Any Denver Bike Shows?

[retro]

Does Denver ever have the motorcycle equivalent of the auto show at the convention center? I'm heading to the Stockman's show and the Outdoor Expo and got to thinking maybe there's a motorcycle show downtown as well. I'd love to see all the new models live and in person. Thanks!

[Justin]

Mike, the IMS came to Denver like back in 2005 or 2006, since then I don't think it's returned here. There is another show yearly at the NAtional Stock Complex - but it's mostly Harley/cruiser/poser/tattoos/wet t-shirt contests/etc type of stuff.

http://www.comotorcycleshowandswap.com/

[blakebird]

Like Justin said, the Cycle World IMS was here for three years I think, then they pulled the plug. We got December dates and that wasn't conducive to riding downtown usually.

I used to go to the Anaheim, then Long Beach shows every year - I was disappointed that the Denver show lasted such a short time.

[shawn and gwyn]

ya it realy sucks.  we went to it when it was here.  have been to the swap meet justin was talking about a couple times.
but its also like he said. mostly harley stuff.  fun people watching though.

shawn

[retro]

Thank you all for the replies. It was the IMA I was thinking of. Too bad it got pulled. The idea of people watching at a HD swap meet is intriguing but not enough to get me downtown...   But thanks for the suggestion.

A road trip to California to check out the show would be fun though... Stay safe and watch for the ice in the corners. 60s today and I'm working late...

Mike

[JimWilliamson]

60s today and I'm working late...

Yea, someone kicked the ON button for bikes today.`counted at least five in the couple trips about FC & Loveland. 1 dual-sport, 1 HD, several cruisers

[retro]

I got out for a short ride Monday. REAL short. Got in a shady corner and hit some ice. It was exciting. Decided my skill level is more suited to dry pavement and very gingerly cruised back to the garage.

The reason I was wondering about the IMS was that I heard it was possible to get really amazing deals on the new model bikes. I don't remember where I heard this and it could be wishful thinking but I thought it had something to do with the manufacturer reps being able to cut prices a dealer couldn't.IF it was big enough I'd be willing to make the flight down to FL in March. Can anyone confirm or deny this possibilty?

Thanks,
Mike

[blakebird]

I saw a handful of killer deals at a couple of the IMS shows in Denver.

Sun Honda had some blowout prices on current CBR1000RR and such, but that was on one bike sitting at the show. I don't think 20 people could line up and get a bike for that price (and it was low)

I've done ok buying gear at the shows, but bike bargains not so much.