Toronto Supershow Report

 

This story first appeared in Long Riders Magazine

March 2009

 

For years it's been called The Supershow. Show and Supershow are used interchangeably; the Toronto Motorcycle Supershow is North America's largest consumer motorcycle show. It was established in 1976 and has earned the nickname “The big one by the airport” because of its location near Pearson International Airport and the fact that parking is FREE. Presented by Mantha Insurance and produced by Bar Hodgson Productions Ltd., the 425,000 sq. ft. Supershow is dedicated to every motorcycle enthusiast, showcasing all things motorcycle in seven halls of the Toronto International Centre at 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga.

The January 2009 Toronto Motorcycle Supershow held at the International Centre drew its usual crowd of leather and tattoo-uniformed motorcycle worshippers and shoppers looking for that special bargain. And there certainly were bargains to be had – the impending Canadian recession and sluggish economy was evident in merchandise pricing this year. I've never seen chaps at $35 CDN in my life. Not even 27 years ago, when I began riding, could one buy a pair of leather riding chaps for $35. And if you stuck around 'til the end of the night when vendors were preparing to go home, deals could be had on gloves, belts and other motorcycle accessories. Bad times for the economy, good times for a buyer looking for a bargain. The next spring Supershow will be held April 4 & 5, 2009.

 

 

 

Toronto International Spring Motorcycle Show

April 4 & 5, 2009

International Centre
6900 Airport Road
Mississauga, ON
CANADA

SHOW HOURS:
Saturday April 4 - 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday April 5 – 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

ADMISSION:
Adults - $15
Children under 12 - $5
Children under 6 FREE

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Toronto International Spring Motorcycle Show