The 4th Manchester Bike Show/Northern Classic Bike Show will be returning to EventCity on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th March 2015.

Since the show was launched in 2012 the floor space taken up by the event has doubled as indeed have the number of bikes on display, the number of traders attending and the number of people visiting. This trend is sure to carry on the same trajectory in 2015 with the recent demise of the January motorcycle show at GMEX/Manchester Central. The Manchester Bike Show at EventCity in March is therefore not only the biggest and best show, it is indeed now the only indoor motorcycle show in the north of England. Clearly holding a motorcycle show at a venue next to the motorway network with easy access and free parking turned out to be a no brainer, just as we predicted it would!

As in previous years all the main manufacturers, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Ducati, Triumph etc will have a presence at the show, in 2015 this will be in the fully carpeted Hall 4. In addition the large hall to the rear of the building will be full to the rafters of bike clubs, private entries and smaller traders with many clubs and individual entries already being confirmed to attend. The big news for next year however will be that the Auto Cycle Union (ACU) will be expanding their presence to include race trucks, bikes and riders from various BSB and WSB teams.

We are still waiting for full confirmation as to exactly which teams and riders will be in attendance but as we speak things are shaping up nicely. Advance tickets for the show at discount prices are on sale now via our website www.manchesterbikeshow.com with sales exceeding last years total at the same stage on the lead up to Christmas. Trade stands are available at the show to suit all budgets with the floorplan being open for companies no matter how large or small to reserve a stand.

Here at ClassicShows we are confident that the “show full” signs will be out well before the Manchester Bike Show opens it’s doors to the public on 28th March 2015.

The nine-day biking spectacular that was Motorcycle Live 2014 drew to a close on Sunday after thousands of bike fans flocked though the doors to SEE all the new 2015 models for the first time, LEARN to ride a bike, WATCH amazing live action, RIDE on and off road, MEET racing stars and celebrities and ENJOY the UK’s best day out in motorcycling.

We would like to thank every single person that attended the show and made it such a brilliant nine days – we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did! If you did attend, you may receive an email asking you to complete a short survey about your experience. We would really appreciate your feedback so that we can make Motorcycle Live even better next year.

Speaking of next year, Motorcycle Live 2015 will take place from 21-29 November 2015 – add it to your diary now and we hope to see you there!

Welcome in a special rockin' new year at Ace Cafe London with the hot new 5-piece band, The Shooting Stars, recently a big hit at the UK’s annual Rockabilly Rave and at the Summer Jamboree rock n’ roll event in Italy, with a killer dance floor hit "Watchtower Blues" that will lift the roof off the Ace this New Year’s Eve.

A "6 foot 6" tall lead singer in a pink suit! A wonderful female mandolin player! One of the very best rockabilly guitarists in Europe, Mr Darren Lince and legendary drummer and band leader Ricky Lee Brawn creating a mix of Rockabilly, Rockin' Blues, Western Swing, Americana, and total Rock 'n' Roll madness! See it to believe it!

Together with DJ Jimmy Guntrip, the maestro on the decks, the evening, from 9pm - 2am on Wednesday 31st December, includes a hot supper, party poppers and the chance to win a host of prizes to include Ace prize goodie packs, copies of Vintage Rock magazine and pairs of tickets to attend the cafes annual Elvis "Jailhouse Rock" Party Night on Saturday 10th January, as well as pairs of tickets to attend the cafe's annual Gene Vincent Tribute Night on Saturday 7th February.    

To be in with a chance to win prizes, just retain your entry raffle ticket - the draw will be held late on the night!    
Entry £12 (Advance)          
£15 (Door)  Sorry no under 18's on this evening    
For advance bookings telephone or pop into the cafe.  

For more information about what's on at the Ace, check out the scrolling calendar at www.ace-cafe-london.com

J & S Accessories is one of the UK's leading motorcycle accessory retailers and they have put together an Advent Calendar with lots of offers, gifts and surprises on each day from the 1st to the 25th of the month of December!

There will be fantastic reductions on items such as Castor Goretex Gloves, Armadillo Parka and Alpinestars Druitt Flat Hat Black, all in time for Christmas as gifts for others or even yourself. 

Simply open the page and click on the date on the day to see whats inside...

#wheelsinwinter

As part of our wheels in winter campaign, I will be sharing with you weekly motoring advice throughout the season. This week, I am sharing some all-important riding tips with motorcyclists, guiding them through the cold, wet and windy weather.

There may be rubble ahead

When you’re riding in the rain look well ahead; make sure you have enough following distance to avoid large puddles or drain covers. And watch out for potholes that fill up with rain water because you never know how deep they are, and they are not always easy to spot. Changes in road surfaces can be very slippery and dangerous, so make sure you’re riding at a steady pace – giving yourself enough time to slow down if you need to.

Sprays of water

Large vehicles and lorries will throw up a wall of spray. To avoid the worst of it avoid overtaking or rushing passed large vehicle, especially when you’re on the motorway. Spray can also affect your ability to see clearly, misting up your helmet. Use an anti-mist spray or have a visor insert fitted into the inside of your helmet to keep out any water.

Pools of water

Heavy rain forces pools of water to form across carriageways – forcing motorcyclists to either brake sharply into the water or accelerate through it. While pools of water are unavoidable you should avoid braking or accelerating and simply ease off the throttle for a bit. Hold onto the handlebars firmly and steer ahead in a straight line to pass through the pool as smoothly as possible.

Fallen trees and branches

Be wary of narrow roads where large trees and branches fall, which will unsettle your bike. If you can, avoid travelling on roads that are affected by high winds, and take a route that is less likely to be affected – even if it means you’re on the road for a little longer.

Gaps in buildings

Watch out for any gaps between buildings and trees where large vehicles can force motorcycles to shudder. Remember, strong winds will affect other vehicles too – large and flat sided vehicles are usually more affected. See that you give them more room, and if you plan to overtake them make sure it is safe to do so when winds are less blustery.