Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club

1st Club Rideout of 2012

2012-03-12T14:24:00.003+01:00

Club members took the opportunity of a reasonable weather forecast to get out on their bikes yesterday for the first rideout of the new season. It was just going to be a shortish ride of around 90 - 100 miles, in order to ease us back into the saddle after the Winter lay off. Most of us met up at our Pubmeet venue and set off at 9am to join up with other members at the Little Chef near Chester. We then headed into Wales via the new bridge and took the coastal route, eventually going up onto the top road via Lloc, Caerwys and down through Afon-wen to Denbigh, stopping at A&D Motorcycles for breakfast and a look at all the shiny stuff. Suitably refreshed, both with food, tea and lots of new bike viewing, we headed back out onto the sweeping Welsh roads, eventually passing through Ruthin and down through the back lanes to the Raven Inn for more refreshment before making the return journey back onto the Wirral. Although a little bit nippy, it was an excellent day out in really good company.

Think Biker!!

2012-03-03T11:49:00.003+01:00

Manchester Motorcycle Show 14th-15th January 2012

2012-01-15T10:54:00.003+01:00

Yesterday was the first day of the Manchester Motorcycle Show at the Gmex Centre and several members of the Club were in attendance, including Paul, Joanne, Emma, Ina and Ayla. They tried out a number bikes on display for size, comfort and looks plus snapped up a few bargains from the numerous clothes and accessories stands at the Show.

2011 Cookstown 100 Superbike Highlights

2012-01-08T09:42:00.005+01:00

Members setting off to take part in a day of action

2011-12-14T22:16:00.001+01:00

Motorcycle Live 2011 Sunday 20th November

2011-11-22T18:45:00.011+01:00

The Club's founder with Guy Martin.

Quite a number of the Membership will be attending Motorcycle Live over it's 9 day duration and today was the turn of the Club's founder George Girven to attend with his son Ben. The show was jam packed with exhibitors including all the main motorcycle manufacturers and local interest for us too in the shape of PipeWerx, the Ormskirk based high performance exhaust company (see photos in slideshow). There were also plenty of opportunities to try out the bikes including the off road experience. Live auctions on behalf of "Riders for Health" was well supported with lots of motorcycle stars in attendance and a chance to meet and greet them. George managed to have a most informative chat with Guy Martin on the Red Torpedo stand and picked up a couple of autographed items too. This is a 'must visit' stand with great gear on sale!

Rideout on a real bikers road

2011-10-27T23:33:00.013+02:00

A favourite of many - the superb B5105

Part 1 of Rosann's very first Club rideout on Sunday 9th October 2011

2011-10-14T19:34:00.001+02:00

Club rideout for a newbie 9th October

2011-10-11T19:17:00.010+02:00

A few Club members took a chance on the weather and were rewarded with a warm and rainfree rideout. This was an organised ride for one of our newer members taking to the road on her YBR125 for a first time Club rideout. Amazingly, we were out from 8:00am until 3:45pm, partly due to the Liverpool Marathon taking place as we were heading back through the City to the Tunnel. Anyway, Rosann had an enjoyable first rideout with the Club and was fully protected during the ride by a number of the members riding 'shotgun'

Ride for Rotary 2nd October 2011

2011-10-11T16:22:00.016+02:00

Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club members once again attended the Annual "Rideforrotary" Charity ride in support of the following Charities, Claire House, Hope House, Help for Heroes and SPARKS. Having ridden up to the start point in Ewloe we discovered that this year a completely new route had been planned. Instead of ending at the Ponderosa, it took in Loggerheads, Ruthin, Denbigh, St Asaph, Rhuddlan, Dyserth, Lloc, Carmel then down through Holywell onto the coast Road To Bagilt finishing at the Petrolheads Café for refreshments, a live band and general chit chat whilst admiring all the shiney stuff parked outside.

BMPS Annual Motorcycle Show - Llandudno

2011-08-15T15:09:00.005+02:00

We had an excellent day out at the British Motorcycle Preservation Society's Annual Show held on the West Shore Promenade at Llandudno. The weather was overcast earlier on but it stayed warm and dry with the sun making an appearance later in the afternoon. A good selection of restored motorcycles were on display including some very rare models. After the show a number of us ventured up the Great Orme to enjoy the views and warm sunshine, along with an impromptu picnic.

3rd Anniversary Rideout

2011-07-25T07:45:00.008+02:00

Eleven Club members took part in the Club's 3rd Anniversary rideout yesterday, to celebrate the inaugural rideout that took place back in July 2008. This annual 36 mile route around the Wirral was altered slightly this year insomuch as, it did not terminate at Parkgate as usual but returned back to New Brighton instead, in the hope of seeing the Red Arrows fly over the River Mersey as part of their air display from the Southport Air Show.

The rideout having started at New Brighton went through Moreton, Saughall Massie, Greasby, Frankby, Caldy and on into West Kirby for the 1st stop of the day alongside the Marine Lake. Then it was off again through Caldy Village, Thurstaston, Heswall, Gayton and down into Parkgate for ice cream and liquid refreshment. Suitably refreshed the group set off through Neston, Little Ness, Burton, Willaston to Raby Mere for the 3rd stop of the day. Finally leaving there and heading straight back to New Brighton. It was an excellent afternoon out on 2 wheels, in good company and with perfect weather ...what more could anyone want!!

BSB Riders in Chester for a "Meet and Greet"

2011-07-15T08:52:00.009+02:00

A number of Club members took time out yesterday to attend a "Meet and Greet" session in Chester city centre with several British Superbike riders who will be competiting at Oulton Park over the weekend in the British Superbike Championship.

Chester's Town Hall Square was the location for this Superbike spectacle with a selection of race bikes on display and the riders meeting fans for an autograph session from 2.30-3.30pm.

HM Plant Honda's championship leader Shane 'Shakey' Byrne and defending champion Ryuichi Kiyonari was joined by on track sparring partners John Hopkins and Jon Kirkham from Samsung Crescent Racing Suzuki, Swan Yamaha's Michael Laverty and Tommy Hill, MSS Colchester Kawasaki's Gary Mason and BSB returnee James Ellison from Sorrymate.com Honda. Fuchs-Silkolene British Supersport Championship contender Alastair Seeley was also in the line up on the Town Hall Square with the Relentless Suzuki

Test ride on the B5053 in Derbyshire

2011-05-21T18:30:00.008+02:00

As the Club is on a weekend away next month in Taddington, a couple of the members decided to check out a scenic route for getting there, going from Staffordshire up into the Derbyshire Peak District using the B5053. This video covers the last quarter of the journey from leaving Longnor until arriving at the destination. The only problem on the day were the severe winds, gusting between 44 and 57 mph and certainly seemed much stronger when going over the 'top' You can certainly hear the wind being picked up by the Videocam's mic and see the bikes being blown about by the gusts.
The road and the stunning views certainly made it all worthwhile!

Rideout 5th March 2011

2011-03-06T09:54:00.006+01:00

Four Club members headed out into North Wales yesterday and were faced with dew laden mists and muck spreading residue on many of the roads. However, they all managed to avoid most of the hazards and had an enjoyable day out with some excellent pitstops for food and drink.

First Club Rideout of 2011

2011-02-13T22:30:00.007+01:00

Several members of Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club met up on Saturday morning in warm sunshine and ready to get out on some dry roads for the first rideout of 2011. We set off to meet up with some of our other members at the Station Cafe in Delamere. After some enjoyable refreshments we left the cafe and headed out through the Cheshire lanes onto the A54 Congleton Road through Winsford, Middlewich and then down to Nantwich, finally picking up the A51 to Tarporley with a meal break at the Shady Oak, Beeston. Considering it's mid February, a most enjoyable rideout in good Company.

Claire House Re-Scheduled Xmas Toy Run

2011-01-31T16:02:00.004+01:00

Members of Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club joined other Clubs and Riders yesterday, for the re-scheduled Annual Xmas Toy Run to Claire House Children's Hospice organised by Kelvin Sirrell and staff of Bill Smith Motors in Chester. The event should have taken place in December but due to the copious amounts of ice and snow around at that time it was not safe to do so.

The weather was dry but rather nippy but that didn't deter the warmth of spirit shown by all those bikers taking part in such a worthwhile charity event.

The New Triumph Tiger 800 & 800XC Launch at Bill Smiths

2011-01-21T19:51:00.008+01:00

Last night, several Club members attended the Launch of the new Triumph Tiger 800 range at Bill Smiths Motorcycles in Chester. Apart from the exciting new models on show, namely the Tiger 800 road bike and the Tiger 800XC Adventure bike; a bonanza of Triumph clothing was available at greatly reduced prices. A most enjoyable evening with refreshments laid on, it was further enhanced when one of our members won an Optimate battery charger in the free prize draw. Well done Bill Smiths and thanks to Kelvin for the invitation.

Ride safe - Here's a Reminder!!

2011-01-17T18:29:00.007+01:00

Just a refresher to remind all riders about the hazards we face as bikers, seeing as some of us may have had our bikes tucked away for the Winter and only just getting them out once again. So keep them shiny side up and rubber side down and really enjoy a Safe 2011 on two wheels!

Famous and Fearless Live in Liverpool

2011-01-05T13:11:00.002+01:00

Several members of Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club had an evening out at the Echo Arena in Liverpool last night, to be part of the audience of Channel 4's Live show Famous and Fearless.
It was an excellent evening enjoyed by all those attending, having earlier dined together in a local restaurant. The show itself was magic and although it's enjoyable when seen on TV, the atmosphere is unbelieveable when being at the "Live" event.

A small slideshow of the evening.

B5105 re-surfaced

2010-08-18T20:01:00.000+02:00

2nd Anniversary Rideout - Sunday 25th July 2010

2010-07-26T07:28:00.006+02:00

On Sunday 25th July Wirral Bikers celebrated the 2nd Anniversary of the Club's first rideout back in 2008. This year a few new additons were added to that original route, extending it by another 6 miles which included stops at West Kirby prom and Raby Mere. Although a number of regular members were not available on the day for a variety of reasons, there was still an excellent turnout, including five new members joining us for the very first time. It was a warm dry day but the weather was more cloudy than sunny as we set off from New Brighton, the route took the riders through, Wallasey Village, Moreton, Saughall Massie, Greasby, Frankby, West Kirby, Caldy, Thurstaston, Heswall, Gayton, Thornton Hough, Raby Mere, Willaston, Puddington. Burton, Ness, Neston and finally arriving on the front at Parkgate. Liquid refreshments were sought at the Old Quay but a few of the members couldn't resist the delights of tasting the locally made ice cream instead. Thanks to all those attending for an excellent afternoon out, in good company, on a day when the 'drop off' system worked to perfection through efficient marking and so nobody got lost. Finally, a special thanks to Phil for a job well done in leading the ride! See you all soon for the Club's next event.

Sunday 27th June Rideout

2010-07-01T13:45:00.003+02:00

Twelve riders on eleven bikes met up on Sunday morning for a rideout into Wales. The route taken included, Hawarden Woods, Landegla moor, the Nant-y-Garth pass, the B5105 Clocaenog Forest road with a pitstop for victuals at the Ty Tanllan Cafe alongside the Saracen's Head. Then it was onto the B4501 to Llyn Brenig for another stop before heading out to Betws-y-coed, then Swallow falls, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Llyn Celn and doing part of the mountain road back up to Bala before heading back home to the Wirral and beyond. Overall it was an excellent day out with nice sunny weather and in good company, the only thing to mar the day was one member's bike had to be trailered home by the RAC after his oil pump failed.

Pre Pubmeet Rideout Thursday 17th June 2010

2010-06-18T13:35:00.005+02:00

A number of Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club members met up at 6.30pm to head off into Wales for a pre pubmeet rideout. Those in attendance were George, Rekuf, Falco, Philp, Shockum and Tealman.
Setting off in glorious sunshine on what was planned to be a 65 mile run but after having made such good progress was extended into one of over a 100 miles, before getting back to the Wirral, just after 9pm, for the Club pubmeet.
For those who would like to know where we actually went to, here's a brief summary

Through Hawarden woods, Pontybodkin, Llandegla moor, Nant-y-Garth Pass, Ruthin, Denbigh, St Asaph, Rhuddlan, Dyserth,Whitford, ..then a stop at Misty Waters in Lloc for a cola before heading back to the Wirral via Holywell, Bagilt, Flint and then over the new bridge near Connahs Quay via Deeside to the TR. Was good to catch up with Si at the Pubmeet who got his bike back that evening but unfortunately not in time to join us on the ride.

Getting ready for the Nant-y-Garth Pass

Rideout via Midway, Berriew, Lake Vyrnwy and Bala

2010-05-31T14:09:00.004+02:00

Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club had an excellent day's rideout with several of us leaving the Wirral at 10.15am to meet up with a number of our Cheshire brethren at Midway for breakfast at 11.00am, after which we then headed through Shrewsbury and on into Berriew for Lunch.

Suitably fed we headed across country via Castle Caereinion, Llanfair Caerenion, Llangadfan and through part of Dyfnant forest to Lake Vyrnwy for afternoon tea. The sun stayed with us all day even for a final stop at Bala before heading back home. Originally planned as a 160 mile rideout it turned into a 207 mile one for the writer and probably more for our Cheshire members. All in all a good day out with good friends.

A few photos from the day.

Wednesday 19th May Rideout

2010-05-19T23:57:00.008+02:00

Mark testing out his new mini cam on the B5105

Well that was another 131 miles of pure bliss, my thanks to Janie and Mark for their excellent company today and hope you enjoyed it as much as I did.

Slight alteration to our original plan insomuch as we played on some Welsh lanes first then headed back into Hawarden to do the twisties through the woods then up to Llandegla and then did the Nant-y-Garth pass (big grin factor) on into Ruthin for Bacon 'n egg on toast with a mug of tea at Jones the Butchers Cafe. We then left Ruthin on the B5105 to Cerrigydrudion (even bigger grin factor)

As the Cafe there was closed we headed down to Bala, found one on the main street and managed to force myself into having a Rhubard pie and ice cream with a large coffee.

Took some pics by the Lake and then headed back home via Ruthin, Mold and Deeside. All in all, a good day out on the bikes with friends and it didn't rain once. So a Result!!!

Wirral Bikers' Saturday rideout via the Llandegla Moors, Llanberis Pass and Denbigh Moors

2010-05-16T11:14:00.016+02:00

Wirral Bikers had a superb day out in North Wales yesterday, the weather was perfect along with the company. Many thanks to Mark, Gemma, Janie and Martin for a most enjoyable group rideout, I hadn't expected to get beyond Pontybodkin after feeling so porky first thing this morning, just goes to show what sunshine, fresh air and a thick bacon bap can do for ya !!!

We met up at the Little Thief and set off through Hawarden Woods heading for the Llandegla Moors and on towards Corwen and the A5. It was here we had the first break of the day at the Farm Shop Cafe (humongous bacon bap) then it was back onto the A5 past Cerrigydrudion and on through Betws-y-coed to Capil Curig and then to take in the most stunning scenery of the Llanberis Pass as we rode to our destination of Pete's Eats in Llanberis itself.

After some delicious fare washed down with a pint mug of tea, we retraced our route back as far as Pentrefoelas and turned left to cross the moors to Denbigh and after reaching Afon Wen, we headed up over the top through Caerwys to take our third stop of the day at the Misty Waters in Lloc. Finally a short hop through Holywell and Flint with a burst over the New Bridge and we all went our seperate ways home. For me it was a nice 156 mile round trip and was good to be out on the bike again with friends.

(Slideshow courtesy of Mark)

Wirral Bikers went to Ridesafe Backsafe 2010

2010-04-30T17:16:00.002+02:00

Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club members headed up to Blackpool last Sunday for the Ridesafe Backsafe Rendezvouus 2010. There were several thousand bikers at the event and all were well provided for with live bands, trade exhibitors and motorcycle dealer stands. There was also Police motorcycle demonstrations and car stunt driving. The main biking interest of the show was provided by Craig Jones performing some incredible stunts on a number of different motorcycles. We will be posting some videos of this within the Wirral Bikers Channel on YouTube but until they are ready here is a little taster of what he does. So Enjoy !!

Upgrading the "onboard" video camera

2010-03-18T06:15:00.005+01:00

I'm considering upgrading the videocam on the bike and this is the sort of quality of definition I'm hoping to achieve on our future rideouts.

Wirral Bikers First Club Rideout of 2010

2010-03-10T20:45:00.020+01:00

On a sunny but fresh Sunday morning seven members of Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club met at the Tudor Rose in preparation for the first proper rideout of 2010 covering the Overton Loop. Initially, a planned ride of about 100+ miles but on the day was extended to around 200. The Group headed off for breakfast at the "Midway" in Whitchurch, meeting up en route at the Stamford Bridge Inn on the A51 with another six of our members from Cheshire.

After a hearty breakfast the 12 bikes carrying a "bakers dozen" departed Whitchurch via the A525 and A559 to travel through Overton, Ruabon and Acrefair to join the A5 into Llangollen, up over the Horseshoe Pass to arrive at the Ponderosa Cafe for the second stop of the day.

At the Pondy it was decided to extend the rideout, so after arriving at Ruthin the Group turned left and headed down that splendid bikers road the B5105 through the Clocaenog Forest to Cerrigydrudion, then it was onto the B5401 to enjoy the views of Llyn Brenig as they headed towards Denbigh. From there it was a homeward bound journey through Mold and Deeside back onto the Wirral and beyond. The latter destination was referring of course, to the "Cheshire" set who chose for a change to miss out the motorways going home and enjoy instead the "sound benefits" of exercising their machines when going through the Mersey Tunnel.

An excellent day and a thoroughly enjoyable rideout for all those taking part. It was also a triumph for Phil(Philp) who was taking charge for his very first time as "Ride Leader" on the day. So well done to him and let's hope we can look forward to many more successful Club rideouts throughout this year. The Calendar of events is filling up fast so go to the Forum to keep up to date with all the latest news and photographs.

Phil(Falco), another one of our members has also invested in a videocam for this new 'season' and was on the rideout making a video of the day. This is Part one of his work.

And just for those bikers who have not ridden on the B5105 this is what you're missing so enjoy!

Motorcycle Repairs

2010-03-10T14:37:00.005+01:00

Will be putting a couple of bikes into Mike Hose Motorcycles for repair and MOT very soon so will report back as to how we got on.

Charley Boorman Live on U.K. Tour

2010-03-10T09:08:00.009+01:00

Here's your opportunity to win 2 Free tickets to see Charley Boorman Live on his UK tour - I just entered to win tickets to see #CharleyBoormanLive http://bit.ly/cvNO1A

Wirral Bikers leaving Bill Smiths on the Xmas Toy Run

2010-01-26T21:20:00.002+01:00

Wirral Bikers took part on the Bill Smith organised Xmas Toy Run to Claire House at Clatterbridge.

Delamere Rideout

2010-01-26T16:42:00.002+01:00

No Breakfast at the Pondy today

2010-01-10T17:52:00.003+01:00

Some of the membership were thinking of breakfast at the Ponderosa this morning but it wasnt to be. Hopefully, it won't be too long before we can enjoy their fine fare and the delightful views once again.

Photos courtesy of Phil

Merry Christmas to all Bikers

2009-12-14T21:15:00.004+01:00

Don't think he's a biker but he is a Tiger!! So guess its Triumph over adversity

2009-12-13T12:00:00.000+01:00

Toy Run 2009 to Claire House

2009-12-07T12:43:00.010+01:00

A number of our members turned out to ride on the Charity Toy Run to Claire House, organised by Bill Smith's of Chester. Several of us met up at the TR and then rode over to Chester to meet with some other members who had travelled over from Cheshire. Here is a few photographs of the day and a video of the start will be published here a little later.

Bike Show at the NEC

2009-12-07T12:40:00.004+01:00

A number of our members recently paid a visit to the Motorcycle Show at the N.E.C. Birmingham. Two in particular, Mark and Gemma decided to have a few days down there to enjoy all the bikes on display and this is Mark's excellent slideshow record of the event.

Instructional Video

2009-11-10T11:29:00.004+01:00

Always looking to promote good roadcraft and safe riding practices, W.B.M.C. suggest and encourage everyone to view this latest You Tube "Find"

Muscle Bikes

2009-10-24T23:15:00.003+02:00

Information about these bikes came in to us via our "Contact Us" section, so have a look and say what you think by putting your comments in the message board section at the foot of this page.

Lake Vyrnwy, Bala and Brenig Rideout

2009-10-20T15:50:00.009+02:00

Several Members of Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club met up on Saturday 17th October for a rideout into North Wales. Not everyone could make the 10-30 am departure from the Tudor Rose so a collective meet up point was arranged at Rhug after a couple of the earlybirds had a brew over at A&D in Denbigh.

The group then rode up the A494 into Bala and across to Lake Vyrnwy. They then looped back around to Bala and across to Cerrig, past Llyn Brenig, Denbigh, Mold.

PhilP, one of the members taking part said later, "The weather was fine, the company was great, the riding was fantastic." So another successful day out on the bikes for W.B.M.C. Members.

Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club - Goes Japanese

2009-10-10T01:04:00.007+02:00

It seems that the Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club is popular with the Japanese and so they show some of our rideout videos on their website

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Delamere Forest and Cheshire Villages Rideout

2009-10-04T21:51:00.009+02:00

Several members of Wirral Bikers met up in Prenton at 10:00am, to welcome two new Club members who were joining us for the first time on a group rideout. After introductions, we set off down the M53 to junction 5 to collect another member at the Little Chef, then headed out to Sandiway in Cheshire to meet up with the rest of the group and some of our friends from NWB for todays rideout. Ride leader today was Mark and many thanks to him as he showed us some of the delights of riding in Delamere Forest, including a late breakfast stop at the Station Cafe for all things tasty including the famous "Station Batch".

Suitably fed and watered, he led us through the Cheshire countryside enjoying quaint little villages and a variety of country lanes and twisty roads. Finally, taking a mid afternoon stop at a lovely little country pub for some non-alcholic liquid refreshment and to enjoy the general good natured banter. As the day was now coming to a close we rode from there to re-assemble at Sandiway once again, in order to say our final farewells and then head off for home in different directions.

Again many thanks to Mark for the planning, another good day's rideout in excellent company and only a small amount of precipitation that made little difference to our enjoyment. The video is being edited and will soon appear on the Wirral Bikers' Channel on Y0u Tube but in the meanwhile here are some photographs from today.

Delamere Forest to Beeston Castle 26th September

2009-09-27T09:48:00.006+02:00

Having met up in Widnes, we went over the bridge, through Runcorn and then on into the leafy lanes of Cheshire.... heading through Delamere Forest our first port of call was the Station Cafe for a pot of tea and a famous "Station Bap" (you'll never believe the size of those things and I just couldn't finish mine)

Suitably fed and watered we continued on further down the County taking in the delights of Beeston Castle and eventually stopping at the Shady Oak for some non-alcoholic refreshment and to take advantage of the free entertainment. After the "Strangled Cat" first act had finished the more melodious "Shady Oak Trio" (Albeit they were reduced to a duo for the day) were a great improvement. Having had more than our fill of Country music we started the return journey back home. All in all, a nice 80 mile tootle around in excellent company and with really good weather on the day.

"Rideforrotary" Charity Run 20th September 2009

2009-09-21T19:39:00.003+02:00

Wirral Bikers met up initially at the TR on Sunday morning and then rode over to Ewloe and met up with other members for the 40 mile Rideforrotary Charity run that circumnavigates the Clwydian range before heading up to the Ponderosa for the finish. After chatting to other groups we then decided to go off for an extended rideout taking in the B5105 Ruthin to Cerrigydrudion Road through the Clocaenog Forest. However, before actually starting that route we made a detour to take in some refreshment at the Raven Inn and discovered that we are about to be part of a documentary, as a film crew started to film us getting ready to depart and also as we rode off.

Transport Exhibition in the Park

2009-09-19T19:04:00.008+02:00

Took the opportunity today to have a look at the Transport Exhibiton held in Birkenhead Park. A variety of vehicles were on show from steam traction engines to steam motor cars. These were complimented by petrol and diesel engined exhibits, including Armed Forces vehicles, Fire engines, cars and of course motorcycles. One stand in particular, Custom Bills, was given over to showing the intricate art of airbrush paintwork. I particularly enjoyed Tony's work on a Suzuki Bandit that represented the Battle of Britain and have chosen photographs of that machine to show here.

Club Tee Shirts

2009-09-16T13:07:00.004+02:00

Some sample pictures of the new Club tee shirts - However there are 6 colours to choose from so please see the "How to Order" details on the Club Forum. Sweatshirts and Polo shirts will also be available in the same range of colours and sizes.

Sunday 13th September - Reclaim Wales...

2009-09-13T19:42:00.007+02:00

Several Members of the Wirral Bikers Motorcycle Club decided to enjoy a ride out onto the roads of North Wales in response to MCN's campaign "Reclaim Wales". They met up at the Tudor Rose on a very warm and sunny day. Whilst waiting for more members to arrive they took the opportunity to view this monster of a super-charged machine, that was finished completely in black carbon fibre.

Sunday 30th August

2009-08-31T16:11:00.004+02:00

A good run into Cheshire with Lunch at the Shady Oak and then back onto the Wirral for live entertainment under the marquees in the garden at the "Thatch"

The Gypsies performing at the "Thatch"

Thursday 20th August

2009-08-26T22:24:00.003+02:00

Wirral Bikers M.C. met up in Prenton to have an extended rideout around the Wirral. On the night the route was changed slightly. We left the pub cark park at 7.25pm and missed out the Bidston Hill bit as was meeting two other riders at the BP garage near Spital @ 7.40pm. Have to say the Spital/Dibbins Dale/Raby Mere/Neston back lanes part of the rideout were quite tricky and not as easy as I had previously remembered them as being. That said, it was an enjoyable rideout on a nice evening, with good company. We eventually arrived at the Harp Inn just as a shower started. The Pub really is in a lovely location right on the edge of the Dee marshes but have to say travelling the last 400yds of the approach road to the pub was a real test... I just about managed to pick my way past all the potholes but it was a bit of a nightmare for the sportsbikes.

Sunday 9th August

2009-08-09T20:01:00.002+02:00

A couple of us had an early morning ride up to the Ponderosa for breakfast. The weather was warm and pleasant and it was good to be out on the bikes again. The air is always so fresh on top of the Horseshoe Pass.... an enjoyable place to be with excellent views too.

Rideout Thursday 30th July 2009

2009-08-03T19:30:00.012+02:00

We decided to have a run out to the Alyn riverside Pub again, seeing as last week the group got split up due to a major road diversion. This time we had no problems to speak of and although weren't expecting anymore than three riders this time, was delighted to see eight bikers turn up including two new potential members. It was a nice warm evening and we were bathed in sunshine whilst participating in the delightful refreshments served at the "Alyn". The food was very good and the company excellent.

Meet up at the TR

Rideout 23rd July to "The Alyn" Riverside Pub

2009-07-24T14:50:00.009+02:00

Wirral Bikers improved on their previous total of 14 bikes for a rideout, this time with 16 bikes meeting up at the Tudor Rose for a trip into Wales and a final destination of a lovely riverside pub called "The Alyn" The video is now available to view on Wirral Bikers You Tube link on the top right hand side of this page.

Leaving the Tudor Rose - A still from the video

Some of the group enjoying refreshments alongside the River Alyn

Rideout Sunday 12th July - Pistyll Rhaeadr

2009-07-14T11:08:00.008+02:00

Wirral bikers met up at the Tudor Rose on Sunday morning and then headed off on a rideout to visit one of the Seven Wonders of Wales...namely the Waterfall at Pistyll Rhaeadr. A full report with several photographs of the day has been posted up on the Wirral Bikers Forum.

Rideout to the Shady Oak, Tiverton on Thursday 25th June 2009

2009-06-27T08:03:00.010+02:00

An impressive total of 14 bikes arrived at the Tudor Rose meet up on Thursday evening at 7pm in readiness for a rideout into Cheshire. Leaving just 15 minutes later we headed down the Chester High Road, through Chester itself and then south on the A41. The Shady Oak in Tiverton was our destination so we headed in the general direction of Tattenhall and Beeston.

The Shady Oak is set in a delightful spot right alongside the Canal... with good facillities including well surfaced car park, nice large gardens, good food, drink and very pleasant views.

A good time was enjoyed by all and I'm sure even more Wirral Bikers will want to come out to play next time.

A couple of videos will be posted here, showing the venue and one of our departure and journey home.

Rideout Route 25th June

2009-06-24T10:31:00.004+02:00

This is the Ad Hoc route that may be used for tomorrow evening's leisurely rideout. Meet up details are posted in the "Rideout Section" of the Forum. See you all there!

Forum Problems

2009-06-05T10:50:00.000+02:00

Over recent weeks we have been experiencing various problems with the Wirral Bikers Forum. The security and integrity of the Forum has been compromised and the most likely cause being some form of unauthorised access. In order to resolve this issue the direct link to the Forum from this website has been temporarily disabled and replaced with an email "Contact Us" link. A new, more secure Forum is being created and will be going live in the near future. We will update on this as soon as it's available for use.

Llanberis Pass

2009-05-04T08:56:00.000+02:00

Llanberis Weekend

2009-05-03T08:24:00.001+02:00

Well after much planning the Llanberis weekend has been and gone. We never had the numbers we originally envisaged, as quite a number withdrew due to other committments. However, for those who went it was an almost perfect weekend... the weather was absolutely glorious as the sun shone for the whole time we were there, the scenery and views from the 'Hut' were magnificent and the rides out extremely enjoyable. There is a photographic slideshow at the very bottom of this page but I have now added some video footage of the return ride through the Llanberis pass on the Sunday. This footage is in 3 parts and so to see all of it, scroll down to the bottom of this text. My appologies for the camera shake but it was my first attempt to film from the bike...and was not easy holding the videocam whilst simultaneously operating the throttle and clutch......He hee yes you guessed it, in reality I mounted the camera on the handlebars, not taking into account that the front suspension would cause problems. I put this down to a 'Senior' moment.... Still at least you will get a flavour of the ride and its views.

Llanberis, Ludlow & Ponderosa Trips

2009-04-06T16:10:00.000+02:00

Make a Smilebox slideshow

Llanberis Weekend

2009-03-05T12:42:00.000+01:00

Plans are well in hand now with all the arrangements for the Llanberis Weekend staying at the Chamois Mountaineering Centre on 17th & 18th April 2009. The earliest acceptable arrival time for the Friday afternoon will be posted on the Forum as soon as it is confirmed. We will also have in excess of 20 riders and so it has been suggested that, rather than try and cook for the whole group, it may be easier to eat out. Details of the proposed diner for both breakfasts and evening meals will be posted on the main Forum. The above notwithstanding, people are still free to bring their own food with them and cook it "in house". In any event it would be sensible for people to bring milk, tea or coffee with them anyway, for having drinks whenever they require. The proposed route and map for Saturday's rideout from Llanberis to Haverfordwest in Pembrokeshire can be found a little further down this page, immediately underneath the Countdown recorder.

New Webpage

2009-02-28T10:51:00.000+01:00

Welcome motorcyclists to the new webpage of Wirral Bikers, it has been created to visually show who we are and what we do. To read more about our activities click on the Wirral Bikers Forum link on this page. If you want to join us you can register via the forum and then enjoy the benefits of being a registered member. This allows full access to all sections of the Forum, you are also able to post up your own comments and take part in all activities. If you wish to contact us then send your email to wirralbikers@live.co.uk

As this page develops more features will be added, currently we have a UK date and time clock near the bottom of the page and also a couple of others especially for members of our group, namely Madonorth and MikeStreetTriple, who are currently in Yemen and Brazil respectively.

You will also note a live weather chart.....it's current default is New York but just click on the edit button alongside the New York name and put your own location in, to see what the weather is doing in your neck of the woods.