For those unfamilier with the January Vegas Auction scene, it's the largest of the year with every bike brand (and then some) represented, including Ducati. This year three different auction houses, Mid America, and Auctions America by RM and Bonhams, will be vying for business, add this seminar and it's the perfect winter motorcycle entertainment break.

From Auctions America: "A group of the world’s leading experts in collectible motorcycles, including two members of the American Motorcycle Association (AMA) Hall of Fame, will share their wisdom at an exclusive market seminar presented by Auctions America by RM its debut Las Vegas Premier Motorcycle event, Jan. 12–14, 2012.

Hosted by well-known motorcycle guru and SPEED commentator Dave Despain, the one-hour seminar will be held in the main auction arena at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino on Saturday, Jan. 14, at 9 a.m. PDT. A continuing part of Auctions America’s educational series, the panel discussion will focus on the passion that drives the motorcycle hobby, including the continuing popularity of motorcycles as collectibles, as well as explore market trends and predictions for the 2012 auction season. The session will conclude with an interactive Q&A with the audience.

Read more: http://www.motorcycleclassics.com/blacksidedown/classic-bike-auction-values.aspx#ixzz1fxCXzM00" .........