If you've got a passion for all things two wheels, then here's our selection of the eleven best motorcycle shows and events across the UK and Ireland.

1. Manchester Motorcycle Show
See in the New Year with a mix of stunt action, accessory bargains, custom bikes, live indoor trials competitions and the latest brand new models on display at Manchester's G-Mex arena.

2. The London Motorcycle Show, Excel, London
The MCN backed London Motorcycle Show has been going for years and keeps getting bigger, star guests, performance racing specials, spares 'n' accessories, plus a great stunt show and loads of bargains too. For 2007 the London Motorcycle Show will be the first showing off the new 1098 Ducati sportbike In the UK, plus the Aprilia Shiver/Mana roadsters.

3. The Irish Motorbike Show, RDS Exhibition Centre, Dublin, Ireland
This show usually takes place in late February/early March at the RDS complex, and features indoor stunts, Supermoto and off-road action outdoors, as well as a lively mix of modern machines, choppers, streetfighters and classic bikes inside the main halls.

4. The Scottish Motorcycle Show, Royal Highland Showground, Ingliston,
This is the premier motorcycle event North of the border and offers bike fans the chance to see the latest new machines including custom bikes, scooters, trikes and a range of classics on display in the Carole Nash sponsored Classic Pavilion. There's always a great selection of outdoor stunt activity at the Scottish Motorcycle Show, plus helicopter rides, mini moto, and demo rides on both road and off-road motorcycles. More at www.scottishmotorcycleshow.co.uk

5. International Classic Motorcycle Show, Stafford Showground, Staffordshire
Every April the very best in classic motorcycles are on display at Stafford, along with hundreds of trade stands selling bikes, spares, memorabilia, clothing etc. This show attracts visitors from all over the world.

6. The BMF Show, East of England Showground, Peterborough
The biggest outdoor motorcycle show in the UK, attracts some 70,000 bikers in May, all keen to snap up a bargain, watch the arena activities, or find out who has won the Carole Nash sponsored 'Best In Show' motorcycle awards.

7. World of Motorcycling at Beaulieu
In late June, Lord Montagu of Beaulieu invites motorcycle enthusiasts to enjoy a mixture of classic racers, MX and grass track machinery in action. With the addition of modern bikes on display, club stands, demo rides and some dramatic stunt action in the main arena Beaulieu is of the best outdoor events of the biking season.

8. MotoGP, Donington Park, Leicestershire
Each July the world's top motorcycle road racers visit the UK to put on a display of skill on Donington's high speed curves. The 2007 season sees the introduction of the 800cc engine limit, but the bikes should still be hitting around 170mph on the main straight.

9. Classic Mechanics Show, Stafford Showground, Stafford
If you're a biker of a certain age who recalls those glorious machines from the 70s and 80s, then this is the show for you. Usually taking place in early October, this show features amazing restorations of classic Honda, Yamaha and Suzuki machines, club stands, spares, memorabilia, guest celebs and a classic motorcycle auction.

10. The International Motorcycle and Scooter Show, NEC Centre, Birmingham
Every October, the NEC plays host to the big names in the UK bike industry, with new models on show, plus the Carole Nash Custom Xtreme zone, Touring Zone, demo rides, classics, scooters, the best in clothing, bike security and accessories etc. The event lasts eleven days and draws around 160,000 people.

11. The Dirt Bike Show, Stoneleigh Park, Warks
If you like off-road bikes, or Quads, then the Dirt Bike Show is unmissable. It's the biggest off-road biking show in the UK and you'll find the latest Moto X, Trials, Enduro bikes, classic dirt bikes, plus the very best in bike clothing, helmets, accessories, tuning equipment and more.