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          • BANK HOLIDAY ‘RIDE IN’ AT THE NMM! Featuring ‘An Audience with Lili Myers’ 
          • Last bike ridden by Hairy Biker Dave Myers to be auctioned for charity
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      • Founder WR (Roy) Richards
        • Founder WR (Roy) Richards
          • Founder William Roy Richards & The History Of The National Motorcycle Museum.

            The story of The National Motorcycle Museum is also the story of one incredible man, Mr William Roy Richards. On this page you can learn a little bit about Mr Richards and what lead to him founding the largest British Motorcycle Museum in the world.
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      • The Collection
        • The Collection
          • The National Motorcycle Museum houses the largest collection of British motorcycle’s in the world with over 1000 machines from 170 different manufacterers spanning no less than three centuries! Of the 1000 plus machines in the collection there are around 850 on display at any one time throughout the museum’s five huge display halls.

            With our earliest pioneer machine dating from 1898 through to the latest British superbikes of this century the museum collection highlights both the development of the motorcycle as well as showcasing the UKs proud motorcycle manufacturing heritage.

            On the collection page you will find a taster of just how amazing the National Motorcycle Museum really is with an alphabetical list of each of the 170 marques that make up our unique inventory.
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      • Special Exhibitions
        • Special Exhibitions
          • With an inventory of British Motorcycles as large as ours the displays in the five halls that make up the National Motorcycle Museum and constantly evolving and changing.

            On the special exhibits page you will find the latest news on our latest, temporary, exhibits.
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      • Display Halls
        • Display Halls
          • Our main display halls page gives you an overview of the Museum collection with an east to follow list & images which give a glimpse of what to expect when you visit the world’s greatest British motorcycle museum.

            With 170 marques and over 850 British motorcycle’s on display at any one time we certainly can’t show you everything that our five huge display halls contain! However our (mainly alphabetical listings) are designed to whet your appetite as regards just how special a place The National Motorcycle Museum really is.
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      • Team NMM Racing
        • Team NMM Racing
          • Team National Motorcycle Museum Racing was formed in 2015 to contest the F1 race in that years Isle of Man Classic TT when William Dunlop rode one of the museum's original and iconic rotary Norton race bikes. The team exists to showcase some of the museum's competition inventory as it was originally intended to be used - back on track!

            For full details and some great video footage see the main Team National Motorcycle Museum page.
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      • Latest Acquisitions
        • Latest Acquisitions
          • During any given year any number of new machines will go on display within the five large halls that make up the National Motorcycle Museum. These machines will have come from a number of sources including new acquisitions or those from our own “stock” of unrestored machines that have been renovated in the Museum’s own workshop.

            Please click here to learn more about the Museums collecting policy.

            On this page you will find regular updates about which machines have just come into the collection.
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      • Meet The Team
        • Meet The Team
          • It’s not just the bikes at The National Motorcycle Museum that make us so special! Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are here to make your visit informative as well as enjoyable.

            With decades of combined experience our team are able to help with many of the queries that you might have about the British Motorcycles that make up the Museum collection. You can discover more about everyone on the main Meet the Team page and find out more about their roles within the greatest motorcycle museum in the world.

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      • Latest Videos
        • Latest Videos
          • View some of the footage of our latest exhibitions, demonstrations and Friends of the Museum events.

            Featuring some of our latest must watch videos - we've assembled a collection of The National Motorcycle Museums best content.
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      • Getting here & Parking
        • Getting Here & Parking
          • The National Motorcycle Museum is located directly on the J6 island of the M42 motorway, directly opposite the NEC near Solihull in the West Midlands.

            Once you are on the A45 and in the vicinity of the NEC and Airport, please look for our highway brown signs.

            Please see the main getting here and parking page for more details include air, rail & public transport.

          • Sat Nav Postcode : B92 0EJ

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        • *Some navigation systems (including certain TOMTOM models) misdirect visitors when using the correct museum postcode B92 0EJ. When near to our location which is situated on Junction 6 (M42 Motorway) we also suggest following the brown signs.
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      • Opening Hours & Prices
        • Admission Prices
          • Adults£15.00
            Senior Citizens£13.00
            Children 5-15 year old£8.00
            Family Ticket£35.00

            Discounts available for parties of 10 or more, click here for more details

            The National Motorcycle Museum now operates a cashless policy. Payment for admissions, shop and our foyer food court must be made by credit or debit card.

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        • Opening Times
          • Monday 08:30 - 17:30
            Tuesday 08:30 - 17:30
            Wednesday 08:30 - 17:30
            Thursday 08:30 - 17:30
            Friday 08:30 - 17:30
            Saturday 08:30 - 17:30
            Sunday 08:30 - 17:30

            Last museum admission 4.30pm The National Motorcycle Museum is open every day of the year except Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & Boxing Day.
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      • Our Facilities
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        • Our Facilities
          • The National Motorcycle Museum

            The National Motorcycle Museum is recognised as the finest and largest British motorcycle museum in the world and originally opened its doors in October 1984 with a collection of 350 motorcycles on display. The Museum collection now boasts some 1000 plus machines, fully restored to the manufacturers original specifications with over 850 on display at any one time.

            The National Conference Centrewww.nationalconferencecentre.co.uk

            The National Conference Centre situated on the same site as the National Motorcycle Museum is also one of the UKs largest conferencing and events facilities. The award winning conference centre has 13 purpose built suites available, including the Wardroom, seating small parties of up to 20 guests, and the Imperial Suite which can host 1000.

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      • What Our Visitors Say
        • Testimonials

          • I have visited the National Motorcycle Museum several times now, both on my own and with my family. I was amazed at how many bikes were on display and how many different manufacturers bikes there were. We spent the day at the museum and enjoyed a delicious lunch at the cafe where the staff were lovely and helpful.

            Michael Canavan Visited January 2015

            Whilst restoring my BSA Bantam, I decided to make a visit to the NMM for inspiration. I found numerous models practically identical to mine – and the staff were so helpful.

            I even manage to obtain an original manufacturers manual from the BMS catalogue whilst I was there!

            Jeff Smith Visited December 2014
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      • Photography and filming
        • Photography and filming
          • The National Motorcycle Museum encourages our visitors to take photographs/video footage during their visit to the National Motorcycle Museum as long as this is not for commercial use.

            On the photography & filming page you will find more details including how to request press & commercial access to the inventory.
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      • Museum Tours
        • Museum Tours
          • The National Motorcycle Museum collection really comes to life when you book a guided ‘Highlights’ tour with one of our experienced tour guides.

            Guided tours must be pre-booked and are available to everyone including those wanting to book a special birthday treat for an individual loved one up to large groups visiting us from clubs, societies, schools and industry. For more details see the main Museum Tours page.
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      • Groups/Organisations & Special Occasions
        • Groups/Organisations & Special Occasions
          • Given its unique nature, breadth of facilities and central location The National Motorcycle Museum is the perfect venue for your club, organisation or business to old a wide variety of functions & events.

            See the main Groups/Organisations & Special Occasions page for more details of what the museum has to offer.
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      • Learning / Education
        • Learning Menu
          • Schools & Colleges
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        • Learning
          • We welcome visits from schools, college’s & university’s from all around the UK. The National Motorcycle Museum is a popular destination for all types of educational groups wishing to explore all aspects of the UKs great motorcycle manufacturing heritage. The National Motorcycle Museum is the perfect educational venue for all ages of school & university students.
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      • Friends of the museum
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          • Try A Classic Bike Days
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        • Friends of the museum
          • 2014 saw the launch of “Friends of The National Motorcycle Museum” which is the most exciting and innovative Membership scheme ever undertaken by a Museum or similar organisation.

            Museum Director James Hewing stated “we have tremendous plans over the next few years to make The National Motorcycle Museum a truly dynamic resource for everyone who love’s old motorcycles. Building on Museum founder Roy Richards incredible legacy we want to give enthusiasts the chance not only to be part of, but more importantly, to take part in some unique activities that just wouldn’t be possible otherwise. The unique content of our Museum Friends Scheme will allow people to learn about, ride & enjoy old bikes whilst benefiting financially from the huge savings that can be made by insuring their machines via our insurance scheme”.

            More details can be found by clicking on the various pages opposite which also contain some exciting video footage showing what you can expect when you become a Friend of the Museum!
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      • Offering an item to the museum
        • Offering an item to the museum
          • Collecting is the core work that we do and new material is being added to the collections all the time. We are always grateful for offers of British Motorcycles, spares and related artefacts. For more details please see the main Offering an item to the museum page.
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      • Volunteers
        • Volunteers
          • Volunteers are an important part of our work and in return the Museum can offer a valuable and fulfilling experience to those willing assist our work. People volunteer for a wide variety of reasons and for more details see the main Volunteers page.
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      • Fundraising & Donations
        • Fundraising & Donations
          • The National Motorcycle Museum doesn’t receive any form of public funding and is therefore partially dependent on the success of our conference venue hire and banqueting complex.

            The support and donations of individuals and industry for the funds to maintain our high standards of display, exhibits and amenities are vital to our work are also vital. On the Fundraising and Donations page you will find more details of how you can support us.
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      • Collecting Policy
        • Collecting Policy
          • The National Motorcycle Museum collection is 100% British only & focuses on material & motorcycles relevant to, or manufactured by, the British motorcycle industry.

            The National Motorcycle Museum receives no public funding and therefore donations of both motorcycles & related artefacts are always very welcome.
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  • Events
      • Events Calendar
        • Events Calendar
          • The National Motorcycle Museum & National Conference Centre host a wide variety of events which aren’t always about motorcycles! For more details see our full events list.
        • Upcoming Events

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            12apr12:30 pm- 4:00 pmMuseum Friends Try a Classic Bike Day12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
            13apr9:30 am- 3:30 pmMidland Coin Fair9:30 am - 3:30 pm
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      • Museum Friends Events
        • Museum Friends Events
          • Becoming a Friend of the National Motorcycle Museum gives unique access to of the most exciting and unusual activities & events in the world of classic motorcycling! For more details see our full friends events list.

            Museum Friends Events
        • Upcoming Friends Events
          • 1st Mar 2025 Restoration Lecture With Rick Parkington
            29th Mar 2025 Museum Friends Classic Motorcycle Tour
            12th Apr 2025 Museum “Try A Classic Bike” Day
            25-26th Oct 2025 Museum LIVE Hospitality
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      • Museum Live 2025
        • Museum Live 2025
          • Every year the National Motorcycle Museum celebrates the anniversary of its opening to the public with a huge free “Museum Live” open weekend which takes place in late October.

            Utilizing both the museum and our extensive conference facilities “Museum Live” sees the National Motorcycle Museum throw open the doors of the museum and everyone will be invited to visit the museum collection free of charge.

            Due to huge demand what started as a single day has now become a weekend event. Featuring some of the biggest stars from the world of motorcycling, it’s one of the biking events of the year!

            For more details of this year’s event see the main Museum Live page.
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      • Motorcycle Auctions
        • Motorcycle Auctions
          • POWERED BY H&H CLASSICS.

            The National Motorcycle Museum hosts three dedicated motorcycle auctions per year (spring, summer & autumn) which are facilitated by our auction partner H&H Classics.

            Wednesday 26th March 2025
            Wednesday 9th July 2025
            Wednesday 29th October 2025
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  • Partners
  • Specialist Services
      • Insurance Services
        • Insurance Services (Powered by Footman James)
          • Becoming a Friend of the National Motorcycle Museum entitles you to take advantage of the incredibly low rates that we have negotiated for your Classic Motor Cycle Insurance via our Insurance partner Footman James.

            See the insurance services page for more details of our specialist rates for Friends of the National Motorcycle Museum from just £76.00.
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      • Insurance Claim Damage Repair
        • Insurance Claim Damage Repair
          • If you have been unfortunate enough to be involved in an accident on your classic, vintage or veteran motorcycle you know how hard it can be to find a specialist to undertake the repair work on your pride & joy.

            The National Motorcycle Museums workshop can tackle the most challenging rectification work on the oldest machines, see the main Insurance Claim Damage Repair page for more details.
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      • Bruce Main-Smith Technical Literature
        • Bruce Main-Smith Technical Literature
          • As well as boasting the largest collection of British motorcycles in the world, The National Motorcycle Museum also has an incredible archive of technical literature for motorcycles. The museum has recently completed a project to digitize this incredible resource of over 5000 items.

            Bruce Main-Smith & Company Ltd is a specialist supplier of motorcycle books & technical literature which has formed part of the National Motorcycle Museum’s portfolio since 2013. We are pleased to be able to continue to supply all the photocopy sets, workshop manuals, parts books, sale’s catalogues & instruction books that have always formed such a valuable resource to both restorers & enthusiasts over the past years.

            On the Bruce Main Smith page you will find full details of all our specialist technical literature which is all available to purchase on-line.
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      • Castrol Oil Products
        • Castrol Oil Products
          • The National Motorcycle Museum is proud to be able to supply Castrol classic lubricants, associated products and Castrol heritage memorabilia in both the museum shop and online.

            Established in 1899, originally as C.C.Wakefield, Castrol launched their first lubricant for motorcycles in 1906 and has been at the leading edge of motor technology ever since.

            On the main Castrol page you will find more details of the products we stock as well as how to receive them directly to your front door by mail-order.
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      • Tyre Services
        • Tyre Services
          • As part of our specialist services and retail operation The National Motorcycle Museum is pleased to be able to supply a huge range of motorcycle tyres which can be ordered on-line for convenient next day delivery to your home or business address.

            We are able to supply tyres to fit most machines from the beaded edge type for the earliest pioneer bikes through to the superbikes of the 1970s and 80s as well as inner tubes and other accessories.
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      • Services To Restorers
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          • Motorcycle Restoration
          • Photographic Services
        • Services To Restorers
          • Whilst The National Motorcycle Museum might hold the biggest and best collection of British motorcycles in the world we are about so much more than just our bikes!

            It is our stated aim to provide a wealth of specialist services and unique activities (via our museum friends scheme) which allow people to make the very most of owning classic British motorcycles.

            More information can be found within the Specialist Services section or on the pages listed on the menu to the left. Don’t forget that our Bruce main-Smith archive of photocopy technical literature is an invaluable service to all restorers and owners of classic bikes.
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      • Media Services & Film Props
        • Media Services & Film Props
          • As a world class institution staffed by knowledgeable experts The National Motorcycle Museum is a leading resource for all types of media and other organisations as regards historic British motorcycles.

            On the media services & films props page you will find a list of some of the ways that we can help you ranging from sourcing a particular historic motorcycle for your film production through to press consultancy for print or broadcast media articles.
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      • Probate Valuations & Advice
        • Probate Valuations & Advice
          • The museum is often asked to offer advice on the valuation & disposal of motorcycles following the passing of a relative and we are always able to offer impartial advice at what can be a difficult time.

            For further information contact james@thenmm.co.uk or call 01675 443311
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NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM ON-LINE SHOP “MUSEUM LEGENDS” UPDATED FOR CHRISTMAS.

By Jack Jobling on November 15, 2017 in News

The National Motorcycle Museum is delighted to announce that our “Museum Legends” on-line retail shop […]

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LATEST FRIENDS RIDE A CLASSIC DAY

Latest Friends Ride a Classic Day

By Raluca Judele on August 9, 2016 in News, Press Release

Saturday 06/08/16 saw another group of 50 members of our museum friends scheme riding machines […]

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Recent News

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  • Last bike ridden by Hairy Biker Dave Myers to be auctioned for charity
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  • National Motorcycle Museum Winter Raffle
  • Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at The National Motorcycle Museum!

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