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Motorcycle Live tickets on sale
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash » Bike News - Thursday, 19th August 2010, 9:26 GMTTickets for Carole Nash Motorcycle Live 2010 at the NEC in Birmingham are now on sale, with a host of new attractions and exhibits promised for the revamped British bike show. Previously known as the Carole Nash International Motorcycle and Scooter Show, Carole Nash Motorcycle Live 2010 takes place at the National Exhibition Centre from Saturday November 27 until Friday December 5 2010. After some notable absentees at last year’s event, all the major motorcycle manufacturers have committed their support for Carole Nash Motorcycle Live, ensuring that visitors will get full access to the very latest motorcycles, scooters, clothing and accessories. There is also a major commitment to new riders, with a large area dedicated to the industry’s Get On campaign, replicating the test rides organised throughout the UK to prove that life really is better on two wheels. Finlay McAllan, Managing Director of Carole Nash Motorcycle Live, is thrilled with the event’s new format and identity, saying: “We undertook a great deal of research after last year’s event and spent a very long time with manufacturers and other exhibitors to design an entirely new experience for visitors. “We have a lot of exciting initiatives and features that will be announced over the months leading up to the event,” he added. “But I can promise all motorcyclists, whether they’re old, new or something in between, that Carole Nash Motorcycle Live will have something specific and really exciting for them to come back for.” Tickets are now on sale at www.motorcyclelive.co.uk, priced at £15* for adult. Senior citizen admission is £10* which children 11-16 priced at £5*. Children under 11 are admitted free of charge but will still need a ticket. Ticket Prices for Carole Nash Motorcycle Live 2010: Adult £15* Senior Citizen £10* Child 11-16 £5* Child 0-11 Free (ticket required) * Booking / delivery fees may apply Read article
7,300 Get On two wheels for free
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash » Bike News - Saturday, 20th March 2010, 0:01 GMTThe organisers of the Get On campaign, which aims to encourage people to take to two wheels by offering them the opportunity to sample a motorcycle test for free, after announcing that their new website has seen more than 7,300 people book a free taster session. The campaign, which aims to introduce people to biking without them having to face up to a financial commitment, is going from strength to strength, with participant number growing in spite of the terrible weather that has hit the UK in recent months. More than 100,000 have already visited the new site at www.geton.co.uk, which features a cost calculator that allows visitors to see how much they could save by switching to two wheels, and the campaign is expected to gain even more traction as the summer approaches. The free ride mobile unit will also be hitting the streets of Britain this summer, having proved to be a big success at the Carole Nash NEC Motorcycle and Scooter Show back in November. Starting at the British Leisure Show, Windsor this weekend, the unit will also be making appearances at the Bikesafe National Show in Sheffield, the British Moto GP at Silverstone in July and the 2010 Carole Nash International Motorcycle and Scooter Show at the Birmingham NEC at the end of the year. For more information on Get On, visit www.geton.co.uk Read article
Bike show winner rides home Suzuki
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash » Bike News - Thursday, 4th March 2010, 11:11 GMTBirmingham-based biker Mike Jeynes today took delivery of an amazing 2010 Suzuki GSXR 1000 which he won by entering a competition at the 2009 Carole Nash International Motorcycle and Scooter Show at the NEC. The lucky winner picked up his bike from the Streetbike dealership in Halesowen on Monday March 1, just in time to take advantage of some very welcome and much needed spring weather. Mike was one of more than 110,000 visitors to the Carole Nash NEC Bike Show in November and December 2009, where visitors witnessed world and UK bike premieres and had the opportunity to take part in the host of interactive features on offer. Thousands entered the draw to win the 2010 Suzuki flagship model and Mike was unsurprisingly delighted with his prize. “Winning this Suzuki is a dream come true,” he claimed. “I used to drive past Streetbike every day and always said I wanted a new bike, now I have one! I never thought that I could possibly win something as awesome as this ever in my life!” Finlay McAllan, Managing Director of MCI Exhibitions added: “The whole Show is geared towards offering people unforgettable experiences and we look to engage our visitors by showcasing the very latest leading manufacturer bike models, inviting people to take part in our spectacular interactive features and also, offering the chance to win great prizes. We’re pleased to have worked with Suzuki in offering the GSXR 1000 - we wish Mike all the best and hope he enjoys riding his bike - we look forward to welcoming him back to the 2010 Show.” For more information visit www.motorcycleshow.co.uk. Read article
BSB: Meet Suzuki’s BSB line-up at the NEC
Source: British Superbikes 2009 - BSB Blog - Mirror.co.uk - Wednesday, 24th February 2010, 9:48 GMTIf you want to meet Worx Crescent Suzuki's 2010 line-up ahead of the start of the new season, then don't miss the chance to see Tommy Hill and Yukio Kagayama at the International Motorcycle and Scooter Show at the NEC, Birmingham starting this Thursday (26 November). The all-new line-up in the Worx Crescent Suzuki team of Hill and Kagayama was recently announced and you can have the opportunity to meet the riders at the show. The riders will be meeting fans on the Suzuki stand or you can have an exclusive photo taken on a replica of the official MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship podium. Hill and Kagayama will be available for autographs and photos on the replica podium on Thursday from 14:00, with Hill also due to return to the show to meet fans again on Saturday at 11:00. The BSB podium is located adjacent to the MCE Insurance stand in Hall 1. Read article
Norton take new models to ExCeL bike show
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash - Saturday, 9th January 2010, 6:16 GMTNorton has announced that it will be showcasing all three of its 2010 models at the Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show at the ExCeL centre on Feb 4-7. Having made a welcome and popular return to the Carole Nash International Motorcycle & Scooter Show at Birmingham’s NEC at the end of 2009, the manufacturer will be taking its new Commando Sport, Cafe Racer and 961 SE models to wow the crowds at London’s Docklands next month. Teh manufacturer also attracted plenty of attention at shows in Los Angeles and Toronto. “We’ll have all our bikes - the 961 SE, two Commando Sports and the Café Racer, plus our whole merchandise range,” said new Norton boss Stuart Garner. “Visitors will be able to sit on all the bikes and either myself or Head of Design Simon Skinner - the people who actually developed the bikes - will be there to talk you through all the features. “We went to the NEC, then to the LA Show in America and also to one in Toronto, Canada and we’ve had a fabulous uptake from all three shows. “But as well as selling bikes, the other good news is how well the bikes have been received. When they see the new Norton in the flesh people have been impressed: they like the look, the silhouette and the build quality and it’s all given us confidence and proves that we’re here to stay. Our appearance at the MCN Show gives more people the chance to see the bikes for themselves.” Tickets are available to order now from www.mcnmotorcycleshow.com, priced from £14 adults, £10 concessions and £8 for children aged 11-15 if booked in advance*. Children under 10 go free. *Booking fee may apply. Read article
Norton NRS Wins BGBT
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash - Thursday, 26th November 2009, 15:35 GMTBRITAIN’S GOT BIKING TALENT GOES FOR A BURTON STAFFS BIKER’S NORTON NRS TAKES TITLE After six months deliberation, judging by an expert celebrity panel and the casting of over 20,000 votes the winner of Britain’s Got Biking Talent with Carole Nash has been revealed at the UK’s biggest bike show. Tony Haywood was presented with the award today (Thursday November 26th) by England cricket legend Darren Gough at Birmingham’s NEC which is hosting the Carole Nash International Motorcycle and Scooter Show. His lovingly restored Norton NRS took first prize after a four year project costing £25,000 which involved extensive research and a painstaking search for parts which included enlisting the help of Norton Motors’ boss. Speaking after accepting the award Tony, of Burton upon Trent, said: “It’s absolutely brilliant! I’m an average chap with a bike made in a shed at the bottom of my garden who’s just overjoyed that its now in the Carole Nash calendar.” He added that the award was special because it’s voted for by his fellow bikers: “They’re the people who know and I’m chuffed.” Rebecca Donohue, head of marketing at competition organisers Carole Nash, the UK’s biggest motorcycle insurance specialist, congratulated him, saying: “Tony’s Norton sums up what’s great about British biking and bikers. It’s a product of passion, devotion, commitment and a can-do attitude. It’s also a great tribute to a true motorcycling great.” As well as having his JPS-liveried bike professionally photographed and included in the Carole Nash 2010 calendar which is distributed free to over 100,000 bikers, Tony has won VIP trip with Pole Position Travel to a European MotoGP motorcycle race, including flights, accommodation, paddock pass, an invite to the opening night party and grandstand tickets. To win Tony’s Norton first had to be shortlisted by an expert panel of bikers which included comic Ross Noble, Hairy Biker Si King, around-the-world motorcycling adventurer Nick Sanders and Marc Potter, editor of Motorcycle News. The Norton then had to battle it out among 60 bikes in a public vote. The title is just reward for a bike which began life back in February 2005 when Tony asked Derby-based racing motorcycle specialists Spondon Engineering to recreate the frame of a 1991 factory JPS Norton. He then visited bike shows and museums to photograph remaining original bikes before recruiting ex-riders and engineers to ensure he could build an exact replica. He even roped in Norton staff to assist, including managing director Richard Negus who helped track down an original 1992 race engine. The second prize in Britain’s biggest competition for ordinary bikers went to Blackburn biker Graeme Balshaw for his Ducati 1000s Sports Classic Mike Hailwood Replica. The bike was created in honour of the legendary motorcycle racer who won no fewer than nine world championship trophies. It was ridden last year by Mike’s son David Hailwood during the Ducati parade lap at the Isle of Man TT races. Graeme will now be set to enjoy his prize of a motorcycling trip for two to the French Battlefields with MCI Tours. In third place was the sleek, eye-catching custom dubbed Tradewinds by its creator, Gary France, of Tewin Wood, Hertfordshire. A frame created by legendary American engineer Paul Yaffe bestows this extraordinary machine with a low slung beauty which is enhanced by a stunning red and polished chrome livery. Powered by a Harley-Davidson Screamin Eagle 1800cc Gary has made a bike not just to catch the eye and win awards – it has already taken Best In Class at the H.O.G. euro Festival – but which is practical on the road. Third prize at BGBT has now earned him a Trackday at a UK Motorsport Vision circuit. You can now even get a bike insurance quote online with Carole Nash just click here or call us for a FREE motorcycle quote on 0800 804 7952. Read article
Stars line-up for NEC Bike Show
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash - Wednesday, 25th November 2009, 17:01 GMTWith a list of riders that reads like the who’s who of the biking world flooding to the NEC in Birmingham from the 27th November to the 6th December, the 2009 Carole Nash International Motorcycle and Scooter Show will set a new benchmark for the number of celebrity names appearing at the industry event. Complementing a host of major bike launches from the world’s leading manufacturers, household names including riders and commentators from key Championships including MotoGP, World and British Superbikes will be meeting visitors and unveiling the next generation of bikes. James Toseland, Troy Corser, Bradley Smith, John McGuinness, Charley Boorman and Steve Plater will be joined by Marco Melandri, Carl Fogarty, Jon Kirkham, Jonathon Rea and Leon Haslam to name but a few. This year’s event welcomes the all new Off Road Zone situated in Hall 5 which will be dedicated to the very best from the off road world with the highlight being the opening two rounds of The Future West ACU British Supercross Championships. Taking place on Saturday 28th November and Saturday 5th December, the event will host the biggest names including defending SX1 and SX2 Champ Mike Brown, title challenger Zach Osborne and newly crowned Canadian MX1 Champion and double British Supercross Champion Colton Facciotti. Finlay McAllan, Managing Director of MCI Exhibitions, added: “The number of stars who have committed their time to attend this year’s Show has been overwhelming. The Show is often the only chance the public has to meet them so they are a key visitor attraction and with initiatives such as Get On! coupled with the new Off Road Zone and The Future West ACU British Supercross Championships, we have riders representing all facets of the motorcycle world”. The 2009 Show will offer an incredible selection of bikes, accessories and components with a range of interactive features including the Yamaha Off Road Experience and Karting and Mini-Motos, all of which will demonstrate to visitors of all ages what the industry has to offer. Those looking forward to Preview Day can take advantage of the £28 entry fee, which includes all the interactive features free of charge. Read article
R&G Racing attending the International Motorcycle and Scooter Show
Source: LondonBikers.com - Wednesday, 25th November 2009, 16:28 GMTR&G Racing – the World’s number one manufacturer of crash protection – will be at the Carole Nash International Motorcycle and Scooter Show which begins this week. The show takes place at Birmingham’s National Exhibition Centre, from November 27th to December 6th and the Alton-based company has lots on display at the UK’s number one motorcycle show, including the latest Engine Case Covers and goodies for BMW’s latest machine – the S 1000 RR Superbike. Read article
British Grand Prix 125 trio at NEC Show
Source: MCN Sport - Wednesday, 25th November 2009, 11:19 GMTBritain’s most successful GP racer Bradley Smith heads the talented trio of British 125 cc stars at the International Motorcycle and Scooter Show at the NEC Birmingham. Get all the latest NEC Show news World Championship runner-up Smith will be... Read article
Victory CORE to get European debut
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash - Tuesday, 24th November 2009, 9:56 GMTThe highly sought-after Victory Motorcycles CORE concept will make its first European appearance this weekend as the doors are opened to the 2009 Carole Nash International Motorcycle & Scooter Show. Visitors to the NEC will be amongst the first in Europe to see the Victory CORE in the flesh at the show which opens on Friday 27 November until December 6. Designed and built by the Victory Motorcycles Industrial Team to show the future of performance cruisers, the CORE has been dubbed one of the most exciting motorcycle innovations in recent times. With minimalist looks incorporating a stylish ‘naked’ engine, futuristic body and hard-tail rear end, visitors will marvel at the next generation of motorcycle engineering and design. Polaris Lead Industrial Designer Michael Song is known for his input on the Victory Vision luxury touring models which debuted in 2007 and is now behind the design of the CORE. Song, who will be on the Victory stand to answer questions on the new concept, commented: “CORE is pure motorcycle. We wanted to strip everything that is not critical and build a motorcycle that borrows the production technologies we have incorporated into the Victory Vision. The frame and engine architecture of the Victory Vision was our inspiration however we wanted to make a statement beyond ‘custom’ and create something completely unique.” Finlay McAllan, Managing Director of MCIE, added: “Launching bikes such as the Victory Motorcycles CORE concept are what gives the Carole Nash NEC Bike Show that added glitz and glamour missing from other UK motorcycle shows. We’ve been both fascinated and delighted by the number of leading manufacturers and independent bike builders who have opted to showcase their new products at the Show this year.” The 2009 Carole Nash International Motorcycle and Scooter Show will offer an incredible selection of bikes, accessories and components with a range of interactive features, all of which will demonstrate to visitors of all ages what the industry has to offer. Visitors have until 5:00pm tomorrow (November 25) to take advantage of discounted ticket prices by ordering at www.motorcycleshow.co.uk. If you are making your way to the NEC Bike Show, take a look at our NEC Travel Guide. Tickets to the NEC Bike Show Preview Day: 27 November 2009 Adult £28.00 Child 11-16 £5 Child 0-10 Free* Normal Opening: 28 November - 6 December 2009 Ordered before 5:00pm on 25/11/09 Ordered after 25/11/09 & on-the-door Adult (with Oxford Comfys) £17.00** N/A Adult (admission only) £15.00 £17.00 Family (2 adults, 2 children) £35.00 £40.00 Senior 60+ £5 £5 Child 11-16 £5 £5 Child 0-10 Free* Free* * Children under 10 can enter the show free of charge but must still have a valid ticket. ** Price includes entry to the show and a pack of 3 Oxford Comfys (RRP £13.99) collected at the show. Subject to availability. Read article
