How Long?

We love living in Norfolk. Did you realise that it's one of the few counties that isn't crossed by motorway? We have some great local roads to ride on though and lots to explore. 

However, if we want to go further afield, we can soon link up to motorway in order to travel countrywide. But did you know that in medieval times it was actually quicker to travel from Norfolk to Amsterdam, than it was from Norwich to London? At that time it took four days to get to London, but only one to sail to Amsterdam.

Over the years the journey time to London got shorter - only two days by the mid eighteenth century and a mere seven hours by the nineteenth.

Luckily today we don't have to make the journey by cart or stagecoach, but can take to the road on our trusty motorcycles. Whatever your preferred machine pop into the Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Centre for a full service, or to view our range of new and used bikes.

For more information on these or other products, speak to Dave Barkshire on: 01603 722800 or you can e-mail us at: info@davebarkshire.com

Hit the Dirt Enduro Track Open this Weekend

The track is again open this weekend, Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th of May with its new layout and the support of the Forestry Commission. The team have been working on the track layout that will rise well for the upcoming weekends. info@davebarkshire.com to book!

Hit The Dirt is Norfolk's premiere off-road, Enduro practice track situated at Swaffham just off the A47 and is described by riders as "awesome", "great" and "wicked fun". We're pleased to offer both the senior/ main and junior/ beginner tracks in a great forest setting, which provide a great challenge and endless enjoyment. There is a handy refreshment area where you can purchase a variety of hot and cold food and drinks. So now you can make a day of it, ride the tracks, meet up with friends and enjoy some refreshment!  

At Hit The Dirt, we're proud to be associated with the Auto-Cycle Union (ACU), the top organisation for motorcycle sport, and the complete professionalism of the Forestry Commission, who do such a great job managing our woodlands across the country.  

We love to hear your thoughts and experience of our popular off-road practice track, so get in touch and see you there!  

To book your place, send the following details: Name, number or Bike/Van registration you are arriving at the track in. Regards Dave, Phone: 01603 722800

Delivering New Riders

Since the start of the year, we have trained and delivered new riders through our Training School and we are very proud to have supported these motorcyclists of the future.

Those of us from a certain era were born to ride, but these days there is a reduction in the take up of two wheels, so we are doing our bit to make sure they enjoy motorcycles as much as us, but with much better training than we had.

Our off-road track near Swaffham, Hit the Dirt has also been an invaluable training ground for both enduro racers and beginners alike, with another new year of riding development despite being closed a couple of times due to the recent weather. 

Some recent photos of our new Training School riders and new bike owners at the Rackheath showroom (above).

We look forward to welcoming you to the Showroom, the Training School or Hit the Dirt. To find out more on these or other products speak to Dave Barkshire on: 01603 722800 or e-mail us at: info@davebarkshire.com

MOT Bay Latest

It has been a busy week in the MOT Bay Latest, 22nd March

Here is a couple of very clean example that passed with flying colours. For all MOT bookings and service work contact via email or phone -

For more information on these products, speak to Dave Barkshire on: 01603 722800 or you can e-mail us at: info@davebarkshire.com

Coming Soon

Soon arriving in our showroom will be the new 2024 SHERCO range along with other key brands.

Sherco is a French motorcycle manufacturer, who specialises in off-road motorbikes. Sherco are best known for their extremely popular trials bikes, along with their recent Enduro and Supermoto bikes.

For more information on these products, speak to Dave Barkshire on: 01603 722800 or you can e-mail us at: info@davebarkshire.com

New Challenge for Us

The beginning of 2023 saw new customers take delivery of their bikes along with our loyal customers treating themselves to new motocross, enduro and road bikes. The summer warmth really encouraged the road riding and many of our bikes have been across Europe and beyond, exploring the Alps, South America and numerous foreign roads. As we see every year, riders move back towards the dirt in autumn when there is mud and puddles on the trails.

This year we have trained and delivered an unprecedented number of new riders through our Training School and we are very proud to have supported these motorcyclists of the future. Those of us from a certain era were born to ride, but these days there is a reduction in the take up of two wheels, so we must do our bit to make sure they enjoy motorcycles as much as us, but with much better training than we had.

Our off-road track near Swaffham, Hit the Dirt has again been the invaluable training ground for both enduro racers and beginners alike, with another great year of riding development despite being closed a couple of times due to the recent heavy rainfall.

Our Rackheath showroom continues to offer new road and off-road models from Rieju, Fantic and commuter bikes from Kymco. After 24 years as a KTM dealer we can confirm the rumour that this chapter is now drawing to a close. It has been a privilege to be a founding dealer for KTM in the UK and see the brand grow globally, however it’s now time for a change and a new challenge for us. On this note, we are pleased to confirm that we are now also the Sherco dealer in our region so please come and talk to us about your next new motocross, enduro or trials bike.

Our workshop at Rackheath is here for your servicing, MOT, tyres and suspension upgrades. Did you know that we are K-tech specialists and can transform your ride whether off-road, road or race bike?

Follow the link or come and talk to us to explore this popular enhancement.

Wishing you all best wishes for the New Year, when we look forward to welcoming you at the Showroom, the Training School or Hit the Dirt. 

Dave and Aaron Barkshire

Phone: 01603 722800

info@davebarkshire.com

www.davebarkshire.com

 

Dave Barkshire Motorcycles,

1 Chestnut Court, Wendover Rd, Rackheath, Norwich NR13 6LH