1000s roar up for motorbike magic

Motorcycle enthusiasts from all over UK travelled to Stafford in record numbers for the 29th Carol Nash International Classic Motorcycle Show.

Thousands were at the County Showground over the weekend with former World Superbike champion Carl Fogarty the big draw.

Foggy, who produced no less than four World Superbike titles and a total of eight world crowns in his riding career, wowed the crowds at the County Showground on Saturday.

But the real stars of the show were the gleaming classic race bikes on display in the exhibition hall, which were fired up to kick-start the event.

Top motorcycle manufacturers Harley-Davidson, Ducati, Triumph, Royal Enfield and Buell were among the exhibitors showing off their latest models. More than 200 exhibitors had signed up for the weekend, giving biking enthusiasts plenty of opportunity to browse classic wares and spares as well as admire the machines themselves.

Carl Fogarty was at the show on both days to chat to fans and talk about his long career.

Bonhams ran an auction yesterday with many outstanding machines on offer

Showgoers also had the chance to ride on some of the latest bikes from top manufacturers.