In addition, it's also Saltire Suzuki's open weekend.
To celebrate the start of the biking season, we’re pulling out all the
stops, and the BBQ. From 10 am until 5pm we’re holding an event to set the
momentum for Summer 2008.
What’s happening?
The official launch of Suzuki's stunning 2008 range – See them, feel them,
ride them..!
The full range of the all new 2008 GSXR’s will be on display, plus, there
will be an opportunity to test ride the fantastic new GSXR 600k8.
Also available for test riding will be the following bikes,
GSX1300 B-King - A chance to try out this long awaited concept bike that has
stolen the hearts and minds of designers, manufacturers and riders across
the globe.
GSF1250sak8 - The new Bandit. It's not all torque..!
GSXR1000 - The ground breaking king of the sports bikes.
GSX 650 fk8 – New for 2008, this middleweight sports, tourer, commuter, has
been an overnight success with riders of all abilities and desires.
DL650x - Simply the most versatile and robust adventure sports machine on
the market place today.
DRZ400smk8 - Laughter, style, functionality and more laughter, that's the
DRZ all over. Come and put a smile on your face.
GS500fk8 – Riding schools have used the trusty GS for decades and now with
its stylish look it's the bike that suits all new riders down to a T!
AN400k8 – For todays busy life of business, this is the only way to travel
in or inter city.
Also available for test ride in the near future will be;
GSXR1300k8 Hyabusa – A striking new look and now with more grunt, more
horses, and more style than ever before. This bike is truly a modern day
classic.
VL800c – A true leisure machine. With the style, performance and reliability
you desire but without compromise.
SV650k8 – No words required here, this bike has stood the test of time and
keeps coming back for more.
What else is goin on?
Geoff, in our clothing department, will have the pleasure of company from,
former Isle of Man TT winner, Ian Duffus on the day.
Ian will be on hand to offer stories of his racing experience and explain
exactly why he chose Arai to give him the confidence to ride so hard.
The 2008 Arai range is now in stock, together with helmets from Caberg and
HJC, you can be sure we've got a helmet to suit your needs.
Geoff has also fully re-stocked with the new 2008 Teknic range of leathers,
textiles, boots & gloves.
This range is strongly supported by Scoot leathers and SIDI boots.
Also appearing on the day,
Come and meet the guys who are racing for Saltire in 2008,
Torquil Paterson,
Racing his GSXR1000k7. Torquil is a seasoned veteran in Scottish
motorcycling and there's not much he doesn't know about the quickest way
round any of the UK's tracks. He's one of motorcycle racings true gentlemen
and a real character, why not take the time to here his plans for 2008.
Team Wilson racing,
From seasoned veterans we move onto the young-blood of the game. Cameron and
Stewart Wilson began racing last year and with the superb enthusiasm and
coaching of their Dad Dougie and a little help from Saltire, they quickly
made a strong impact on the motorcycling circuit. Cameron now aged 14 has
made such an impression that we at Saltire have chosen to present him with
an SV650S for the 2008 mini twins Class, we are confident that he's a name
to watch for. His little brother Stewart, aged 11 is a real live wire and
this year he's riding in the Metrakit 70
The entire Wilson team will be on hand throughout the day.
Plus,
Meet some adventure riders working for charity.
So far Nepal- Our very own clothing assistant, Marchin Filas, has just
returned from a journey taking him to the heart of the Himalaya mountains.
He's going be on hand all day to tell stories of his adventures through some
of the toughest terrain on the planet and show some of his stunning
photographs.
Enduro Africa - Father and son team, Alec and Max Williamson, are heading
off to Africa for some overland adventures. Find out more from the guys on
the day.
Ride for Marie Curie - A locally organised annual ride out for charity, this
year supporting Marie Curie Cancer, why not get involved? Find out more on
the day.
And let's not forget the fantastic culinary delights of Lee Rollos Barbeque,
the burgers and rolls will be flowing all day.
So why not take the time to help us get this biking season started, it'd be
great to see you.
Thanks again for your support and feed-back.
Voted number 1 Japanese franchise in the UK.
Motorcycling solutions from SALTIRE. TEL: 0131 478 6661
FAX: 0131 221 9069
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