The event has always had a strong European flavour to its eclectic mix of traders and this year there are many brand new names making their way across the water! France, Germany, Spain and the Netherlands are just a few of the places people are travelling from to make sure they are part of the largest outdoor motorcycle autojumble in the UK! Of course, we will still be welcoming our familiar friends from British soil, including Ace Classics who are holding a special ‘Workshop Clear-out’ at the show!

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Held at Netley Marsh in the idyllic New Forest, visitors will find hundreds of autojumble stands containing all the best in motorcycle related items - from ‘complete’ bikes, memorabilia, parts, leathers, accessories and much much more! Along with a highly impressive display of motorcycles from both private entries and clubs - classic bike fans couldn’t ask for anything more!

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.

The URS motorcycle and sidecar will be sold by Bonhams at the show after being offered from an important UK private collection, together with the 500cc URS-engined Seeley prototype that John Blanchard rode to 4th place in the 1967 Ulster Grand Prix and which was raced later in 750cc form by Tony Jefferies.

World Champion in 1960 riding a privately entered BMW, Helmut Fath spent the next few years out of racing following a serious injury. When his attempts to return to racing were knocked back by the German manufacturer, he set about building his own four-cylinder ‘URS’ racing engine, which took its name from the village of Ursenbach in Germany where the project was conceived.

The URS was plagued by teething troubles in its first two seasons but delivered Fath his sweet revenge in 1968, when he and passenger Wolfgang Kalauch beat BMW-mounted Johann Attenberger to take the World Championship. In 1969 another serious injury enforced Fath’s retirement from the sport but the URS was not done yet. Horst Owesle took over the drive and after a promising debut season which saw him finish 7th in the 1970 World Championship, he and passenger Peter Rutterford secured the URS’s second World title the following year.

Also offered from the same collection is the actual 1977 MV Agusta 832cc Monza superbike that was tested by ‘The Motor Cycle’ magazine at 147mph, making it the fastest production machine in the world at that time, with an estimate £30,000 - 35,000.

The Sammy Miller Museum in New Milton, Hampshire has put forward three of its machines: a 1933 AJS 496cc Model 34 (est £10,000 - 12,000), a 1934 Matchless 596cc Silver Hawk V-Four (est £30,000 - 35,000) and a 1922 Velocette 220cc EL3 Lady’s Model (est £3,500 - 4,500). The AJS and Matchless have been totally restored by the Museum’s own workshops to their customary impeccable standard, while the Velocette is presented in original and unrestored condition.

Vincents are always in demand and this sale provides plentiful opportunities for devotees of the Stevenage marque to expand their collections, there being no fewer than eight already consigned. Six are offered by the same private collector: a 1954 Black Shadow Series C (£40,000 - 50,000), c.1948 Rapide Series B (£17,000 - 20,000), 1949 Rapide Series C (£17,000 - 20,000), 1955 Rapide Series D (£18,000 - 22,000), 1969 Egli-Comet (£8,000 - 12,000) and 1951 Comet Series C (£8,000 - 10,000).

No sale at The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show would be complete without a selection of collectible Japanese motorcycles and Bonhams has some real rarities on offer this year. Consigned from the same private collection, these include a 1960 Lilac 300cc Lancer £3,800 - 4,200, 1959 Yamaguchi 49cc AP10 Autopet (£2,800 - 3,000), 1971 Bridgestone 350cc GTO (£4,000 - 4,500), 1966 Marusho 499cc Magnum (£3,500 - 4,500), 1956 Yamaha 125cc YA2 (£2,500 - 3,000) and 1959 Yamaha 125cc YA3 (£2,500 - 3,000). A 1919 Royal Ruby 269cc (£4,000 - 5,000) and 1953 Jonghi 250cc (£2,500 - 3,000), believed to be the only example in the UK, are offered by the same vendor.

Other noteworthy machines include a restored 1929 Brough Superior OHV 680 (£65,000 - 75,000); a one-owner 1967 Velocette Venom Thruxton (£15,000 - 18,000); and an ex-Robert Dunlop 1988 Honda RS125 (£8,000 - 12,000).

A full house of 150 entrants in cars and on motorcycles will be racing against the clock on the UK’s longest and most demanding permanent hillclimb course. Spectators will be able to see everything from diminutive Nissan Micras to specialist single seater racing cars, plus almost 40 motorcycles and combinations ranging from 174cc to 1300cc.

There’s also the exciting bonus of a class made up by members of the TVR Car Club and amongst the 18 TVR sports cars entered are seven models powered by 5 litre V8 engines - and these are going to sound as impressive as they look as they hurtle up the hill.

Other highlights include ultra-fast Sarah Cordingley in her Radical Prosport Sports Libre Class racing car and the irrepressible Vini Dobson in his incredibly speedy VW Golf Mk 1.

Harewood Speed Hillclimb is located off the A659 Harewood to Collingham road between Leeds & Harrogate and well signposted on all approach roads. Spectators can get close to the cars in the paddock, talk to the riders and drivers and see the course that left BBC Top Gear’s The Stig speechless in admiration when he tried it out recently!

Catering and refreshments are available throughout the event, picnic tables and seating are provided and there are trackside displays showing each competitor’s speed and time up the course, plus an informative commentary.

Spectator entrance is just £10 per person for each meeting and children under 14 are free of charge.

Future meeting dates are detailed on the website at www.harewoodhill.com along with some exciting videos of cars racing in what must be Yorkshire’s most scenic motorsport location.

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:

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After ten years at Peterborough’s East of England Showground, Tail End gets a new home and a makeover for 2010 but organisers are keen to ensure that the event doesn’t lose any of the atmosphere that has made the event so popular for thousands of visitors, once again booking an appearance by James Toseland and his band Crash to headline Saturday evening’s entertainment.

Top class arena entertainment from the Bolddog Lings Stunt Team and amazing trick trials rider Steve Colley will keep the crowds happy while in a special area, cut and thrust racing from the British Lawnmower racing association will give a whole new meaning to the phrase cutting-edge technology!

Norton and Kawasaki join the hundreds of Tail End’s regular trade exhibitors already booked, while the ever-popular Wall of Death and a large fun fair ensure Tail End retains its end of season party feel.

Moto GP fans are catered for too with a giant screen showing all the action live from Saturday’s qualifying and Sunday’s Moto GP round from Aragon.

For those camping, ticket prices include live entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings from bands such as Trash Monkey (back from a successful bmf May show appearance), the Femones, the League of Mentalmen, The Band from County Hell and Bad Penny with James Toseland and Crash headlining Saturday.

There’s even a free shuttle bus service from Lincoln city centre to the showground throughout the weekend and Lincs FM will be broadcasting live from the show on Saturday. As Martin Chick says, “This promises to be a great show and one that shouldn’t be missed!”

For ticket information, visit www.bmfshows.co.uk

“I’m really looking forward to attending this year’s Motorcycle Mechanics Show and having the chance to visit England again,” said Eddie Lawson. “I’m restoring a few of my old bikes now and can really appreciate the work that goes into keeping the older machines in shape. I’ll definitely enjoy seeing the motorcycles and products on display, and the opportunity to meet the enthusiasts and fans who appreciate the bikes and riding as much as me.”

The show, held over the weekend of 16-17^th October, is sure to be the biggest to date, particularly with such an incredibly rare appearance in Britain from such a great star. Lawson will be on hand all weekend to meet his fans, sign autographs and talk about his mind-blowing career.

Don’t miss out on your chance to see Eddie Lawson at Stafford - Book your advance tickets NOW! Call 01507 529529 or visit www.classicbikeshows.com today!

All the regular British traders, jumblers and clubs will be in attendance, but as usual, the Eurojumble is a fantastic opportunity to check fresh stock from across the water with visitors and traders travelling from all over Europe to the event in the New Forest. With a whole host of new traders for 2010 - this is sure to be the best yet!

This two-day eurojumble extravaganza always attracts a highly impressive display of motorcycles from both classic clubs and private entries. Last year’s Best Club Award was won by Suzuki Katana, while other highly coveted prizes, such as The Classic MotorCycle award was presented to Sid Wilkinson for his impressive 1925 Matador. In an event which sees a host of friendly rivalry, 2009 winners are sure to want to hang on to their wins!

And there is much, much more - with excellent catering and camping facilities, including a bar and free parking, PLUS discounts on advance tickets - there is plenty for all motorcyclists to enjoy at a great value price!

Advance tickets start from just £4.50 for senior citizens and £6.50 for adults. To take advantage of these exclusive prices today, pre-book online at: www.classicbikeshows.com or call 01507 529529 before the closing date Monday 6 September.

Gates open at 9am on Friday 10 and Saturday 11 September until 5pm

The long-established event attracts thousands of biking enthusiasts every year but this year sees the addition of a competition for stunt riders, all of whom will be aiming to take a slice of the £7,000 in prize money that’s on offer.

Entrants have already been confirmed from Spain, Germany, Poland and Ireland, as well as Scotland, France and Norway. The senior competition judge will be none other than AC Farius. Others are expected to be attracted by different stunt classes including Stunt Soccer, Sickest Trick and the Freestyle Finals.

“It would be easy to stage this sort of competition as a stand-alone event in London or at the NEC, but we wanted to give something extra to the biking enthusiasts who have visited the South West Motorcycle Show for years now,” explained event organiser Howard Cartledge. “Visitors will have the chance to watch a very intense competition that gives a flavour of the radical, extreme and street-bred stunt routines that are wowing audiences on the European circuit. The Stunt Soccer competition will include England v Rest of the World; maybe we can win this one!”

Other features at this year’s show include the new Performance Car Drifting demonstrations by Santa Pod Raceway, the Head2Head motorcycle wheelie machine challenge, Classic & Vintage British motorcycle display, Streetfighter display and Custom trike display; as well as bargain bike gear in the usual trade and display area.

Musical entertainment will be courtesy of two Radio Road Shows by Palm FM (Saturday) and Exeter FM (Sunday), as well as live performances by House of Kane.

The annual South West Motorcycle Show will be held at Westpoint Centre in Exeter, Saturday 28^th and Sunday 29^th August 2010, opening times are from 10.00am until 5.00pm (both days).

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For more information, visit http://www.bikeshowseurope.co.uk/index.php/southwest-home

The newest event on the Beaulieu calendar proved to be extremely popular with more than 2,000 bike enthusiasts ride into the grounds of the show, with bike fans travelling from all over the UK to take part.

Judith Maddox, the Events Manager for Beaulieu, said:”The new ‘Muster’ event continues Beaulieu’s long established association with motorcycles and motorcycling events and has being staged in direct response to visitor feedback.

“We know that bikers like to have fun and show off their bikes and this event offers an opportunity to be part of the display and enjoy all of the Beaulieu attraction at the same time.”

As well as the mammoth public ride-in, the event also saw plenty of opportunities to stock up on biking goods as traders set up stalls selling bike accessories, clothing and parts, with bargain hunters getting stuck in to find snap up some great biking gear.

Breathtaking professional stunt displays were also on show to wow the crowds at the Beaulieu Arena. Steve ‘Showtime’ Colley, the three time British Solo Trials Champion, and the Extreme Globe Riders showcased their skilful riding, with the latter reaching over 5G as they crossed each other in a metal cage at over 70kph.

The People’s Choice Best Bike Award was voted by the public and was awarded to Danny Osbourne who came to the event with his Kawasaki ZXR 400. Stunt rider Steve Cooley presented him with a £100 in cash, a bottle of Beaulieu champagne and some Autoglym cleaning products.

Beaulieu is in the New Forest and attracts bike fans from all over the UK and is also home to the National Motor Museum.

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