This year’s Motorcycle Live is absolutely packed with features and events that make the show truly LIVE, so no matter what type of motorcycle you ride or which two-wheeled activities you love, there is something to ignite your passion...

Kawasaki’s stunt rider extraordinaire Lee Bowers will be back by popular demand after his trick-packed demos were voted ‘Best Manufacturer Experience of 2015’ by show visitors. Lee’s repertoire includes drifting, wheelies, stoppies and acrobatics and it's one you’ll not want to miss!

If you’re looking for inspiration for your next big motorcycling adventure, Nick Sanders will launch his latest film The Extraordinary Life of an Ordinary Man at Motorcycle Live. Nick will be on hand every day to share stories of his adventures, and of course his books and DVDs will be available to buy. 

The Isle of Man TT feature makes a return to the show after being voted ‘Best Non-Manufacturer Stand’ in 2015. The area is home to all the leading TT riders, with fan meet and greets and signing sessions taking place every day. Visitors also have the chance to watch an on-board lap of the TT Mountain Course on a big screen.

For classic bike buffs, Suzuki will be adding to the live entertainment on its stand with Team Classic Suzuki building its latest race bike, the GSX1100SD Katana, which it will campaign in next year’s Endurance Legends event at Donington Park.

Custom fans should head to the Indian Motorcycle UK stand, where the entries submitted to its Project Scout contest will be on display. Indian's dealers have been using their passion and know-how to create an Indian Scout custom – show visitors will be able to vote for their favourite and the winner will be announced on Sunday 27 November. 

The Eurosport Entertainment Zone featuring the Blackhorse Stage will be at the heart of Motorcycle Live and will be the home of the show’s resident hosts, Steve Parrish and James Whitham. The stage will provide non-stop entertainment in the form of games, quizzes and Q&As with a whole host of riders from BSB, WSB, Moto GP, Speedway, and TT.

All these features and events are in addition to 39 of the world’s leading manufacturers, over 150 other exhibitors and nine FREE opportunities to ride!

Motorcycle Live 2016 takes place at The NEC, Birmingham from 19-27 November. Advance tickets are on sale now, priced at just £19.50 per adult, £12 for Seniors, £1 for 11-16 year olds* and FREE for children aged ten and under (accompanied by a paying adult). There is also a £25 advance ticket, which includes entry to the show and a Spada bag worth £29.99**.

To book, call 0844 581 2345 or visit www.motorcyclelive.co.uk. 

As a biker, you've experienced the enjoyment and freedom that comes with riding a motorbike. Thinking about giving life saving medical treatment to a fallen biker is probably not the first thing you think about when riding your bike. But having a plan on how to deal with a Road Traffic Accident (RTA) involving a motorcyclist could help to administer first aid or even save a life.

Let me introduce you to the 5 Point Plan (5PP).

Point 1 - As a rider get trained in motorcycle first aid.  Motorcycle first aid training, terminology and environment is different than the normal first aid at work.  There are many organisations across the United Kingdom that cover this type of course. 

Point 2 - Carry a First Aid Kit.  When you are dealing with a casualty that may have sustained a fracture or bleeding wound, not having a first aid kit at your disposal becomes very difficult when one has to improvise.  There is no excuse by not having room on your bike as there are many different types and sizes available to cover all motorcycles.

Point 3 – Dealing with a Road Traffic Accident or Collision.

If you arrive on scene or witness an RTA involving a motorcyclist there is a set procedure to follow.  This would be covered in a motorcycle first aid course however I will summarise the main points. 

Ø  Safety – You are in a high risk environment look after yourself, your casualties and any bystanders.  Call for help 999 on landline, 999/112 on mobile.

Ø  Check for immediate danger and protect the scene by using other motorbikes, cars or bystanders wearing hi visibility clothing.

Ø  Check for casualties who need first aid assistance.  Follow current first aid protocols which is Danger, Airway, Breathing, Bleeding or CPR, Defibrillation, Evacuation) on all casualties.  Evacuation means being moved to hospital via ambulance to Emergency Medical Care (EMS).  Some casualties may have hidden or multiple injuries, prioritise and treat.

Ø  If you suspect major injury ie: Neck, Spinal, Fracture – Do not move them but treat in the position found.  

Point 4 – This is a contentious issue involving helmet removal.

Ø  A motorcyclist who is breathing leave motorcycle helmet on and treat accordingly.

Ø  A motorcyclist who is not breathing, you may need to remove his helmet.  However, it takes 2 people to remove a helmet and only carryout this procedure if you have had suitable training in helmet removal.

Ø  If your casualty is not breathing normally and you feel that you do not have the confidence to remove the helmet then “CPR Only” may be the only option.  I would rather do something than nothing.

There are many schemes in the UK which advises not to remove the helmet ie: the crash card that inserts inside the helmet which carries vital medical information for the ambulance personnel.  Some riders have a sticker on the helmet which states “Only to be removed by medical professionals”.  Whatever system you use, this goes back to having some training in motorcycle first aid.

Point 5 – Don’t forget to “Reassure” the casualty or casualties. This sometimes is forgotten and to be honest, reassuring the casualty is all that is needed prior to the arrival of EMS.

Remember the 5 Point Plan.  “Training, First aid kit,  Get help, Don’t remove the helmet unless absolutely necessary, Reassure”

At the request of THE BIKER GUIDE - This article was written by KJ Training Solutions who deliver Motorcycle First Aid courses locally and nationally.  For further information contact [email protected]

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ON ANY SUNDAY stars David Aldana and Gene Romero have staked their claims as the most popular Stafford bike show star guests, with thousands packing in to the huge annual event to meet their heroes.

Compere Steve Plater had his work cut out keeping the lively ‘comedy duo’ on track during on stage interviews at the Carole Nash Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show – October 15-16 – as they covered a range of subjects including the iconic film, their racing experiences and some entertaining stories from the glory years.

Visitor Ian McDonald said: “Every year the guests of honour are great, this year they have gone up a gear… fantastic!”. Fellow showgoer Kev Hewitt added to the praise calling the pair “brilliant blokes and great characters”.
Attracting attention as well as the two stars was a Husqvarna previously owned by Hollywood legend Steve McQueen who part-funded the On Any Sunday film, while the addition of the Suzuki Village at Staffordshire County Showground proved to be a hit also. Large crowds headed to the marquee to see Barry Sheene’s two world championship-winning RG500s among a host of other machines from the famous marque.

And it was Suzuki which stole the headlines in the event awards with Heidi Cockerton’s rare 1965 K11T – displayed on the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club stand – scooping the honour of Best in Show. Head judge Dennis Frost called the machine “a window on a world that’s now gone” and explained that it had been an easy decision to select it for the top award: “The work Heidi has done is fantastic, and the added history of the bike made it a show stand-out.

“Its documents reveal that it was imported by AMC in the mid-1960s as a road-going bike, but seems to have been modified to a trials machine with the addition of English wrist grips. There were probably only 20-30 of these made, and this is the only one we know of. The last registered owner was in March 1968, so where the bike was between then and now creates a mystery which only adds to the intrigue.”

Bonhams’ auction – another Stafford favourite – once again demonstrated the strength of the classic bike market as a 1924 Croft-Cameron Super Eight sold for £203,100, contributing to a sale total of £1,572,712.
Hundreds of trade stands reported profitable weekends, enthusiasts enjoyed live action in the Classic Racer GP Paddock, Classic Dirt Bike Experience and Cavalcade, and the Yamaha FS1-E Owners Club offered expert advice in the restoration theatre.

Exhibition manager Nick Mowbray said: “It’s been a superb weekend with a real sense of excitement around the venue. The clamour to see and hear from our two guest stars was unprecedented, and there were long queues after each interview with people wanting to meet the pair and have items signed. “All in all the show has been an undoubted success, and we look forward to returning in April for yet another Stafford classic.”

Two-wheel action returns to Staffordshire County Showground on April 22-23 for the Carole Nash International Classic MotorCycle Show. Details for that, and other events, can be found at classicbikeshows.com

Mika Perez is the winner of the 2016 Wil Sport European Junior Cup, powered by Honda. With a fourth place finish in today’s second race of the double-header season finale at Jerez, the recently turned 17-year-old from Altea, a town located on the south eastern coast of Spain near Alicante, sealed the ultimate prize of what is the last-ever edition of the series. 

After racing minibikes in the Valencian Championship in 2007 at the age of eight, Perez quickly rose through the ranks and by 2012 he had already won the national ‘Cuna de Campeones’ MiniGP140 title. In 2013, he made a one-off appearance in the European Junior Cup as a wildcard lined up by Honda Spain. The following year, Perez impressed many by finishing sixth in his first full EJC season, which was followed by a difficult second campaign in the championship.

In 2016, Perez has been a master of consistency as he claimed one win, three second places and one third in the first six races. After a first missed title point in Magny-Cours a fortnight ago, when he was fourth at the chequered flag, Mika entered the Jerez double-header with a 25-point advantage over Paolo Grassia.

The Italian got the better of him in race one to take another five points away from his lead, but in race two Perez smartly managed the championship situation to cross the line fourth a result that rewarded him with the final victory.

Perez can now enjoy his well deserved EJC Championship success before embarking on the next step of his motorcycle-racing career.

Name: Mika Perez
2016 Racing number: 8
Birthdate: 05/10/1999
Birthplace: Altea (Spain)

2016 Wil Sport European Junior Cup, powered by Honda – 1^st – 1 win, 1 pole position, 4 seconds, 2 thirds
2015 Pata European Junior Cup, powered by Honda – 18^th
2014 Pata European Junior Cup, powered by Honda – 6^th – 1 podium
2013 Pata European Junior Cup, powered by Honda – 1 race