Category: Events and Shows

1. FREE two-wheels tasters and test rides at Motorcycle Live

   Posted on 8:02am Tuesday 24th Sep 2013

   Motorcycle Live 2013 is not just for seasoned bikers. Anyone thinking about getting on two wheels for the first time or coming back to motorcycling after time away can take advantage of a FREE taster session with the Get On experience – and there’s good news for younger riders too, as it is now open to anyone aged 15 and over. 

   Participants in Get On* – which is an industry-backed nationwide campaign encouraging non-riders to enjoy the benefits of life on two wheels – will receive expert tuition on either a scooter or a 125cc motorcycle in a specially constructed private area. Advance bookings for the 20-minute taster sessions are being taken now and can be booked at http://www.geton.co.uk/free-ride by entering The NEC postcode – B40 1NT. 

   For those visitors already immersed in life on two wheels, the Test Ride Zone will make a welcome return to Motorcycle Live thanks to Shoei, Sidi and Spada, and a great line up of bikes from leading manufacturers. Accompanied by out-riders, visitors get a real feel for their chosen bike and then have the chance to visit the manufacturer stand with any questions they may have.

   Along with a FREE ride, all the safety equipment is provided, so visitors travelling to the show by train or car are still able ride. An experienced Shoei, Sidi and Spada product technician will be on hand to ensure all kit fits correctly. Bikes available to ride will be confirmed nearer the show.

   Advance tickets for Motorcycle Live 2013 are just £17 per adult, £11 for Seniors and £7 for children aged 6-16** (kids under five accompanied by a paying adult go free). Bike parking is free of charge and subject to availability. Reduced car parking costs of £8 – subsidised by Motorcycle Live. To book your tickets, call 0844 581 2345 or visit www.motorcyclelive.co.uk. 

2. The BMF Tailend Show Rocked and Rolled! – (despite the rain)

   Posted on 10:59am Thursday 19th Sep 2013

   Despite the ever changeable British weather (yet again) the BMF Tailend was still a successful show organiser’s The Mulberry Group said. “Despite the dismal Friday evening weather plus Sunday’s rain and wind, the show atmosphere was not dampened – The Vertical Trix World Stunt competition ran all weekend (until the rain on Friday evening made it unsafe to do so), the bands on the main stage were all brilliant and on Saturday evening Alvin Stardust had the place packed”

   Mulberry’s Martin Chick reported that “Once again the good old British weather conspired against us and the exhibitors and as a result the numbers were somewhat lower than we had hoped for but those who did attend were certainly buying with some very brisk sales reported by a number of traders”.

    “The Vertical Trix World stunt competition was very well received and the competitors were really amazing.

   We were also very pleased to welcome Dave Hailwood, who brought his father’s (Mike Hailwood) Honda RC 181 which won him championships in ’65 ’66 and ’67” and rode it into the arena on Sunday so everyone got to see and hear a piece of real history”

   The Tailend show was also the end point for Paul Newman who had undertaken a 4,000 mile trip using only A, B and costal roads and the trip was to raise money for the National Autistic Society – a fantastic feat and Paul was joined on the ride in by Alvin Stardust who is an NAS ambassador.

   The BMF Tailend Show was the last opportunity for show-goers to buy a raffle ticket for a chance to win a place on Riders for Health’s incredible motorcycle adventure ride to Zambia in May 2014. For just £1, people could win the trip of a lifetime worth £4,800 and see how motorcycles are saving lives across Africa.     The winning ticket was drawn at 3.15pm on Sunday by former grand prix rider and British road race champion, Keith Huewen and the winner was Mr Colin Baines who will no doubt be preparing for next May already!

   The dates for next year’s BMF Shows are: BMF May Show 16-18 May BMF Kelso Bikefest 4-6 July BMF Tailend 12-14 September

   To book trade space contact The Mulberry Group now on 01869 277077

3. All the major manufacturers to appear at Motorcycle Live

   Posted on 9:00am Saturday 14th Sep 2013

   Motorcycle Live is back at The NEC, Birmingham from 23 November to 1 December 2013 and this year the show boasts no less than 29 manufacturers, all showcasing the very latest machinery, some of which will have never been seen before in the UK.

   From sports bikes to scooters, tourers to trikes, crusiers to customs and adventure to motocross machines, there is something on display at Motorcycle Live to suit every rider. The world’s leading manufacturers – including Aprilia, BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Piaggio, Royal Enfield, Suzuki, Vespa, Victory and Yamaha, as well as UK-based firms CCM, Norton and Triumph – will all be present.

   Specialist brands such as AJP, Metisse, Morgan, Moto Guzzi, Watsonian Squire, WK Bikes, Quadzilla and electric motorcycle marques Kuberg and Zero will all appear, while Herald Motor Company, Indian Motorcycles, Lifan and ShineRay will make their Motorcycle Live debut. Alongside the manufacturers there’ll be over 150 other exhibitors and retail stands offering the very best in kit, accessories and motorcycle-related products and services.

   If that’s not enough to keep visitors busy, the ‘live’ in Motorcycle Live certainly will. With 16 features – including eight FREE opportunities to ride – motorcycle fans of all ages will be kept entertained. New features for 2013 include ‘Behind Bars - The Movie’ – which gives an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the lives of top racers – and the Crank’d live action show that threatens to rip the roof off The NEC! For a full list of features, click here.

   There will of course also be a daily dose of famous biking faces and racing stars from MotoGP, World Superbike, British Superbike and the Isle of Man TT, all taking part in fan meet-and-greets and on-stage game shows and Q&As with racers-turned-broadcasters Steve Parrish and James Whitham.

   Advance tickets for Motorcycle Live 2013 are just £17 per adult, £11 for Seniors and £7 for children aged 6-16* (kids under five accompanied by a paying adult go free).

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

4. AUTOJUMBLERS REVEL IN THE FIELDS OF NETLEY

   Posted on 9:13am Tuesday 10th Sep 2013

   FROM engines and oil to tyres and tinware, keen motorcyclists have been uncovering the bargains at yet another successful outing for one of Europe’s top autojumble events.

   The 20th Carole Nash Eurojumble, held on Friday and Saturday, September 6-7, saw several thousand visitors descend on Netley Marsh near Southampton as they picked their way through nearly 300 trade and autojumble plots.

   Nick Mowbray, exhibition manager at organising team Classic Bike Shows, said: “It has been a superb two days for the Eurojumble, the traders, the visitors and Netley Marsh.”

   The ever popular event saw traditional autojumble items such engine parts, frames and tyres being snapped up for rock bottom prices, as well as a number of complete motorcycles on offer ranging from £100 to over £10,000.

   “Tyres and wheels sound like they should be easy to find, but when we are talking about the classic motorcycle market it becomes bit trickier,” added Nick.

   “That’s the driving force behind the Eurojumble; there are things here that you just can’t get anywhere else.”

   Some of the more popular buys included a sidecar and mini moto machines.

   On top of the successful two days for traders, local bars, restaurants and hotels saw the benefits with show-goers coming from far and wide to uncover the array of hidden treasures and fantastic deals.

   “Because of what the Eurojumble can offer, motorcycle enthusiasts come from all over the UK to Netley in search of parts, pieces and bikes.

   “And, with channel crossings not too far away, we also see many visitors from mainland Europe too.”

   With the show now moving into its third decade, Netley Marsh can look forward to welcoming the Eurojumble in 2014 and beyond.

   The Classic Bike Shows team will next be in action at the massive Carole Nash Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show in Stafford in October.

5. The 15th Staffordshire Classic Car & Bike Show & Autojumble​​​​

   Posted on 6:55am Monday 9th Sep 2013

   Sun 29th Sept 2013 @ Uttoxeter Racecourse, Uttoxeter, Sta­ffs, ST14 8BD

   We are sure to see some truly stunning vehicles at the show with around 100 booked in to display. There will be club displays from the Potteries Capri Club,  North Baam Classic Car Club and the Jaguar Enthusiasts Club.  In addition to this, around 80 private entries will represent all the popular manufacturers such as Triumph, MG, Ford, Singer, Buick, Vauxhall & Austin to name just a few. This show also attracts a good number of classic bikes such as BSA, Norton and Matchless etc.

   The show itself will take place on the hard standing outside next to the grandstand, as well as inside the tote hall. There will be an all day concours competition with expert commentary throughout the day, catering options and a range of trade and autojumble stands where enthusiasts can purchase parts and spares for their vehicles.

   ​Admission Prices £6 per Adult £2 per Child (7-14yrs) Under 7's free

   ​Opening Times 10am - 3.30pm

   Directions: Situated just off the A50 between Burton on Trent and Stoke on Trent the racecourse is clearly signposted from the A50, A515, A518 and Uttoxeter Town Centre.   Additional Information​: FREE Parking Dogs welcome on lead Catering   Cars that have not pre-booked are still welcome to display and can take part in the concours competition, however all vehicle occupants will be charged the normal admission price on arrival.

   www.classicvehicleevents.com