NY Intl Motorcycle Show

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Published on Thursday, 21 January 2010 03:29

Written by Lynne Shannon

Cycle World's first show of 2010, The New York International Motorcycle Show, is being held from January 22 through January 24, 2010 at Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, 655 W. 34th Street in New York City. 

The  International Motorcycle Show exhibits the latest motorcycles models and accessories  including apparel, ATV accessories, fairing and parts, goggles and eyewear, helmets, leather, novelties, off road products, parts and performance products.

This motorcycle extravaganza is an all-access pass to the world of motorcycling with hundreds of the latest street bikes, dirt bikes, cruisers, scooters, ATVs, watercraft and more, as well as vintage bikes, custom choppers, demo rides (in select markets), informative seminars and more. Motorcycle lovers of all ages have the opportunity to check out the latest gear and aftermarket accessories, see thrilling entertainment from the Ducati Freestyle Team and immerse themselves in the motorcycling culture with the Bikes & Beats entertainment area.

Hot New Bikes and Recent Unveilings

Among Harley-Davidson’s Finest for 2010:

CVO Softail Convertible – One of four new or updated limited-production Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) models, the Softail Convertible is configured for all-day touring, two-up cruising or solo profiling by adding or detaching key components, which can be easily removed or installed without tools. The Softail rear suspension mimics the clean lines of a vintage hardtail frame but offers the comfort of modern suspension hidden under the chassis.

Touring Electra Glide Ultra Limited – The Ultra Limited received a performance upgrade via a Twin Cam 103 engine and standard equipment items previously offered only as accessories on regular-production Harley-Davidson Touring models.

Street Glide Trike – The Trike market is a growing segment as an increasing number of older buyers seek a more stable platform on which to enjoy the open road. This new offering joins the Tri Glide Ultra Classic in H-D’s Trike family for 2010.

2010 Can-Am Spyder RT Roadster
Released in response to specific consumer demand for a touring platform, the base RT features 5.5 cu. ft. of cargo space, an electric windshield and touring saddle. The RT Audio and Convenience and RT-S packages add an audio system with iPod integration, heated passenger hand grips, upgraded trim, adjustable rear suspension, fog and LED accent lights and upgraded front cargo space. For more storage, an optional RT622 trailer package provides an additional 22 cu. ft.

2010 Ducati Hypermotard 796
Scheduled to be delivered in late October, this new, lightweight Hypermotard produces 81hp and 55.7lb-ft. from its newly designed engine, has a dry weight of just 368 lbs. and an easy to mount seat height of 32.5 inches.

Honda
This year makes the World debut of the all-new Fury custom chopper. The most radically styled production Honda ever built (and the longest wheelbase ever in a production Honda motorcycle), the Fury was designed to capture the look and feel of a custom chopper provided with Honda fit, finish and reliability. Powered by a 1312cc V-twin, it rolls on an extra-wide 200-series rear tire and a slim-look 21-inch front tire, has a low seat height, comes with a single-shock rear suspension featuring "hard tail" look and includes optional ABS.

Also making its U.S. debut is the highly anticipated 2010 Honda VFR1200F, available with automatic transmission.

Further upgrades are also announced for Honda’s motocrosser, FourTrax, and other vehicles.

Kawasaki
Team Green's rolling into 2010 with a greatly enhanced Concours 14 that's now also available with ABS; the Ninja ZX-10R with upgraded suspension, transmission and bodywork; a Z1000 with a new chassis, engine and styling; and a Versys featuring new bodywork, adjustable windscreen and revised passenger accommodations.

Off-road, there's the KLX110 with a new, more powerful 111cc engine, transmission and push-button electric starting; four models of Teryx 750 FI 4x4, and dozens of other side-by-sides and ATVs.

History of Motorcycles 

On display are some of the finest vintage motorcycles.

* Large-scale timeline detailing motorcycles' beginning, from their simplest forms — bicycles with steam-powered motors — to their most complex, the high-tech, computerized grand prix race bikes.

* Learn the birth of iconic brands such as Harley-Davidson, Honda and Ducati.

* View the pinnacle achievements and events throughout motorcycling's 125-year history.

Vintage motorcycle clubs from around the country will also be participating.

The Headline Action Feature

Choreographed free-style demonstrations performed by Nick Brocha, the 2008 US XDL Freestyle National Champion, and Hollywood stuntman Ernie Vigil, ranked 4th in the US XDL national points series, will shock and amaze with their skill and daring. This unique opportunity to see these daredevils in action is not to be missed.

Performances are held three to four times each day of the show. Check the show times are available in the Explore Motorcycling Welcome Center.

Special appearances this year include Custom Builder Dave Perewitz, and Cycle World's Technical Editor Kevin Cameron, who will be signing copies of his new book Top Dead Center 2.

The Marketplace is a product collection of the leading Aftermarket Parts & Accessories companies on the show floor. Here attendees can try on new helmet models from several different brands, look at different tire models and brands side by side, and talk with manufacturer representatives and expert staff about which products will work best with their motorcycle and riding style, all in a no pressure environment.

For more information, visit www.motorcycleshows.com. 

New York International Motorcycle Show
January 22, 2010 - January 24, 2010

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
655 W. 34th St., New York City.

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