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Get ready to kick off the 2026 riding season in style as Triumph Unleashed arrives at local dealerships. This weekend celebrates the new and exciting Triumph model lineup machines that define performance, character, and pure riding enjoyment.
Whether you’re a seasoned rider or new to the brand, this is your chance to get up close, ask questions, and take a test ride on the bikes shaping the year ahead.
Royal Enfield is thrilled to announce three immediate dates for our popular Test Ride and Demo Days this March, with free bookable rides at Bike Shed London, Baffle Haus in Wales, and at Krazy Horse in Bury St Edmunds.
Spaces for these demo days are limited and are filling up fast. Secure your bike of choice via the booking links to secure your test ride slot. Booking times are from 10am to 4:30pm with a 30-minute lunch break.
Whether you're looking to tackle the countryside on a Himalayan 450, cruise the open road on a Super Meteor, or enjoy the streets on the Bear 650, we'll have a fleet ready for you to test.
It's the perfect opportunity to experience the latest models and maybe even take advantage of our current finance offers before they wrap up at the end of the month.
Upcoming Spring Test Ride & Demo Day Schedule with Booking Links:
Bike Shed Moto Co. 384 Old St, London, EC1V 9LT Saturday 14th March 2026 - Book your slot here.
Krazy Horse: Empire House 3 Lamdin Rd, Lark Valley Dr, Bury St Edmunds, Bury Saint Edmunds, IP32 6NU Friday 20th March 2026 - Book your slot here. Saturday 21st March 2026 - Book your slot here.
Baffle Haus: The Cedars The Cedars, Goytre, Wales, NP4 0AD Saturday 28th March 2026 - Book your slot here.
More dates will follow throughout the year.
Last Chance for Current Finance Offers
A quick reminder for all riders: our latest rewards campaign is still running, offering great incentives on new model purchases. This includes zero deposit and 0% APR Representative offers for PCP & HP deals on the Shotgun 650 and Super Meteor 650, the continuation of 0% APR Representative APP deals, and a lower rate 5.9% APR Representative PCP and HP deals for a selection of 450 and 650 models.
If you've been waiting for the right moment to join the Royal Enfield family, testing a bike before the end of March could also mean catching these deals before they expire.
We can't wait to see you on the road.
For all media enquiries, including press fleet requests, please get in touch with the Motocom team at [email protected] or call +44 (0) 1525 270100.
About Royal Enfield
The oldest motorcycle brand in continuous production, Royal Enfield has created beautifully crafted motorcycles since 1901. From its British roots, a manufacturing plant was established in Madras in 1955, a foothold from which Royal Enfield spearheaded the growth of India’s mid-sized two-wheeler segment. Royal Enfields are engaging, uncomplicated, accessible and fun to ride; a vehicle for exploration and self-expression. It’s an approach the brand calls Pure Motorcycling.
Royal Enfield’s premium line-up includes Bear 650, Classic 650, Guerrilla 450 modern roadster, Hunter 350, Meteor 350, Super Meteor 650, Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 twins, the Shotgun 650, the new Himalayan adventure tourer, the Scram 440 ADV Crossover, the iconic Bullet 350, Classic 350 and Goan Classic 350. The company recently unveiled its new city+ motorcycle brand – the Flying Flea – a fresh take on urban mobility, blending authentic design with advanced technology.
Riders and a passionate community are fostered with a rich profusion of events at a local, regional and international level. Most notable are Motoverse (previously Rider Mania), an annual gathering of thousands of Royal Enfield enthusiasts in Goa, and Himalayan Odyssey; a yearly pilgrimage over some of the toughest terrain and highest mountain passes.
A division of Eicher Motors Limited, Royal Enfield operates through more than 2000 stores across all major cities and towns in India and through nearly 850 stores in more than 60 countries around the globe. Royal Enfield also has two world-class technical centres, in Bruntingthorpe, UK, and in Chennai, India. The company’s two state-of-the-art production facilities are located at Oragadam and Vallam Vadagal, near Chennai. Across the world, Royal Enfield has six modern CKD assembly facilities in Bangladesh, Nepal, Brazil, Thailand, Argentina and Colombia.
Indian Motorcycle continues its momentum into 2026 with the appointment of Oakmere Motorcycles to the official dealer network as Indian Motorcycle Cheshire. Signing with Indian Motorcycle UK during MCL25, Oakmere will expand rider support into the North West of England as a full-service dealership offering new and used sales, test rides, servicing, maintenance, apparel, and accessories.
The new partnership enables Oakmere to offer Indian Motorcycle’s full line of cruisers, baggers and tourers to customers across the North West. With this addition, Indian Motorcycle continues to strengthen its presence in the UK market and reinforce its commitment to supporting customers with accessible, high-quality retail and aftersales services.
“We’ve been actively working towards expanding the network in the North and North West, and, with Jonathan and the Oakmere team, we’ve found a great partner to represent the brand and to work with us in supporting and building the Indian Motorcycle family and community in this important region,” said Jim Clarke, Regional Director – Central Europe for Indian Motorcycle.
Jonathan Jarratt, Managing Director of Oakmere MotorCycles, said, “We’re delighted to welcome Indian Motorcycle into the Oakmere Motorcycles family. This partnership is about more than adding a premium brand, it’s about embracing a legacy of adventure, craftsmanship, and community. Our goal is to create a space where riders can experience that Indian Motorcycle passion firsthand, whether it’s through demo rides, exploring accessories and apparel, or simply connecting with fellow riders. We can’t wait to be part of the Indian Motorcycle journey.”
Oakmere Motorcycles, situated in the heart of Cheshire, has long been established as one of the premier family-owned motor groups in the North West of England. Established in 1978 as a Lotus specialist, the group has expanded to other specialist and premium brands, making them an ideal partner for Indian Motorcycle.
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE CHESHIRE
Oakmere Motorcycles, Brook Garage, The Village, Prestbury, Macclesfield SK10 4AL
Welcoming Motorrad customers with immediate effect, the Motorrad product range sits within the existing Blackpool BMW Centre, where dedicated Lloyd BMW Motorrad staff will be on hand for new and approved-used bike sales, finance and insurance, parts and garment sales, and all servicing enquiries.
Paulo Alves, Head of BMW Motorrad UK commented: “We are very pleased to be welcoming Lloyd in Blackpool to the BMW Motorrad family. As a current BMW Centre, they are perfectly placed to provide a premium experience to both new and existing BMW Motorrad customers, and are vital to strengthening our presence in the North West of England, in what is a very exciting time to join BMW Motorrad.”
Lloyd Blackpool Head of Business, Mark Powell, said: “We are absolutely thrilled to officially open Lloyd BMW Motorrad Blackpool and bring the full BMW Motorrad experience to riders across Blackpool, the Fylde Coast and beyond. As an authorised BMW Motorrad retailer, our focus is on offering exceptional products, expert advice, and a customer experience that reflects our passion for the brand and the riding community. Whether you’re browsing the latest BMW motorcycles, looking at approved used options, or seeking top-tier servicing and support, our dedicated team is here to support riders at every stage of their journey. We look forward to welcoming both long-time BMW enthusiasts and new riders through our doors.”
Lloyd BMW Motorrad will operate from their existing Blackpool BMW Car Centre, while plans are underway to develop the site and open a separate BMW Motorrad showroom in the near future.
Located at Whitehills Business Park, Lytham St Annes Way, Blackpool, FY4 5PQ, customers can view opening hours and book an appointment at:
To make it even easier for customers to put a new motorcycle in the garage this winter and prepare for the forthcoming spring, Suzuki has dropped the prices of a number of key models in its range, via a healthy dealer contribution.
Suzuki dealers will be offering a £1,000 deposit contribution on the GSX-S1000GT+ sports tourer, and the GSX-8T and GSX-8TT modern retros. There will also be a £300 contribution from authorised Suzuki retailers on the GSX-8S middleweight naked.
As a result, the £1,000 contribution reduces the OTR price of the GSX-S1000GT+ – complete with its standard-fit 36-litre panniers – to just £11,999. The 8TT drops to £8,999, and the 8TT to £8,599. The £300 contribution to the 8S makes it £7,999 OTR. The new OTR prices are available to both finance and cash buyers.
The 8T and 8TT pack Suzuki’s award-winning 776cc parallel twin engine into retro-inspired packages; the 8T takes inspiration from Suzuki’s T500, while the 8TT is a clear nod to the GS1000S. Along with the 8S, they feature a bi-directional quickshifter as standard and a choice of power modes and traction control settings. The punchy, torque-laden motor is wrapped in a steel frame with a separate bolt-on subframe.
All four models are also currently included in Suzuki’s offer of free heated grips, which runs until the end of January 2026, and all come with up-to-10-year-warranty.
The price reduction further underlines Suzuki’s commitment to making it easier for customers to plan ahead and own a new motorcycle ready for the season ahead, following the reduction of its rate of finance on several other models in the range.
