IOC set Tuesday as the fellows' network and natter day on the black carpets for the National Motorcycle show, Motorcycle Live at the NEC.
First stop was Yamaha, Andy Pumfrey showcased the range of the latest electric final mile. IOC chair Carl Lomas and IOC CEO Dr Tracey Worth were on hand to check the zero emission final mile solutions. In a breath of a moment the Lord Mayor's Show IOC Puffin, (most famous puffin delivery in the world) popped up and took the seat of the latest zero emissions Yamaha. Save the sardines as Andy from Yamaha sorted sardine lunch. Who is it this Puffin costume?
Andy Pumfrey at Yamaha showcased zero emission two wheel with help of the IOC Puffin in the riders seat fresh from the Lord Mayor's Show pageant delivery in the City of London.
The fellows network and natter co-ordinated with the MCIA AGM on the same evening to talk compliance and two wheels from light L cat to full power courier motorcycles. Hybrid and zero emission on final mile two wheel electrics.
Motorcycle Live in association with Bikesure Insurance was buzzing’ with the final mile Puffin as the UK’s biggest and most interactive motorcycle and scooter show. Life on the black carpets. The show has become the traditional winter shopping zone for motorcycle and powered two wheeler couriers looking to keep warm on the winter roads. 2023 was no exception with shelves stacked to the ceiling with cold weather courier clothing in every size and shape and price matched to bargains beyond the traditional dealer shops.
IOC Chairman Carl Lomas met Akihito Arai, Executive VP of Arai Helmet Ltd. for a special fitting as he sorted the IOC Chair with a new Arai helmet for the Honda CX 500 courier bike.
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A whole host of activities for fans of electric power, including UK debuts of brand-new models and the chance to try electric powered machines… Alongside Yamaha came Kawasaki with electric hybrid and a host of Chinese electric imports. With over 45 manufacturers showing their 2024 line-ups, Motorcycle Live was the place to see the latest and greatest new models and runs all the way to Sunday Nov 26th.
UK Premiere of the new Maeving RM1S as well as the global unveiling by Ethan and Matt of an exciting prototype from Vulpin - VF1
Throughout the nine-day event, the Black Horse Stage was hosting daily entertainment with live games, quizzes and interviews with top racers and riding celebrities. IOC CEO Dr Tracey Worth joined the Honda-supported games to throw in the rugby challenge, scoring twelve balls in the time scale.
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