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A vendor looks to make another successful sale.

World-famous TC Christensen poses on the "Hogslayer."

Jerry Smith talks about his trip across Africa on a motorcycle.

The parking lot is packed with motorcycles all weekend!

       
       
A sidecar lap with the wife of the founder of the Badger racing Association.

People jammed the vendor midway prior to the races.

George Grauwels speaks on Honda repair.

Saturday afternoon--another sunny day, and another huge crowd!

       
       

A small slice of the vendor midway.

This lady is ready to ride right out of the 2010 VJEMC calendar photo shoot!

The photo shoot is for all ages!

Activity in the midway is always brisk.
       

Click here for a printable of the event flyer in .PDF format.

Co-sponsored by the Vintage Japanese and European Motorcycle Club of North America, Inc; the Motorcycle and Model Railroad Museum of Wisconsin, Inc;
Halfcourt Press, Inc; WBAY TV-2; and the Badger Racing Association.

Held at the Outagamie County Fairgrounds in Seymour, Wisconsin

Home of the state’s longest running county fair!

Just 2 ½ hours from Madison, 2 ½ hours from Milwaukee,
20 minutes from Green Bay, and 4 hours from Minneapolis


Music and Entertainment:
Join Legend George of Legend Sound as he and his staff bring us music and PA announcements throughout the event! The "voice of the north," Randy Dean, also brings his style of humor and announcements to the event. You may be familiar with Randy through his years of work at WIXX/WGEE radio, and his many voice-overs on local TV and radio commericials!

Vendor and Space Details:
Vendor registration is continuing at a rapid pace, with vendors for 2009 already registered from Florida, Canada, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Minnesota, and other states! Painters, chromers, restorers, parts, service, accessories, and more…..you will find it all at the 2009 IVMS! There are a total of 2,000 vendor spaces available on the grounds, and they cost $45 per space! Electrical spaces are $65 per space. There is a $5 discount per space for VJEMC members! Spaces are approximately 20 feet by 20 feet. Call 877-853-6210 for details, or download an application form from this site.

WANT FREE VENDOR SPACES IN 2010 AND BEYOND???
            Register in advance and pay for your vendor spaces in 2009 and your vendor spaces for 2010 and beyond will be FREE! At the 2009 IVMS, you will be given forms to register for and claim your free space for 2010 and beyond. Rules and use for these free spaces will be the same as paid spaces. Our vendors are our most valued asset, and we want to continue to build the vendor midway and keep these people coming back each year. With additional sponsorship, we hope to continue to offer these free spaces for many years to come!

Special Motorcycle Parking!
Riding a motorcycle to the event? You get to park right in the event area! Go in Gate 2 off Hwy 55! This will create a “show within the show!” We feel that motorcyclists should park closest, so this is your privilege! Join thousands of others as we view both the latest models and oldest daily riders in our “parking lot show!                     - click on the photos shown below for larger images -

 

 

 

               An aerial view from the top of the fairground's grandstand
              shows a packed parking area with hundreds of motorcycles.


Vintage Motorcycle Racing to continue in 2009!
The Badger Racing Association, sponsors of vintage and modern motorcycle racing throughout Wisconsin, will present the second annual Buzz Simmons Memorial Races on Friday, August 14th, at 7:30 PM at the 1/3 mile dirt track oval at the show grounds! This event, co-sponsored by S-K Service from Hatley, Wisconsin will feature 6 different classes and multiple heats, along with finals. Trophies and cash prizes will be awarded. Anyone can enter! For details, contact Bill or Steve Kasten, race directors, at 715-446-2225. Race admission will be $12, and pit passes will be available for $25 starting on Friday at noon! For those familiar with the racing at Davenport, Iowa, this event will be similar! Rain date for the races will be Saturday, August 15th at 7:30 PM.

Racing Classes:
Modern Pro 600 Class
Handshift Class (1937-1951 motorcycles)
Open Vintage Pro Twins Class
Open Vintage 600 Class
Amateur Vintage Open Class
250 Classic Class
 

Show Bikes and Judging:
Building #10 on the grounds of the fair will be used as the building for show bikes. These are the bikes that will be voted on by the patrons of the event for this year’s people’s choice awards and also judged for concours awards. It is planned that for 2009, the display will be broken up by the different brands of motorcycles. There will be first through fourth place awards in both the judging and voting, and in five different categories: Japanese, European, British, American, and Vintage Customs. Judging will take place throughout the weekend. If you remove your bike from the display, you risk not being judged or limit your chances to receive People's Choice votes! Awards will be presented at 1PM on Sunday. You must be present to claim your awards on Sunday. Awards will not be mailed.

Guest Speakers:
Guest speakers from around the USA will be on hand to discuss vintage motorcycling, riding, repair, restoration, and a host of other related topics. These speakers will be posted on this website as they are finalized. The schedule of speakers will also be available on the IVMS events schedule, available for pick-up by guests at the welcome tent as you enter the grounds.

Hall of Fame Racer to Highlight 2009 Event!

            More details continue to be announced for the 2009 International Vintage Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet, along with a slate of tremendous guest speakers and clinicians. This year's event, the 6th annual, will be held August 14-16 at the Outagamie County fairgrounds in Seymour, Wisconsin. Gates open to the public at 10AM on Friday and close after the races at approximately 10:30 PM. Saturday hours run 8AM-8PM, and Sunday is 8AM-2 PM. Admission for adults is $7 for general admission, with children under age 12 free with a paid adult.
            One of the highlights of the 2009 event will be the appearance of the legendary T.C. Christensen, who resides in Kenosha, Wisconsin and is the proprietor of Sunset Motors. He will be meeting and greeting patrons throughout the weekend and will speak about his experiences as a world-renown racer. His famed "Hogslayer" motorcycle will also be in attendance, so bring your cameras!

The Hogslayer-T.C. Christensen

            During the 1950's in Kenosha, Wisconsin, T.C. Christensen was riding and racing a different type of bike than the norm. Drawn to the sportiness of British motorcycles, Christensen rode a BSA, which he thought was the fastest bike in town. By wrenching at a BSA garage and racing in his spare time, most of Christensen's pursuits were dedicated to speed.
            In the early fall of 1962, he laid eyes on what he would later call the "Blue Behemoth," a Norton 650 that would change his life. A one-armed man who owned the bike was paying someone to race his bike. The "Blue Behemoth" turned out to be shockingly fast, during a street race, it blew past Christensen's buddy's BSA. Christensen was smitten with the bike's speed---he had to have one!
            Just a few weeks after that race, that very Norton 650 would enter Christensen's life through a strange twist of fate. When leaving a party the owner of the bike accelerated to about 90 mph and was cut off by a car. Killed on impact, Christensen ended up buying the wreckage, hoping to build a dedicated race bike. Incorporating a Triumph rigid frame, he implanted the Norton engine, adding a full fairing and a large rear wheel.
            He took the bike to Union Road drag strip and the Great Lakes Dragaway, where he competed in his first legitimate races and won in the top gas category-with what was essentially a street bike. He moved into nitro fuel in 1963 and fully dedicated himself to racing in 1969. At Bowling Green, Kentucky he would annihilate the competition and set several records.
            He and his team built their first double engine "Hogslayer" in 1970 after being deeply impressed by Borris Murray's double-engine Triumph. "Hogslayer 1" became one of the first drag bikes to incorporate fuel injection because carburetors could not deliver enough fuel to the engines to make them competitive. In 1970, the "Hogslayer 1" became the first bike to exceed 180 miles per hour in the quarter-mile. Always staying a step ahead of the competition, Christensen and his crew would always counter with innovations that were simple and inventive. Over the years they built a "Hogslayer 2" and by 1970 the "Hogslayer 3" would pull the quarter-mile in the mid-7 seconds.
            During a warm-up run in Columbus, Ohio, the steering stops snapped off and forced him to bail off the motorcycle, sliding across the tarmac and registering a speed of 150 mph. He escaped with relatively minor injuries.
            In 1977, after nearly a decade of dominating the drag strip without factory support, the "Hogslayer" retired from competition. That was also the same year Norton went out of business. T.C. Christensen was inducted into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 2005 and the final iteration of the "Hogslayer" is on display at the British National Motorcycle Museum.

 

Additional guest speakers have also been announced as follows:

 

  • Pete Dujanovich-Blasting Seminar
    No...Pete does not plan to blow up the IVMS grounds, but he does plan to talk about and demonstrate various ways of blasting your vintage motorcycle parts down to clean metal in preparation for painting, polishing, or restoration. A noted motorcycle mechanic who also has worked with aircraft engines and other large machinery, his expertise should help those who are working on or planning to restore a vintage motorcycle.
     

  • Johnny Bova-Kawasaki Tech
    Johnny is the proprietor of Johnny's Vintage Motorcycle Company in Wadsworth, Ohio and an avid VJEMC supporter. His expertise in the Kawasaki field is second to none. Yet to be finalized is his appearance and discussion on Kawasaki tech.
     

  • Bill Kasten-Yamaha Tech
    Bill was the long-time owner of the Yamaha dealer in Wausau and has worked for his son at SK Service in Hatley for the last 25 years. He has offered to help show attendees who have questions about their Yamahas, Yamaha restoration, and other tech questions to keep their vintage "Yamis" running smoothly.
     

  • Terry Meetz-Custom Plating Specialist-The Chroming Process
    Terry has spent his career at CPS doing chroming work for many industries, with many VJEMC members and other motorcycling enthusiasts now turning to him for their restoration chroming. Terry will give you information on how the process takes place, bring samples of his work, and answer questions about costs, procedures, and more. Several bikes with his chrome work will also be on display at the IVMS!
     

  • Dana Cudnohusky-WFO Custom Painting Seminar
    Dana creates some of the nicest motorcycle paintwork in the region, and now, his work is becoming known both nationally and internationally. In his seminar, Dana will speak about prepping your items for paint, different options for painting, colors, pin striping, and the general painting process. His intent is to have this as an informal session where questions are encouraged. He will bring samples of his work to help explain the processes used, as well as giving you a "start-to-finish" overview. Dana hails from Marinette, Wisconsin, and has been in the painting and auto body business since his high school days, and has always had an interest in vintage motorcycles. He also does custom painting.
     

  • John DeBeck-VJEMC Motorcycle Grading and Evaluation Seminar
    When VJEMC staffers go out to major shows and auctions, we see many motorcycles that are evaluated or graded incorrectly. Our goal is to help members and non-members know what to look for when buying a vintage bike. Don't get "taken for a ride" and learn how to accurate put a value on any motorcycle. John will give you tips and tricks of what to look for before writing your check! Learn about obtaining titles for untitled vehicles. When is a bike a good choice for a restoration, and when should you pass on it? All of these topics and more will be discussed in this session, which will encourage audience questions and participation. A used motorcycle will be at the seminar to use as a basis for discussion, and an audience member who has a bike available at the IVMS may also be able to bring their bike into the seminar for evaluation.
     

  • Spence Industries and John Eng-The Powder Coating Process
    If you are doing a restoration, many people often choose to send their frames and even other smaller parts out for a powder coating job. And you are not limited just to the color of black! Spence Industries is one of the leading powder coaters in the eastern Wisconsin area and has performed this process many times for members of the VJEMC and the Motorcycle and Model Railroad Museum. VJEMC member John Eng will discuss the process used to do powder coating and the types of products used. He will also bring samples of work, and discuss prepping items for a powder coating job.
     

Bike Corral:
The bike corral will be right at the entrance of the show again this year. Any age motorcycle may be put into the corral for sale. The motorcycle MUST BE RUNNING! The cost is $6 per bike preregistered, or $10 at the gate. Enter at GATE 2 to put a bike in the corral. Additional spectator fees will also be charged.

Charity Ride:
The Christian Motorcyclists Association will be hosting the annual event Charity Ride at 1 PM on Saturday, August 15. The ride will go 75-100 miles with 2 stops. Register for the ride by entering with your motorcycle at GATE 2 up until ride time, or before the ride by stopping at the Christian Motorcyclist’s booth in the vendor area. A donation of $10 per rider is charged, or $15 if riding two-up. All riders will receive a free meal upon return to the IVMS show grounds! All makes and models of motorcycles are welcome on the ride, with an emphasis on bikes 15 years old and older!

Concessions:
A huge line of concessions will be available, which will be served by the Green Bay area ISRA Motorcycle Club Chapter. Brats, hamburgers, hot dogs, beer, soda, chips, water, breakfast items, nachos, and more will be available throughout the weekend at reasonable prices so as to make this an affordable event for families. Proceeds from concessions help ISRA offset the costs of their charitable works for youth during the year.

Admission:
Admission is a low $7 per day for adults, or get a weekend pass for $18. Children under 12 are free with a paid adult, again keeping with the family-friendly theme. All patrons will be given an appropriate wristband which MUST BE WORN to get into the show. Torn wristbands WILL NOT BE HONORED! These must be visible and on your wrist! They are waterproof and can be used from day to day if purchasing the weekend pass. Admission to racing is a separate cost, as this is a separate event, similar to special shows at the fair.

Vendor Check-In
All vendors MUST CHECK IN AT GATE 3 on Eagle Street. NO EXCEPTIONS!!! Please display your vendor pass that you will receive in the mail on your rear view mirror to get in quickly. Vendors desiring a spot who have not paid in advance will need to pull off to the side at the gate to pay and register. It is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED that you register in advance this year and avoid long lines and guarantee your space!

Camping:
All campers and RV’s going to the camping area should check in at GATE 2 ONLY!! If you are a vendor with a camper who plans to stay in the camping area, drop your vendor items after checking in at GATE 3 and then proceed to GATE 2. Camping spaces are $30 for the weekend. There is a $5 discount for VJEMC members. Camping spaces are assigned as campers arrive. Pre-registration guarantees you a spot. Water and electric hook-ups are available, but you should bring your own hoses and power cords. Make sure you have enough footage, in case you are further away from the main hook-ups! Vendors may, at their discretion, stay with their campers in their vending sites, as long as they purchase enough space to accommodate their campers/tents.

Auto Parking
Auto parking will be through GATE 2 ONLY! Enter off Wisconsin Highway 55. There is no charge for parking for cars. Simply pay your individual admission when you enter!

Vintage Biker Babes Calendar
We are putting some plans in motion to help garner photos for our 2009 Vintage Biker Babes Calendar at the International Vintage Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet. Click here for more details.

Raffles and Door Prizes
Every year, the IVMS gives away hundreds of door and raffle prizes. These include motorcycling gear, products for your motorcycle, tee shirts, caps, sweatshirts, signs and banners, restaurant gift certificates, products donated by show vendors, and much, much more! The grand prize for each of the last 5 years has been a trip to Las Vegas with free motorcycle rental!

Free Club Display Spaces
Motorcycle clubs (especially those which are vintage in nature) are welcome to attend the IVMS and bring a display of vintage motorcycles for their area. There is no cost for these spaces, but you can not sell motorcycles, parts, or memorabilia in these spaces. Club memberships and club tee-shirts may be sold, and literature may be given away on your club's good works. Clubs which focus on modern motorcycles may also take these spaces, but must display motorcycles 15 years old and older that may belong to members, in addition to promoting their "newer" club.


For more information contact the
IVMS or VJEMC offices at 877-853-6210

VJEMC
4492 Annabell Circle
Green Bay, WI 54313

Phone: 877-VJEMC10 (877-853-6210)
Local: 920-865-1217

FAX: 888-249-7943

info@vinjapeuromcclub.org

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YOU CAN BE A PART OF OUR 2011 “VINTAGE BIKER BABES” CALENDAR !
 


An ongoing VJEMC promotion ( tastefully done ! )

            The VJEMC board has had ongoing discussions about again producing a calendar for members that can also be sold at our events to raise funds for the club. At the 2008 IVMS, we had a photographer shoot photos for the 2010 calendar. This calendar will be produced and ready for our event booths and the general membership during the spring of 2009. To this extent, we are putting some plans in motion to help garner photos for our next calendar (2011) at the International Vintage Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet in Seymour, Wisconsin on August 14-16, 2009. If you would like your favorite bike or your favorite woman in the calendar (or if you are a woman who would like to be photographed with a bike and possibly be included in our calendar), here is what we are planning:
 

  •    Vintage motorcycles 1994 and older are eligible for the photo shoot. The bikes should be washed, clean, and in condition 1, 2, or 3. No rat bikes, dirty bikes, radical customs, etc….We basically want nice stock bikes. The photographers have the right to select or deny a bike based on condition or multiple bikes of the same kind/marque.
     

  • Bikes must be entered in the IVMS show to qualify, so we know you are serious about having your bike included and will have it present when promised.
     

  • Unlike what many of you may be thinking, our “vintage biker babes” calendar is not going to be an exercise in exposure. We are looking for women who are tastefully dressed in biker clothing, be it leathers, jackets, jeans, boots, vintage tee shirts, caps, etc….As a matter of fact, dressing in vintage biker clothing is a plus! We hope to feature women of all ages who are interested in motorcycling. Again, the photographer has the final say as far as who he/she shoots, but will try to have a variety of women from children to "retirement age" women
     

  • These women will be “delicately” placed on or next to the motorcycle photographed for the calendar. Of course, we are looking for a variety of brands. We prefer not to repeat a marque more than once in the calendar, so if you have a nice Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Triumph, BSA, Norton, AJS, Vincent, Bridgestone, etc……bring it out and have it featured!!!
     

  • We will be advertising the event throughout Friday and early Saturday over the public address system on the grounds as well. The women who are chosen, as well as the owners of the bikes who are chosen, will receive free copies of the calendar for their personal use when it is produced.
     

  • The photo shoot will be taking place on Saturday afternoon, August 15, so plan to be available for a few hours between noon and 4 PM.
     

  • Any questions about the shoot should be directed to our office at 877-853-6210

Please contact us toll-free with any questions at 877-853-6210,
or feel free to join us by filling out a membership application today!
 


INTERNATIONAL VINTAGE  MOTORCYCLE SHOW AND SWAP MEET