£15,800 raised for charity as last bike ridden by Hairy Biker Dave Myers is auctioned
- The BSA Gold Star ridden by Dave Myers in the final series of The Hairy Bikers has been auctioned and raised £15,800 for charity
- It went under the hammer at the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull today (Wednesday 26th March)
- Proceeds from its sales will go to CancerCare North Lancashire & South Cumbria, NSPCC Childline and The Institute of Cancer Research
The motorcycle ridden by Hairy Biker Dave Myers in his final TV series has raised £15,800 for charity when it was auctioned on Wednesday 26th March.
The 2023 BSA Gold Star went under the hammer with H&H Classics at the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull and the proceeds from its sale are being donated to CancerCare North Lancashire & South Cumbria, NSPCC Childline and The Institute of Cancer Research.
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The motorcycle famously featured in the BBC’s “The Hairy Bikers Go West”, the last ever series made by the incredibly popular TV chef duo.
Dave fought a long battle against cancer but sadly died just over a year ago. The auction of his beloved BSA Gold Star was a fitting tribute to his vibrant personality, together with his immense influence and love for motorcycling.
The Hairy Bikers series ran for two decades, making household names of Dave Myers and Si King. Millions watched them on TV, enjoying their warm and jovial personalities, as well as their passion for motorcycling and cooking.
Liliana Myers, Dave’s widow, said: “I’m delighted that Dave’s bike has found a new home and raised proceeds for three very worthy charities close to Dave’s heart.
“It’s a special motorbike with some special memories and I hope the new owner will love riding it as much as Dave did, creating their own memories to treasure. Who knows, maybe that will even include riding it with us on Dave Day in June!”
James Hewing, National Motorcycle Museum director, said: “Dave spread so much joy, it was an absolute pleasure to be involved in the auction of his beloved BSA Gold Star.
“It’s a unique piece of motorcycling history which I’m sure it will continue to bring happiness wherever it goes.”
Colette McKay, managing director at H&H Classics, which conducted the auction, said: “H&H Classics was honoured to auction Dave’s motorcycle and raise some very worthy funds for charity.
“Dave’s popularity remains as strong as ever and, I’m sure, his motorbike has found a new home where it will be much loved by its new owner.”
Ashish Joshi, CEO at BSA, said: “Dave’s love for motorbikes and cooking, as well as his genuine kindness and friendly nature, is well-known.
“The auction was a fitting tribute to a wonderful person and we’re sure the new owner of his Gold Star will treasure it as much as Dave did.”
