Classic Motorcycle Mecca — Attraction in Invercargill City

One of the top motorcycle museums around it will be even better when the Japanese section is completed. In the main street of Invercargill in New Zealand. It has probably the best collections of the Britten motorcycle in the world as they have the early Cardinal model two of. Very extensive collection of British bikes. Large collection,but no not the biggest as they claim, of Brough Superiors. The best collection in the world is that of Jay Leno who bought the entire Robert White Collection in the UK when Robert was diagnosed with cancer. The Motorcycle Mecca is spread over a number of buildings and floors so not crowded. The best admission is a Turbo Pass. Seniors get a discounted rate. They also have a cafe which can be accessed without museum admission and is very popular especially over the February Burt Munro challenge. During that time the area out front is designated for Motorcycle parking only. There is also a gift shop but a bit expensive in all areas but does have a good...

Fantastic collection of all forms and historical ages of motorcycles and the like on two levels. Ancient but quaint old lift allowed me access to the upper level with my disability. I'm surprised they don't find themselves having to clean up drool off the floor from all the delighted motorcycle enthusiasts visiting. I found it just as fascinating watching the reactions of the visitors as I did looking at the exhibits. There is a hands on interactive display and two hands on photo opportunities, as naturally all exhibits are no touchy no feely. A must see when visiting Invercargill. The only pitfall was the 60 minute metered parking preventing us from parking close for my disability. We had to park half a city block away around the corner and walk there on slopes footpaths which are difficult for me. Nothing on Queenstown...

No doubt about the awesomeness of the collection on show and big ups for the wheelchair access. Bathroom facilities impressive. Shame that our 4 year old was charged $20 entry, the place covered in dust, the bar upstairs empty and closed and only half of the interactive bikes were working. We believe we were overcharged for our experience at $70 for the three of us. This place could be so amazing. Don't think we'd come back again to see it though...

Edit added: I think I see whats happening now - renovation and extensions. Explains dust and non-functional areas. Perhaps a reduced entry rate or explanation before admission would be helpful during this time for future customers so there's no sense of...