At the Harley-Davidson booth, the center of attention is the Harley "VRSCA V-Rod" that is scheduled for launch next spring. Though completely different in concept from the traditional Harley, the bike is still Harley through and through. One indication of its appeal is the extraordinary popularity of the pamphlet request corner set up in the booth. In the Buell family, Harley has the ambitious "Firebolt XB9R" on display, a further attraction for Harley fans.

BMW offers motorcycle riders a wide range of variations, and one of its most popular models is the low-seat F series. The " C1 200 F-1" comes with a seatbelt, head rest and roof, creating a completely new form of vehicle that can be ridden safely without a helmet and stands up to any weather.

Across the hall is the Ducati booth with the beautiful "TESTASTRETTA 998," the pinnacle of Italian superbikes. Its subtle balance awes young people and keeps the bike in a storm of camera flashes. The Moto Guzzi booth also has solid support.

Piaggio, which won universal acclaim for its Vespa scooter, has the large "Piaggio X9 200 AMALFI" scooter and the "GILERA DNA 180" on display. Visitors are impressed by its competitive prices and quality.