Dallas, Texas– Come see the world’s leading powersports manufacturers including BMW, Can-Am, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Indian, Kawasaki, Royal Enfield, Star, Suzuki, Triumph, Victory, Yamaha on hand to debut their North American lineups, as well as the latest in aftermarket parts and accessories from top brands at the second stop of the Progressive International Motorcycle Shows Tour rolling into Dallas, Texas Friday, November 8 through Sunday, November 10. From seasoned veteran to casual fans, the Dallas Motorcycle Show is the ultimate destination to experience powersports culture, talk with brand and industry experts, shop the marketplace, or even demo that new model you’ve had your eye on.
“We are excited to return to Dallas, as part of the 12-city Progressive International Motorcycle Show Tour,” said Tracy Harris, Senior Vice President, Powersports Group. “Every level of riding enthusiast can find something here – we have all latest new model releases from manufacturers, an even better custom bike show, a wide-variety of products to try and buy, as well as a full schedule of interactive learning and entertainment options.”
Progressive has also stepped it up with a newly designed consumer experience paying homage to not just to the motorcycle community, but the motorcycle lifestyle. The Progressive Garage has been designed to be the ultimate motorcycle enthusiast’s garage, Come in, hang out, paint your own tank in the Progressive® Paint Shop, or race against your friends through the ‘Race America’ Slot Bike track.
For all of the builders out there, get into the action of the J&P Cycles Ultimate Builder Contest. Here’s your chance to compete for nearly $90,000 dollars of prizes at each of the 12 stops on the tour. Enter in any or all of the five different builder classes at the premier custom competition in the country. Go to: www.motorcycleshows.com/ultimate-builder or contact Bob Kay at 817-312-0380 for more information.
Features and special appearances that will fill the Dallas Convention Center with excitement throughout the weekend include: XDL Stunt Show – The XDL Street Jam is a competition-themed demonstration of motorcycle skill performed by the top athletes from the XDL Championship Series. It will include several head-to-head formats in which two riders battle each other in things such as circle wheelie challenges, wheelie races (venue specific), stoppie competitions and a whole lot more. The XDL Street Jam will also feature plenty of audience interaction, motorcycle trivia challenges and some free SWAG (venue specific).
J&P Cycles Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Competition – Returning to the series for a fourth year, the world’s largest motorcycle builder competition will showcase elite-level, custom motorcycle creations vying for a cash purse prize and a chance to compete in the United States Championship finale. This competition will feature five classes including Freestyle, Modified Harley-Davidson, Modified Street, Retro Mod and Performance Custom.
‘Race America’ Slot Bike Track- A handcrafted, one-of-a-kind motorcycle race across America’s most iconic landscapes, where you can challenge fellow bikers to a head-to-head race and win the chance to play the SurPRIZE Machine.
School of Rock – New on tour this year, Progressive and the School of Rock are teaming up to bring attendees the perfect mix of music and motorcycles. This October through February 2014, School of Rock, a performance-based music school franchise, will be sending aspiring music students from around the country to rock out to the classics at the Progressive International Motorcycle Shows. In twelve cities across the nation, the bands will provide rockin’ live entertainment on a large stage with hour-long performances each day. The talented young artists come from more than 45 schools around the country.
Vintage Club Displays – Motorcycle enthusiasts are invited to look into the past, with this special display showcasing retro bikes, courtesy of local vintage motorcycle clubs.
Ultimate Powersports Giveaways – Attendees will enter to win at each tour stop with the chance to win one of five grand prizes which include Suzuki and Triumph motorcycles and Yamaha watercrafts. Winners will be announced at the conclusion of the tour in March of 2014.
Celebrity Appearances – Come meet the Wyatt’s from American Guns as seen on Discovery Channel’s American Guns! Also in attendance will be Leslie Portfield multi-time Bonneville land speed record holder and local Dallas native and customer bike builder Rick Fairless.
Free Motorcycle Parking and Gear Check – Free motorcycle parking will be available for all riders who ride their motorcycles to the show. In addition, riders will be invited to check helmets, jackets and other gear at the show’s main entrance to free their hands and enjoy the new show experience.
The Dallas Motorcycle Show will be open to the public November 8 through Sunday, November 10, at the Dallas Convention Center, located at 650 South Griffith Street, in Dallas. Show hours are Friday, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the event is $12 adults $6 for children 6-11. Children 5 and under are admitted free. On Family Day, Sunday, November 10, all children 12 and under are free when accompanied by a paying adult. For more information, call 800/331-5706 or visit www.motorcycleshows.com.
