Who are we?

The Biker ‘Unemployable’ was the word used to describe Roger at the end of an honours degree course in Business Studies, and the tutor’s assessment has proved to be true. A passion for all things vehicular, especially if graced with only two or three wheels, led to a career as a self-employed motorcycle instructor, at a time when the training industry was completely unregulated.

This dedication to helping young riders led to a the creation of Cyclecraft Motorcycle Training in 1981, a business that has gone from strength to strength, and has now moved to Durston Elms, giving a range of services to the rider and car driver that are second to none. Instructor turned garage-owner, this bike-nut, restless and impatient for an impeccable standard of service, is still probably unemployable.

The Engineer Welcome to our technical department … Mark Eveleigh, a one-man service centre who is never really happy unless all the ramps are full, with more cars waiting; workshop manager, mechanic, expert in customer care. Mark has a wealth of experience in all kinds motor vehicles as well as the latest computer technology you may need to manage them.

The Boss Anyone who has brought up on a farm on the edge of rugged Dartmoor learns to take the rough with the smooth, and with such a background, Lindsay is the ever-optimistic hub of the many and diverse activities at Durston Elms.   Car and motorcycle instructor, petrol pump attendant and village shop keeper, but mainly administrator and record keeper, this Harley-riding ‘Hell’s Babe’ has that unique ability to keep cool and remain smiling when all those around are losing their heads – thankfully.

And finally ... The Brawn