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Visitors at the ABR festival and Heritage Sprint event will get the chance to sample motorcycle trail riding and benefit from the expert tuition of Phoenix Trails coaches for free – all included in the event ticket price.
Phoenix Trails normally offers trail riding coaching at its iconic UK location in Salisbury Plain, the Peak District, the West Pennines and Kent at a cost of £299 for a full day, but the team also attends two selected summer events where visitors can have a free taster session to discover the joys of riding motorcycles on legal green lanes. The sessions are only offered at the ABR festival and Heritage Sprint event, so this is a rare chance to get a free taste of trail riding.
The taster sessions offer an introduction into trail riding for anyone with a valid motorcycle licence, covering the basic skills needed to control motorcycles on loose surfaces that you would normally encounter on a trail ride. In addition, the team will be on hand to discuss all aspects of trail riding, from where you are allowed to ride to essential kit and bike considerations. It’s the easiest way to dip your toe into this fantastic way of exploring the path less travelled.
At the Heritage Sprint event, Phoenix is also teaming up with Claire Jones and holding workshops on the psychology of riding. This is another freebie for event ticket holders, and offers great insights into how to overcome psychological barriers to your riding.
Phoenix Trails free trail riding tasters take place at the ABR festival at Ragley Hall, Warwickshire, on 26–28 June, and Heritage Sprint at Betteshanger Park, Kent, on 8–9 August.
For more information about Phoenix Trails, visit www.phoenixtrails.co.uk
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Saturday 4th July 2026
- From classic racers to modern superbikes – over 100 motorcycles battling for top honours on the iconic hill climb course
- Charity Ride-In with Steve "Stavros" Parrish supporting Midlands Air Ambulance
- Legendary race bikes, movie motorcycles and iconic Triumphs
- Star guests including Charley Boorman and Steve Parrish
- NEW for 2026: KICKBACK custom culture showcase
- Limited competition entries still available
- Live music, bikes, banter and more!
Bike Bonanza Returns with Charity Ride-In, Racing Legends and Rare Machines
With less than a month to go, anticipation is building for Bike Bonanza as Shelsley Walsh prepares to welcome hundreds of riders, enthusiasts and spectators for a thrilling celebration of two-wheeled action on Saturday 4 July.
Bringing together famous riders, legendary machines and more than 100 motorcycles tackling the iconic hill, Bike Bonanza is far more than a static bike show. From classic racers and historic machinery to modern superbikes and championship contenders, expect full-throttle competition throughout the day, culminating in the traditional run-offs where the fastest riders battle for overall honours. Away from the hill, visitors can enjoy star guests, parade runs, live music and special displays.
LEGENDARY BIKES IN ACTION
Plus, an eclectic line-up of demonstration bikes confirmed includes:
ðŸï¸ Adventurer and TV presenter Charley Boorman to make his Shelsley debut aboard the 1973 BMW R75/5 from his latest journey with Ewan McGregor in Long Way Home.
ðŸï¸ David Jefferies' 2003 Suzuki GSX-R1000, alongside his 2002 Vertemati SR570 British Supermoto Championship machine.
ðŸï¸ Cal Crutchlow's 2006 Northpoint Racing Ekerold Honda CBR600RR, ridden at Shelsley by his father, Derek Crutchlow.
ðŸï¸ James Toseland's first Honda CBR600 World Superbike and the iconic Old Spice Ducati 916 British Superbike.
ðŸï¸ A rare Scitsu MBA125 Championship contender, with original builder and team manager Nick Carpenter on hand to tell its story.
ðŸï¸ Alex Lowes' 2014 Suzuki GSX-R1000, built by the Crescent Suzuki World Superbike Team to promote its 2014 Voltcom and Fixi sponsorship campaign.
ðŸï¸ The Peter Ottl Bakker-ROTAX 125cc GP machine that competed in the 1991 Grand Prix series.
ðŸï¸ Adrian Archibald's 2003 TAS Suzuki Supersport 600, raced during one of the standout seasons of his road racing career.
ðŸï¸ A beautifully restored 1975 Bultaco Frontera Enduro paying tribute to Steve McQueen.
ðŸï¸ The RAF Regular and Reserve Team's championship machines in distinctive RAF colours.
And these are no museum pieces, every machine will fire up and run during the day. |
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| Photo courtesy of Motorcycle News |
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FAMOUS MOVIE BIKES – MEET DICK SHEPHERD
World-renowned Triumph collector Dick Shepherd to bring an extraordinary collection of famous motorcycles to Shelsley Walsh, many of which will be seen and heard in action.
Highlights include the James Bond Scrambler 1200 from No Time To Die, the Street Triple 765 from The Hitman's Bodyguard, the Triumph Scrambler featured in Jurassic World, and the legendary T100 that carried Buddy Elmore from 54th place to victory in the 1966 Daytona 200.
Expect a few surprises too. |
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NEW FOR 2026 – KICKBACK COMES TO SHELSLEY
Bike Bonanza welcomes a selection of machines from the acclaimed KICKBACK Show, bringing a fresh dose of custom culture to the hill.
From Slingshot hardtail choppers and one-off handcrafted specials to the World's Fastest Motorised Wheelbarrow, capable of an astonishing 52.58mph, expect the unexpected.
Visitors can also meet the team behind KICKBACK, including founder Lorne Cheetham, and pick up the latest edition of KICKBACK Magazine from the paddock stand. For more information on the magazine and future shows, visit kickbackshow.com |
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CHARITY RIDE FOR MIDLANDS AIR AMBULANCE RETURNS
Event ambassador Steve ‘Stavros’ Parrish to lead a special charity ride-in supporting the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.
Starting at M5 Strensham Services, riders will enjoy a scenic route to Shelsley Walsh before taking part in a parade run up the famous hill. The ride includes event entry, priority parking and a hill run, with £3 from every rider donated directly to the charity. Pre-booking is essential. Complimentary refreshments on the ride courtesy of The Red Lion. |
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MOTORCYCLE CLUBS WELCOME
Bike Bonanza is the perfect day out for clubs, with free club stand space, discounted entry, forward parking and easy registration — members simply book individually.
To register a club, please contact: [email protected]
We're delighted to welcome the Vintage Motor Cycle Club, whose members will bring a fascinating collection of pioneer machines to the hill, including a 1926 New Imperial Light Tourist Trophy Model, a 1913 Douglas horizontal twin and a 1928 Indian 101 Scout. |
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WANT TO COMPETE? LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE – ENTER NOW
Fancy taking on Shelsley Walsh yourself? Limited competition entries are available for motorcycles, sidecars and Morgan 3 Wheelers. Join the action and compete alongside the UK's leading hill climb riders. Pre-booking required. ACU day licences available.
ACU day licences available. Pre-booking required: [email protected] |
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TRADE STANDS
Sell bikes, parts or services?
With over 5,000 passionate bike fans expected, Bike Bonanza offers excellent exposure.
Trade pitches from just £40. Perfect for parts, accessories and service providers. |
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Visitor Information
Saturday 4th July 2026
Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb, Worcestershire, WR6 6RP
Event open from 9.00am - 5.30pm
Tickets:
- Advance tickets £20.00, Gate price: £22.00
- Under 16s free
- Registered Bike Club tickets: £15.00
- Spectator camping from £10.00
- MAC MEMBERS GO FREE
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Bike Bonanza is a ‘Must Do’ day out for all motorcycling enthusiasts.
The event proudly supports the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.www.bike-bonanza.com
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Official dealer Indian Motorcycle Poole (Moore Speed Racing) will be attending Dorset Bikefest, now in its third year and taking place from 19–21 June at Wooders Campsite, Wareham.
On Saturday 20th June visitors will have the opportunity to test ride a variety of the latest Indian Motorcycle models along the naturally beautiful Dorset coastline. A fleet of demo motorcycles will be available to both view and ride, including the all-new and prestigious 2026 Chief Vintage, alongside models from the Scout, Chief, and PowerPlus lineups.
Colin Moore, Director of Moore Speed Racing, commented ahead of this year’s Dorset Bikefest: “We’re delighted to be returning for the third consecutive year. Dorset Bikefest is a fantastic event, and we’ll be on site throughout the weekend. Visitors will have the opportunity to try the 2026 model range for size exclusively on Saturday 20th June, which is a brilliant showcase of what Indian Motorcycle has to offer. It’s always a pleasure to be part of such a family-friendly event and to support a truly worthy cause.”
Free test rides are available throughout Saturday 20 June and can be booked via: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/indian-motorcycle-poole-dorset-bike-fest-tickets-1988554557211?aff=oddtdtcreator
Test ride models will include:
Scout 101
Scout Bobber Sixty – Black
Scout Classic
Super Scout
Sport Chief RT
Chief DH – Sunset Red Smoke
Chief Bobber MY26
Super Chief DH
Chieftain Dark Horse Black Smoke
Chief Vintage Black
Chieftain 112
Dorset Bikefest is a family-friendly festival with a charitable twist. Launched in 2024 and now in its third year, the event is dedicated to raising funds for the DocBike charity.
Live music kicks off the festivities on Friday evening, followed by a packed schedule of activities throughout the weekend. There is something for everyone, including test rides, demonstrations, educational talks, workshops and a variety of trade stands to explore plus a dedicated kids’ entertainment area.
Attendees can bring their own tents or opt for a little luxury with glamping options in the family-friendly camping area. To keep you fully fueled, there is delicious street food on offer alongside local ciders, ales, alcohol-free beverages and soft drinks. It’s a fantastic family affair set in the heart of the beautiful Dorset countryside.
Event Details
Event Name: Dorset Bikefest
Dates: 19-21 June 2026
Gates Open: From 3pm on Friday, 19 June
Location: Wooders Campsite, Sugar Hill, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 7NN
Tickets: Available now at https://dorsetbikefest.com/to-book-tickets
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Germany’s Motorrad Bläsing takes top honours with their custom Shotgun 650 build - SHAAN
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Six elite European dealer builds debuted at London's Tobacco Dock following a gruelling six-month build process
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The competition highlights the ultimate customisability of Royal Enfield’s twin-cylinder platform and the creativity of its dealers
Royal Enfield, the global leader in the mid-size motorcycle segment, has officially crowned the winner of season two of the European ‘Busted Knuckles Build Off’ (BKBO). Following an intense weekend of public voting and expert judging at the spectacular Bike Shed Show in London (May 22nd–24th, 2026), Germany’s Motorrad Bläsing emerged victorious, capturing the top prize, a trip to Royal Enfield’s Motoverse event in Goa, India, for their extraordinary interpretation of the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650.
The competition, designed exclusively for Royal Enfield’s dealers and taking place for the second time in Europe, challenged builders to showcase their creative engineering, bespoke design, and artistic expression utilising a £5,000 customisation subsidy from the motorcycle manufacturer. Out of many concept proposals from Royal Enfield dealers across Europe, only six designs from six different countries were selected to be transformed into physical reality.
The six finalists went head-to-head with an impressive display around Tobacco Dock’s ‘Dockside bandstand’, the feature represented the absolute pinnacle of European motorcycle craftsmanship:
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Germany: Motorrad Bläsing (Winner)
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UK: Krazy Horse
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France: KS Motorcycles
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Italy: Royal Enfield Rivera
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Czech Republic: Vintage Garage Prague
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Portugal: Unik Edition
For the team at Motorrad Bläsing, the victory is a historic back-to-back triumph following their success with the "Beach Cruiser" in 2023’s inaugural edition of the BKBO. However, bringing this year's winning Shotgun 650, SHAAN, to life pushed the German builders to their absolute limits. Reflecting on the gruelling process and the emotional win, Thomas Bläsing of Motorrad Bläsing shared:
Finishing that bike was an absolute whirlwind—we worked on it until the very last minute, and the stress even gave me nightmares about unfinished wiring for days after. It is easily the most complex project we’ve ever built together, but seeing the reaction from the Bike Shed crowd made every sleepless night worth it. The warmth, appreciation, and deep respect for bike culture in the UK was unlike anything I've experienced back home, and I'm still processing how incredible it felt.
The final decision was determined by a combination of physical votes cast by thousands of attendees at the Bike Shed Show, and a panel of renowned custom motorcycle builders and senior Royal Enfield designers. As the grand prize winner, Motorrad Bläsing has won an all-expenses-paid trip to Royal Enfield’s legendary Motoverse festival in Goa, India, later this year.
Speaking on the success of the campaign, Adrian Sellers, Head - Custom & Motorsport at Royal Enfield, commented:
It made perfect sense for the final display of Europe’s second BKBO to take place at the Bike Shed Show, an event dedicated to celebrating the creativity, craftsmanship, and culture surrounding motorcycles.
It was a true privilege for attendees to see the finest work from Royal Enfield’s dealer network take center stage across the event, showcasing each dealer's unique imagination and skillset as they interpreted the possibilities of the Shotgun 650 so differently. Each of the final motorbikes had its own distinct character and beautifully reflected its builder's creativity, resulting in a display of truly diverse custom builds.
For enthusiasts who want to see the blood, sweat, and tears behind these incredible machines, the "documentary-style" episodic edits for each dealer are currently airing across Royal Enfield’s official social media channels, with a wrap-up video to come.
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BMW Motorrad UK is launching a new premium summer riding event, the BMW Motorrad Make Life A Ride Day, at the iconic Donington Park on 16 July.
The event will combine road riding, track experiences, and access to the latest BMW motorcycle range - all within a dedicated BMW Motorrad environment. Designed to bring together the BMW Motorrad community, the event will celebrate the shared passion for all forms of motorcycling.
Unlike a traditional track day, the BMW Make Life A Ride Day has been thoughtfully developed to offer a more refined and accessible experience, giving riders the opportunity to enjoy both road riding, track riding, or both, in a relaxed setting and alongside fellow BMW owners.
Throughout the day, attendees will be able to book up to two places on the BMW Motorrad road demo experience, featuring 15 motorcycles from the latest range. Riders will be able to experience new models including the R 1300 RT, R 12 G/S, R 1300 R and R 1300 RS, alongside BMW Motorrad’s renowned GS range.
Each road ride demo will follow a curated route led by experienced ride guides, allowing customers to fully experience the latest in performance and technology of the BMW Motorrad product range.
Alongside time on the road, riders will also have the unique opportunity to experience the legendary Donington Park circuit with the BMW Motorrad Performance Academy. Riders can experience the track via a range of 28 dedicated BMW Motorrad performance machines on offer at the Academy, including the F 900 R, S 1000 R, and S 1000 RR.
Designed to deliver a more personal and premium track environment, sessions will be intentionally less crowded than a conventional track day and led by professional instructors to maximise rider confidence and enjoyment. The BMW Motorrad Performance Academy track experience will be available at £859, giving participants access to expert instruction using the latest in helmet communications and video analysis all while aboard BMW Motorrad performance motorcycles at one of the UK’s legendary circuits.
For those riders looking to use their own BMW motorcycle on track, further track activity will be available for £235, with five track sessions throughout the day for each group. In addition, riders can book a two-to-one instructor-led track session during the day for £65, combining an introduction to the Donington Park circuit with personalised coaching from professional instructors designed to build confidence and enhance on-track riding technique.
Scott Grimsdall, Head of Marketing & PR at BMW Motorrad UK, commented: “The BMW Make Life A Ride Day has been created to offer owners something genuinely unique - a premium experience that brings together the very best aspects of the BMW Motorrad brand in one location. From guided road rides on our latest models to professionally-led track instruction at Donington Park and track sessions for riders to use their own BMW machinery, the day is designed to give customers an unforgettable riding experience in a welcoming and inspirational environment.”
For further details and booking information please visit:
www.bmwmotorrad-performanceacademy.com/categories/make-life-a-ride-day
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