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Meet Andy
Andy (OC): began his journey on the open roads as an HGV driver for a prominent national company, a role he held for approximately two years. This experience behind the wheel laid the foundation for his appreciation of long-haul journeys and the freedom of the open road. However, Andy’s career path soon took a turn as he ventured into the flooring industry, working for a small local business for nearly five years. During this period, he honed his skills and developed a deep understanding of the trade, balancing his time between working for a local firm and running his own valeting business.
Before diving into motorbiking, Andy owned a motorhome for four years, an experience that ended with an unintentional redesign of the front and rear bumpers during a trip to the Stelvio Pass. After gaining substantial experience and building a reputation in the flooring industry, Andy took the leap to start his own business. His entrepreneurial spirit and dedication ensured his success as he navigated the challenges of self-employment. Despite spending much of his career “on his knees” working on floors, Andy’s passion for the open road never waned. His close friendship with Matt, a fellow biking enthusiast, played a pivotal role in rekindling his interest in motorcycles.
Under Matt’s encouragement, Andy discovered the joys of motorbiking. Over the years, he explored a wide variety of motorcycles, from Triumphs and Harleys to Ducati’s, Hondas, and BMWs. Despite owning 19 different bikes in just 16 years, Andy is still on the quest to find the perfect one, a testament to his insatiable curiosity and love for the two-wheeled machines.
As a proud father of a son, Andy hopes to pass on his passion for biking to the next generation. He dreams of the day when his son will join him on European motorcycle tours, experiencing the thrill of the open road together. One of Andy’s aspirations is to attend the famous Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, envisioning a future where he and his son can share such iconic biking adventures.
Andy’s story is one of relentless pursuit, both in his professional life as a successful flooring entrepreneur and in his personal life as a dedicated motorcycling enthusiast. His journey from an HGV driver to a self-made businessman, all the while exploring his passion for motorbikes, is an inspiration to those who value perseverance and the pursuit of one’s passions.
- Triumph Street Triple
- Triumph 1050 ST
- Harley Street Glide
- Ducati Multistrada
- Honda Adventure
- Honda Fireblade
- BMW 1200 GS Adventure
- Honda 1000 R
- BMW 1200 RT Iconic
- BMW 1250 GS Adventure
- BMW HP2 Sport
- BMW R9 T Racer Heritage Collection
- BMW 1250 GS Adventure
- BMW 1250 RT (full option 719 pack)
- BMW 1600 GTL (full option 719 pack)
- Honda Goldwing Tour (air bag)
- Harley Sport Glide
- Harley Street Glide Special
- Harley Low Rider ST