Doha, September 8, 2007 - Alfardan Motorcycles Centre has opened its second showroom in addition to the existing one in Suhaim Bin Hamad Street, to showcase its wide range of two wheeled vehicles and lifestyle merchandise. The showroom, located in Khalifa Town, will include popular brands such as Ducati, KTM, and BMW Motorrad.

Mr. Robert Zarzour, Director, Motorcycles & Lifestyle Businesses, remarked, "Opening this new showroom falls in line with our long term expansion plans. This decision was largely driven by the growing popularity of biking in Qatar as well the increasing demand for bikes. We believe that a motorcycle center to cater to biking needs, lifestyle accessories, and aftersales services which is located next to the showroom has been much awaited and will be heartily welcomed."

In view of the widespread demand for motorcycles, Alfardan Motorcycles Centre and Commercialbank (Cb) have launched the first and only motorcycle loan facility in Qatar. The offer will provide customers with 100% finance and instant approval of loans. Interested applicants can also avail of competitive interest rates with installments spread over a period of 96 months. The motorcycle loan also includes attractive benefits such as a complimentary credit card package. This offer is open to customers of other banks. Islamic finance is also available to interested customers at Al Safa Bank.

Alfardan Motorcycles Centre is a part of Alfardan Automobiles which have been associated with top notch brands since the time of its inception. These brands include industry leaders such as Ducati, KTM and BMW Motorrad.

Ducati have long been known for their excellence in design and performance. From the first post-Second World War bicycle-like low-displacement motorbikes, Ducati has grown over the years into a racing giant that are consistently competitive in both the racing arena and the world motorcycle marketplace. Modern Ducatis remain among the dominant performance motorcycles available today partly because of the Desmodromic valve design, which is nearing its 50th year of use. The 2007 Ducati Apparel line includes leather jackets for men and women, clothing for men, women and children as well as a wide range of accessories.

Throughout KTM's history, they have been on the leading edge of motorcycle technology. They were the first manufacturer to produce an air-cooled four-stroke motorcycle engine for an off road motorcycle, a design which has since been replicated by all other manufacturers. Due to its successes in off-road use, the KTM has proven itself to be highly competitive in off-road motorcycle sports. The KTM has won the Dakar rally 6 times in a row since 2001 . 

BMW Motorrad is a major manufacturer of luxury motorcycles. It has always been an innovator in motorcycle designs and technology. Throughout its history, BMW Motorrad has been successful in a range of motor sport activities. BMW Motorrad has sponsored, competed and won many of the most coveted and prestigious races and motoring events.

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CONTACT DETAILS
Alfardan Motorcycles Centre: 
Email: bikemania@alfardan.com.qa 

Khalifa Town Showroom (Near Landmark)
Telephone number: +974 4870488 / +974 4865917

Suhaim Bin Hamad Street
Telephone number: +974 4463500 / +974 4477588

Media inquires please contact
Mr. Ghassan Bouz
Marketing Executive
Email: gbouz@alfardan.com.qa
Telephone number: +974 446 3500

© Press Release 2007