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All About the Upcoming 2026 AIMExpo

Written by ALCOM Trailers | Aug 25, 2025 4:18:11 PM

It’s less than six months away: the 2026 American International Motorcycle Expo is heading to the Anaheim Convention Center for January 7-9, 2026! 

If you’re not familiar with the AIMExpo yet, here’s the scoop: it’s the largest and most important powersports trade show in North America, and it has international reach. This expo puts the entire powersports industry together in one place: the best brands, the top distributors, major manufacturers, and the most engaged, forward-thinking dealers, plus influencers, media outlets, and industry leaders. Check out this 2025 AIMExpo recap for a glimpse inside the event. 

AIMExpo connects industry members from across the globe, with the goal of accelerating opportunities among exhibiting brands, dealers, distributors, manufacturers and media. The 2026 AIMExpo is scheduled for January 7-9, 2026 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. This coincides with the opening round of the 2026 Supercross season. 

Who Can Attend AIMExpo 2026? 

AIMExpo isn’t open to the general public – it’s an industry-only event, open to dealers and industry professionals from manufacturers, distributors, and media outlets. AIMExpo brings everyone together in one place, at the same time, to collaborate, engage, and learn about issues and opportunities facing their industry. Registration is open now for the following categories

Dealers/Buyers: All international attendees should register under the Dealers/Buyers category, as should dealers, distributors, and wholesalers. This category is for attendees who purchase products from distributors and manufacturers to resell to customers, or export to international markets.  

Non-Exhibiting Brands: Industry pros who are employed by U.S.-based service providers or manufacturers, but are not exhibiting at AIMExpo, can attend as well. For Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) members, registration is $250 per badge; for non-members, the price is $400.  

Media: Freelance journalists, staff journalists, and digital influencers may register to attend AIMExpo and gather content, with nano-influencers reviewed and approved on an individual basis. Please note that advertising sales staff are not considered a dealer or media attendee.  

Exhibitors: Contracted staff or employees from  companies exhibiting at AIMExpo should register under the Exhibitors category in order to assist their company at the exhibition booth during the event.  

Why Attend AIMExpo 2026? 

For dealers, attending AIMExpo 2026 is an unmatched opportunity for networking. Connect with more than 400 motorcycle and power sports exhibitors and product experts; see the newest models, parts, accessories and tech for 2026; save on new products with exclusive show specials! Don’t miss attending robust dealer education programs. You’ll have access to products, tools, and education that are crucial to business growth.  

For exhibitors, AIMExpo 2026 is an incredible opportunity to connect with North American and international buyers. What better way to kick off the year than launching new models and products to dealers and international media? Strengthen your relationships with current dealers and distributors; meet new industry partners and generate increased demand for your products.  

2026 AIMExpo Features

As the one-stop destination for the powersports industry, AIMExpo has a lot to offer. The 2026 expo will include hundreds of exhibitors, including brands like Polaris, Kawasaki, 50 State DMV, GUTS Racing Products, and so many more. Tires, technology, parts, accessories ... all things powersports, all in one place. Plus, the event is thoughtfully designed for the comfort and enjoyment of its guests, with features like: 

  • The Starting Line: Start the day with free coffee! The Starting Line is fueled by Drag Specialties, which also happens to be the largest powersports aftermarket accessories distributor in the world.  
  • MIC Business Center: Motorcycle Industry Council members get access to complimentary lunch, lounge, meeting space and additional business services during the expo.  

  • Dealer Tech Zone: Transax Digital Retail presents a remote office space on the show floor - an area for dealers to recharge and connect.  
  • Dealer Education: Motorcycle & Powersports News, in partnership with Dealer Evolution and Dealer Excellence, will deliver practical classroom-style education, thought-provoking panel discussions, and more educational opportunities focused on business solutions, best practices, and industry insights. 

ALCOM Dealers Get Better Benefits

Dealers, if you're planning to attend AIMExpo, get ready to connect with pros from across the powersports industry. If you're looking for a line of all-aluminum powersports trailers to round out your dealership ahead of the expo and the next season of outdoor motor sport adventures, let's connect and see how ALCOM's brand offerings fit into your dealership's location and needs.

Why become an ALCOM dealer if you haven't already joined our North American dealer network? One, because we're always working to create improved products and accessories for our -- and your -- customers. Two, because our selection of powersports trailers is unmatched, with open and enclosed aluminum trailers for motorcycles, dirtbikes, ATVs, UTVs, and snowmobiles, including custom-fit Polaris aluminum trailers designed to fit Polaris off-road vehicles. Three, because our dealer network grants you benefits like professional marketing and advertising materials and access to multiple manufacturing sites across the USA for easy inventory updates. Visit our brand sites below to learn more about our lineup and use our Become a Dealer page to submit your application and start the process of selling some of the lightest and best all-aluminum powersports trailers on the road.