Custombike Show 2023 – the largest trade fair for converted motorcycles
Custom bike show in Bad Salzuflen from December 1st to 3rd, 2023
On the first weekend in December, tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts will once again meet at the Custombike Show 2023 in Bad Salzuflen to marvel at elaborately converted motorcycles from all over the world. They fight for fame and honor, trophies and prizes as part of the “European Custombike Championship”. Around 300 machines are expected again. Regardless of whether it's a chopper, bobber, cruiser, cafe racer, scrambler, fighter or completely crazy custom build - everything that is possible on two wheels can be found CUSTOMBIKE SHOW
An expert jury selects the best bikes in fifteen different categories during the trade fair. The bike show winners receive trophies, invitations to European partner events and bike portraits in various specialist magazines. The newly crowned European Custombike Champion 2023 will also receive a cash prize of 5,000 euros. This makes the championship the highest-paying custom contest in Europe . For the first time, there will also be a “German Clubstyle Contest” at the CUSTOMBIKE SHOW.
It is presented by the guys from Punta, the biggest club style show in Europe. The winner of this category will be invited to Punta Courchevel in the French Alps in 2024 to compete against European customizers in the European Clubstyle Contest - including a hotel and guaranteed fun! Another highlight of the CUSTOMBIKE SHOW is the “European Biker Build-Off”, in which two customizers each build an individual bike live in front of the audience.
SPECIAL GUEST – DET MÜLLER
Where? In the King Kerosin “Big Kahuna” lounge in Hall 22.1
For over 15 years and in more than 700 TV programs, Det Müller has been offering fans and viewers competent motor journalism paired with the best entertainment , as well as in-depth expertise on used cars, vintage and classic cars. Det Müller is on air weekly in “GRIP – Das Motormagazin” and “Mein NEUE Alter” and appears regularly in print and online publications.
Distinctive SAYINGS, solid shoes and the SHIRT SLEEVES always up In front of the camera and as an event moderator, the Oldenburg native impresses advertising partners and sponsors, organizers and retailers. Det Müller also works backstage as an important source of inspiration and creativity. In-depth specialist knowledge , extensive network and legendary counter-attacking strength are his trademarks.
This year Styrian Motorcycle from Austria is competing against the BMW authorized dealer Becker-Tiemann. The audience will decide who emerges victorious from this live customizing. The winning bike will adorn the new CUSTOMBIKE SHOW 2024 poster. In addition, around 170 companies will be presenting everything related to customizing motorcycles as well as a large selection of clothing, parts and accessories on almost 20,000 square meters of exhibition space.
The supporting program guarantees the best entertainment with numerous custom bike presentations, interviews and new launches for the 2024 model year. There are also captivating stage shows by “The Fuel Girls” from London, live music by Jimmy Cornett and a Hawaiian feeling in the “Big Kahuna” lounge with the entertainer King Kerosin. Body painting demonstrations and the popular “Wall of Death” with breathtaking maneuvers on the steep wall round off the program.
As the icing on the cake, all participants in the daily visitor competition have the chance to win big prizes. In addition to a weekend in the Harz Mountains for two people and cool clothing, the main prize is a brand new Harley-Davidson Nightster worth 16,000 euros.
Text & image credit: Custombike Show 2023
