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Why was Honda absent from the IR Bikefest? Because of the Honda Moto Fair, of course!

Gilbert Chao · Apr 1, 2023 05:30 PM

Why was Honda absent from the IR Bikefest? Because of the Honda Moto Fair, of course! 01

Honda, arguably the most dominant motorcycle brand in the country, was noticeably absent at the 15th Inside Racing Bikefest last weekend. The reason for this was it was quite preoccupied staging a series of Honda Moto Fair events at the business capitals of Visayas and Mindanao.

Island hopping

Why was Honda absent from the IR Bikefest? Because of the Honda Moto Fair, of course! 02

In fact, while the IR Bikefest was ongoing, Honda was conducting its own campaign in Cagayan de Oro City last March 24 to 26, 2023.

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The events drew in a large number of Honda motorcycle enthusiasts, including members of the local media and vloggers, as well as Honda dealers. It had the same turn out as its HPI Moto Fair at the Park Mall Cebu last January 20 to 22, and at SM Davao last February 24 to 26.

Click125 for the win

Why was Honda absent from the IR Bikefest? Because of the Honda Moto Fair, of course! 01

The Japanese brand showcased the latest editions of its 160cc lineup at the Honda Moto Fair along with the CLICK160, the AirBlade160, PCX160, and widely-popular ADV160.  Receiving strong engagement was the brand’s best-seller, the CLICK125.

Bonding over bikes

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“Honda Philippines is pleased with how the CLICK125 has gained acceptance in the riding community as the main preference in the AT segment, shares Arvin Go, HPI Deputy Department Manager for Motorcycle Sales Visayas and Mindanao.

He adds, "Honda keeps on innovating for you, guys! That is why we continuously give you a better and better experience in your daily commutes and for your weekend travels. Thank you for keeping us Number One!”

Bonding over bikes

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Attendees of the Moto Fair got to experience these rides first-hand though the event's rich collection of fun and engaging activities.

Meanwhile, Honda CLICK125 riders displayed their shared appreciation of the popular scooter as they paraded their units in a head-turning motorcade. They got to bond, make new friends, and showcase their talents as well at the Moto Fair Grand Event Night.

Why was Honda absent from the IR Bikefest? Because of the Honda Moto Fair, of course! 04

The Honda Moto Fair started its series last year in Luzon. This year, the said event will be rolling through the Vis-Min islands to assert the brand’s nationwide market dominance.

Check out Honda Philippines’ social media pages to get updates about their Moto Fair schedule. They might be staging their awesome fair in your neck of the woods one of these weekends. 

Gilbert Chao

Motorcycle Editor

A moto-journo who spends most of his time on the saddle unless otherwise saddled with desk work. His curious nature and poor sense of direction often take him on unplanned adventures.

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