Motorbike Rides - Buyers Guide
The enduring British love affair with the motorbike shows no sign of letting up, with interest higher than ever in two-wheeled excitement. Throughout the twentieth century to the present day, the motorbike has been the rebels’ choice of transport, with celebrities from Steve McQueen to George Clooney desperate to get on board two wheels to demonstrate their street cred.
We are well aware of the affection and appeal of the motorbike and have put together some amazing packages, which range from taking in London on a Harley Davidson through to a day at Knockhill in the company of British Superbike Champion Niall Mackenzie, at prices affordable to non-celebrities.
With its adaptability, the motorbike has numerous uses on and off road, with technology able to pack as much power onto two wheels as you'll find in the average family car.
But how much?
None of the packages cost more than £250! A trip around London or Kent in the luxury and prestige of a Harley-Davidson is priced at little more than £150, whilst a full day at the Knockhill track in Fife alongside Niall MacKenzie comes in at less than £250.
Where can I get on a motorbike?
The motorbike experiences are mainly based in the south, with the Harley-Davidson runs available in London or Kent. The off road motocross classes are in Hertfordshire, while you have to travel to the famous Knockhill circuit in Fife to enjoy the racing day with MacKenzie and friends.
Harley-Davidson run
For a little taste of luxury and style there's no other bike to compare to a Harley-Davidson easing through the streets of London or flying along in the Kent countryside. Being pictured on a Harley-Davidson was essential for any budding celebrity in the 1950's, with the magic living on to the present day with the mention of those two words certain to register even with someone who has no interest in bikes.
Settle into the pillion seat for a ride around London and experience the head-turning impact for yourself. Along the congested tourist streets you will nip in and out of traffic, drawing admiration and jealousy in equal measures! Overhear the comments as you are stopped at traffic lights and smile back as the cameras click from young and old as they get close up to the famous bike, before speeding off at the sight of the green light.
With our experienced driver in control, you can enjoy all the trimmings associated with this bike; experience the attention it grabs, which probably attracted you to this ride in the first place.
If London isn't your scene and you prefer a faster approach to life, you can hit the high notes through the Kent countryside. Enjoy the familiar roads around Dartford, Margate, Gillingham and Sevenoaks from a different perspective as your driver burns up the miles in high speed luxury. Taking in the world at a different angle on board a Harley-Davidson provides unforgettable memories, whether it's around London town or the roads of Kent.
Off Road Biking
There are two great off-road options for the motocross enthusiast, putting you and your bike to the test with both options coming in around the £200 mark for a day to remember.
Take the dirt track tour and discover the difficulties and challenges presented by muddy tyres and the occasional water challenge. After a briefing about the track and conditions, you'll be on your own to test yourself and the bike to the limit. Over a well-used track you'll experience the thrills, the climbs and the falls, the sharp bends and the sudden changes in ground conditions to test your instinct and ability in equal measure. Being out off-road on your own over a testing track focuses concentration and is likely to bring out previously untested riding.
Off road motorbike school
Enjoy the experience of an expert instructor on hand to guide you through a beginner’s day of off road biking. Learn those eye-catching dirt track techniques, how to manage your bike plunging downhill, as well as uphill, and how to ease around those tight bends. Across the bumpy woodland track you'll be called upon to manage your bike through some testing ground, but with our instructor close by, help is never too far away.
As well as testing your bike, you'll be up against other beginners, with the best new comer taking home a trophy to accompany their memories of the day.
How super is your superbike?
Enjoy an unforgettable day of speed and excitement around the famous Knockhill track in Fife in the company of three times British Superbike champion Niall MacKenzie and friends - we'll even throw in breakfast and lunch for you as well and send you home with a team picture from your exertions.
With the speed limit signs forgotten you can hit the heights; experience the same thrills and spills as the top riders and share some great tips around this fabulous track. Being able to test the speed of your bike without speed cameras is a thrill in itself, with the expertly constructed 1.3-mile track providing all that any driver or rider could wish for.
Enjoy the speeds along Hislop’s, before tackling the hairpin bend and then speeding again into another thrilling straight before discovering the demanding Seat Curves, Scotsman Corner, Butchers, John Weir Chicane and Clark's before once more getting your speed back up again along Hislop's.
Experiencing the track for itself, whilst also enjoying the coaching of a top rider, will bring a fresh dimension to your riding, as well as a greater appreciation of what is involved at the top level of the sport. Throughout the day you'll be given tips and priceless insider information on how the top riders handle the top tracks. You'll learn how to get the most out of your bike on a non-stop day, mixing learning with excitement throughout.
Location Information
Scotland: Fife (Dunfermline - Knockhill)
South East: Kent (Sidcup), London (Hyde Park)
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