Described by organisers as “the highlight of the year for motorcycle and scooter fans from all over the world”, Intermot – the International Motorcycle, Scooter and E-Bike Fair – will take place at Koelnmesse between 3-7 October. The event is being sponsored by the German Motorcycle Industry Association (IVM), based in Essen, Germany.
More than 1000 companies and brands from around 40 countries, including all the big names, will present their latest models and product innovations to the international trade audience and the biker community. In addition to motorcycles and scooters, the product range on offer at Intermot encompasses accessories, clothing, parts, customising, travel and workshop equipment.
Intermot will occupy Halls 6-10 of the Cologne fair grounds, with a total gross exhibition space of around 100,000sq.metres. The tried-and-tested concept of distributing the market leaders across all halls will be continued in order to ensure a steady visitor flow.
Among others, BMW Motorrad, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Ducati, Kawasaki, KTM, Kymco, the Piaggio Group with the Aprilia, Moto Guzzi and Vespa brands, as well as Suzuki, Triumph and Yamaha will be on the starting grid in Cologne. In addition to these, brands like Indian, which has once again expanded considerably, Royal Enfield and Horex will also attend with their own presentations. Benelli can also be seen again in Cologne. In addition, new brands in the electric mobility segment, such as Energica and Zero with their e-motorcycles or emco and Kumpan with their e-motor scooter ranges, will provide fresh momentum in Cologne. In the clothing section, the return of the well-known Italian manufacturer Dainese, which is also bringing the renowned helmet brand AGV with it to Cologne, is especially worth mentioning.
Almost 65% of the more than 1000 exhibiting companies and brands come from abroad. The countries most strongly represented at Intermot are Italy, the USA, the Netherlands, Great Britain, Pakistan, Spain, China and Taiwan. Alongside the individual appearances, groups of exhibitors are also taking part from China, Great Britain, Italy, Pakistan, Taiwan and the USA.
The customised section continues to grow and is being given more space this year. Out of the major manufacturers, BMW Motorrad, Harley-Davidson, Kawasaki, Yamaha and, for the first time, Suzuki and Indian have all registered to also take part in the customised segment in addition to their regular participation. Renowned distributors such as Custom Chrome Europe, Louis, Motorcycle Storehouse and the parts specialist Zodiac will be represented.
The section will also feature internationally renowned customisers including Berham Customs, Harley Factory, JvB, Fred Kodlin, Mellows, No Limit Custom, Walzwerk, Wrenchmonkees and not forgetting the Sultans of Sprint, an alliance between customisers and sprint racers. In keeping with the setting, numerous suppliers will also be showcasing accessories to suit the scene – from clothing and helmets to custom-made parts and exhaust systems.
In the Garage Area of Intermot Customised, the pros will show off the work that goes into creating custom bikes.
As a leading business and information platform, Intermot is continuously showcasing trends and topics that are moving the industry and the motorcycle community, one being “digitalisation”. Intermot, together with BOSCH, Cardo Systems, digades, Sena and the Connected Motorcycle Consortium, CMC, with its founding members BMW Motorrad, Honda and Yamaha – as well as Ducati, Kawasaki, KTM and Suzuki – will showcase the latest solutions and innovations in the areas of safety-related, digital components, enhanced communication comfort thanks to new digital technology and applications, while at the same time presenting both visionary and market-ready ideas. The “Connected Motorcycle World” themed area is located in the heart of Intermot in Hall 6, and is organised around five main themes: Connectivity Vehicle to Vehicle, Connected Horizon & Head Up Display, Group Riding Communication, App & Smartphone Integration. and Emergency Calls.
Intermot e-motion comprises electric motorcycles, electric scooters and bicycles and all accessories. The e-scooters can now finally measure themselves against the gas-powered scooters in Hall 7. Here visitors will find, for example, Kumpan electrics, emco electroroller, NITO, NIU, Vmoto, Citycoco, Walberg and the e-motorcycles by Energica and Zero.
The show is the perfect opportunity to experience the world of motorcycling. Whether novice, returner or experienced motorcycle or scooter rider – with the range of test tracks available, no-one is left out. This is where you can take brand-new models for a test ride, try riding a motorcycle for the first time and test out scooters, dual-sport machines or motocross and trial bikes. And kids can get their first experience on two wheels with an engine too – there is, of course, expert supervision and instruction on all the tracks. The programme also includes: Exciting sprint racing on the 1/8-mile track on Saturday and, on each day of the fair, freestyle MX, safety demonstrations and opportunities to see the daring stunt and acrobatics shows performed by the professionals competing in Cologne in the finale of the first European Stunt Championship.
Ladies@intermot – a programme specially tailored to female bikers: female motorcycling enthusiasts will meet in Hall 7, from where tours of the fair centred on bikes and clothing for women will depart. In addition, the programme includes clubs, associations and interest groups as well as events and information to do with touring, safety, technology and sport, geared specially for women.
Anyone who still hasn’t seen enough action at the end of a long day at the fair can’t miss the freestyle MX show “Night of the Jumps” on Saturday, 6 October.
Intermot Cologne will be open to the general public each day from 3 to 7 October 2018 from 9am to 6pm.