Newsletter – December 2025
DECEMBER 2025
2025 was a fantastic year for our Dealership. The hot weather was welcomed after a long winter, and it was great to see so many of you visit us throughout the year.
Our main highlight was our 45-year celebrations in March. With hundreds of you attending on the first sunny day of the year it was a great success. The great man himself, Alan, also came and it was good to see so many new and old faces. Many thanks to all of you who provided us with photographs for our history wall.
All our brands did well and here are some of the highlights.
KAWASAKI
2025 saw Kawasaki lead the way with their Euro 5+ machines. The Versys and Ninja SX both received an upgraded 1100 engine offering increased acceleration and performance. The Z900 received tech upgrades including a 6-axis IMU, new 5-inch TFT dash along with standard cruise and a quickshifter.
2026 will see some exciting new models. The Z900 RS and Z900 RS SE returns to our showroom in January 2026. With some upgrades including electronic cruise control, up/down quickshifter (KQS) and some new colour options. Pricing starts from £11,499. Also expected in Spring 2026 is the all new KLE500 and SE models. Pricing starts from £5,999 otr and we shall have a demonstrator available.
PIAGGIO GROUP
2025 saw a major engine upgrade to the GTS 310. Improvements included increased power and torque, new injectors and improved belts, making it smoother and quieter. This was our best selling scooter of the year, with the Blu Eclettico SuperSport being the most popular model.
The new Tuareg Rally was well received, and this model continues into 2026.
Our evening with Mick Extance in September supported by Aprilia and Moto Guzzi was a great success and thoroughly enjoyable. Dave from the Lemon Drizzle Gang did a great interview with Mick and created a You Tube including their review of the Tuareg. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRwz1NFpROA
Looking to 2026 many models have received colour upgrades including the RSV4, Tuono V4, V85 and Stelvio.
ROYAL ENFIELD
2025 saw the introduction of the Bear 650 and this was our best selling Royal Enfield of 2025. The Himalayan 450 also remained a popular choice.
In September over 25 riders attended our One Ride Event supported by our Ambassadors Martin and Ade. We shall be supporting this event again next year.
In Spring 2026 we shall be hosting an event with Nick Sanders MBE, who is the Royal Enfield Global Ride Ambassador. Nick shall be hosting “An Evening With Nick Sanders” in Spring 2026 at our Dealership. We shall let you know more details when we have them.
SUZUKI
2025 saw the welcome return to our showroom of the DRZ-400. The bike had a major update, including new chassis, fuel injected engine, ride-by-wire, new KYB suspension, traction control and rider modes.
Next year sees the return of the 40th Anniversary Edition GSX-R1000 in stunning colourways Pearl Vigour Blue, Candy Daring Red and Pearl Ignite Yellow.
AFTER SALES
Our Technicians have continued their training to increase their knowledge and skills. Jake and Matty were successful in their IMI training and Calum has now completed his apprenticeship and is fully qualified. They have also completed their MOT training ready for the year ahead.
Jobs which have been highlighted have been completing Grand Tourer Kits on Versys 1100, 15,000 mile services on the Mandello, 30,000 mile service on a H2 SX.
We carried out a painted refresh on a Z650 RS in Pearl White and Emerald Green as celebration of the KH1.
We continue to update our LS2, Richa, Moto Girl, Oxford ranges, with new additions expected.
GENERAL
We are thankful to have the best Brand Ambassadors. They work incredibly hard to support our Dealership and are a great support – Tommy Aston (Kawasaki), Ade Nicholson and Martin Lucas (Royal Enfield), Steve Gwatkin, Matt Bellis (Kawasaki). We want to hold more events next year and would welcome any suggestions. Special thanks also goes to The Lemon Drizzle Gang.
We are very proud of our Google Reviews and thank everyone who has taken the time to post a review.
Special thanks go to everyone at A&D Motorcycles, we are truly blessed to have a great team who go above and beyond to offer you the highest standards.
We shall be closed from 5 pm Tuesday 23 December until 8:30 am Friday 2 January 2026.
WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A SAFE AND HAPPY NEW YEAR -SEE YOU IN 2026