The disappearance of the AMID Motorcycle Expo after so many years was a huge blow to the motorcycle industry in South Africa, even if the reasons for its ceasing to exist were understandable – increasing costs and lacklustre support from the manufacturers, who were finding it hard to justify the costs.
AMID (Association of Motorcycle Importers and Distributors, a representative body for the motorcycle industry) realised that the industry would continue to contract if action wasn’t taken and, at the beginning of 2024, partnered with Red Star Raceway to create a much toned-down motorcycle expo that maintained the function of getting motorcycle, accessory, and apparel brands in front of the motorcycle community en masse.
It was judged to have been a big success, so much so that a second Red Star Raceway Motorcycle Expo has been announced for 2025, taking place over the weekend of January 25th and 26th.
Entry is free, and visitors will be able to look at the latest models from the following confirmed attendees: BMW Motorrad, Can-Am, CF Moto, Ducati, GasGas, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Husqvarna, Kymco, KTM, Kawasaki, MV Agusta, Lifan, Linhai, Polaris, Suzuki, SYM, Triumph and Yamaha.
In addition, there will be many of the premium accessory and apparel brands represented, making the Expo a must-attend event.
Sadly, the track will not be open for demo rides, which was such a strong feature of the Kyalami-hosted shows. While this is disappointing, it should in no way detract from what will prove to be another excellent weekend of motorcycling fun.
On Saturday, Suzuki will be running its bike safety road school. You’ll need to be pre-registered—your local Suzuki dealer will help with that, or you can contact Red Star directly on 076 624 6972.
After the excesses of Christmas and New Year, the Red Star Motorcycle Expo will be the perfect way to start your motorcycling year.
