EICMA 2018 Anyone visited before?

[knitware]

Hello. Just wondering if anyone has visited the Milan Motorcycle show and if so how does it differ from the NEC show later in the month? Is it a good venue?

I was thinking of going to see the new BMW S1000RR (which may or not be launched ...) and other lovely bikes and 'models'.

[G Man]

I have been x2 its a much bigger show than the UK, flew out on the early morning flight by easyjet from gatwich

[spareparts]

Go most years. Here are a couple threads with pics from past years. Best motorbiking static event there is.

https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=15...

https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=14...

https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=12...

[NAS]

Have been a few times. Agree with the previous poster. Best static show there is.

[Andy XRV]

fleegle in 2015 said:

CQ8 said:

spareparts said:

A couple pics snapped from Milan of some mainstream highlights.

I'm not sure what market KTM are targeting with that bike but I don't think much of their model!

It's good that they removed the steps before the photo was taken

I'd agree, it's not my best side but what a great bike the SDGT has turned out to be. Best colours too :-)

Back on topic, I can only echo what others have said, it's a great show but it's HUGE! Millan is a great city so we stayed for a few days to sample the local food & wine.

Good memories Ade!

[knitware]

Thanks chaps! All booked and looking forward to visiting!

[gareth h]

knitware said:

Thanks chaps! All booked and looking forward to visiting!

If you've got time book a tour at the ducati factory / museum in bologna as well, only a short train ride away.

[G Man]

Bus from the airport to show ! Saves a fortune http://www.malpensashuttle.it/en/malpensa-eicma.ht...

[knitware]

G Man said:

Bus from the airport to show ! Saves a fortune http://www.malpensashuttle.it/en/malpensa-eicma.ht...

I'm flying into the other airport, Linate, however any tips to get from town to Rho Fair?

Edited by knitware on Thursday 4th October 22:26

[Turn7]

Milans a great show, plus you get to enjoy a great city....

I think Intermot @ Munich is actually a better show, but its in Germany......

[knitware]

Turn7 said:

Milans a great show, plus you get to enjoy a great city....

I think Intermot @ Munich is actually a better show, but its in Germany......

How do the models compare, shallow I know : )

[Turn7]

knitware said:

Turn7 said:

Milans a great show, plus you get to enjoy a great city....

I think Intermot @ Munich is actually a better show, but its in Germany......

How do the models compare, shallow I know : )

Been a very long time since Ive been, and tbh, was way to hungover to really notice on all occasions....

[fridgedoctor]

Im going!
Hoping to see the new BMW RT. Looking forward to Italian wine and grub..

[NAS]

Turn7 said:

Milans a great show, plus you get to enjoy a great city....

I think Intermot @ Munich is actually a better show, but its in Germany......

Cologne, not Munich.

[G Man]

knitware said:

I'm flying into the other airport, Linate, however any tips to get from town to Rho Fair?

Edited by knitware on Thursday 4th October 22:26

Get to milan central station by bus https://www.milanairportsguide.com/linate-airport-...

Then grab either
Metro: line M1 (or red line) -> drop off on RHO Fieramilano station
Suburban rail: lines S5 and S6 -> drop off on RHO Fieramilano station

https://www.fair-point.com/venue/fiera-milano/

or pay €70-100 taxi

[Moulder]

I went last year. If at a UK show not being able to get near an R1 for 3 blokes in adventure gear complaining about how uncomfortable it is annoys you then try not to go on Saturday/Sunday, the crowds are on a different level (see first picture below). Still, it does have its good points...









And for the ladies...

[Moulder]

If you are there at the weekend 9-11 November and old stuff is your bag then a trip to Mostra Scambio is well worthwhile. It is right next to Linate airport and is a large motorbike jumble, though also has lots of stalls and vintage complete bikes...

[knitware]

G Man said:

Get to milan central station by bus https://www.milanairportsguide.com/linate-airport-...

Then grab either
Metro: line M1 (or red line) -> drop off on RHO Fieramilano station
Suburban rail: lines S5 and S6 -> drop off on RHO Fieramilano station

https://www.fair-point.com/venue/fiera-milano/

or pay €70-100 taxi

Perfect, thank you.

[knitware]

Moulder said:

I went last year. If at a UK show not being able to get near an R1 for 3 blokes in adventure gear complaining about how uncomfortable it is annoys you then try not to go on Saturday/Sunday, the crowds are on a different level (see first picture below). Still, it does have its good points...

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I'm going to visit on the Friday and spend Saturday sight seeing, and drinking, oh and eating...

[chris4652009]

it's much bigger than the NEC show
I still enjoy the both though