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The 2023 edition of the Indian Riders Fest 2023 ( IRF23 ), held in České Budějovice ( Budweis ), Czech Republic , June 9-11 , proved to be the largest celebration of Indian Motorcycle owners in the world . With a record-breaking attendance of over 3000 people from 39 nationalities , this year ' s event solidified its position as the most significant congregation of Indian Motorcycle enthusiasts globally .
One of the highlights of the festival was the huge Saturday parade ride , led by King of the Baggers Champion , Tyler O ’ Hara , where 1500 motorcycles took to the beautiful South Bohemian roads to be welcomed by waving and smiling onlookers along the entire 39 km route . Even with the event open to riders of all makes , nearly 1350 of the participating motorcycles were Indian Motorcycle models , topping last year ’ s number of 1200 . Making the parade possible , the organisers were supported by the local authorities with nearly 120 Police personnel and 26 mobile units helping to close junctions and hold traffic along the route for the parade to pass smoothly . In addition , six bus routes were cancelled or re-routed for the day to allow the riders to make their way to the Přemysl Otakar II square at the end of the parade . The final gathering providing a spectacular photo opportunity as the Indian Motorcycle Riders groups laid their flags in the centre of the historic square surrounded by their motorcycles .
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