Dave Barkshire Motorcycle Centre

Fantastic experience: I am so happy with their motorcycle Direct Access Route training, I passed my Mod 1 and 2 easily, Pete is really an good instructor.

Fantastic experience: Great place to get your bike fixed Nice chap owns the business

Fantastic experience: I did my cbt test with Sam , I was very nervous I had very little to no experience . He was a great instructor kind, very patient . He was a fabulous instructor , thank you so much for all your help on passing . Five star review all the way , I couldn’t fault the service I received . Great prices too

Fantastic experience: Pete took me through the whole corse from CBT to Mod 2. Great tuition and good lad. Much more affordable than all the rest. Thoroughly recommend *****

Fantastic experience: Very well organised training centre Had my cbt with Sam easy to get on with have good laugh and teaches really well couldn’t fault the day Iv had with them Will recommend this to anyone well worth the time and money

Fantastic experience: Pete is brilliant and he really knows everything you need to know about riding a motorbike, he got me through both my mod1 and my mod2 first time with only 1 minor, couldn't thank him enough, great guy great experience!

Fantastic experience: Outstanding training, Pete was extremely patient, best around with his experience & knowledge taught me everything I needed to know, passed my mod 1 & mod 2 no minors, what more can I say. Thanks alot Pete, 5☆ would highly recommend best price around to.

Fantastic experience: I did both Mod 1 and Mod 2 training and tests with Pete. It was a fantastic experience from start to finish. He's a really great instructor! Will highly recommend him to others

Fantastic experience: 10/10 CBT centre, thanks to Pete and Julius for helping me with redoing my CBT at a competitive price, was casual and informative at the same time, nothing was missed And I walked away happy, Will be back to do my A2 in the years time without the doubt

Fantastic experience: Would recomand Pete, 100% greatest instructor and have a lot of patience

Fantastic experience: Took my direct access with these! Pete the trainer was amazing ! Extremely knowledgeable and consistent with his method that helped me sail through every part of the course ! Big thank you to yourself and I would highly recommend anyone wanting to take their test to use these guys !

Fantastic experience: all 3 trainers for my CBT were absolutely brilliant, would definitely recommend for anyone looking for some motorcycle training!

Fantastic experience: I completed my CBT today with Sam and Pete, they were both super friendly and helpful. They helped me develop the skills for riding safely. The experience was very enjoyable and novicefriendly. Highly recommended for anyone looking to do a CBT. Thanks again guys.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend if you are looking for motorcycle training or are in need of motorcycle maintence, Staff where really friendly and professional.

Fantastic experience: Thankyou to dave barkshire and team for my cbt today Today even at 37 I was extremely nervous But what can I say Julian is a credit to the cbt course he was patient and very very helpful and made my day very fun all I can say is thanks again and can't wait to start riding again If your looking to book this is the place to go

Positive experience: A great family run Business very helpful mechanics in there they explained everything to me about what was wrong with my bike and how to fix it, then repaired it for a decent price, would definitely recommend if you have any bike issues.

Fantastic experience: This guy goes completely out of his way to ensure he helps you to get your bike back on the road.. Highly Recommend

Negative experience: Rude, offensive and unprofessional. Took my motorbike here for a service. When I dropped it off I was asked if I had any issues and I said I thought the chain was a bit loose due to a tapping sound. I was advised this was part of the service. A couple of days after the service I was riding and noticed the tapping sound was still happening. Assuming it had been tensioned in the service I was concerned it was something else so I called and was advised to drop by so it could be checked. I went back a few days later when I had time (after confirming this was when I would be stopping by). When I got there, it seemed there was only one person there who was dealing with a customer at the time. While I get that he was busy, some form of acknowledgement that I was there would have been nice. Instead I was waiting for 10 minutes then the customer left and the staff member disappeared. He came back a few minutes later and asked how he could help so I explained why I was there - he looked irritated as if I was an inconvenience. He said he would have a quick look then walked back into the office. I went outside and waited with my bike - it was another 10 minutes, by which point I was on the verge of just leaving, before he came out. After putting my bike on the center stand, glancing at the chain, then starting the engine, putting it in gear and revving it, he cut the engine and said "yeah it's just the chain is a bit loose, do you not know how to tighten it?". I pointed out that they had serviced it a week before, and just got a blank look with an "and?" attitude. I pressed the matter and asked if it had been tightened during the service - he said it was part of the service so "will have been done" and seemed to think he could tell it had been done, but didn't allude as to how this was visible. I asked how it could be loose a week after the service and he said it was "natural chain stretch on a new chain" - the chain is not new, it's over 2 years old. He then went on to say "plus you're a bit of a lump and it has to pull you along the road so some stretch is expected.". Not what I was expecting to hear. He then said he could tighten it for me but couldn't fit it in until the following week. He muttered something about labor costs. I refuse to pay for something to be done that should have been done in the first place but clearly wasn't done at all. I thought I was saving myself some time by getting it done "professionally" but this obviously wasn't the right place to expect that level of service. All it has done is caused me more time while being insulted in the process. Needless to say I will not be using them again.

Fantastic experience: Class A. I'm gonna give this training company 5stars purely because of the training that I received was incredible, Pete which I believe to be thing king of all instructors was vital to my passing of the mod 1 and mod 2. A lot of effort and patience on Pete's behalf to get me that pass. He was recommended to me by a friend of mine and I'll be sure to pass on the recommendation to others who I'll be persuading to get their licences. A big thank you to Pete and the training company

Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing , can't thank Pete enough for helping me gain my bike license, would definitely recommend to anybody who wants to learn to ride n pass bike tests

Fantastic experience: Pete the trainer is next level. Really good at his job and he got me through my tests with zero faults. Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: CBT booked at fairly short notice at the beginning of the week. Managed to fit me in on the Saturday morning. Excellent course, very friendly and patient. Had a laugh and joke at the correct times, very relaxed no stress. Had all the time in the world for questions and explained everything very well. I haven't ridden in about 20 years but after having a jaunt around the test centre it all came back to me. Out on the road was straight forward with excellent instructions in my ear by intercom, with a good few hours riding. Stopped for a cuppa and stretch then we were back on the road for a bit. Back to the test centre and a little chat about a few things and that's it done. Couldn't fault it in anyway and it was an enjoyable day, very professional and patient with a great price to boot. Thanks

Fantastic experience: Very nice friendly man willing to help you and give you his time

Fantastic experience: Wow, what can I say, absolutely superb service!!! So helpful, gave me good advice, and looked after me a treat. Even recommended the equally superb B-24 Cafe just down the road to wait in while they worked on my bike. Excellent shop, so much stock, awesome motorbikes, and superlative staff. Definitely recommended 100% - 10/10...!!!

Fantastic experience: friendly staff, very helpful ,I'm very happy , will go back

Fantastic experience: Very helpful

Fantastic experience: Very helpful and excellent service

Negative experience: Took my bike for mot failed because I had tyre on the wrong way. Also need indicator bulbs. Was charged 60 pound just to get a tyre turned around which I refused to pay took it to another garage got in done for 15 quid. When I called back to get appointment to get MOT which I already paid for was told I would have to wait 2 weeks. Was a big fan of ktm but will not go back to this shop and know i think I’ll go with Yamaha and not even purchase anything ktm agine.

Negative experience: My son and myself took our CBT here today, can't fault the valuable instruction and training within the site complex, (although the complex can do with an upgrade, the portable toilets were disgusting) however out on the road for my son was totally different. He has just literally turned 16 and had never driven any type of motorised vehicle on the road previously so he was very, very nervous before he started, he lacks confidence at the best of times anyway, so when Peter the instructor started shouting and swearing at him through the mic while he was riding on a busy Saturday afternoon in heavy traffic through the city telling him to watch his Fu*king speed, or look over your Fu*king shoulder etc etc... I was somewhat angry and wanted to step in, however it would have made my son worse as he doesn't like confrontation, so I left it. We refuelled the bikes and while Peter was paying for the fuel my son asked if we were finished now and wanted to go home, but I persuaded him to carry on. We stopped for a coffee and my son sat at the café looking totally dejected, I was sad for him and as a father I had to bring his confidence back up which thankfully I did. I was gutted for him as we had a scooter sitting at home waiting for him to start his journey of independence and here was the instructor deflating my son to the point he wanted to go home because he was being shouted at and belittled in front of his father. He is a 16 year old kid who was nervous as hell and not once did the instructor praise him out on that ride, a well done or that was excellent would have gone a long way to building his confidence. In my opinion he did fantastic and on the journey home we had a chat and he now can't wait to go out on his bike with his dad. Would I use this driving school again , not a chance!!!!

Fantastic experience: I put in a call from Mexico due to an ongoing problem with my 2010 990R Adventure. Dave pinpointed the issue immediately and I am very grateful for his excellent advice, as I am back up and running and off up in to the Sierra Gorda mountain range in the state of Queretaro and San Luis Potosi. Thank you!!!!

Positive experience: Nice people

Negative experience: I was pleased when DB was able to do the first service on my KTM 390 Adv after being let down by the supplying dealer. After collecting the bike, and leaving it parked I discovered a large crack in the LHS side panel. I thought the bike had been vandalised whilst parked! Turned out the damage had been done during the service. Apparently I had not been informed due to a ‘communication error’. Two issues… Firstly I accept breakages happen but not when paying for a skilled KTM mechanic £84 an hour. Secondly not informing me was unacceptable. On the positive side a new panel had been ordered which I was able to collect a few days later. I think I will fit it myself! Less than delighted….

Negative experience: Shocking attitude to servicing a motorbike. Took my af twin and KTM there for service bill was £500 . The KTM came back with the same issue it went in with. Also the af twin came back with clutch cable missthreaded meaning the handle bars would not turn fully. Also my request for the clutch to be changed was ignored. Having to do it myself. Totally unreliable and super negative attitude. Checking my air filter it looks like it was not changed in the full service I was charged for. Also took weeks to do.

Fantastic experience: Beyond Excellent ,Absolutely Brilliant, superior to other motorcycle businesses like Dave Barkshire I cannot express in words the excellence of Dave Barkshire Motorcycles. The knowledge he and his staff have is beyond what other businesses know. Their customer service was brilliant. The prices are fair. Their dedication and effort to each and every customer is superb. Wouldn't recommend anywhere else!!

Fantastic experience: Outstanding service from all at Dave Barkshire motorcycles. Can't fault them in any way. 10/10 highly recommend

Negative experience: This is the 2nd KTM dealership that's given me bad service. Do not return calls, absolutely refuse to carry out warranty work. Bike was poorly PDI checked, if at all? Service booklet not filled in , if you can't be bothered, then don't bother. You DO NOT have the monopoly !

Fantastic experience: Very helpful

Fantastic experience: Brilliant shop for bikers has it all

Fantastic experience: Good place always helpful.

Fantastic experience: Pete was patient, thorough and fun to learn from. Would definitely recommend anyone to do their motorcycle training here

Fantastic experience: Great service and advice.fixed bike and running like new. Highly recommended

Fantastic experience: Very helpful

Fantastic experience: Got to love a motorbike shop esp KTM. Staff were very helpful.

Fantastic experience: What can I say.... Pete has been amazing from start to finish of my DAS , I had plenty of bad habits to kick with getting back on a bike after years of not riding. I went in with the belief that I only needed to use a training school to just get me through my tests, but actually learnt so much more about progressing my skill set which I can now use every time I jump on my bike. Anybody considering using DB motorcycle training don't hesitate you will be in the capable hands of the best instructors I have met and in Norfolk also... Thanks again Pete

Fantastic experience: Best place for Gaining your CBT

Positive experience: I guess if you know exactly what you're looking for this dealer would tick the boxes. I went to have a look at the KTM motorcycle range however I didn't speak to anyone as the salesperson was dealing with another customer.

Fantastic experience: Pete is a really great instructor. Patient, friendly and very easy to get along with. I passed my mod 1 and 2 first time with Pete's support and professional advice. Thank you so much!

Fantastic experience: Good people with good advice.

Fantastic experience: Superb service, thank you Dave and Matt

Fantastic experience: Great service and great team, Shugs did my MOT and him and Dave gave some really clear and good advise about how to get the best out of my bike. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: Superb service and friendly support from the team there.

Fantastic experience: Thank you to Pete from Dave Berkshire Motorcycles for getting me through MOD 2 and being accommodating, helpful and professional at such short notice.

Fantastic experience: Bought our first KTM's from here just after the first lockdown as really impressed with their expertise & knowledge. All COVID-19 distance measures were safely in place and we were talked through different bikes available and what would suit us best. Since then, they've always been on hand to help out & continue to give advice, cheers:)

Fantastic experience: All good there. Managing to provide bike maintenance services safely while sticking to all Covid restrictions, very pleased with their standard of customer service and quality of work

Fantastic experience: Very friendly staff/owners took the time to explain things about my bike that I didn’t know and answered all of my questions,all in all great service and good value for money

Fantastic experience: Whent there for my first bike ktm duke 125 and i could not be happier have choosen this vendor. Very professional and informative sales staff and very welcoming and homeley atmosphere. Highly recommend visiting and check them out. Thank you all at KTM for making a nervous first time rider happy, safe and confident :-)

Fantastic experience: My bike was serviced bang on time and all work completed to a high standard A very efficient, friendly and professional team, I will definitely be visiting again for my next service...

Fantastic experience: Bought a new bike, fantastic service. Very friendly staff who were extremely helpful. Would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Great family run business. Always look after me in there. Beat place to go for KTM bikes and gear.

Fantastic experience: Very helpful, highly recommended.

Positive experience: Friendly as usual.

Fantastic experience: Done my CBT here! Learnt loads, and the price was unbeatable!

Fantastic experience: I bought a new peugeot scooter for work commute. Dave and Alex were very helpful and a pleasure to deal with. I would definitely recommend this company...5 stars.

Fantastic experience: Helpful and swift, will definitely be returning in the future

Fantastic experience: During lockdown, Dave MOT`ed my Kawasaki so I could do volunteer medication delivery for the NHS thanks, one of the best !!

Fantastic experience: Friendly staff/owners, good selection of bikes:)

Fantastic experience: Good professional friendly service

Fantastic experience: Looking for a 125 motorcycle for my lad, the most pleasant and friendly welcome of all of Norwich's dealers, and very helpful too.

Fantastic experience: Very helpful knowledgeable and friendly staff

Fantastic experience: Friendly, caring and informative. Just great

Fantastic experience: I was shown around and had a very detailed discussion about possible motorcycles to suit my needs by Alex. Very good service.

Fantastic experience: Great service!

Fantastic experience: Great service. Friendly staff.

Negative experience: Shocking customer service been taking my bike there for a few years but won't anymore the guy behind the till upstairs needs to find a new path in life i think as it sure looks like he hates that place, chucked my card back at me didn't utter a word. A lot of very miserable people moping about this place jeeez

Negative experience: Had my scooter mot done (and oil change) there, sailed through, BUT, was told less than £50 when I booked, somehow that became over £70, not happy as the labour rate escalated from what I was told! Won't be going there again. Sorry

Fantastic experience: Great bikes, great people

Fantastic experience: Fantastic shop, fantastic people! Have bought 2 bikes through them over the past 4 years, gear, helmet, goggles the lot! Good range of protection and gear aswell as gorgeous bikes! Any work done on the bike is done by them also, full engine rebuild, and plenty of other work all done to the best standard! Highly recommended! Go orange!!

Fantastic experience: If you want genuine advice and excellent service you need to visit them

Fantastic experience: Best shop ever. All staff are really helpful.

Positive experience: Friendly and good service

Negative experience: Have not been here yet.

Fantastic experience: Nice ppl and trainer

Fantastic experience: Top Shop Always Welcoming Wouldn't Go Anywhere Else

Fantastic experience: Great ktm dealer

Fantastic experience: Made very welcome. Excellent stock of bikes. Very accommodating staff. Lovely bunch of guys. Dave is a top bloke. Got a good deal. Thanks.

Fantastic experience: Great people, with a lot of stock and excellent one to one cbt training

Positive experience: Happy birthday to Dave Berkshires Motorcycles.

Fantastic experience: Good knowledge and service.

Fantastic experience: Always a pleasure to drop in to have a chat with Dave and the team. I think if you pop in often enough you'll accidentally buy something!

Fantastic experience: Very helpful and knowledgeable

Negative experience: Took bike in for repair. They put in the wrong lambda sensor so it ran rich. They wouldn't change out the part. Their mistake cost me a small fortune.

Fantastic experience: Excellent customer service bought a moped from them recently they treated me like family

Fantastic experience: It was beautiful man

Fantastic experience: Great range of bikes and a knowledgeable team

Fantastic experience: Very good and friendly and helpful

Negative experience: Very unproffesional was booked in to do my cbt and not having transport i had to arrange a lift to be there for 8 20am to get told im not able to do it because i dont have the correct equipment, i was never told or asked so be careful wasting your time with these people

Fantastic experience: Very helpful. Got a new motorbike jacket which was very comfortable. So yes would highly recommend Dave Barkshire.

Fantastic experience: My wife had to buy a new motorbike jacket. Looked all around at different stores but nothing fitted her very well. Went to dave Berkshire found a jacket that was perfect. Highly recommend his company.

Negative experience: Very rude

Fantastic experience: Very helpful and caring staff