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‘DREAM PAVILION’ OF INDUSTRY’S MOST COVETED BIKES AT PROGRESSIVE® INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOWS




‘DREAM PAVILION’ OF INDUSTRY’S MOST COVETED BIKES TO BE SHOWCASED DURING

PROGRESSIVE® INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOWS® 2011-2012 TOUR 


-- Totalling Nearly a Quarter of a Million Dollars in Value, the Dream Pavilion Hosts Unique and Exotic Motorcycles --


LOS ANGELES (Nov. 29, 2011) – The Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows®,
the world’s largest touring powersports show, today announced the full
line-up of its newest feature, the Dream Pavilion. This new motorcycle
showcase will host an exclusive collection of unique and exotic
motorcycles of incredible value. Recently unveiled at the first stop of
the 12-city tour in San Mateo, Calif., the Dream Pavilion is a must-see
main attraction at the upcoming Dallas show opening this Friday, Dec. 2,
2011. The Dream Pavilion allows show goers to walk the red carpet into a
motorcycle fantasyland allowing enthusiasts to see, touch and
experience some of the rarest and most unique motorcycles in the world.
Numerous bikes from a variety of prestigious brands including Aprilia,
Beta, Darwin, Ducati, Erik Buell Racing, Gas Gas, Husqvarna, KTM, Moto
Guzzi, MV Agusta, Norton and Triumph will be on display.


“The Progressive International Motorcycle Shows has always been an
event that motorcycle enthusiasts attend to see and shop the latest in
motorcycle technology, gear, aftermarket accessories and apparel. With
the addition of our new Dream Pavilion, attendees now have the
opportunity to check out a collection of motorcycles rarely seen,” said
Kerry Graeber, Brand Director, Progressive International Motorcycle
Shows. “These luxury brands will display a unique selection of
hand-picked, limited edition, specialty and exotic motorcycles.”


The 2011-2012 Dream Pavilion will feature:



  • Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC SE
    – A sleek Italian super sport style at its finest, the RSV4 Factory
    APRC SE combines artistry and technology in a street-legal compact
    package. With the latest ride-by-wire technology, a choice of three
    different engine maps and a narrow 65-degree, V-four cylinder engine –
    this is the most powerful engine Aprillia has built to date.

  •  Beta 450 RR
    – The 450 RR features a Beta-built single cylinder, four-valve,
    four-stroke beauty of an engine. Boasting electric start, a steel frame
    with a double-cradle split above the exhaust port, a six-speed
    transmission and twin oil pumps, the Beta is the closest one will come
    to a production works bike.

  • Darwin Motorcycles Brawler GT3
    – This bike is a sport-cruiser that’s no stranger to the AMD World
    Championships winners’ podium. The Brawler GT3 gets its inspiration from
    the cult classic Darwin FXR and features a rubber-mounted powertrain
    with performance brakes and a fully-dialed in suspension.

  • Ducati Diavel AMG
    – The devil is in the details. Ducati partners with AMG for this 2012
    special edition bike, featuring the German maker’s forged five-spoke
    wheels and carbon fiber air vents with aluminum trim. The bike’s frame,
    tank and passenger seat are finished in AMG’s signature Diamond White
    color for a pristine presentation.

  • Erik Buell Racing 1190 RS
    – Erik Buell’s flagship bike is 389 pounds of American-made brawn. With
    a 175 horsepower liquid-cooled V-twin engine, aluminum frame with
    integral fuel reservoir, magnesium wheels and optional carbon package,
    this limited-edition bike is truly a piece of history.

  • Gas Gas TXT Pro 300
    – This is a single-cylinder two-stroke trials bike that will thrill
    serious enthusiasts. Boasting a micro-fusion chassis for rigidity with
    reduced weight, a wider and lower filter box for better control, an
    aluminum swingarm, a Marzochhi front fork and a Sachs hydraulic mono
    shock absorber, the TXT Pro 300 is an impressive vehicle for
    gravity-defying stunts. 

  • Husqvarna TE449
    – With linear power output, Kayaba suspension components, a
    Husqvarna-exclusive Coaxial Traction System and a refined chassis, this
    is Husky’s street legal flagship dirt bike revamped. Featuring sharp
    in-mold plastic design graphics in red and black with silver anodized
    Excel rims for a detailed finished, this bike looks as good as it
    performs.

  • KTM 1190 RC8 R Race Spec
    – KTM brings everything to the table with the 1190 RC8 Race Spec and
    it’s ready to handle any racetrack. This limited-edition production bike
    features KTM PowerParts, a 177 horsepower, 75-degree V-twin motor, a
    titanium Akrapovic exhaust, a light-alloy swingarm, Marchesini forged
    aluminum wheels and Brembo brakes.

  • Moto Guzzi V7 Racer
    – A collector’s dream, the V7 Racer pays homage to the classic V7
    Sport. Featuring suede upholstery, aerodynamic tail flaring with a
    1970s-style race number panel, hand-crafted brushed and drilled aluminum
    side panels, Brembo brakes, adjustable rear shocks and spoke wheels
    with Pirelli Sport Demon tires, this bike is a classic beauty.  

  • MV Agusta F3
    – The F3 from MV Agusta is art on wheels. This three-cylinder
    middleweight super sport has a triple-pipe exhaust, ride-by-wire
    throttle and an electronic engine control that includes traction
    control, launch control, wheelie control, electronic quick shift and
    four pre-set engine maps.

  • Norton Commando 961 Café Racer
    – This stunning café racer boasts amped up speed and handling from the
    storied United Kingdom marquee. Featuring a parallel twin-engine with
    push-rod valve actuation, a five-speed transmission, twin-sided steel
    swingarm, Ohlins front and rear suspensions and Brembo brakes, this bike
    delivers exceptional handling in a classically-designed package.

  • Triumph Street Tracker
    – The Street Tracker by Triumph and Bonneville Performance takes all
    the speed and aesthetics of a flat-track race bike and brings them to
    the street. Sporting a laundry list of high-end components, a wet weight
    of 341 pounds and 104 horsepower at the rear wheel, the Street Tracker
    is a turnkey street legal custom bike with loads of performance to match
    its incredible looks.


In addition to the Dream Pavilion, this year’s Progressive
International Motorcycle Shows tour will now offer access to more
motorcycle manufactures than ever before with more than 25 brands
joining the 2011-2012 Tour. With a collection of current 2011 and
all-new 2012 models on display, tour wide manufacturers include
Bombardier (BRP), Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, Star,
Suzuki, Triumph and Yamaha.  Other key manufacturers participating in
select markets include: BMW (Long Beach, New York), Indian (Long Beach,
New York, Minneapolis), Victory (Long Beach, New York, Minneapolis) and
Zero Motorcycles (New York, Cleveland, Minneapolis, Chicago, Daytona
Beach). 


With the next show stop this upcoming weekend in Dallas, the 12-city
tour will traverse the country during the five month series. Offering a
variety of ticket options to suit any attendee’s needs, advance purchase
admission is now available at motorcycleshows.com/buytickets.
Cost of admission for most shows is $13 for tickets purchased online
more than 2 weeks in advance of the show - after that, tickets are $15
online or at the door. In New York, cost of admission is $16 for a
2-week advance purchase and $18 online or at the door. Order online now
and receive a one-day pass and the official Progressive International
Motorcycle Shows t-shirt for a discounted rate. Tickets for children
ages six to eleven are available at a discounted rate of $6 for a
one-day pass. Children age five and under will be admitted free with an
adult ticket purchase. All children under age twelve are free on
Sundays. Group tickets, friends and family discounts and other
combination discount packages are also available online. For a $2
discount off a one-day admission price, enter promo code DREAM2 at
checkout.


About Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows®

From New York to California, the 12-city nationwide tour of the Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows®
offers more than 500,000 consumers and 900 exhibitors from all
powersports lifestyle interests an all access pass to the world of
motorcycling. With hundreds of the latest street bikes, dirt bikes,
cruisers, scooters and ATVs for both new and experienced riders, the
world’s largest traveling powersports event gives enthusiasts of all
ages the opportunity to check out the latest gear and aftermarket
accessories. The Show also offers hours of entertainment including a
thrilling trials stunt show from The Smage Bros, made famous by
their top 10 finish in a nationally televised talent competition; a
custom bike competition offering over $90,000 in prize money and
featuring $20 million worth of motorcycle machinery; an all-new
exclusive Kawasaki Design-A-Bike digital light painting experience;
information tailored for women riders, learning experiences and more.
Show attendees are nine times more likely than the average motorcyclist
to purchase a new powersports vehicle and related parts, products, and
accessories, offering exhibitors exclusive access to the largest
audience of potential buyers. For more information, visit: www.motorcycleshows.com.

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