From a press release:

The 2005 Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows® Presented By Toyota Trucks Revs Up Seattle

Largest U.S. Motorcycle Show Continues 12-City Tour

Santa Ana, CA – December 8, 2004 – This weekend, motorcycle fans from the Seattle area will come together for the most highly anticipated motorcycle show of the year. Only at the 24th Annual Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows presented by Toyota Trucks will enthusiasts and families be able to see the not-yet released Honda CRF 450X and the Victory Hammer. Other unique features include: The Toyota Tacoma Demo Drive, one of Valentino Rossi’s M1 GP bikes, Ducati Monster Challenge, the Ball of Steel Stunt show and the Kid’s Cycle Center. Special appearances will also be made by 2004 17-time Baja Champion Ivan “Ironman” Stewart. All this and more will be at the Quest Event Center on December 10-12, 2004.

Tickets for the event are $12 for adults, $5 for children 6-11 and free for children 5 and under. Tickets are available in advance at www.motorcycleshows.com and on-site at the box office or call the InfoLine at (800)-331-5706 and (218)-723-9130 for more information.

“Last year we had a great turnout in Seattle, and we’re looking forward to another exciting year,” said Show Director Jeff D’Entremont, of the popular consumer show Series. “Families and enthusiasts will be able to take advantage of the new features like the Kid’s Cycle Center, the Toyota Tacoma Off-Road Demo Drive with Ivan Stewart and the Ducati Monster Challenge. We’re also happy to offer our new web based e-ticket program which makes it more convenient for attendees to get tickets on line from home and skip the lines at the show.”

The Kid’s Cycle Center offers an entire “universe” of vehicles, gear and fun. The center offers small-displacement bikes and ATVs from major manufacturers, and right-sized apparel and safety equipment. Parents and kids can also get more information on local rides, events and clubs.

The Ball of Steel Stunt show features three motorcycle riders performing high energy, synchronized stunts inside a giant steel globe. The fast-paced excitement keeps up throughout the show until the end, when the riders offer up gravity-defying freestyle tricks and back flips as their grand finale.

Looking for a hands-on experience? Check out Toyota’s Tacoma Demo Drive where enthusiasts can get behind the wheel of a rugged, all-new 2005 Tacoma and test it against extreme hills, ditches and deep mud. While you’re there, be sure to catch a ride around the track with 17-time Baja 500 winner Ivan “Iron Man” Stewart. Ivan will be making exclusive appearances on Saturday at the Toyota Truck Zone and the Tacoma Demo Drive course, to share driving secrets, sign autographs and demonstrate techniques.

Ducati is looking for the coolest, most customized and unique Monster in all of America. To be considered for one of the Ducati Monster Challenge in Seattle, please submit your entry form and photos for pre-screening. The bikes selected for each local event will be displayed in a special area at the shows where they will be judged for 1st, 2nd, 3rd prizes as well as a “People’s Choice” winner chosen by the votes of show visitors. For details about entering, please visit www.ducatiusa.com .

The Vintage Motorcycle Enthusiasts and Soundrider! will show their beautifully restored vintage, classic and antique motorcycles in the vintage displays.

Traveling to 12 major cities across the country, the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows presented by Toyota Trucks is an unparalleled opportunity for bike buffs along with casual enthusiasts to experience the cutting-edge of powersports vehicles, products, and services. Expected to be among the 2004 line-up include Aprilia, BMW, Buell, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, Moto Guzzi, Suzuki, Triumph, Victory and Yamaha. Representatives from local dealerships will be available to answer questions and help enthusiasts determine the perfect ride for their size and experience level.

Show attendees looking for in-depth information on motorcycle parts and accessories can visit expert staff in “The Factory,” a showcase of the latest aftermarket products and essential riding gear where motorheads can compare and discuss everything from performance parts to the latest communications hardware with manufacturer representatives. We are pleased to have the following companies participating in the Factory: Arai Helmets, Autocom, Avon Tyres, Baehr, Bell Powersports, Bub Enterprises, Chatterbox!, Cobra, Dowco, Dunlop, European Motorcycle Accessories, HJC, K&N, Kendon, Metzeler, Odyssey, Ozbike, Pirelli, Pro Circuit, Progressive Suspension, Repsol, River Road, Saddlemen, Shoei, T-Bags, Tomahawk, Travelcade, Troy Lee Designs, Tucker Rocky and Ventura.

Progressive Insurance has recently signed on as official product sponsor of the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows presented by Toyota Trucks. Progressive’s sponsorship includes the Series’ new web based e-ticketing program where attendees can purchase tickets on the web site, print them from home and avoid waiting in line at the show. This gives enthusiasts and families less wait-time and more time to enjoy the show. Visit: www.motorcycleshows.com to purchase your e-tickets and skip the lines.

The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows® presented by Toyota Trucks kicked off in San Francisco, with later stops including Dallas and Southern California. The show will continue with stops in Seattle, Denver, New York, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Ohio, Minneapolis, Chicago and Detroit.

Tickets are available in advance at www.motorcycleshows.com and on-site at the box office. Members of the American Motorcyclist Association who show their membership cards when purchasing tickets at the box office on-site are eligible for a $1 rebate coupon redeemable at the AMA booth inside the show. Discount coupons are also available at participating local dealers. Visit www.motorcycleshows.com for a complete list of participating dealerships. Only one discount will be granted per ticket; no discount offers may be combined.

ABOUT THE SERIES
The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows® offer an unparalleled opportunity for bike buffs along with casual enthusiasts to experience the cutting-edge of powersports vehicles, products, and services. The show boasts long-term relationships with both its title sponsor, Cycle World (12 years), the world’s foremost motorcycling magazine, and with its presenting sponsor Toyota Trucks (7 years), the world’s leading manufacturer of light trucks.

2005 SERIES SCHEDULE
San Francisco, November 5-7, 2004; Dallas, November 19-21, 2004; Southern California, December 3-5, 2004; Seattle, December 10-12, 2004; Denver, December 17-19, 2004; Atlanta, January 7-9, 2005; Washington D.C., January 14-16, 2005; New York, January 21-23, 2005; Ohio, January 28-30, 2005; Minneapolis, February 4-6, 2005; Chicago, February 11-13, 2005; Detroit, February 25-27, 2005.

ABOUT THE POWERSPORTS GROUP
The Powersports Group is the largest producer worldwide for trade and consumer shows in the powersports industry, including the single largest aftermarket trade-only event: the Dealernews International Powersports Dealer Expo. In addition to Dealer Expo, our powersports shows encompass nearly every product in all segments of the industry. Our Big Twin East and West shows represent the passion of Big Twin, bringing together the manufacturers, builders, and buyers who power the marketplace. Dirt Expo is the premier event for the off-road powersports industry, which runs alongside the Maxxis U.S. Open of Supercross in Las Vegas. Targeting key motorcycle markets across the country, the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows presented by Toyota Trucks draws more than 600,000 eager powersports consumers of all levels.

ABOUT ADVANSTAR COMMUNICATIONS INC.
Based in New York, NY, Advanstar Communications Inc. (www.advanstar.com) is a worldwide business information company serving specialized markets with high quality information resources and integrated marketing solutions. Advanstar has 77 business magazines, 19 directories, 7 electronic publications, 54 tradeshows and 40 conferences, numerous Web sites, and a wide range of print and electronic direct marketing, database and reference products and services. Advanstar serves targeted market sectors including the automotive, beauty, e-learning, call center, digital media, entertainment/ marketing, healthcare, fashion & apparel, pharmaceuticals, powersports, science, telecommunications and travel/ hospitality industries. The Company has roughly 1,500 employees and currently operates from multiple offices in North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia.

For more information, call the InfoLine at (800)-331-5706 CST and (218)-723-9130 CST or to www.motorcycleshows.com.