OK… it’s taken us three weeks to deliver BUT…… you’re getting Three Thousand + photo’s to browse through (3000+) so it might take you more than three weeks to view them 
Many Thanks to the members of Durham Photographic Society (and in particular John Attle) who spent the day at the show taking photo’s, therefore giving us a lasting record of the 2012 event.
The pictures can be viewed at :
http://www.bikewise.org.uk/galleries/
there are eleven categories for you to view through – enjoy….
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PD Dexter all ‘spruced up’ with a new haircut and ready to show you what he can do at Sunday’s BikeWise show…..
Dexter will be pleased to see you and along with his ‘other half’ on two legs will be putting on a show at 1230 & 1430 hrs.
(More of Dexter’s ‘colleagues’ will also be performing at the show)
You can follow the Durham Constabulary dog section on Twitter at https://twitter.com/DurhamPoliceK9
Almost here…..
Sunday 1000hrs – BikeWise 2012…. our 18th consecutive Bike Show at Police HQ, Aykley Heads, Durham
Bring some sunshine with you and have a great day out with us
Lots to do and see, John McGuinness, Dave Coates, Steve Colley and much, much more….
Hipkin & Co Solicitors are offering a prize of a days 1-2-1 training with BikeWise Training if you visit Hipkin & Co’s Legal Advice stand at BikeWise 2012 and take part in their FREE COMPETITION
The prize is free days 1-2-1 training day with either Bob or Mick at BikeWise Training and is suitable for riders who have passed their DSA Test as it is advanced bike training.
To enter the competition simply visit the stand of Hipkin & Co Solicitors at BikeWise 2012 on Sunday 1st July 2012 and enter the free prize draw.
Mark Hipkin has been a Biker Lawyer giving advice to bikers for over 20 years. His contact details are 0191 2533509 or www.hipkin.co.uk or mark@hipkin.co.uk.
Mark rides his motorcycle regularly and has been on a BikeWise Training day and passed his IAM Test with Durham Advanced Motorcyclists
An second Olympic torchbearer is joining forces with bike cops this week to help promote this year's Durham Police ‘BikeWise’ event.
The family fun day is being held at Police HQ, Aykley Heads this Sunday, 1st July. It’s the 18th such event and is again expected to attract a crowd of up to 12,000 visitors from 10am to mid-afternoon.
Entry is just £2 for adults and children under 16 get in for free, with all proceeds going to local good causes once costs have been met.
The show is normally held later in the summer but has been brought forward this year to avoid a clash with other events, including the 2012 Olympics.
But one of the attractions at this year's BikeWise has a close link to the Games, as 17-year-old Holly Barry was one of the torchbearers when the relay passed through Darlington earlier this month.
Holly from Bishop Auckland will join Jordan Parker – another Olympic Torch bearer in bringing their Olympic torches to BikeWise on Sunday afternoon and they are expected to run with the torches down the main drive through the Aykley Heads complex.
They will be flanked by guest riders including TT legend John McGuinness and Steve Brogan from the event and will have a police escort from the motorcycle cops who helped guide the torch across its recent stay in the north east.
Other attractions at this year's 'BikeWise' include stunt riders Dave Coates and Steve Colley, exhibitions and riders allied to major manufacturers such as Triumph, Kawasaki, Honda, and BMW, a visit from the north east police helicopter and a display from the force's dog section.
Also attending will be Tyneside-based HM Plant, supporters of the bike section's 'BikeWise Training' scheme and mini-bike club for young riders.
“Over the years BikeWise has become a popular attraction not just for motorcycle enthusiasts but many others who just enjoy a great day out. We are keeping our fingers crossed for decent weather and hope we get the crowds we have come to expect,” said Sgt Iain Rodgers, head of the force motorcycle team.
M & S Motorcycles in conjunction with Suzuki UK will be bringing their demo fleet to BikeWise 2012 for you to test ride the latest Suzuki models.
Full details of how to book a demo ride will be available on the M & S website or by contacting Barry (Suzuki Sales) on 0191 261 0121
An Olympic torchbearer is joining forces with bike cops this week to help promote this year's Durham Police ‘BikeWise’ event.
The family fun day is being held at police HQ, Aykley Heads next Sunday, 1st July. It’s the 18th such event and is again expected to attract a crowd of up to 12,000 visitors from 10am to mid-afternoon.
Entry is just £2 for adults and children under 16 get in for free, with all proceeds going to local good causes once costs have been met.
The show is normally held later in the summer but has been brought forward this year to avoid a clash with other events, including the 2012 Olympics.
But one of the attractions at this year's BikeWise has a close link to the Games, as 17-year-old Jordan Parker was one of the torchbearers when the relay passed through Langley Park earlier this month.
Jordan, a student at Wolsingham School and Community College will be bringing his Olympic torch to BikeWise on Sunday afternoon and is expected to run with the torch down the main drive through the Aykley Heads complex.
He will be flanked by guest riders including TT legend John McGuinness and Steve Brogan from the event and will have a police escort from the motorcycle cops who helped guide the torch across its recent stay in the north east.
Other attractions at this year's 'BikeWise' include stunt riders Dave Coates and Steve Colley, exhibitions and riders allied to major manufacturers such as Triumph, Kawasaki, Honda, and BMW, a visit from the north east police helicopter and a display from the force's dog section.
Also attending will be Tyneside-based HM Plant, supporters of the bike section's 'BikeWise Training' scheme and mini-bike club for young riders.
“Over the years BikeWise has become a popular attraction not just for motorcycle enthusiasts but many others who just enjoy a great day out. We are keeping our fingers crossed for decent weather and hope we get the crowds we have come to expect,” said Sgt Iain Rodgers, head of the force motorcycle team.
Local Hebburn based firm HM Plant, the UK’s No.1 Excavator supplier are to attend BikeWise 2012 with their supported riders for this year, who include TT Legend : John McGuinness, Metzeler National 1000 Superstock riders : Steve Brogan ( Buildbase BMW) and Leon Hunt (MSS Bathams Kawasaki) and Metzeler 600 Superstock rider : Wesley Pearce (Swan Yamaha).
 John McGuinness |  Steve Brogan |
 Leon Hunt |  Wesley Pearce |
 John McGuinness |  Leon Hunt |  Steve Brogan |  Wesley Pearce |
Leon & Wes will be attending BikeWise for the first time and will be bringing their bikes with them for you to ‘drool’ over….
Brogie has attended BikeWise on a number of occasions and helped the BikeWise Mini Bike Club to purchase a ‘brogie’ bike in 2008
Please CLICK HERE to read more
John McGuinness will be literally ‘flying in’ to BikeWise as he is attending the Goodwood Festival of Speed and then flying to Newcastle on Sunday morning to attend BikeWise by about 1300hrs.
All the riders will be available to talk to and sign autographs/pictures on the HM Plant stand.
HM Plant have supported BikeWise since 2005, bringing with them a host of world famous riders to the show. They have also supported BikeWise as a Road Safety initiative, throughout the region and have put a lot of support into our award winning Mini Bike Club enabling young riders to ride their mini moto’s safely & lawfully.
This year at BikeWise HM Plant will be offering support to a limited number of riders in the form of a discount off a BikeWise Training 1:1 course, so if you are considering further training then make your way to the BikeWise Training stand from 1000hrs to find out more as the offer will be on a first come, first served basis.
Three times British Trials Champion Steve ‘Mr Showtime’ Colley is to perform at this years BikeWise 2012 show.
Steve has performed his motorcycle trials stunt show throughout the world and this is his first time in Durham, so lets make him feel at home and give him a warm BikeWise welcome :
Whether you use your bike for practicality or simply the exhilaration of the open road, plugzz know how much you value the miles you cover. Plugzz also know the attention you will pay to the safety aspects of biking on todays crowded roads. Helmet, gloves, boots. All protect from obvious dangers, but have you thought about how safe your hearing is? It’s a sobering thought that one of your most important senses may be irreversibly damaged by your love of biking.
It’s more than likely that you’ve already experienced some of the symptoms… dulled hearing, buzzing, whistling in the ear, fatigue. All warning signs of hearing damage, caused by wind noise, which accumulates over time.
Over 30mph, wind noise is the biggest damaging factor.
Even with the best helmets on the market, buffeting wind noise levels are known to reach and exceed 97db at 70mph! In industry, hearing protection is recommended at 80dB. It’s compulsory at 85dB! For every 3dB increase, the exposure time must be halved. At 70mph, the safe riding time then is only 30 mins.!! Not long to enjoy your favourite hobby safely.
Plugzz are a local company, so why not pay them a visit at the show and discuss your hearing protection
Leading motorsport merchandisers Clinton Enterprises have brand new ranges available for 2012. In Moto GP they are proud to be the official merchandiser for the Monster Yamaha Tech 3 Team. They are also representing fans favourite Cal Crutchlow.
In the World Superbikes they have the exclusive rights to produce the merchandise for the only Suzuki team running this year. - Fixi Crescent Suzuki and they also hold the licenses' for the road racing and Endurance team Honda TT Legends. As well as supporting the Irish Road Racing Championship and producing a range for the most successful Irish Road racer of recent years Ryan Farquhar and his new team KMR Kawasaki.
Cooper Sunderland Motorrad - The BMW Motorcycle Experts Since 1985, Cooper Sunderland have been serving the BMW Motorbike needs of the North East with expertise and professionalism. Our exciting BMW Motorcycle dealership is situated close to Sunderland, and conveniently only 10 minutes from Newcastle and 30 minutes from Middlesbrough. Sales Manager Paul Gray has lived and breathed BMW Motorcycles for 14 years. Whether it's advice on the range of new BMW Motorcycles or help choosing from our extensive selection of BMW Approved Used Bikes, Paul will be more than happy to help. Assisting Paul are Steve Brown.
Visit the BMW team at BikeWise 2012
Newcastle Harley Davidson have confirmed their attendance at BikeWise 2012. Join the HD revolution. Join the customer base of Newcastle HD!!
Triumph North East: the Triumph Motorcycles Dealer for Newcastle, Northumberland, Teeside, Tyne & Wear and surrounding areas, have confirmed their attendance at BikeWise 2012.
You might have heard of ACF50 anti corrosion fluid, as used in aircraft application All Year Biker use this product in their high pressure spray equipment, which breaks the fluid down into a fine mist to ensure it reaches every area of the bike. Why not visit them on their stand at BikeWise 2012 :
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To download either of the posters, please click on the relevant image
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M & S Motorcycles of Newcastle will return to BikeWise 2012 with their range of Suzuki & Kawasaki motorcycles
To Visit their website please click HERE
Teasdale Motorcycles of Thirsk will return to BikeWise 2012 with their range of Aprilia, Moto Guzzi and Derbi motorcycles
To visit their website please click HERE
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Twister are a young, four piece, energetic pop/rock band based in Durham. Twister have been together for about 6 years, and in November 2009 released their debut album ' Someone's Gotta Lie'. In 2010 Twister entered the Surface Unsigned festival in which they came second out of 12,000 bands at the national final at the IndigO2 in London. At the beginning of 2011 Twister decided to release a brand new track and give all the proceeds to charity. Now 2012 is here!!! and Twister have big plans for this year. a new album is currently in the process of being recorded and a new plan is being formed... keep your eyes and ears peeled because they're going for it...
Twister performed at BikeWise 2011 and we are pleased to welcome them back to rock you at BikeWise 2012
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"Dropping" into BikeWise once again will be the North East Air Support Unit from Newcastle.
Chris Hannam of Cannon Motorsports from Leeds are to bring their
1996cc topfuel blown nitro V-Rod to BikeWise 2012.
This bike is normally run at Santa Pod Raceway where it has achieved best runs of :
best et 1/4 mile et 7.12 @ 200 mph
best 1/8 mile et 4.50 @ 169 mph………
Great opportunity to have a close up look at a Drag Bike and to talk to rider Chris Hannam to find out more about drag racing
Further details of the bike are shown below :
opcon supercharger : can run up to 90 percent nitromethane : 1996cc 45 degree v twin : 4 valve overhead cam : 800 bhp plus : gearbox 2 speed b&j trans : multistage clutch 3 plate clutch : fuel system , 18 gallon waterman pump with bdk valve controlled by ams 1000 (to be updated to the new 2000 over winter) : msd harley ignition : 100″ chassie : pm wheels and brakes : racepak v300 datalogging : bike weight 1000 lbs with rider 1400lbs
To read more about what's happening at BikeWise 2012 which is being held on Sunday 1st July, please CLICK HERE
Once again our local Darlington based world record holder - Dave Coates will be performing at BikeWise 2012 on his Yamaha's.
