Lightweight Racing Theme at the Southeast’s biggest indoor classic motorcycle show on Sunday 26 July.

Elk Promotions’ Ardingly Classic Bike Show & Jumble returns to the South of England Showground on Sunday 26th July 2026, with a lightweight racing theme and a tribute to Dresda cafe racers.

Alongside clubs from the lightweight classic racing scene, including the BSA Bantam and the Classic 50cc Motorcycle Racing Clubs, Guy Fithen will be representing Dresda, famed for their precision engineering and performance-focused custom motorcycles. Dave Degens, founder of Dresda Motorcycles, sadly passed away in January 2026 and this will be an opportunity to see his legacy.

A noted racer, frame builder and tuner, Dave was a familiar face at Ardingly events for many years and his ‘racing bikes for the road’ continue to attract a passionate following.

Covering nearly two acres of indoor space, plus extensive outdoor pitches, Ardingly remains the go-to summer show for classic bike fans across the Southeast. As always, club displays and private entries will pack the Jubilee Hall, while the all-motorcycle autojumble fills the rest of the venue; indoors and out.

There’s no age restriction on machines at the July Ardingly Show, so expect a mix that’s as broad as it is fascinating – past winners have included everything from a 1937 350cc Velocette KSS to a 1995 Honda CBR900RR Urban Tiger. Visitors wishing to enter their bike into this year’s show can do so at: www.elkpromotions.co.uk/enter-your-bike

Trade stands and workshop clear-out stalls add to the rummaging appeal, with outdoor plots from just £20 (pre-booked only). The popular Free BikeMart returns too, providing space to display bikes for sale at no charge.

The South of England Showground is located at Ardingly, near Gatwick RH17 6TL, just eight miles from M23 junction 10. Parking is free and well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Adult admission remains just £7 (from 10am), with accompanied under-16s going free. Earlybird entry (from 8am) is £10.

Tickets and full event info, entry forms and stall bookings, are all available from www.elk-promotions.co.uk.

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Giacomo Agostini, Valentino Rossi, and now Marc Marquez. A tonne of talent. A tonne of Grand Prix victories to his name. Finally, after another lengthy injury comeback, Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team) notched up his 100th win across all classes with a masterclass at Balaton Park. The reigning World Champion completed the weekend triple in style, and while the winning gap over Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) was comfortable, the Spaniards treated us to a spellbinding battle on Sunday afternoon. Third place went to Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) as the Italian collects a third P3 trophy on the bounce, while huge drama unfolds at Turn 1 on the opening lap between championship front-runners.

MARTIN, BEZ, DIGGIA, FERNANDEZ & ALDEGUER DOWN
Into the tight Turn 1, Martin was out of shape as the front end of his Aprilia seemed to lock into the braking zone, and subsequently, five riders were down, including fellow Aprilia Racing star and title leader Bezzecchi. The championship leader was first to be collected, and then began the domino effect as Raul Fernandez (SuperFile Trackhouse MotoGP Team), Fermin Aldeguer (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP), and Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) were left helpless. All five riders on the floor at Turn 1, with only Di Giannantonio able to get back up and continue.

Both Martin and Bezzecchi headed to the medical centre for a check-up, but thankfully, they were reported to have not sustained any visible fractures. In terms of a penalty, Martin was handed a double Long Lap for his next Grand Prix for the crash.

MM93 vs PA37
Having led, Marquez was then attacked at Turn 5 on Lap 2. This is what Acosta needed to do, as the #37 barged his way through on his compatriot to lead in Hungary. And after a few laps, Acosta stretched his lead to over a second.

Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) benefited from the Turn 1 mess; the Italian was a relatively lonely P3, with Jack Miller (Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP) leading a pack 2.6s away from the final podium spot. The Australian had Luca Marini (Honda HRC Castrol), Diogo Moreira (Pro Honda LCR), Enea Bastianini (Red Bull KTM Tech3), Joan Mir (Honda HRC Castrol), Ai Ogura (SuperFile Trackhouse MotoGP Team), and Iker Lecuona (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP) for close company, as we saw Bastianini and Mir come into contact on the exit of Turn 1.

Mir was almost down twice, and the incident saw Bastianini receive a Long Lap penalty. That fed ‘The Beast’ back out in P11, one place behind Toprak Razgatlioglu (Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP).

Up front, Marquez was purring. That Medium rear Michelin had warmed up nicely now, and the margin came down from as high as 1.6s to 0.7s by the start of Lap 10. Fast forward to Lap 13, and the gap was now 0.3s after successive fastest laps of the Grand Prix. Then it was 0.2s on Lap 14.

And on Lap 14, the blue touch paper was lit. Acosta vs Marquez. The battle we’d been waiting for. The #93 attacked at Turn 9, and while it stuck through Turn 10, Acosta cut underneath the reigning World Champion to retake the lead.

Then, Marquez attacked again at Turn 15. Acosta toughed it out around the outside, which became the inside at Turn 16, and the KTM star blocked the attempted overtake from the seven-time MotoGP World Champion.

On the next lap, it was time to launch a bid for the lead at Turn 9 again for Marquez. And this time, despite Acosta’s best efforts, it was a pass that stuck. The lead was Marquez’s on Lap 15 and immediately, the Ducati rider began galloping to a one-second lead.

MM93 PULLS THE PIN
By Lap 20 of 26, the gap crept up to 1.6s and on said lap, Marquez fired home the fastest lap of the race. A 1:38.313, half a second faster than Acosta, and this was a sure sign that Marquez had plenty enough in the tank to earn his 100th Grand Prix victory.

And that’s how it turned out. Thinking of a win pre-weekend? No chance, said Marc Marquez. But Balaton birthed a treble. No win since Misano 2025. A long wait for that 100th Grand Prix triumph. Wait no more. Marquez clinched a first win of the season, Ducati’s 100th, and it’s a win that sends a signal to the rest that the reigning World Champion is back.

Acosta could have done no more. It’s not the win, but the #37 was the only rider to get close to Marquez in Hungary, and it’s a big 20 points in the championship with the top three all either not scoring or picking up little on Sunday, in the case of Di Giannantonio. Bagnaia’s P3 is his third rostrum in a row, another decent Sunday outing for the Italian.

THE BALATON POINT SCORERS
Ogura’s late race pace shone through again, the Japanese rider overtaking Marini in the closing stages to earn P4, with the Italian earning an equal-best HRC result in P5. Moreira’s great run of form continues, P6 is the Brazilian rookie’s best MotoGP result to date, and a shoutout to seventh place Lecuona. Standing in for the injured Alex Marquez, a P7 is a phenomenal effort.

Miller ended the Grand Prix in P8, that’s the Aussie’s first top 10 of the year, as Bastianini – after two Long Laps – and Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) completed the top 10. P11 for Razgatlioglu is the Turk’s best MotoGP result so far, as Di Giannantonio comes back from that Turn 1, Lap 1 incident to collect what could prove to be some very precious points in P12. Alex Rins (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP), Franco Morbidelli (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team), and Maverick Viñales (Red Bull KTM Tech3) were the final point scorers in Hungary.

NEXT UP: BRNO
He’s back. And as we head to Brno for the Czech GP in a couple of weeks, there are plenty of stories to get stuck into. See you there for more relentless MotoGP action.

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For many classic motorcycle owners, finding a replacement control cable can be frustrating, expensive and in some cases, impossible.

Fortunately, British cable specialists Venhill have spent more than 50 years manufacturing high quality motorcycle control cables in the UK and can produce made-to-order replacements for almost any machine; often within just a few days.

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Each model is made unique by a special specification: a livery inspired by an iconic motorcycle from Ducati’s history, Alcantara or leather seats with an embroidered Ducati logo, and premium technical details such as Centenario Bronze brake calipers. This colour is exclusive to this collection and is also used for the fuel cap crown, and for the plate bearing the model number riveted onto the steering head or the billeted triple clamps. Various mechanical components on each bike feature an exclusive colour scheme that complements the historic livery. The dry clutch, a first for V2 models*, completes the authenticity of this historic collection.

Each bike comes with a dedicated rear stand, finished in the same colours as the livery, a bike cover and a certificate of authenticity. And of course, as with all Ducati collector’s bikes, the experience of getting on the bike is made even more special by the dashboard featuring a dedicated ignition ceremony. Each owner of the Collezione 100 Collection can complete their look with a helmet and a technical jacket in a limited edition, characterized by a colour scheme that reflects that of the motorbike.**

The Collezione 100 represents yet another link between Ducati and the art world. Ugo Nespolo, a leading figure in Italian art of the late 20th century and a passionate Ducati enthusiast, has enthusiastically joined this project. Each model in the 100 Collection will be accompanied by a pair of numbered art prints bearing the same serial number as the motorcycle and signed by Nespolo himself, who has interpreted every model in the 100 Collection and the historic motorcycle that inspired its livery in his own unmistakable, colourful and dynamic style.

The result is a collection of true gems: unique, unmistakable and full of character.

The presentation took place on the legendary straight of the Tuscan circuit where, for the first time in MotoGP history, Ducati staged a vernissage. A veritable art gallery trail, where Nespolo’s works welcomed guests, accompanying them on a journey culminating in the unveiling of the ten motorcycles of the 100 Collection.

During the event, Marc Marquez and Pecco Bagnaia unveiled the Lenovo team’s bikes, featuring a special livery for the Mugello race. The design combines historic Ducati logos with dynamic geometric patterns, bringing together the ten graphics from the 100 Collection bikes on the fairing. The details celebrating the centenary and the dates 1926–2026 feature glitter, evoking the historic 750 Imola Desmo, whilst on the front fairing the modern graphics contrast with an oval number plate and vintage-style font.

Several Ducati partners have drawn inspiration to create products dedicated to the Borgo Panigale manufacturer’s centenary. The Collezione 100 has in fact inspired a series of four rucksacks created by Piquadro, unveiled during the event. Carrera, the official sponsor of the Ducati Lenovo team, has instead presented the Anniversary Edition sunglasses, produced in a numbered series limited to 500 pieces.

The next opportunity for the public to see the Collezione 100 in person will be at World Ducati Week, where they can be admired in a space reserved for all Ducatisti on 3, 4 and 5 July.

Subsequently, the ten motorcycles will embark on a journey that will take them to the Goodwood Festival of Speed, a world-class event and a must-attend for car and motorbike enthusiasts. Finally, the 100 Collection will return to Bologna, where it will be proudly displayed in various museums across the region.

Panigale V4 S 100 (750 Imola Desmo – 1972)

The livery of the Panigale V4 S 100 is inspired by the graphics of the bike that won the first edition of the Imola 200 Miles race in 1972 with riders Paul Smart and Bruno Spaggiari.

The 750 Imola Desmo was developed based on the 750 GT, Ducati’s first twin-cylinder road bike. The bike conceptually took the mechanical basis of the 750 GT, but used the desmodromic distribution system, not featured on the GT, and had the bodywork of the 500 GP, which was instead created for racing in the premier class. The characteristic “glittery” silver colour, which harked back to the science fiction aesthetic so popular at the time, had already been used in production by Ducati for the 250 and 350 Desmo single-cylinder bikes, later applied to the 500 GP and then to the 750 Imola Desmo.

The victory at Imola represented an unexpected and triumphant moment for the Borgo Panigale manufacturer, which defeated Giacomo Agostini and his MV Agusta. The echo of the Imola triumph by riders Paul Smart and Bruno Spaggiari brought Ducati enormous popularity, so much so that, by popular demand, the following year, in 1973, the 750 Supersport Desmo was built, the first twin-cylinder desmodromic road bike built by the Borgo Panigale manufacturer.

The Panigale V4 S 100 is enhanced by an Alcantara seat with an embroidered Ducati 100 logo, wings, mudguards and engine and exhaust covers in premium carbon fibre, and features the name and serial number on a Centenary Bronze plate riveted to the billet aluminium triple clamp. The dry clutch and titanium and carbon fibre Akrapovič exhaust also make the Panigale V4 S 100’s sound unique. The standard equipment includes mirror and license plate removal kits, an open clutch cover and a Centenary Bronze billet aluminium fuel tank cap, all designed for track use.

Panigale V2 S 100 (750 Super Sport Desmo – 1975)

The livery of the Panigale V2 S 100 is inspired by the graphics of the 750 Super Sport Desmo ridden by Franco Uncini in the 1975 Italian ​​Championship, which he won. The bike was managed by the team founded by Bruno Spaggiari.

At the end of 1973, Ducati decided to entrust the team management to Bruno Spaggiari, a former racer and founder of his own team. Spaggiari was supported by the Bologna-based manufacturer to compete in the Italian Championship for production-based motorcycles with the powerful 750 Super Sport Desmo, a bike highly appreciated by the discerning public.

The yellow livery recalled the road-going 750 Sport models and was combined with details in a distinctive brown/burgundy colour that was used at the time on inboard marine engines assembled in the Borgo Panigale factory.

The Panigale V2 S 100 is enhanced by an Alcantara seat with an embroidered Ducati 100 logo, billet sports handlebars, a steering damper and the name and serial number on a Centenary Bronze plate riveted to the billet triple clamp. Furthermore, this Panigale V2 is the first model in the new Ducati V2 family to feature a dry clutch, developed specifically for this model, making the engine particularly compact. The standard equipment also includes mirror and license plate removal kits, an open clutch cover and a Centenary Bronze-coloured billet aluminium fuel cap crown, all designed for track use.

Streetfighter V4 S 100 (Ducati 900 Sport Desmo Darmah – 1979)

The livery of the Streetfighter V4 S 100 is inspired by the graphics of the 1979 900 Sport Desmo Darmah.

In the 1970s and 1980s, black and gold graphics were extremely fashionable in the world of motorsports, and Ducati was no exception. Specifically, it applied this colour scheme to the 900 Sport Desmo Darmah, essentially a Streetfighter before its time.

In Italy, there was also a strong fascination with exotic countries, a fascination that translated, in Borgo Panigale, into purely fictional names like Darmah, or details such as the distinctive tiger head depicted on the side panels of the 900 Sport Desmo Darmah. The head is a highly distinctive graphic element, also echoed in the undertail of the Streetfighter V4 Collezione 100 and in the matching helmet and jacket.

The Streetfighter V4 S 100 is enhanced by an Alcantara seat with embroidered Ducati 100 logo, a rear mudguard, engine cover, and exhaust in premium carbon fibre, a dry clutch and the name and serial number on a distinctive Centenary Bronze plate on the billet aluminium triple clamp. The standard equipment includes mirror and license plate removal kits, an open clutch cover and a Centenary Bronze billet aluminium fuel cap crown, all designed for track use.

Monster 100 (Monster S4Rs Tricolore – 2008)

The tricolour livery of the Monster 100 is inspired by the graphics of the 2008 Monster S4Rs Tricolore.

The Monster S4Rs Tricolore effectively represented a sort of final edition for the first generation Monster, the one Ducati produced from 5 March 1993 until 2008, becoming one of the most recognizable and iconic models not only for the Borgo Panigale manufacturer but for the motorcycle world in general.

The Monster 100 is made unique by its dry clutch, complete with a carbon fibre cover supplied with the package, and by the Alcantara seat with embroidered Ducati 100 logo, the windshield and the seat cover kit that give it a single-seater look. The Centenary Bronze plate with the name and serial number of the model is riveted to the billet steering clamps. The colour is also used on the fuel tank cap ring and brake calipers, as is the case with all the bikes in the 100 collection.

XDiavel V4 100 (750 Super Sport “California Hot Rod” – 1977)

The livery of the XDiavel V4 100 is inspired by the graphics of the special 750 Super Sport called the “California Hot Rod,” the bike on which Cook Neilson made Ducati history by winning at Daytona in 1977. The event was of great significance as it was the first time an Italian motorcycle had won a production-derived race in the United States, an event that significantly increased Ducati’s popularity and sales overseas.

In the mid-1970s, Ducati’s visibility in the United States was essentially limited to just one model, the Scrambler, a quasi-off-roader imported by the Berliner brothers, but things changed in 1977 thanks to Cook Neilson’s memorable triumph on the Daytona oval track.

The XDiavel V4 100 is made unique, even in the 100 collection, by the leather seat with embroidered Ducati 100 logo and the central section of the handlebar machined from solid with the name and serial number on a riveted plate in Centenary Bronze finish—high-quality mechanical details. The dry clutch makes the riding experience even more personal. Standard equipment includes a leather passenger seat, Centenary Bronze fuel cap ring and open clutch cover, the latter not approved for road use.

Diavel V4 RS 100 (900 Replica – 1979)

The livery of the Diavel V4 RS 100 is inspired by the graphics of the 1979 road-going 900 Replica, one of the most iconic motorcycles in Ducati’s history.

Following Ducati’s incredible victory at the 1978 Tourist Trophy, the Borgo Panigale  manufacturer began the production of a series of motorcycles evoking the livery of the 900 that won on the Isle of Man. Thus was born the 900 Replica, the first road-going replica of a Ducati racing bike, which immediately became one of the most highly coveted items among Ducati enthusiasts.

The distinctive green and red livery with white stripes, which mirrored the colour scheme of the victorious bike at the Tourist Trophy, also represents the very first example of an “almost” Italian-style livery, a colour scheme that Ducati would later apply to some of its sportiest and most exclusive models in the years to come.

The 900 Replica was one of Ducati’s most successful models, produced for five years until its discontinuation at the end of 1984.

The Diavel V4 RS 100 is based on the Diavel V4 RS, equipped with a Desmosedici Stradale engine. This model is enhanced by an Alcantara seat with an embroidered Ducati 100 logo, a machined-from-solid handlebar centre with the name and serial number on a Centenary Bronze riveted plate, and a fuel cap rim in the same high-quality finish. Standard equipment includes an Alcantara passenger seat, a machined-from-solid fuel cap and an open clutch cover, the latter of which are not approved for road use.

Multistrada V4 RS 100 (500 SL Pantah – 1979)

The livery of the Multistrada V4 RS 100 is inspired by the graphics of the 500 SL Pantah from 1979, a year that saw major technical innovations at Ducati aimed at modernizing and updating the motorcycles produced in Borgo Panigale.

One new model to arrive that year was the 500 SL Pantah, the first Ducati equipped with a trellis frame—albeit very different to the trellis that has distinguished the brand for almost fifty years—and the Pantah engine, which did away with the bevel gears used since the Gran Sport Marianna (1955).

The bike, which boasts the typical boxy design of early 1980s motorcycles and a livery featuring the logo designed for Ducati by car designer Giorgetto Giugiaro, was appreciated for its ease of riding and light weight. Since the Multistrada V4 RS 100 was developed on the technical base of the top-of-the-range Multistrada V4 RS, featuring the Desmosedici Stradale engine, the livery also features the Desmo logo on the tail fairing.

The Multistrada V4 RS 100 features an Alcantara seat with an embroidered Ducati 100 logo, and the name and serial number on a Centenary Bronze plate attached to the handlebar clamps and the billet aluminium triple clamp. The standard equipment includes a Centenary Bronze fuel cap ring and a carbon fibre open clutch cover, both of which are not approved for road use.

Scrambler 100 (250 Scrambler – 1962)

The livery of the Scrambler 100 is inspired by the graphics of the 1962 250 Scrambler, the first version of the Ducati Scrambler, produced exclusively for the US market.

The origins of the Scrambler are closely linked to the figure of its first American importer, Joe Berliner, the man who strongly desired a new model to sell stateside. Ducati was enjoying the media success of Monetti and Tartarini’s 1957 round-the-world tour, and the hype surrounding that venture also reached America, raising the profile of the Bologna-based brand, which until then had been virtually unknown.

Berliner requested an off-road dirt track bike from Ducati, a concept that hadn’t previously been envisaged in Borgo Panigale, but which actually came into being with the 250 Scrambler in 1962.

The technical base of the Scrambler 100 is the Scrambler Nightshift, enhanced by an Alcantara seat with an embroidered Ducati 100 logo and a Centenary Bronze finish plate with the model’s name and serial number, riveted to the billet steering clamps. The billet fuel cap, with a Centenary Bronze ring, is also included.

Hypermotard V2 SP 100 (Ducati 860 “24 Horas de Montjuïc” – 1975)

The livery of the Hypermotard V2 SP 100 is inspired by the 860 “24 Horas de Montjuïc”.

After winning the 1972 Imola 200, Ducati management believed that the right path to restoring the brand’s popularity was through production-derived racing bikes, competing particularly in endurance races.

To this end, Ducati needed to expand its twin-cylinder range with a larger displacement engine than the classic 750, capable of withstanding the stress of long endurance races such as the Bol D’Or and the 24 Horas de Montjuïc, a race which the Borgo Panigale manufacturer won on several occasions.

The Ducati 860 made its winning debut in 1973 with the prototype of the Ducati 860 Desmo, which would later become the road-going Ducati 900 Super Sport. In 1975, riders Salvador Canellas and Benjamin “Min” Grau, who had already won in 1973 with the Bologna-built twin-cylinder, repeated their success in the Catalan race, but with the bright colours of Nepoti and Caracchi’s NCR team.

The Hypermotard V2 SP 100 is based on the SP version, characterized by Öhlins suspension and forged wheels. It features an Alcantara seat with an embroidered Ducati 100 logo, and the name and serial number on a plaque in high-quality Centenary Bronze riveted to the handlebar clamps and the machined-from-solid aluminium triple clamp. The Hypermotard V2 from the 100 collection also features a dry clutch. Standard equipment includes a Centenary Bronze fuel tank cap and a carbon fibre open clutch cover, both of which are not approved for road use.

DesertX 100 (Pantah “Ice” – 1981)

The livery of the DesertX 100 is inspired by the graphics of the 1981 Pantah “Ice,” one of the most curious examples of product placement in Ducati’s history.

The Pantah “Ice” was nothing more than a modified Pantah 500, characterized by the addition of unusual, studded tyres and the removal of the braking system, so that it could be used on ice tracks.

At the time, Ducati was managed by state-owned holdings, which also controlled car manufacturers like Alfa Romeo. In the early 1980s EFIM, the body that controlled both Ducati and Alfa Romeo, organized a championship for Alfasud cars on the ice tracks of the Alps. The races were held in two heats; during the break between the first and second races, the brightly coloured Pantah “Ice” bikes put on a spectacular show for the crowd. The “Ice” bikes were produced in various liveries; the one chosen for the DesertX 100, yellow with blue stripes, belongs to a model that until a few years ago was part of the Ducati Museum collection.

The DesertX 100 features an Alcantara seat with an embroidered Ducati 100 logo, and the name and serial number on a Centenary Bronze plate attached to the handlebar risers of the billet triple clamp. The high front mudguard and aluminium radiator grille enhance the model’s off-road credentials. Standard equipment includes a Centenary Bronze fuel cap and a headlight grille, which are not approved for road use.

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The partnership connects the brand with one of the most iconic events in world motorcycling: the Tourist Trophy. Above all, it connects SENA with what the TT means to thousands of riders: the road, the ferry crossing, the group and the feeling of being part of something bigger.

The Tourist Trophy does not only begin on the start line. It starts long before arriving on the Isle of Man, on the roads to the ferries at Liverpool or Heysham, among loaded bikes, early starts, number plates from across Europe, regulars and riders making their first big trip to the TT.

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Founded in 1998, SENA is a global leader in innovative communication systems, delivering advanced connectivity solutions for adventure enthusiasts and professionals alike. SENA continues to push technological boundaries with a product range spanning motorcycle helmets, outdoor sports communication systems and industrial applications. SENA products integrate cutting-edge technologies such as Bluetooth®, Mesh Intercom and Wave Intercom, ensuring an optimal user experience in terms of safety and performance. On the road, in the mountains or at sea, SENA supports its users wherever adventure takes them.

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Rome, which embodies Vespa’s elegant and cosmopolitan soul like no other place, is ready to welcome enthusiasts from all over the world, with thousands of Vespisti arriving from every continent.

Davide Zanolini – EVP Global Marketing & Communication, Piaggio Group
“In Rome, we are celebrating 80 years not just of a brand, but of a lifestyle that has uniquely inspired generations worldwide.
It will be a massive celebration, bringing together passionate fans from every continent to share their love for Vespa and the innate sense of freedom that only she can create. All of this will unfold with the unmistakable style and elegance that Vespa has always carried along the streets of the world”.

The heart of VESPA ROMA 2026 – 80 YEARS OF AN ICON will be the Foro Italico, specifically the Stadio dei Marmi, which will be transformed into the Vespa Village for the occasion. Here, Vespa will welcome its guests to tell its story and showcase its future, featuring a parade of the rarest and most precious historical models alongside the current range, lifestyle and fashion collections, and endless merchandising opportunities in a dedicated store area.
Sponsored by the Municipality of Rome, the four-day event is completely open to the public—because Vespa belongs to everyone—and boasts an incredibly rich lineup.

The Village’s Main Stage will host continuous entertainment and special guests, with music and energy guaranteed by Radio Deejay and its talents.
Naturally, the Vespisti will take center stage with their models from every era, alongside Vespa Clubs expected from 48 nations. However, all Vespa lovers are invited to join the celebration and share their passion.

A CURATED PROGRAM

·         Thursday, June 25: The ribbon-cutting ceremony and the opening of the Vespa Village at 1:00 PM will mark the official start of the event. This will be followed by the presentation of the Celebratory Coin — issued by the Ministry of Economy and Finance and minted by the Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato — and the official philatelic postmark ceremony by Poste Italiane. The photographic exhibition “80 Years of Vespa,” curated by Giacomo Bretzel, will open to celebrate the brand’s stylistic evolution and its cultural and social impact.
The evening will feature music and live entertainment by Radio Deejay and DJ Molella.

·         Friday, June 26: The Vespa Village will be in full swing with initiatives from Vespa and its partners. Vespa Clubs will take the spotlight with the European Vespa Rally Championship and the Gimkana World Championship. Live performances and a DJ set by Wad will take over the Radio Deejay stage.

·         Saturday, June 27: The highly anticipated Grand Parade will take place in the morning: thousands of Vespas from every era will ride through the streets of Rome, hitting the city’s most iconic spots. It promises to be a spectacular explosion of color traversing Rome like never before in Vespa’s history. The afternoon and evening will feature a Treasure Hunt at the Village and the Vespa World Club awards ceremony for the Sport and Tourism championships.

·         Sunday, June 28: The Concorso di Eleganza (Elegance Contest) will traditionally be one of the most spectacular moments of the program, showcasing a parade of the rarest and most precious Vespa models. The official closing of the Village at 3:00 PM will mark the end of the celebrations , with Radio Deejay’s entertainment covering the entire day up until the final awards and the departure of thousands of Vespisti heading home.

VESPA ROMA 2026 – 80 YEARS OF AN ICON has brought together several partners who share Vespa’s core values.

Main Partners: ENI, the global tech-driven energy company committed to a socially fair energy transition, alongside isybank, the digital bank of Intesa Sanpaolo, a project born within the Banca dei Territori Division led by Stefano Barrese.

Antonio Valitutti, CEO of isybank, noted: “Just as Vespa has made mobility innovation accessible to millions over the years, isybank brings technology within everyone’s reach. This is why we stand alongside Vespa to celebrate an iconic history whose values we share”.

Premium Logistic Partner: DSV, offering global logistics services.

Media Partner: Radio Deejay

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MOAK, a global brand in coffee roasting and distribution;
Molteni&C, a leader in high-end indoor, outdoor, kitchen, and bespoke furniture, and the first independent industrial group in the luxury furniture sector with 100% Made in Italy production;
Nestlé, representing premium quality and Italian style worldwide with its brands San Pellegrino and Panna;
TIM, the tech player driving Italy’s digital transition;

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Dell’Orto, a leading company in the development and production of fuel and engine control systems;
Dreamride, a financial services line created through the partnership between Santander and the Piaggio Group;
Is Molas, a 4-Star Superior Hotel, Resort, and Villas featuring an 18-hole golf course in Southern Sardinia;
New Era, the world-leading baseball cap company.
Playmobil, one of the world’s most recognisable toy brands;
Rinascente, a prestigious collection of department stores featuring over 3,600 top Italian and international brands;

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The historical compromise between urban daily agility and long-distance luggage capacity is officially a thing of the past for motorcycle enthusiasts across the UK. GIVI, the global benchmark in the design and manufacture of premium motorcycle accessories, has officially pulled the wraps off the all-new XSpace. This revolutionary expandable hard case, utilising the brand’s iconic Monokey® mounting system, functions interchangeably as either a rear top box or a side pannier by incorporating a sophisticated, patented telescopic mechanism operated entirely from the exterior. It seamlessly morphs its inner volume from 27 to 36 litres in an instant, safe, and fluid operation. It is an Italian engineering and design revolution explicitly conceived to push the physical limits of motorcycle luggage, whether slicing through dense city traffic or exploring endless tarmac, ensuring your gear remains bone-dry under the most severe downpours thanks to its absolute watertight integrity.

Since 1978, GIVI has spent nearly five decades expanding not only the carrying capacity of motorcycles, but the very dreams and horizons of riders worldwide. Founded with the strict mission of transforming real-world rider feedback into highly functional solutions, the transalpine firm has constantly defined itself through non-stop innovation and rigorous research, combining premium materials with the unmistakable flair of Italian design. Once again, the Brescia-based brand has read the shifting habits of modern motorcyclists perfectly, presenting its vision of a completely new dimension of travel. With almost half a century of experience backing its engineering, GIVI continues to prove that, when it comes to moving on two wheels, space constraints are merely a physical concept that passion and innovation can always override.

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• Expanded Mode (36 Litres): Engaging the external telescopic mechanism extends the body outwards to reach a full 320mm height, unlocking a massive 33% increase in total cargo capacity. This is pure adventure touring freedom; the internal architecture is so precisely maximized that it can securely swallow a full-sized GIVI modular adventure helmet in size XXL with its peak and visor still fully assembled, solving the age-old dilemma of where to secure your premium riding gear upon arrival at your destination.

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Designed as a free, open-to-all celebration, the new European Spring Rally builds on the momentum of the 2024 European H.O.G.® Rally and delivered a vibrant season opener attended by visitors from across Europe and beyond. Held in partnership with the Comune di Senigallia (Senigallia Municipality), the rally was embraced by the town, with Senigallia’s historic riverside centre, lively piazzas and renowned hospitality creating a striking backdrop throughout the weekend.

“This rally was about bringing the Harley Davidson community together to kick off the riding season with energy, emotion and shared passion,” said Francesco Vanni, Head of Sales and Managing Director, EMEA, Harley Davidson Motor Company. “From the motorcycles and the music to the parade through the heart of Senigallia, the European Spring Rally captured everything our brand stands for, freedom, connection and unforgettable experiences.”

Motorcycles took centre stage with the Harley-Davidson Expo, showcasing highlights from the 2026 motorcycle lineup. Headlining the display were the Street Glide® Limited and Road Glide® Limited, marking a significant evolution of the Grand American Touring platform, alongside the Pan America® 1250 Limited, equipped with factory-installed accessories and engineered for riders seeking adventure on and off the road.

The European Spring Rally also marked the launch of a new Harley-Davidson® and Jeep® European partnership for 2026, uniting two iconic brands driven by a shared passion for freedom, adventure and exploration. Building on a collaboration that began in 2014, the partnership will continue across major Harley-Davidson events throughout the 2026 riding season.

Live music was a defining element of the weekend, with a free, multi night programme spanning rock, punk and blues. Performances included London based trio The Molotovs, Italian guitar virtuoso Giuseppe Scarpato and his Hillside Power Trio, Sweden’s Black River Delta, Italian artist Fede Marka, Mike Terrana & The Ympossible, Angelica Bove, The Peawees, and a headline set from iconic Italian rocker Alteria. Rally goers were also surprised by an impromptu performance from Italian music star Sal Da Vinci, delivering one of the weekend’s most memorable moments.

Winners of the Harley Davidson® Music Contest added further energy to the programme, with Mad Guz and the Mojos (Germany), The Surroyal (Spain) and Known Physics (Italy) taking to the stage, while DJ Ringo and Toky from Virgin Radio provided a festival-wide soundtrack throughout the weekend.

One of the standout highlights was the Custom Motorcycle Show, held on Friday in Piazza Garibaldi, where the awards were presented by Karen Davidson, Harley-Davidson global brand ambassador. The show saw an almost clean sweep by Italian entrants, reflecting both the host location and the strength of Italy’s custom motorcycle culture.

The overall standout was Damiano Roncaglioni, who secured an exceptional triple victory, winning Best in Show, Metzeler People’s Choice, and the Radical Custom category with an innovative motorcycle built around a 1920s Model B engine, blending century old engineering with modern craftsmanship.

On the Saturday, around 3,000 motorcycles took to the streets for the Harley-Davidson Parade, creating one of the event’s most powerful and visually striking moments as riders rolled through the heart of Senigallia.

With free entry for riders and visitors alike, the first European Spring Rally opened a new chapter in Harley-Davidson’s European events calendar and set the tone for an energised 2026 riding season, continuing next with the European H.O.G.® Rally in Cascais, Portugal, in June 2026. Accommodation is available at https://32europeanhogrally2026.widetravel.pt/home/wide.php

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