ride to Work Day thousands of riders around the world come together to show just how enjoyable their daily commute is. The motorcycle industry uses the campaign to promote the benefits of motorcycling to non-riders, government and local transport bodies – demonstrating that life would be better if more people rode motorcycles and scooters every day, saving time, money and reducing congestion.

   A European study showed that if 10% of car drivers switched to a motorcycle or scooter then congestion would be reduced for ALL road users by 40%, and if the number who switched increased to 25% congestion would be eliminated altogether.

   See the full report 

   As part of Ride to Work Week, the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCI) intends to carry out a 'City Challenge' in some of the most congested cities in the UK outside of London to show the time saved when travelled by PTW (powered two-wheeler). The challenge will involve a car driver, motorcycle rider, and public transport user setting off from the same starting point and travelling to a designated workplace in the city centre. The results will be announced on Ride to Work Day.

   The Top 10 most congested cities identified are:

   1. Bristol

   2. Brighton and Hove

   3. Birmingham

   4. Leeds Bradford

   5. Manchester

   6. Leicester

   7. Edinburgh

   8. Sheffield

   9. Liverpool

   10. Newcastle / Sunderland

   (source: TomTom)

   Commuting by motorcycle is the only way to arrive at work with a smile on your face. The Office for National Statistics released a report (12th February 2014) examining the impact of commuting patterns on people's levels of anxiety, happiness and satisfaction. Travelling to work on a motorcycle, scooter or moped is one of the least likely modes of transport to have a negative impact on your well-being; for journeys between 15 and 30 minutes, motorcyclists were happier than those travelling by bus, bicycle or car.

   Throughout Ride to Work Week, dealers, cafes and workplaces around the country will be holding events and offering special bike-related promotions. Go to the Ride to Work Day website to find events happening in your area.

   Keep in touch with the community on facebook and Twitter:

   If you plan your own event, the RTWD team would love to hear from you. Upload photos to our Facebook page, talk to us on Twitter or contact Shirley or Laura at [email protected] / 01293 823891.

   And finally, make sure you and all your biker friends ride to work on Monday 16 June!