Custombike Show 2023 – the largest trade fair for customized motorcycles
Custom Bike Show in Bad Salzuflen from December 1 to 3, 2023
On the first weekend in December, tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts will once again gather at the Custom Bike Show 2023 in Bad Salzuflen to marvel at elaborately customized motorcycles from all over the world. These bikes compete for fame and glory, trophies, and prizes in the European Custom Bike Championship. Around 300 machines are expected to take part again this year. Whether choppers, bobbers, cruisers, cafe racers, scramblers, fighters, or completely crazy custom builds—at the CUSTOM BIKE SHOW you can find everything that is possible on two wheels.
During the trade fair, a panel of experts selects the best bikes in fifteen different categories. The Bike Show winners receive trophies, invitations to European partner events, and bike features in various trade magazines. The newly crowned European Custom Bike Champion 2023 will also receive a cash prize of €5,000. This makes the championship the most lucrative Custom Contest Europe. For the first time, there will also be a „German Clubstyle Contest“ at the CUSTOMBIKE SHOW.
It will be presented by the guys from Punta, Europe's biggest club style show. 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 Club Style Contest – including hotel accommodation and guaranteed fun! Another highlight of the CUSTOMBIKE SHOW is the „European Biker Build-Off,“ in which two customizers build individual bikes 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 television programs offers Det Müller fans and viewers competent automotive journalism paired with best entertainment, in addition extensive expertise on used cars, classic cars, and modern classics. Det Müller is on air weekly in „GRIP – Das Motormagazin“ and „Mein neuer Alter“ and appears regularly in print and online publications.
Striking SLOGANS, sturdy footwear, and SHIRT SLEEVES always rolled up In front of the camera and as an event presenter, the Oldenburg native impresses advertising partners and sponsors, event organizers, and retailers. Det Müller also plays an important role behind the scenes as a source of inspiration and creative force. Profound expertise, extensive network and legendary counter strength are his trademarks.
This year, Styrian Motorcycle from Austria will compete against BMW dealer Becker-Tiemann. The audience will decide who emerges victorious from this live customizing contest. The winning bike will be featured on the new CUSTOMBIKE SHOW poster for 2024. In addition, around 170 companies will be presenting everything related to customizing motorcycles, as well as a large selection of clothing, parts, and accessories, across almost 20,000 square meters of exhibition space.
The supporting program guarantees top-notch entertainment with numerous custom bike presentations, interviews, and new model introductions for the 2024 model year. There will also be captivating stage shows by „The Fuel Girls“ from London, live music by Jimmy Cornett, and a Hawaiian vibe in the „Big Kahuna” lounge with entertainer King Kerosin. Body painting demonstrations and the popular „Wall of Death“ with breathtaking maneuvers on the steep wall round out the program.
As the icing on the cake, all participants in the daily visitor competition have the chance to win great 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.
Text & image credits: Custom Bike Show 2023
