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Total Motorcycle Press Coverage
Calgary Motorcycle Show 2005 January 7- 9th, 2005 |
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of the 2005 Calgary Motorcycle Show
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of the 2004 Calgary Motorcycle Show
Introduction to the 2005 Calgary Motorcycle Show:
Total Motorcycle.com press coverage of the Calgary Motorcycle Show
Total Motorcycle is pleased to announce our annual coverage of the 2005 Calgary Motorcycle Show again this year. We will be bringing you the latest new bike photos, industry news, inside information, tips as well as any rumors we hear.
The Calgary Motorcycle Show is now in it’s 4th great year. We have been there since the 1st one and last year’s (2nd) was even bigger and better. So hopes are high that the 3rd year will surpass the first two years, if that is possible.
The Calgary Motorcycle Show will feature an exhilarating freestyle motocross (MX) demonstration presented by Kawasaki.
There is plenty of action to take in over the course of the weekend. The Alberta Mini Road Racing Association will be running the first ever demonstration road-race of its kind in Canada at the Calgary Motorcycle Show. The action will highlight all classes of bikes starting with the 50cc bikes for the beginner and youths up to the intimidating formula 80 bikes ridden by some of the most seasoned vets. The largest and most popular class, the “Thunder Class” will be featured with up to 30 riders competing over the weekend. In addition the 8-10 year olds will have an opportunity to show their stuff on the track. Some of the more notable racers include, Clint McBain, the 2002 Canadian 600cc National Champion, Chuck Downey an AMA national series top ten finisher and local ace Peter Holzinger. On Sunday afternoon the excitement peaks with the finals at 3:30 pm.
If speed isn’t what drives you then the Alberta Trials Riders Association Demonstrations may be more up your alley. These men and women will demonstrate their trials skills on a number of obstacles, varying in size, shape and height including a teeter totter, ramps and the “A” frame.
To round off the action at the 2005 Calgary Motorcycle Show, Canadian Kawasaki is bringing back Team Outlaw and the MX Freestyle. This extreme sport pushes the limits in every respect. Reagan Sieg the current Canadian Champion will be participating, as well as Kris Garwasiuk, Drew Cooper and Mike McGaw.. These guys have perfected tricks such as the “Kiss of Death”, “Rock Solid” and “Cliff Hangar”. The high-flying action is sure to be a show stopper.
Once you’ve checked out all the action. Stroll around and check out the over 150 exhibits featuring the new 2005 models and accessories direct from the manufacturers – including Kawasaki, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, Deeley Harley-Davidson, BMW, Triumph, Ducati, Victory, KTM, Vespa, and Aprilia.
The 2005 Calgary Motorcycle Show begins at noon on Friday, January 7th and continues through until 5:00 PM Sunday, January 9th,at the Round-up Centre, Stampede Park. Admission is $12.50 for adults, $8.00 for seniors, $8.00 for juniors (6-15 years), and $28.00 for families (2 adults, 2 juniors). Kids under 6 get in free when accompanied by an adult.
Major Manufacturers Show Off the Newest 2005 Bikes, ATVs and Scooters
2005 Kawasaki, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, Harley-Davidson, BMW, Triumph, Ducati, Victory, KTM, Vespa, Aprilia and many more manufacturers…
Several of the manufacturers will be displaying brand new models in addition to those that are tried and true. BMW Motorrad Canada will introduce the K1200S, a first ever supersport motorcycle from BMW. The Calgary Show Western Canada’s premiere showing of the totally redesigned R1200GS the number one selling bike worldwide for BMW.
The launch of the Victory Hammer with a six speed transmission and a 250mm rear tire, no other manufacturer boasts this width of tire on a production motor cycle will be available for viewing. Also on display will be the Vegas 8 Ball and the Kingpin.
This year Harley-Davidson has expanded their popular Sportster, Dyna Glide and Softail lines, with four new models boasting a myriad of enhancements and state of the art technology.
KTM Canada will be showing off amazing looking Supermoto racing models, exclusively built for the Canadian market.
The latest in the Ducati Superbike family the 999R, it has been dubbed the “ultimate superbike” with the highest horsepower V-Twin engine ever produced for a street legal motorcycle.
New from Triumph are the Rocket III, the world’s largest production super cruiser and the two new 900cc twins – the T100 Bonneville and Speedmaster.
The 2005 ZX-6 series from Kawasaki with its host of modifications, it is the highest performing middleweight supersport model of its kind.
If four wheels is more appealing then be sure to stop the Suzuki booth and check out the LT-F700X KingQuad – named “ATV of the Year”. Also don’t mist the first Western Canadian display of the Boulevard cruiser motorcyles.
Keeping pace with the times and trends the manufacturers will have something special for the ever growing touring crowd, two of which are the Royal Star Tour Deluxe from Yamaha and the Honda Goldwing GL 1800A anniversary edition, celebrating 30 years at the top of the touring category.
Aprilia or Vespa will also be there too. The Granturismo, by Vespa offers agility and ease of use, particularly in the city. Its top performance exceeds North America’s most stringent regulations regarding noise and exhaust emissions.
MX Freestyle Event
This year they are again bringing back Team Outlaw and the extreme MX Freestyle Event sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki.
Scooter Demo Craze
Scooter Craze Demo Daze presented by Vespa Calgary
Indoor Mini-road Racing
Indoor Mini-road Racing event on 50cc bikes put on by Alberta Mini-Road Racing Association.
Vintage Classics, Post Modern and Modern Classics Motorcycles
The Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Group will have an incredible display of vintage motorcycles dating back to the early 1900’s. In addition to the vintage display the club will actually be refurbishing a motorcycle on-site. To add to this unique area, the Reynolds-Alberta Museum will have a variety of motorcycles on hand to promote their upcoming exhibit “Life and Times of the Motorcycle”. Here’s a chance to sneak peak at some true classics, including the 1929 Brough Superior which has become known as the “Rolls Royce” of British motorcycles, and the epitome of British racing bikes the 1961 Norton 500 Manx, just to name a few. These displays will transport you back in time.
Trails Demo
The Alberta Trials Riders Association will be performing trial demonstrations throughout the weekend
Fashion Show
Parts Canada is sponsoring a number of Fashion Shows featuring the latest in Motorcycle gear and clothing trends.
Bike Rides for Tykes
Kids can enjoy the thrill of the ride at the kids’ electric bike riding area, operated by the Calgary Safety Council. Rides take place throughout the show.
Grand Prizes
To add to the excitement the show will wrap up Sunday with a unique grand prize draw. The winner of the elimination draw will have their choice of one of the following Kawasaki products, a Vulcan 800 Classic Cruiser, a Motocross 250cc 4 stroke, or a KVF 360 4×4 ATV. The grand prize is valued at $10,000 and provided by Pro-Am Motorcycles
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