FORMER world sidecar champions the Birchall brothers are set to kick-start the new motorcycling season in style at the Carole Nash Classic Bike Guide Winter Classic show on the weekend of January 7-8.

Ben and Tom will join compere Steve Plater on stage at Newark Showground to discuss a range of subjects including their many accomplishments – being former world sidecar champions, four-time TT race winners and the current Sidecar TT lap record holders.
  
Head of the event Nick Mowbray said: “Hearing from two current stars of the road racing world will be a real treat for showgoers and, with Steve Plater as interviewer, it should prove to be fascinating for any TT enthusiast.”

The show will also offer the chance to explore hundreds of classic bikes on display, and is a great opportunity to grab some parts and spares to complete any restoration for a new year of riding.

And the Winter Classic won’t just be celebrating classic motorcycles but also scooters, as the popular Scooter World hall will once again be showcasing the smaller machines.

Triple British champion Stuart Day will be at the event along with local scooter clubs, private entries and traders. There will also be various challenges and competitions running throughout the weekend, including a special charity auction.Nick added: “Our season-opener is set to be bigger and better than ever before, and we can’t wait to get 2017 under way.”

Discounted advance tickets are now on sale for the show, with a one-day adult pass costing just £8. Get more information at classicbikeshows.com