And popular British manufacturers Triumph launched the eagerly awaited Daytona 675 Triple, the Rocket III Classic and the new Scrambler, a modern take on a classic bike.

Several big names in the world of biking have visited the show so far including current World Superbike champion Troy Corser and former champion James Toseland.

Visitors to the show, which is held in association with the Sun newspaper, can also enjoy a selection of new interactive features including the opportunity to test out a host of new bikes for free.

And this weekend, the MCN Race Paddock will host the Eurosport Moto GP weekend live from Valencia.

The International Motorcycle and Scooter Show is on at Birmingham's NEC until Sunday, November 6. For more information on the show visit www.motorcycleshow.co.uk. Tickets are available on the door priced at £15 for adults, £5 for children and OAPs and £35 for a family ticket.

The A5012 Via Gellia road also had a starring role at the show as part of a stand highlighting the dangers of speeding.

A giant poster of the road, which runs from Newhaven to Cromford, was used by the Midlands Safety Camera Partnership's stand as part of a reconstruction of a crash scene. The stand also featured a crashed bike and torn leathers.

The road was chosen because of the number of accidents that have happened there involving motorcycles.

Rebecca Hampson, of Derbyshire Safety Camera Partnership, part of the Midlands Safety Camera Partnership, said: "We're pleased to be able to use a Derbyshire road to highlight the dangers of speeding at such a well-known international event.

"Many bikers who visit the show will recognise the Via Gellia and we hope that our stand will make them think about their speed the next time they use the road, and other roads across the country."

By Louise Bellicoso
louise.bellicoso@buxtonadvertiser.co.uk