Race stars go head to head at Carole Nash Motorcycle Live
More racing stars flocked to day four of Carole Nash Motorcycle Live at The NEC, Birmingham with riders from MotoGP, World Superbikes and British Superbikes all in attendance. Thousands of bike fans headed to Birmingham to see their heroes in the flesh and get a look at the new bikes on offer for 2011.
MotoGP star Alvaro Bautista – who will remain with Rizla Suzuki for the 2011 season – spent the day meeting and greeting fans and taking part in the fun and games on the Black Horse Stage in the Arai Entertainment Zone. He was joined by SBK rider Sylvain Guintoli – and the two went head to head in the Question of Bikes quiz hosted by BBC’s Steve Parrish.
After a well-fought battle alongside BSB stars Tommy Hill and Michael Laverty and actor Danny John Jules, the game ended in a draw. “I’ve really enjoyed today,” said Bautista. “The quiz show was fun and it’s always great to meet the fans. It’s been a good opportunity to spend some time having photos taken with fans and doing signings. It’s a fantastic event with so much to see and do, I’d like to come back as a visitor!”
From new bikes to interactive riding experiences and plenty of special features, visitors have a lot to pack in to the day at Carole Nash Motorcycle Live. Race fans can get a look at the actual machines ridden to victory by MotoGP Champion Jorge Lorenzo and World Superbike Champion Max Biaggi, while custom enthusiasts can get their fix in the Custom Xtreme Zone sponsored by BSH and Streetfighters.
For budding adventure riders the Escape Zone sponsored by Yamaha Super Tenere is the place to be, where visitors can find everything they need to plan the trip of a lifetime. When it comes to finding the perfect bike to do it on, pick from the cream of the motorcycling crop. Every major motorcycle manufacturer is present at the Event showcasing a huge range of new and favourite models.
Finlay McAllan, Managing Director of Event organisers, MCI Exhibitions says: “It’s been another brilliant day with more big names from the racing world coming along to offer support. The feedback we’re getting from visitors has been incredibly positive with the main complaint being they haven’t got enough time to cram everything in! It’s music to our ears.”
Carole Nash Motorcycle Live runs until 5 December 2010. Tickets are £17 for adults, £10 for Seniors, £5 for children aged 11-16 and kids under 10 go free. All riding experiences are free. The Ramp’d Up Freestyle Motocross Arena is £5 per adult and £2.50 for children 5-16.
For further information, visit motorcyclelive.co.uk.
