Following the success of our weekend event in 2022, National Motorcycle Museum LIVE continues in October 2023 as a two-day event! As always, this is the time when everyone can visit us free of charge* and enjoy a host of exciting free attractions including the return of the popular HENRY COLE AND FRIENDS live on stage.

*Car parking charges apply.

Museum Live 2023 Timetable: To assist visitors, everyone arriving on site will be given a free timetable with a full list & timings of all the weekend’s exciting, free, events.

Free Museum Entry: Everyone is invited to visit the museum collection free-of-charge!

Indoor Trade Area: The event will feature a large indoor trade area held within the warm & dry surroundings of both the National Motorcycle Museum and our conference facilities.

The event will also feature trade stands & displays from many well-known names including Central Wheel Components Ltd, Sealey Tools, H&H Auctions, and Andy Tiernan Motorcycles to name but a few.

The museum shop will be open throughout the event selling a huge range of classic motorcycling books, clothing & memorabilia.

‘Meet The Experts’ presented in association with Central Wheel Components Ltd: In attendance will be some of the museum’s specialist suppliers & craftsmen (including our own restoration team) as well as other classic motorcycling personalities who will be available to chat and answer questions.

Don’t miss the LIVE wheel building demos by Central Wheel Components Ltd.

“HENRY COLE AND FRIENDS” LIVE Stage shows: We are very excited to confirm that Museum LIVE is now the exclusive event to see Henry Cole and Friends live on stage.

“HENRY COLE & FRIENDS” will feature popular personalities from Henry’s TV shows including Henry Cole himself as well as Allen Millyard and new addition Fuzz Townsend. Not only that, but we are also excited to welcome the following motorcycle racing stars who will join Henry and the crew on stage during both Sat & Sun.

SATURDAY: TT superstars John McGuinness and Michael Rutter.

SUNDAY: OMG Racing’s Kyle Ryde, Ryan Vickers and James Hillier

Held in the museum’s magnificent Britannia suite, TT legend, TV presenter, STEVE PLATER will host these brilliant FREE TO ENTER stage shows which will be taking place on both Saturday AND Sunday of the event

ALL of Henry’s guests will be holding special book/memorabilia/autograph signing sessions during the weekend.

Other motorcycling personalities from the past and present will also be in attendance, check the dedicated event page for updates @ www.thenmm.co.uk

Manufacturers In Attendance: Offering the chance to view the latest machines from BSA, Triumph, Royal Enfield, and Langen.

LIVE indoor “Start Up” Feature: See & HEAR some of the most famous race machines in the world started up in our LIVE start-up feature which will take place on stage in the museum’s Britannia Suite.

Bikes old and new will include some of the museum’s famous racing inventory as well as the current team bikes from British Superbike Champions OMG Racing.

Back again for 2023, genius special builder ALLEN MILLYARD will be firing up one of his stunning motorcycle creations.

Food Court & Bar: Fantastic catering provided by the museum’s chefs will be available in our Premier Suite food court & bar area. Our famous breakfast BBQ will also be available from 8.30am onwards.

Parking*: Car parking for the event is just £15.00 per car with motorcycle parking absolutely free. Given the event’s huge popularity, the museum encourages car sharing which makes this nominal parking charge even better value!

For further Museum Live 2023 updates visit www.thenmm.co.uk

Visitors to Motorcycle Live in association with Bikesure Insurance, have once again voted for their winners in the following categories:  ‘Best Manufacturer Stand’, 'Manufacturer giving the best Customer Experience’ and ‘Non-Manufacturer giving the best Customer Experience’. 

BMW Motorrad UK has once again done the 'double' having won both 'Best Manufacturer Stand' and ‘Manufacturer giving the best Customer Experience’. This year, the stand included the full range of motorcycles including the dynamic new S 1000 RR, and the ultimate M machines, the M 1000 R and M 1000 RR. As well static bikes on display, the interactive 'Make Life a Ride' arena showcased new models alongside the talents of the World of BMW activity partners. 

The winner of ‘Non-Manufacturer giving the best Customer Experience’ was Helmet City - marking the second year in a row that they have received an award for their participation in the show.   

Scott Grimsdall, Head of Marketing of BMW Motorrad UK, said: “Motorcycle Live is such a big event for the BMW team - requiring a lot of planning, logistics, and commitment - it's a great chance for us to speak with existing and future BMW riders. We're extremely proud to be announced as winners of both awards, it's testament to the hard work and dedication of the team. I'd like to personally thank those who voted for us, visited us at the show, and enjoyed watching one of our shows in the 'Make Life a Ride' arena." 

Jennifer Holmes, Director of Helmet City, commented: “We're thrilled to have won this award and particularly so as it was voted for by the visitors to the show. We pride ourselves on giving customers honest advice and the best price we can. Thanks to the Helmet City team and to those who voted for us." 

Finlay McAllan Managing Director of Motorcycle Live, adds: "Huge congratulations to the winners this year and a massive thanks to all the exhibitors that helped make up Motorcycle Live 2022, as all the stands were of such a high standard. And thank you to those who voted and visited - we wouldn't have a show without you". 

Motorcycle Live 2023 will take place at The NEC, Birmingham from 18 – 26 November. Tickets are on sale now - for an 'early bird' rate, visit www.motorcyclelive.co.uk. 

• This National Careers Week, Ben is promoting its career-related support for those in the automotive industry 
• Ben is also shining a spotlight on why people enjoy working in the automotive industry 
• The charity explores what the future holds for automotive in thought leadership piece

This National Careers Week, Ben, the automotive industry charity, is promoting its support for those who are job hunting or looking to progress in their career.

Ben’s support services team can provide one-to-one support for people in the following ways:

• Practical support for people who are looking for work
• Information, advice & guidance for managing money and maximising benefits 
• Access to Ben’s free Life Coaching service by registering online and completing a short self-referral form. Whether it’s progressing their career, improving their lifestyle, or simply boosting self-confidence, Ben’s team of Life Coaches can help make those goals a reality
• Access to Ben’s digital platform, Silvercloud, with a programme on building personal resilience.

Ben also has a range of work-related tips, advice and tools online to help people get back on track in their career or make the changes they want. The online tools (available at www.ben.org.uk/work) offer guidance and self-help resources on the following areas: 

• Creating or updating a CV 
• Writing a cover letter 
• Job seeking
• Finding the right job
• Identifying transferable skills
• Preparing for interviews.

Ben is also shining a spotlight on what it’s like to work in automotive by sharing real quotes from people about why they joined the industry and what they enjoy about it:  

“The industry never stands still - constant challenge, opportunity, innovation.” 

“The current industry transformation is very exciting.”

“I like the variety. Every customer has different requests and problems that need to be satisfied.” 

In light of the changes happening in the industry, Ben is also exploring what the future holds for the automotive industry in a thought leadership piece by Matt Wigginton, Ben’s Director of Partnerships, Engagement & Income: www.ben.org.uk/futureautomotive.  

Rachel Clift, Health & Wellbeing Director at Ben, said: “We’re here to help and support automotive people working in the industry, including those who are looking to the future, interested in progressing their career or improving their working lives. We can provide information, advice and guidance for job-seeking, CV building and interview skills and be there to support people through any career-related changes. Work is a very important part of our lives and contributes to our overall health and wellbeing. As well as providing financial security, work provides us with social connectedness and builds confidence, self-esteem and a sense of purpose.”

Ben is always there for those who are struggling or in crisis too. When any member of our automotive family is struggling or in crisis, we all rally to support them. 

With the first official test of the year over and a new racing season around the corner, Team Gresini Racing MotoGP will tackle the new challenge with a new technical partner or their side, and a well-known one: CHT Chiaravalli. Gresini Racing will help the all-Italian company develop the RK chains, which CHT Chiaravalli will then commercialise.
 
Marketing and Racing have never been as tight between the Faenza-based manufacturer and the Varese-based company, both on track again in Algarve on March 9-11. 

ANDREA CHIARAVALLI – GENERAL MANAGER
"We’re proud to be alongside Gresini Racing this season. Our two institutions have always been sharing the passion for this sport and the family dimension: we’re sure that, on top of the values we share off the track, we will also add on-track success!”
 
CARLO MERLINI – GRESINI RACING COMMERCIAL AND MARKETING DIRECTOR
“I’m very pleased to announce this new partnership with CHT Chiaravalli, a name that I’d consider iconic in the racing world. But there’s more: CHT is also a bike component. Thanks to this partnership, we began a series of testing and development of the RK chains, a brand that is distributed by them in Italy, and I’m proud to announce that starting from the last test in Malaysia, our Ducati machines feature their chains. I’m sure that this two-level joint effort – marketing and technical – will make the partnership even stronger. I would like to thank the Chiaravalli family for their trust in our project.” 

Climate membrane, lots of comfort features and extensive customisation options – with its new Storm rain suit, Touratech is taking wet weather protection on motorcycles to a new level.
 
Touratech has reinterpreted the classic rain suit using the latest textile technology. And for good reason: Even in the age of membrane inserts, the tried-and-tested principle of the extra outer layer is far from obsolete. Because unlike in the case of inserts, where the wetness first penetrates the suit as far as the waterproof layer, in this classic combination, the rain stays where it belongs: outside.
One might think that's nothing new, we had that 60 years ago already. But far from it. With the Storm, Touratech merges the basic principle of the classic rain suit with the capabilities of the most modern functional clothing.

aterproof and breathable: laminate with Hydratex technology
The robust blended fabric of the outer material is bonded with a Hydratex Lite membrane to form a completely windproof and waterproof laminate. However, the micropores of the membrane allow effective water vapour transport from the inside to the outside. This means that sweating is not an issue if you're wearing the Touratech Storm – even during physical exertion.
This suit also has reflective sections that greatly improve the visibility of the rider in unfavourable light conditions.
 
Easy to put on and supremely comfortable to ride in
With its two-piece design, the Touratech Storm rain suit is much easier to put on than a classic one-piece rain suit. In addition, the large adjustable Velcro system allows it to be pulled over your boots easily and ensures a tight-fitting leg closure regardless of the type of motorcycle boot worn. Additional Velcro straps enable individual width adjustment. And last but not least, the elastic waistband adjusts perfectly to the figure of the rider.
The Storm jacket offers even more extensive adjustment options. Two Velcro closures at the waist and under the upper arms allow for precise customisation so that nothing pinches or flutters. Further Velcro fastenings at the cuffs ensure secure closure around your gloves.
Two spacious inner pockets offer sufficient waterproof storage space. And when the sun shines again, the Touratech Storm disappears into the space-saving bag provided and can be conveniently stowed away.
The Touratech Storm rain suit is available in black with neon yellow sections in six sizes from S to 3XL. Jacket and trousers can be purchased separately.
 
Further informationon in the webshop