Nearly 40,000 motorcycle fans defied Storm Dennis and flocked to ExCeL for the annual Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show. Two-wheel enthusiasts were able to get close to the latest 2020 motorcycles from the world’s leading manufacturers, see exotic racing machines past and present, rub shoulders with a host of biking celebs and grab a bargain at one of the many retailers on display.
Valentine’s weekend once again saw 39,276 motorcycle enthusiasts attended the show, at which the 2020 Isle of Man TT Classic races were officially launched.
Elsewhere, the Bonhams Classic Zone took fans back in time with a host of rare classics, which included machines from the Morbidelli Collection and the National Motorcycle Museum. The Custom & Cafe Racer Zone – Styled by Spada showcased some incredible machines from Europe’s best custom bike builders.
Thunderdrome sponsor Michelin’s operational marketing manager Andy James commented: “The show gives us a fantastic opportunity to offer customers and show-goers a unique experience and allow them to interact with the Michelin brand. Our stand has been packed all weekend but it is not just about having a busy stand, we have had meaningful interactions with visitors. Our bike simulator and having Dougie Lampkin greet visitors on the stand helped to create genuinely memorable experiences for those who stopped by.”
Indian Motorcycle National Sales Manager Andrew Simpson said: “It’s been a really great show for us. It is the right time of the year with the riding season just about to start and, customers are clearly ready to buy and take to the roads. We’ve tried to lay on a different sort of experience which has been well received and we had a real buzz when the Women Riders World Relay visited us as part of their global relay challenge.”
Triumph Marketing Coordinator Ruth Speller added: “The show gave us the perfect stage for a first showing of our Tiger 900 machine which was the basis of our daily ‘Tiger Talks’ which were extremely popular. Our Guy Martin Great Escape display also really pulled in the crowds as something different.”
The 2021 Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show will be held on the 12-14 February.