NEW MODEL EXCITEMENT AT THE 2010 EDMONTON MOTORCYCLE SHOW
Edmonton, Alberta, November 30, 2009 –
Want to see what’s new in motorsports for 2010? The 2010 Edmonton Motorcycle Show is set to unveil some of the most exciting new models for the upcoming season. The 2010 Edmonton Motorcycle Show kicks off Friday, January 15, 2010 at Edmonton Expo Centre and runs through Sunday, January 17.
Manufacturers confirmed to date include: American Ironhorse, Aprilia, BMW, Boss Hoss, BRP, Can Am, Daelim, Ducati, Harley Davidson, Honda Canada, Hyosung, Indian, Kawasaki, KTM, Konker, Lehman Trikes, Moto Guzzi, Piaggio, Rewaco Trikes, Saxon, Suzuki, Triumph, Ural, Vespa, Victory/Polaris and Yamaha.
Riders of all ages will be thrilled to see what’s new for 2010 from these top manufacturers:
Motorcycle enthusiasts will want to come down to see the bike the industry has waited eight years for, the Fischer MRX650. Billed as the “American Exotic,” 2010 Models of the MRX are now shipping.
Teenagers and the environmentally conscious alike will want to come to see the wide variety of motor scooters on display. Of note, the new E-Max electric scooter will be on show. This electric scooter is manufactured in Germany, and is approved by Transport Canada as a Limited Speed Motorcycle (49 cc), making it street legal with a top speed of 60 km/h and a range of 50 to 70 km per charge.
BRP will be showing off its new CAN-AM Spyder RT roadster in response to demand for a more touring friendly platform, as well as an industry-first trailer package designed specifically for the new roadster.
Harley Davidson has created four new models for 2010, including the all new CVO Softail Convertible, the CVO Street Glide the reprised CVO Ultra Classic Electra Glide and the Fat Bob. All four new models will be at the manufacturer’s booth for the weekend.
Following its success in the luxury touring market, Victory Motorcycles expands into the touring motorcycle segment with two new models: the Victory Cross Country and the Victory Cross Roads.
Last, but certainly not least, Suzuki Canada will be showing its new 2010 Boulevard M50, GSX1250 and RMX450Z models.
“The annual Edmonton Motorcycle Show is a great way for manufacturers to connect with riders each year,” says Laurie Paetz. “For those who are considering a new motorcycle, scooter or ATV purchase this year, the Motorcycle Show is their chance to see all the models under one roof.”
The 2010 Edmonton Motorcycle Show, one of seven motorcycle and ATV shows owned by the Motorcycle and Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV), will be held at the Edmonton Expo Centre from January 15 to 17, 2010.
The 2010 Edmonton Motorcycle Show
Edmonton Expo Centre
Friday, January 15, 12:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 16, 10:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 17, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Daily Admission
Adults: $13.00
Senior: $9.50 (Over 65)
Junior: $9.50 (Ages 6 – 15)
Family Pass: $35.00 (2 Adults and 2 Juniors)
Children: FREE (Under 6 years of age and accompanied by an Adult)
For media registration, contact:
Heather Moore
Show Publicist William Joseph
T: 403.770.4900 ext. 29
F: 403.232.8996 E: h.moore@williamjoseph.ca
The Edmonton Motorcycle Show is the Canadian motorcycle and ATV industries’ official event for the launch of new 2010 models. At the show, visitors can view the newest bikes, ATVs, gear and accessories from companies such as Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Harley-Davidson, BMW, Ducati, Polaris, Victory, KTM, Triumph, BRP, Hyosung, Aprilia, MotoGuzzi, Vespa, CMI, Arctic Cat and more. Complete show information is available at www.motorcycleshows.ca or www.sportshows.ca.
For more show information and to receive show updates, contact:
Laurie Paetz
Show Manager
T: 403-245-9008
C: 403-888-6583
E: paetz@sportshows.ca
About MMIC and COHV:
The MMIC and COHV are national, non-profit industry associations whose members include the major manufacturers, distributors and retailers of motorcycles and ATVs in Canada. The MMIC/COHV owns seven Motorcycle and ATV shows held across the country and member companies’ account for more than 90 per cent of all new motorcycles and ATVs sold in Canada each year. Information on the MMIC and COHV is available at www.mmic.ca and www.cohv.ca.
For more information on the MMIC and COHV, contact:
Jo-Anne Farquhar
Director of Communications and Public Affairs
T: 416-491-4449 ext 105
Toll free: 1-877-470-6642
C: 416-996-9207
E: jfarquhar@mmic.ca
E: jfarquhar@cohv.ca
About CNSS:
CNSS is a non-profit corporation and the largest producer of boat, fishing, sportsmen’s, ski, outdoor and motorcycle shows in Canada. Through its family of shows, the corporation raises funds to ensure that generations of young Canadians can benefit from Canada’s outdoors. Since the first show held in 1948, more than $30,000,000 has been committed to these causes