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Big names sign up for NEC Show
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash » Bike News - Tuesday, 31st August 2010, 8:57 GMTThe recently announced Carole Nash Motorcycle Live event has clearly captured the imagination of the world’s biggest and best motorcycle manufacturers with the organisers announcing today that a record number of brands will be exhibiting this year. No fewer than 30 manufacturers have now confirmed to attend the all-new event running from 27th November to 5th December at Birmingham’s National Exhibition Centre. The event will see participation from all major motorcycle brands, including iconic British firms Norton and Triumph. The numbers reflect a substantial increase in commitment following last year’s recession-hit event which saw only 11 manufacturers attend - a situation that was also experienced at other European motorcycle exhibitions. Talking about the 2010 event, Managing Director of MCI Exhibitions, Finlay McAllan, commented: “Naturally we’re delighted to announce the attendance of all major motorcycle brands. With all-four Japanese manufacturers confirmed, along with the major US and European marques, visitors will benefit from a bumper crop of 2011 models at this year’s event, making it the must-visit attraction for any motorcycle fan.” It’s not just new metal, however, that will be there in abundance, with a huge array of associated parts, clothing and accessory manufacturers signing up to attend the MCI’s annual biking showcase, the organisers have quite clearly listened to what the visitors want when it comes to visiting a premier motorcycle event in the UK. Motorcycle manufacturers confirmed include: Aprilia, Benelli, BMW, Cagiva, Daelim, Derbi, Ducati, Generic, Gilera, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Hyosung, Kawasaki, Keeway, KTM, Moto Guzzi, MV Augusta, Norton, PGO Scooters, Piaggio, Royal Enfield, Spyder, Star, Suzuki, Sym, Triumph, Vespa, Victory, Watsonian Squire and Yamaha. Tickets for Carole Nash Motorcycle Live are now on sale, priced at £15* for adults, £10* for senior citizens and £5* for children over 11. Under 11’s go free. Order your tickets from www.motorcyclelive.co.uk * Booking fees may apply. Read article
Express Insurance National Road Rally 2010 – Major Awards
Source: Latest News Articles from ACU.org.uk - Tuesday, 6th July 2010, 17:49 GMTThe best solo machine – Mencap Varley Challenge Trophy Mark Sabin - Waterlooville - Honda CBF1000 - Platinum Category + 8 pnts The best Sidecar - Basic Challenge Trophy Graham Rickard - Bridlington - Triumph Trident 900 - Silver Category The best scooter - Daily Mirror Cup Charles Singleton - Kettering - Honda Silver Wing - Platinum Category + 171 pnts The best services rider - Belstaff Challenge Cup Tony Carr - Bicester - BMW R1200RT - Platinum Category + 37 points The best team - Diamond Jubilee Trophy 2PC and Not PC - Martin Dunham, Simon Gardner, David Shelley The best club team Wye Valley Auto Club - Malcolm Herbert, Graham Lee-Green, Roger Nunn The best pre-1970 machine Geoff Steele - Carterton - Velocette - Platinum Category + 19 points The best machine of 125cc or less William Rondelez - Belgium - Piaggio/Vespa - Gold Category The oldest combined age of rider and machine Denis Dawson - Rotherham - Triumph - Platinum + 31 Points - 122yrs The best dealer team 3 Counties Motorcycles - David Groves, Stuart McGifford Read article
Piaggio MP3 400 (2008-current)
Source: | Motorcycle Reviews - Thursday, 24th June 2010, 13:13 GMTThe largest incarnation of the Piaggio MP3 retains the same reassuring all-weather grip and stability afforded by the third wheel, but with more power for motorway cruising. It’s no Goldwing, but if your daily commute mixes town work with high-speed... Read article
Piaggio X7 250ie (2008-current)
Source: | Motorcycle Reviews - Thursday, 24th June 2010, 13:13 GMTThe Piaggio X7 250 ie is halfway between a full-on maxi scooter and a lightweight city scooter, so in theory should offer comfort and a bit of class with some traffic busting ability. It manages it too – it feels... Read article
Piaggio NRG Power (1999-current)
Source: | Motorcycle Reviews - Thursday, 24th June 2010, 13:12 GMTImage is everything when you’re 16 – the Piaggio NRG has it with race bike styling and graphics. But it’s still a 50cc moped restricted to 30mph by law, so unless you’re old enough to derestrict, progress is painfully slow. Read article
Piaggio MP3 Hybrid (2009-current)
Source: | Motorcycle Reviews - Thursday, 24th June 2010, 13:12 GMTHybrid technology has finally reached motorcycles – the MP3 Hybrid has an electric motor that can assist the petrol engine or run as a standalone engine. But sadly it’s not quite ready to provide a viable alternative yet – price... Read article
Derbi GPR50 Nude (2004-current)
Source: | Motorcycle Reviews - Friday, 18th June 2010, 12:26 GMTThis is the naked version of Derbi’s sexy GPR 50 race replica, officially brought into the UK from 2004-2009. The Spanish firm are now part of the massive Piaggio group, which includes Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia, Gilera and Derbi. It’s the... Read article
Piaggio MP3 LT (2009-current)
Source: | Motorcycle Reviews - Thursday, 3rd June 2010, 15:24 GMTThe biggest yet of Piaggio’s peculiar MP3s has an identity crisis. It looks like a scooter but the law classes it the same as a Reliant Robin three-wheeler car. Because Piaggio has added a footbrake and widened the space between... Read article
Piaggio MP3 400 (2008-current)
Source: | Motorcycle Reviews - Thursday, 3rd June 2010, 15:24 GMTThe largest incarnation of the Piaggio MP3 retains the same reassuring all-weather grip and stability afforded by the third wheel, but with more power for motorway cruising. It’s no Goldwing, but if your daily commute mixes town work with high-speed... Read article
Piaggio X7 250ie (2008-current)
Source: | Motorcycle Reviews - Thursday, 3rd June 2010, 15:23 GMTThe Piaggio X7 250 ie is halfway between a full-on maxi scooter and a lightweight city scooter, so in theory should offer comfort and a bit of class with some traffic busting ability. It manages it too – it feels... Read article
