Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tues 25th March from 1pm
Auction: Wed 26th March from 9am
Location: Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
Registration No: EJ23 NYA
Frame No: MZDB11C15P1B06350
MOT: Not Applicable
Used by the late Dave Myers for the BBC’s ‘The Hairy Bikers Go West’ BBC2 TV show (2023), his last on-screen appearance
Donated by BSA and offered for sale by his widow, Liliana Myers, to benefit NSPCC Childline and CancerCare North Lancashire & South Cumbria
A modern classic ridden by a true and much missed star of the small screen
As one-half of 'The Hairy Bikers', the late Dave Myers’ enthusiasm for motorcycles and cooking brought joy to millions. Si King and Dave Myers established a joyous friendship that was a draw for audiences from 2009 until 2023, beginning their TV career in 2009 when they hosted a 30-part daytime series for BBC Two, The Hairy Bikers' Food Tour of Britain. Dave was even a contestant on BBC's 2013 series of 'Strictly Come Dancing'. Their friendship began when they met on TV sets, where Si was a location manager and Dave was a make-up and prosthetics artist. A love of food and bikes had led to the format that featured the pair riding motorbikes, including the BMW R1200GS, F650GS and Triumph Rocket III, between different communities where they'd cook.
Dave met his wife Liliana on the show, and following her loss she has spoken about his 'last horse' (the BSA Goldstar) during a series of BBC and Channel 5 TV interviews. Dave Myers said he hoped he'd be remembered as someone "who had a go" and that he hoped people around him would "never limit" their goals. The bike represents Dave's last adventure and his spirit and fight. At one stage he didn't know whether he would even be able to ride his 'last horse' or not on screen. As well as raising funds for charities close to Dave's heart, the BSA might find a new owner that would use the machine on 'Dave Day 2025', which follows on from the 2024 event (as seen on TV) that saw 46, 000 bikers remember Dave and the vitality his life represents, in a bike ride from London's Ace Cafe to Dave's home town of Barrow in Furness.
For what was to be his last TV series – ‘The Hairy Bikers Go West’ on BBC2 – the classic looks and contemporary performance of a 2023 BSA Gold Star proved irresistible. Powered by a 652cc single-cylinder engine as a nod to its predecessor, the modern Gold Star is a far more comfortable (and faster) ride. ‘EJ23 NYA’ is believed to be in 'Legacy' spec with the chrome mudguards, and has seen very little use since the completion of filming. To further honour Dave's memory, the museum had curated a special static display featuring life-size cut-outs of both Si King and Dave Myers, alongside the BSA, creating a poignant synergy that celebrates their enduring friendship.
Proceeds from the sale will be donated to NSPCC Childline and CancerCare North Lancashire & South Cumbria, reflecting Dave's generous spirit and commitment to giving back. We invite enthusiasts, fans, and collectors to join us in celebrating Dave Myers' legacy and to participate in this unique opportunity to own a piece of motorcycling history.
** Bidding will take place live at the venue, online via our H&H website, by telephone and commission**
Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door.
