Summer Success

We’ve all been kept very busy lately at Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Training, with many riders successfully completing their courses.
 
Over the summer weeks a large number of students have joined the Dave Barkshire Hall of Fame, by passing their training courses including: Kevin, Aiden, Dylan, Khubayb, Malik, Noor, Oliver, Reuben, Scott, Ben, Stephen, Phil and TeeJay all have cause for celebration and you can read more about them on our DB Training Facebook page too! As you’ll see, our students span a range of ages and backgrounds.
 
Whether you’re a newbie to motorcycle riding or looking to improve your safety and skills, Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Training can provide you with the right training to pass CBT and DAS courses. You too can join the Dave Barkshire Hall of Fame!
 
For more information, speak to Dave Barkshire on: 01603 722800, visit the website: www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraining.co.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davebarkshiremctraining
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

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New brand on board

 

With a new brand on board, we are going in strong with a first @kymcouk AK550 premium leaving @db_motorcycles 

For more information on these products speak to Dave Barkshire on: 

01603 722800 or e-mail us at: info@davebarkshire.com

What a busy time

What a busy time it has been this year at Dave Barkshire with happy customers on their new bikes. 

Throughout this
summer there have been a lot of eager riders undergoing motorcycle training at our dedicated centre, with some fantastic results across CBT, Mod 1 and Mod 2 riders with great success.  

And of course, you can visit our Motorcycle Centre on Rackheath to buy a brilliant new or used bike that suits you. It’s been great to hand over keys to many proud new owners over recent months.  

As we go into autumn we hope to meet more of you keen riders, whether it’s to purchase that new machine, some up to date motorcycle gear, or even give your trusted bike a bit of a service.

For more information speak to Dave Barkshire on 01603 722800, e-mail: info@davebarkshire.com or come and visit us at our Rackheath showroom.

 

Keys To A Great Ride!

 

The Dave Barkshire Motorcycle team have been working hard this year, be it a bit differently at times, to provide key services for all you avid motorcycle riders out there.

 

We endeavoured to provide MOT slots and workshop services for key workers throughout March, April and beyond. Remember we’re here to give your machine a full service, as keeping your bike in A1 condition is key to its performance and your safety.

 

Although our popular Hit The Dirt track was closed for a time, we were delighted to re-open it in July. You can still enjoy all the thrills and spills that the Enduro circuit has to offer, but by appointment, and whilst being mindful of current guidelines that are key to giving everyone a safe and enjoyable time. For more information visit www.facebook.com/HitTheDirtUK

 

And of course, you can still come along to our Motorcycle Centre in Rackheath to buy a brilliant new or used bike to suit you. It’s been great to hand over keys to many proud new owners over recent months, even if we now tend to bump elbows rather than shake hands.

 

We hope to see you soon to pick up your new dream machine from us – with an ‘elbows, keys and a boomps-a-daisy’!

 

Contact: davebarkshire@btconnect.com

Tel: 01603 722800  

www.davebarkshire.net    

www.hitthedirtdb.net

 

 

Dave’s Summer News

This summer is seeing exciting times for both Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Centre and Used Bikes and Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Training, although the weather has been particularly unkind to our Hit The Dirt Off-road Practice Track, with rain causing repeated closures.

Good progress has been made on the construction of our new motorbike showroom at Rackheath, Norwich, with the outer steel construction complete and the concrete flooring eagerly anticipated. Finally the doors, windows and interior work will be added and we’ll be good to go! We’re sure customers will love our improved showroom area displaying the many great motorcycles and range of clothing, accessories and spare parts that we offer. For more information visit www.davebarkshireusedbikes.co.uk

Word has obviously spread around Norwich about our Motorcycle Training facility and the number of successful riders that we’ve turned out in recent months, as many more motorcyclists of all ages and backgrounds are signing up for training courses and tests. We offer a complete motorcycle-training package at our purpose-built Salhouse training centre, delivered by highly experienced instructors, aimed at all riders from beginners to improvers. Read more at www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraining.co.uk

So now all we’re hoping for is some dry and settled weather so that we can open our popular Hit The Dirt Track regularly over the coming months. We don’t want to have to declare, “The track is ‘as wet as an otters pocket’” any more this summer, but intend to be open every weekend (weather permitting). Keep up with the latest on this by visiting http://www.hitthedirtdb.net/

Contact details:

Tel:  01603 722800

Email: davebarkshire@btconnect.com

Passes and Paint

There have been exciting times at Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Training. In addition to a flurry of eager riders taking their tests, our training ground has been given a bit of a makeover. The ground’s had a great new paint job courtesy of Cullum Line, so a massive thanks to them for doing such a great job!

We’ve had a number of riders successfully completing their CBT courses in recent weeks, including a great young rider, George, who demonstrated excellent awareness and safety on his ride around Norwich, despite only be 16 years of age! Other successful CBT riders, included father and son Ricky and Adrian, James, Sally, Louis, Jamie, Jo and John – well done to you all!

A large number of riders have also passed their Mod 1 tests recently with impressive results. Clean sheet passes were achieved by Steve (despite wet conditions), Chris (who was thanked by the examiner for a pleasant ride and told, "that's how a mod 2 should be done"), Shane and Marcus.  Other successful riders included Oli, Jo, Jason, James, Mark, Sam and Saichong.  Ride safely guys – and enjoy!

The latest Mod 2 passes have been pretty impressive too! James completed an outstanding test and we’ve never seen anyone remove his ‘L’ plates so quickly! Paul was equally relieved to pass in time for a planned ride to Wales on his new Lambretta, whilst brothers Tony and Carl also enjoyed success. Sam, Mark and Craig were all had cause for celebration too. Congratulations to all of these great riders!

We love to see so many safe and successful riders pass through our doors, with many enjoying first time passes following our training courses. Do you want to become a competent motorbike rider?

Then visit www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraining.co.uk or contact us at:

Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Training Academy,

The Old Coal Yard,

Muck Lane, Salhouse,

Norwich, Norfolk,

NR13 6ST

Tel:  01603 722800

Email: davebarkshire@btconnect.com

Rising To The Challenge

Despite some very challenging weather conditions, another crop of budding motorcycle riders have gained a clutch of certificates at the Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Training Academy over the past month.

A particularly cold and icy day dawned when Luke was due to take his CBT, meaning it was on the verge of being cancelled, but fortunately the sun broke through and success was his. Congratulations Luke!

CBT success was also gained by Antony, Kara, Leo, Craig, Dominic, Nathan and two other Lukes would you believe? We think Luke must be the lucky name of the month! Anne and Kenny also completed their CBT in very wet and cold conditions. Have a great time guys and ride safely.

Craig also had to face somewhat challenging conditions for his Mod 1 test – great result Craig, you actually made it look very easy!

Tony and Carl both completed their CBT training before going on to Mod 1 success despite the weather – can you try and bring better weather with you for your Mod 2 training guys?

Congratulations to James for passing his Mod 2 on the back of successful Mod 1 and CBT completion. Fantastic result James, enjoy your new KTM!

Finally Przemyslaw passed his Mod 2 first time, within weeks of passing his Mod 1 with a clean sheet!

As you can see, we’ve had many successful riders during the past month or so and your name could soon appear here too, if you sign up to Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Training. Just visit www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraining.co.uk or contact us at:

Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Training Academy,

The Old Coal Yard,

Muck Lane, Salhouse,

Norwich, Norfolk,

NR13 6ST

Tel:  01603 722800

Email: davebarkshire@btconnect.com

New Year News

2015 proved to be a very successful year for motorcycle riders at Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Training, with a steady stream of passes achieved. This year has also got off to a great start with the first of our 2016 riders joining the Dave Barkshire Hall of Fame.

We ended 2015 on a high with mod 1 passes for James and Sam, and successful mod 2 tests for Craig, Steve and Sam. We wish you guys a great year ahead, with safe and enjoyable bike riding.

 

This year has started on an equally successful note with Ashleigh and Brandon performing well in their CBT Training, Premyslaw passing his mod 1 test first time and James taking and passing his mod 2 in what proved to be extremely challenging conditions – very icy! Well done to you all, have fun and be safe!  

Are you looking to undergo motorcycle training in 2016? At Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Training we offer the highest standards of safety and training, with expert instructors at our purpose-built training centre.

 

For more information visit www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraining.co.uk or contact us at:

Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Training Academy,

The Old Coal Yard,

Muck Lane, Salhouse,

Norwich, Norfolk,

NR13 6ST

Tel:  01603 722800

Email: davebarkshire@btconnect.com

Enjoy your Freedom

Well done Dave, enjoy your freedom bud... for more info visit our website at: www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraning.co.uk

We run CBT, DAS, refresher and taster motorcycle training from our purpose-built facility in Salhouse, Norwich, designed to mimic road layouts and conditions in a safe environment.

To find out more about taking a CBT course with Dave Barkshire, just contact us today:

Telephone: 01603 722800

Email: davebarkshire@btconnect.com

Website: www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraining.co.uk

CBT Pass for George

Well done George for all the hard work on the restoration project and for passing your CBT through Dave Barkshire's training school. For more info visit our website at: www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraning.co.uk

We run CBT, DAS, refresher and taster motorcycle training from our purpose-built facility in Salhouse, Norwich, designed to mimic road layouts and conditions in a safe environment.

To find out more about taking a CBT course with Dave Barkshire, just contact us today:

Telephone: 01603 722800
Email: davebarkshire@btconnect.com
Website: www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraining.co.uk

Congratulations Andy

Well Done Andy... Smashing CBT! Roll on mod 1..., for more info visit our website at: www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraning.co.uk

We run CBT, DAS, refresher and taster motorcycle training from our purpose-built facility in Salhouse, Norwich, designed to mimic road layouts and conditions in a safe environment.

 

 

To find out more about taking a CBT course with Dave Barkshire, just contact us today:

Telephone: 01603 722800

Email: davebarkshire@btconnect.com

Website: www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraining.co.uk

Recent Training Morning

 

Tad icy out today but that didn't stop Ashly turning up this morning

Missed out CBT Pass Photos

Here’s a couple of CBT Pass photos that we missed out publishing a few months ago. Congratulations to Sarah Sayers on passing her CBT test and again congratulations to Jack for his mid week CBT Pass. For more info visit our website at: www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraning.co.uk

We run CBT, DAS, refresher and taster motorcycle training from our purpose-built facility in Salhouse, Norwich, designed to mimic road layouts and conditions in a safe environment.








To find out more about taking a CBT course with Dave Barkshire, just contact us today:

Telephone: 01603 722800
Email: davebarkshire@btconnect.com
Website: www.davebarkshiremotorcycletraining.co.uk