This year’s Classic Dirt Bike Show held at Telford’s International Exhibition Centre was well attended by exhibitors, traders and visitors. Judging by some of the gleaming classics on show, it was quite apparent how many enthusiasts occupied their time over lockdown!
Hagon Shocks was the major sponsor, as it has been for the last nine years, and managing director Martin Hagon seemed as keen as ever about the event. “We think it’s a great show to come to. Being this early in the year, lots of people come to find bits and pieces to get their bike prepared for the season. It always seems very friendly and there’s a great atmosphere at the show. For anyone who hasn’t been before – please come!”
Guest of honour this year was three-times World 500 MX Champion Dave Thorpe. In between fans taking selfies with him, he said he was amazed at how many people were in attendance and how good it was to see so many bikes from his era, and even older ones, such as the Matisses that his father used to ride. He was also impressed by how vibrant the classic dirt bike scene was.
We can leave the final words with the event organiser, Mortons’ Nick Mowbray. “This year’s Classic Dirt Bike Show was one of the biggest and best yet! It was gre at to see so many off-road enthusiasts coming together at Telford to celebrate machines from across the decades. The quality of the bikes on display and the overall feel for the show was praised by off-road legends throughout the weekend.”