Honda’s new V5 among the attractions at Ally Pally

Get close up and personal with Honda’s new V5 four-stroke GP bike at the Ally Pally show starting in London this weekend, on January 26 and running until February 3.

The bike Rossi will be riding in 2002… if he sorts his contract with Honda, is just one of the big reasons you should make the effort to attend.

You’ll also see the world launch of the Triumph Speed Four, the first ever UK sighting of Suzuki’s stunning 250bhp B-king prototype, almost all the new road bikes for 2002 plus a display of race bikes.

There will also be racing celebrities including Jeremy McWilliams, Marco Melandri and a host of British superbike stars. And if you’re looking for a great deal on a bike, head for the MCN paddock bargains.

There is also a Bridgestone Action Zone complete with freestyle jumping, stunts and supermoto racing, and the chance to buy heaps of bargain kit.

If you need more details, there’s a free 8-page show guide and floor plan in MCN, out on Wednesday 23 January.

If you are planning to ride to the show you can park for free at the Carole Nash Secure bike park. Everyone who uses it can claim £20 off an alarm system fitted by Carole Nash during 2002.

Advance ticket hotline: 01440 704774 (Please quote 000EML). Advance tickets: Adults £9, child/OAP just £4. Gate prices: Adult weekend £12, adult weekday £10, child/OAP £5.