There were lots of new bikes for 2002, in special several new cruisers. We were mostly impressed with the new and revised Yamaha R1, the FZ1 and the brand new Suzuki V-Strom (see more pictures below).   

The BMW's were also very impressive, including the F650 GS, which I like more everytime I look at it (It reminds me the KTM Duke II 640 LC4 - which regrettably was not present at the show). 

Kawasaki did not have anything actually "new", but showed quality motorcycles as usual. 

Ducati: Always great and exciting bikes. The legendary Ducati MH900e racer replica is not just a motorcycle, it is also an art... and  I wish I could have one parked in the middle of my living room...  

Honda had the brand the new "naked" CB900 with that "brilliant" color... Probably next year Honda will bring the CB900 in Bright Silver to pick up any lost sales. It has the usual Honda quality, and I liked the exhaust under the seat (Ducati Style). 

Aprilia's stand was not exactly outstanding, as it was small and crowded; but, nevertheless, the bikes were outstanding ! 
Aprilia did not have any 250 racing bike in their stand and suggested me to see one other stand that had one in display.  

Aprilia's representative said they did not bring a 250 bike because it was not a street legal bike.  
I wonder if he knew that the Aprilia 250 is becoming perhaps one of the most popular 250 racing bikes in the US and that there would be racers attending the Cycle World Show in NYC and chances were that these same racers would like to see and enjoy the 250 at Aprilia's stand.  

Moto Guzzi:  Hey guys, bring new bikes to the show; or at least bring the used bikes clean and spotless. 

Indian: That cheesy looking plastic indian head on top of the front fender... hmmm... and it even lights up at night ! 
Well, it just looked cheesy to me, but overall the bikes looked really nice. 

Harley Davidson: Their brand new fuel injected bike and the usual HD stuff. 

Bike Videos sold at the show:  Higher prices every year. This year I did not buy any video as I do every year, as prices were kind of to the expensive side, besides they did not have the 2001 500GP tape yet. 
Other bike stuff sold at the show (Gloves, Helmet, etc.): I have seen mail order cheaper.  Zaki was reluctant to buy his winter gloves at the show. 
Food: Three hours of show and half hour of "healthy" food. I just think I ate too much. 

The show was fun and I already look forward to the 2003 show.  Hopefully next time with the whole Classic Bikes team.