Supercross Spectacular and Off-Road Zone Add Dirt to the International Motorcycle and Scooter Show

27th April 2009

An exciting new Off-Road Zone, complete with two rounds of the Future West ACU British Supercross Championships, has now been announced by MCI Exhibitions Ltd, organisers of The Carole Nash International Motorcycle and Scooter Show. The new Zone situated in Hall 5 will be accommodated by once again increasing the size of the long established Carole Nash NEC Bike Show and will be dedicated to the very best from the off-road world, including new bikes, top riders, clothing, aftermarket products and clubs.

The diverse markets of Motocross, Enduro, Trials and Supermoto will all be represented and with exhibitors able to meet in excess of 60,000* visitors, interest in getting involved has been extremely high. Independent research carried out at last year’s Show revealed that large numbers of show-goers wanted more off-road content, whilst manufacturers and exhibitors from other events expressed an interest in expanding their market to a wider fan base - at one all encompassing show.

The 2009 Show will be backed up by a number of exciting features, the newest and most exciting of which will be two rounds of the Future West ACU British Supercross Championship. Supercross will bring the excitement and energy of motocross into a spectator friendly indoor environment, attracting some of the world’s best riders. The ACU sanctioned events will take place on the evenings of Saturday 28th November and Saturday 5th December with day-time displays taking place throughout the open period of the 10 day Show.

The organisers believe that the introduction of this Off-Road zone into the existing NEC show offers fantastic value for money for regular show goers, Off-Road fans and exhibitors alike.

The Carole Nash International Motorcycle & Scooter Show 2009 takes place between 26th November and 6th December at the NEC, Birmingham, and the Off-Road Zone will be open for the first four days, although some exhibitors may choose to exhibit for the full duration. Thursday 26th November is Press and Trade Day whilst Friday 27th is Preview Day, where all activities, including the 20 minute Supercross displays are free of charge. Off-Road exhibitors and feature line-ups will be announced shortly. For more information visit www.motorcycleshow.co.uk.

Finlay McAllan, Managing Director of MCI Exhibitions, said; ““By incorporating this brand new, dedicated Off Road zone into the Show we aim to provide visitors with an all encompassing two wheeled event. We’re extremely excited that Future West will be adding Supercross to the mix and this, along with our already diverse selection of interactive features can only enhance our visitors’ experience”.

John Hellam of Future West Supercross added "It is very exciting to be going back to the NEC as part of The Carole Nash International Motorcycle and Scooter Show this will give Future West an opportunity to showcase Supercross to a wide range of motorcycle enthusiasts, we are expecting Supercross to be a popular and exciting element of an already great show."