Cooperb Motorcycles, Northants, England - Royal Enfield proudly announces its first ‘Journey, Destination, Memories’ (JDM) event, taking place on the 3rd of July at Cooperb Motorcycles. Kicking off a summer of special JDM events, customers can learn more about the Royal Enfield Custom project, take a test ride, and for this Cooperb event, join the team on a ride out for dinner and drinks at Brewpoint.

Running alongside the brand’s renowned Global Riders community events, the JDM programme offers riders a unique insight into the Royal Enfield Custom Team, where many of the renowned and unique machines showcased at events like BikeShed are conceived.

On top of this, riders attending the Cooperb event get to freely experience the Shotgun 650 and Super Meteor on the open flowing roads of Northamptonshire, with coffee and refreshments provided throughout the day. Cooperb Motorcycles are also offering the chance to ride the special ‘Wayward Edition’ Shotgun fitted with accessories, and a chat with the Custom Team may give you some ideas on designing your own ride!

Royal Enfield UK Marketing Manager, Becky Blackmore, commented

“JDM events aim to offer our riders a real insight into the passion behind everything we do. We are nothing without our global community. Being able to host events like this—where riders can learn more about the Custom Team and then hit the road together—is a fantastic opportunity for us all. We can’t wait to meet and ride with everyone who joins us.”

Test ride slots will run from 11:30am to 4pm, giving riders the chance to explore some of Northamptonshire’s best A and B roads aboard Royal Enfield’s Shotgun 650 and Super Meteor. The Custom Team will be due to arrive in the afternoon ahead of the evening JDM event, and riders are more than welcome to join them for a brew before setting off on a test ride.

The event also includes an exclusive introduction from the Royal Enfield Custom Team, with a specially commissioned custom build on display, before the group ride to Brewpoint for dinner and drinks, bringing the event to a memorable close.

A total of 50 slots will be available and can be booked here: Royal Enfield UK Riders Club

Royal Enfield Rider Club members will also receive an email invitation to this and future JDM events.

Ben, the automotive industry charity, is asking for the automotive community to support a family who are set to be filmed on DIY SOS in July. Ben is appealing for volunteers and donations to help bring a family’s beloved 13‑year‑old son, Dan Flemen, home.

Dan, who was an active and sociable teenager, started experiencing flu-like symptoms in November 2022. His life was irrevocably changed when his symptoms worsened, he became dizzy and was rushed to Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. There, he was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Following emergency surgery, he suffered a stroke and now faces severe disabilities - he is non-verbal, can’t sit unaided, needs night-time ventilation support and requires 24‑hour care.

Since his diagnosis on 6th November 2022, Dan has been unable to return home, remaining hospitalised for over two and a half years as his family struggles with the day-to-day reality of living apart. Dan’s mother, Julie, has been living in hospital accommodation to be by his side, while his father, Nigel, who works for APL vehicle services, and two sisters travel over 50 miles from Freckleton, Lancashire to be with them.

Dan was an active and sociable teenager, a Cub and Scout, school council member, church volunteer, sports enthusiast, palaeontology buff and Manchester City supporter. Though non-verbal, he responds to familiar faces with smiles, and recent small improvements in his condition have given renewed hope. Dan is known in his local area as a cheerful, sociable and ambitious teenager.

The family home is not currently wheelchair-friendly and doesn’t have the space to accommodate Dan’s complex needs. To bring Dan back home, they need:

• A private, accessible bedroom
• Adapted bathroom
• Facilities for full-time care
• Social space to reconnect with family and friends.

The renovation costs are far beyond the family's means. The family will appear on the BBC’s DIY SOS series, with filming scheduled in Freckleton, Lancashire, from 16th-23rd July. The show will contribute to the work. However, contributions and volunteers are still vital.

Get involved - help bring Dan home

• Volunteers and tradespeople
  DIY SOS invites general volunteers for decorating, but also skilled electricians, plumbers, decorators, joiners, and suppliers of materials to support the team between 16th-23rd July. To offer support, contact: [email protected].
  
  
• Financial support
  Every donation brings Dan closer to a home that meets his needs: https://www.gofundme.com/f/DanFlemen

Nigel Flemen, Dan’s dad, said: “Our little family has always been very close, and the thought that Dan may never be able to come home is something we can’t consider or think about, it’s too devastating. That’s why we are asking for help. Dan needs to come home, where he belongs, with all of his family. We feel this would aid his recovery, mental health and quality of life.

“We are reaching out for help because we believe in the power of community. With your support, we can transform our home into a place where Dan can be surrounded by the love and care he needs and deserves. Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to bringing Dan home. Thank you.”

When any member of our automotive family is struggling or in crisis, we all rally to support them.

Originally started by a family team in Dorset, Riderr is now available nationwide offering a wide range of accessories, allowing consumers an enhanced choice when it comes to garage essentials. 

The diverse product range includes: tool kits, handlebar chargers, heated grips, motorcycle covers, locks and paddock stands. There are also cleaning products and brush sets - and even a Bluetooth communicator. 

With its bold black and yellow branding, the Riderr brand is easy to find and stands out in dealers and, thanks to distribution from Nevis Marketing, the range can now be found in dealers across the UK and Ireland. 

The first ‘drop’ of 45 products is available in dealers now with the product range being expanded with more items added throughout the year. 

Chris Crutwell, Co-founder of Riderr, comments: “The whole team at Riderr feels strongly about increasing the choice for customers and encouraging them to visit their local dealers. We have a strong background in a brick-and-mortar retail store and want to help support the sense of community that they offer.

"Working with Nevis, we've grown our range for the national launch and have some great new additions coming later this year too. We want to grow our brand together to create something very special."

Managing Director of Nevis Marketing, Scott Empson adds: “Everyone at Nevis is thrilled to partner with Riderr, an exciting new brand in the motorcycle accessories market. 

“Over the past several months, we’ve worked closely with the Riderr team to develop their launch collection, and we share their determination and passion to make this brand a lasting success. Riderr brings a fresh dimension to the Nevis portfolio, offering our dealers greater diversity, innovation, and enhanced choice for consumers.”

To see the full product range, visit www.nevis.uk.com.

ALEX MARQUEZ #73
“Today the pace at the front was very similar, but Marc was stronger in the last chicane and in the first corner, which didn’t allow me to get close enough to have a shot. The third sector, where I was stronger, wasn’t the ideal part of the track for overtaking so we must ‘settle’ with this podium. I’m 90% satisfied, tomorrow we’ll try again with a special focus on the start.”
 
FERMIN ALDEGUER #54
“Today was a long and intense day. I had a good feeling this morning and was fast with used tyres. We ended up in Q1 almost by mistake, as I got stuck in traffic during my time attack. The sprint went quite well, but we’re losing too much in the opening laps. We need to understand how to improve in this area, especially with regards to the sprint.”