UAE’s biggest bike festival set to attract large crowd in Dubai

Jay Asser 14:04 30/10/2014
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  • Bike bonanza: The Harley Davidson motorcycle is just one of the many bikes that will be on view this weekend.

    Bike lovers can rejoice together this weekend at the UAE’s biggest bike festival, Gulf Bike Week, and take in exciting attractions sure to get hearts revving.

    The event will take place at the Dubai Media City Ampitheatre and run from today to Saturday. Visitors will have a hard time running out of things to see with plenty of shows and exhibitions on the schedule.

    It wouldn’t be a bike festival without all the top manufacturers present, such as Harley-Davidson, Yamaha, Victory, Honda, BMW, KTM and many more. Thrills are also on tap in the new Maxxis Live Action Arena, which will host breathtaking bike stunts and battles.

    Don’t miss the world-renowned Infernal Varanne’s Globe of Death in which daring stunt riders will perform vertical and horizontal loops by risking life and limb. Stunt rider Julien Welsch will also bring his bag of tricks and dazzle guests with daredevil moves.

    The Bike Week Thunder Parade will open Friday’s festivities, lighting up Dubai Media City. Regional bike clubs will form the majority of the pack but all individual riders are welcome. Last year’s event saw over 1,000 bikes from across the UAE on the streets of Dubai.

    On Saturday, the Custom Bike Competition will allow passionate bikers to enter their bikes for the chance to win prizes. Judges will determine Best Paint and Best of Show, based on their detailed criteria.

    Guests will also have the chance to walk away with a Polaris Sportsman Touring 570 EFI Quad Bike by simply filling out a competition form at the entrance of the show and handing it in at the Victory and Indian Motorcycles/Polaris tent.

    Music lovers will be able to enjoy The Rock Stage, which will showcase the best of UAE’s rock and metal music, as well as a line-up of radio-friendly rock and acoustic performances at the Time Out Dubai Festival Stage.

    General day passes are Dh65 when booked in advance online at www.platinumlist.net/gulfbikeweek, but will be available the day of at the door for Dh90. Kids under the age of 12 receive free entry when accompanied by an adult ticket-holder.

    New to this year is the Discovery VIP Lounge, where guests can mingle with the bands and and celebrities while enjoying food and drinks. Cost for VIP is Dh200 and provides all-day access to the lounge and its private bar.

    The festival’s timings are from 16:00 to 23:00 today, 13:30 to 23:00 on Friday and 13:30 to 21:30 on Saturday.

    Bike lover or not, Gulf Bike Week will keep you entertained with its wide variety of cool attractions.

    What: Gulf Bike Week
    Where: Dubai Media City Amphitheatre
    When: Starts today from 16:00 to 23:00 and runs through Friday from 13:30 to 23:00 and Saturday from 13:30 to 21:30
    Sport360° Verdict: A festival not to be missed by bike enthusiasts and perfect for taking in a new culture for all.
    Contact: Visit www.gulfbikeweek.com for tickets and more information

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