BURNLEY'S Neil Hodgson will open the 2001 National Motorcycle Show at Manchester's G-Mex Centre on Friday, January 5. The reigning British Superbike champion is also making regular appearances throughout the show's three days, where he will be joined by Chris Walker.

Both riders are appearing on stage for live interviews and autograph signing sessions.

The National Motorcycle Show takes place between 5-7 January, from 11am-5.30pm, admisssion £9 for adults (£7 advance) concessions £5 (£4 advance). Advance ticket bookings: 08700 788988.