Upcoming Trade Shows Köln, Germany for Motorcycles

The motorcycle industry in Cologne galvanises whenever INTERMOT arrives in town. Good news is that the trade show has moved to a new winter slot and is here to stay as an annual event. One of the standout attractions in 2024 was the KICK STARTER 125cc event powered by fritz-kola. Positioned centrally on the boulevard between exhibition halls, the event was an instant hit, especially among novice bikers. The lineup featured approximately 50 125cc models, including e-scooters, naked bikes, and enduro variants. The event certainly ignited enthusiasm among those entering the motorcycling world. Visitors had the opportunity to sit on their dream bikes and receive expert advice on licenses, which turned a sales pitch into an engaging and educational experience. INTERMOT 2024 offered something for every motorbike enthusiast. Activities geared toward younger generations, such as the CREATOR LOUNGE and the KICK STARTER 125cc event, were complemented by motorsport-focused events. Meet-and-greets with mechanics and racing stars turned parts of the fair into an off-season paddock show. Meanwhile, the INTERMOT LIVE powered by Bering stage hosted live discussions covering horsepower, petrol, fashion, and adventure. Of course, the most important benefit for the motorcycle industry in Cologne has been the emphasis on innovation. Looking ahead to the 2025 season, INTERMOT connected with major manufacturers like BMW Motorrad, Ducati, Honda and Kawasaki to touch upon their newest models expected to hit the market. For Yamaha, it’s the new R9 super sports bike, redesigned TRACER series, MT-07 Hyper Naked, and an updated Ténéré 700. Ducati meanwhile held several world premiers under the themes “The Next Level Form” and “Unlock Everyday Adventure,” alongside Multistrada models, Panigales, Streetfighter V2/S, and Scrambler variants. Kawasaki debuted the brand-new Z900 in Sugomi design, Versys 1100 (SE), Ninja 1100SX (SE), and W230/Meguro S1.