Thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts voted for their favourite stands after they attended Motorcycle Live - the UK’s biggest and most interactive motorcycle and scooter show - and the winners of the annual ‘Best in Show’ awards have been announced.

Completing the hat-trick in the manufacturer category, BMW Motorrad UK scooped both ‘Best Stand’ and ‘Best Customer Experience’ for the third year in a row

Visitors cited reasons including the number of models available to see, friendly staff, stand layout and the live display in the ‘Make Life a Ride Arena’ as to why the brand was most deserving of the two titles once again.

As well as displaying its extensive 2024 line-up, the stand played host to the global unveiling of the brand-new R 12 and R 12 nineT during the show and at the heart of the stand was the Make Life A Ride Arena. Running four times throughout each day, it offered visitors the chance to get up close and personal with the new R 1300 GS, watch live demonstrations by the BMW Off Road Skills instructors and learn new skills in the interactive sessions.

Helmet City also achieved the triple, winning Best Customer Experience’ in the non-manufacturer category for a third successful year. Visitors applauded a busy stand packed with a wide range of motorcycle helmets available for purchase with professional, trained staff on hand to help with choice and fitment.

Scott Grimsdall, Head of Marketing of BMW Motorrad UK, said: "Motorcycle Live provides a great opportunity to showcase our new product, with the 2023 show proving a perfect platform to introduce the new R 1300 GS to both existing and prospective BMW riders in our Make Life a Ride arena. To win both awards again reflects the hard work and dedication of the BMW Motorrad team who help put this event on. I would like to thank those who visited the BMW Motorrad stand at the show and voted for us and look forward to seeing them again in 2024."

Jennifer Holmes, Director of Helmet City, commented: "It's such an honour to win this award for the third time running. The whole team works hard every year to maintain and improve our customer service and we’re glad to see the customers coming back to us year after year and, of course, voting for us."

Motorcycle Live, in association with Bikesure, will open its doors at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham from 16th-24th November 2024. ‘Early bird’ tickets are on sale now, visit www.motorcyclelive.co.uk to get yours!

For most bikers, a vacation means hitting the open road on two wheels, embracing the freedom of their bikes, and enjoying untamed adventure wherever the road takes them. But sometimes even the most seasoned riders look for something new, a way of experiencing the world differently and seeing an alternative perspective on travel.

Enter cruise travel. Cruising might sound like the polar opposite of biking (and in many ways it is!) but it is a great way for bikers to explore new destinations and get a very different kind of thrill from exploring the world.

So if you’ve been riding for years and are looking for something novel this year, consider an all-inclusive cruise. Here are a few of the most compelling reasons why cruise travel can appeal to bikers, and how they can make the most of their adventures on the high seas.

A Change of Pace

After spending years exploring the world in the saddle, the idea of letting someone else take the wheel is undeniably appealing. While nothing beats navigating winding roads and breathtaking landscapes yourself, there is a lot to be said for a change of pace, and the chance to relax and unwind while still satisfying a sense of adventure. With a cruise, bikers can still enjoy a vacation where the surroundings are in constant motion, with a new destination on offer every day, but without the stress and exhaustion of driving themselves everywhere.

Exploring New Destinations  

One of the main areas of overlap between a biking and a cruise vacation is the chance to explore a variety of new destinations in one single trip. However, where a cruise offers a difference is the opportunity for exploration without the hassle of planning routes or seeking out appropriate accommodations. A cruise vacation will offer bikers a plethora of scenic coastal roads, historic cities, gorgeous coastlines, and charming villages, all able to be enjoyed from the comfort of a luxury stateroom, with three delicious meals a day prepared for them, and plenty of other entertainment on hand for any downtime. Whether it's cruising along the rugged coastline of Norway, exploring the winding roads of Tuscany, or discovering the vibrant culture of the Caribbean, a cruise offers a journey bursting with excitement and beauty.

Onboard Amenities

Most bikers might be used to roughing it a little while on vacation, as a getaway in the saddle and on the road tends to be DIY and rugged. A cruise vacation brings a whole new level of comfort and luxury that, just once in a while, is hard to beat. From exquisitely appointed staterooms and first-class fine dining restaurants to onboard amenities like spas, swimming

pools, and climbing walls, a cruise ship is an exceptional option for anyone wanting to see the world in comfort and style, exploring exciting new destinations while always having somewhere exceptional to come back to after a long day of fun. A cruise means that bikers can enjoy the finer things in life while still embracing their adventurous spirit.

A cruise might not be the first option that springs to mind for bikers contemplating a vacation, but it offers a unique opportunity to explore new destinations and enjoy the freedom and thrill of the open seas while also taking advantage of comfort and luxury. A cruise brings culture, art, food, architecture, and natural beauty together, adds a sprinkle of adventure and excitement, and combines it all to create a truly awe-inspiring vacation option for almost anyone to enjoy!

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The cafe’s annual Overland & Adventure Bike Day, an all-day, all weather, all makes n’ models affair, is hosting the intrepid 2-wheel traveller Derek Mansfield as guest of the Ace sharing tips and advice.
 
With a wealth of knowledge and experience, stands and displays at the Ace include :-

Finding the simplest & most cost effective shipping solution to getting your motorbike to your destination and back, the team at James Cargo.

Along with the “I’m not lost, I’m just exploring” experts at Adventure Bike Shop
 
Courtesy the author Kumar Shah, prizes up for grabs at the Ace include copies of his book “Ride Your Dreams”, an account of his riding a Royal Enfield Bullet 350 motorcycle, beginning at the city of Vadodara in India, to the Ace.

Listen, revel and be immersed in a mix of the best rock and roll and rockabilly, blended with the London sub-culture sounds, broadcasting 24/7 on online radio and social media.
 
See you at the Ace!

Sunday 24th March
9am – 5pm

Machineryline.uk is an online platform that has been a real revelation in the construction and agricultural machinery industry. This marketplace has become an integral part of the industry, giving professionals and entrepreneurs the opportunity to find, buy and sell high-tech equipment in one place.

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Machineryline UK is a unique combination of innovation, high quality, usability and global accessibility. With this marketplace you can save your time and finances significantly. This online marketplace, which has transformed the traditional view of machinery trading platforms, is not only a place for transactions, but also a true catalyst for innovation and development in the machinery industry. At its heart is a commitment to creating better business opportunities by providing access to cutting edge technology and a wide range of machinery.

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#QatarGP. In Qatar’s Night of the Oscars, the stars of Mac and Alex Marquez shone bright. The #93, in what was his debut with the Gresini Racing-liveried Desmosedici machine, made a stellar start and put together a solid race, even battling with Martin for the podium in the latter stages of the encounter. He was eventually fourth at the chequered flag; Alex Marquez also had a positive Sunday, being the fifth best-placed Ducati rider at the line for a sixth position that bodes well for the upcoming races.
 
Between sprint race and full Sunday encounter, Team Gresini Racing MotoGP proved to be on scintillating form, leaving Qatar with 31 points, and finishing as second-best team in the opening round of the season. MotoGP proceedings will resume in less than 10 days at Portimão.

4^th - MARC MARQUEZ 
“I had a go at the podium. I wanted to preserve the front tyre in order to have a little extra at the end of the race, and almost bridged the gap to Martin. Almost, but it’s good this way. If at the Valencia test they’d told me I would have finished fourth today, I would have signed for it. This has never been one of my favourite circuits so fourth place is a good result. We will analyse the data now: Bagnaia finished three seconds ahead of us and he’s the reigning champion. It’s from him we need to learn to further raise the bar.”
 
6^th - ALEX MARQUEZ
“Qualifying aside, we put together a strong weekend. I managed to stay with the top riders in the race and play my cards. It was hard to attack, especially due to the high temperatures at the front-end. At this track, this is surely a good result, we bring home a good number of points and fresh confidence ahead of the next round.”