2008-2009 Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows Presented by Toyota Set to Cruise Into 13 Cities Nationwide

World's Largest Motorcycle Show Series Features Hundreds of New Bikes and Entertainment for Entire Family

SANTA ANA, Calif., June 18 -- Advanstar Communications -- a leading provider of integrated media solutions to the automotive aftermarket, off-road, and powersports industries -- today announced the schedule for the 28th annual Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows(R) presented by Toyota. This nationwide show series allows motorcycle fans from California to New York to get an up-close look at more than 600 new model motorcycles including street bikes, dirt bikes, fuel efficient bikes, cruisers, scooters, ATVs and watercraft from 19 major manufacturers; check out the latest gear and aftermarket accessories; and enjoy demo rides, new rider programs, interactive entertainment for all ages and more.

The 2008-2009 Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows(R) presented by Toyota schedule is as follows:

  October 31-
   November 2, 2008         University of Phoenix Stadium    Phoenix, AZ

  November 14-16, 2008      Dallas Convention Center         Dallas, TX

  November 21-23, 2008      Reliant Center                   Houston, TX

  December 5-7, 2008        Long Beach Convention Center     Long Beach, CA

  December 12-14, 2008      Qwest Field Event Center         Seattle, WA

  December 19-21, 2008      San Mateo County Event Center    San Mateo, CA

  January 2-4, 2009         Rock Financial Showplace         Novi, MI

  January 9-11, 2009        Washington Convention Center     Washington D.C.

  January 16-18, 2009       Jacob K. Javits Convention       New York, NY
                              Center
  January 30-
   February 1, 2009         I-X Center                       Cleveland, OH

  February 6-8, 2009        Donald E. Stephens Convention    Chicago, IL
                             Center

  February 13-15, 2009      Minneapolis Convention Center    Minneapolis, MN

  February 20-22, 2009      Carolina First Center            Greenville, SC

"Whether you are an avid motorcycle rider or a potential new rider, each show stop is bursting with the latest bikes, gear, safety equipment and information to get your motor running," said Show Director Jeff D'Entremont. "With gas prices on the rise, motorcycles make an excellent fuel efficient transportation choice and the show is the best place to see these bikes up-close and talk to the industry experts about the options."

For the 16th consecutive year, Cycle World is the title sponsor for the series and Toyota will return for the 11th year as presenting sponsor. The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows(R) presented by Toyota is the world's largest motorcycle show series.