Bikezar in Inverness marked its official opening weekend on 25 and 26 April 2026 with two well attended events that brought together riders, music and motorsport.

The new motorcycle hub, backed by Dicksons of Inverness, has already been building momentum locally, but the weekend was designed to formally launch it as a centre for Highland bike culture.

Saturday’s event drew more than 130 bikers to the venue, creating a lively atmosphere that carried throughout the evening as people gathered, caught up and explored what Bikezar has to offer.

The headline appearance came from Steve Parrish, a former professional motorcycle racer and one of the most recognisable voices in motorsport, whose career has spanned racing, truck championships and decades of television commentary.

Parrish proved to be a natural fit for the occasion, sharing stories from across his career with a mix of humour and honesty that connected easily with the crowd.

Live music from Punching Elvis added to the energy of the night, while Forbes Farm Fresh kept people fed as the event moved between conversation, entertainment and the shared pull of bikes and stories.

A Knockhill track day competition added an extra layer of interest, giving attendees something to aim for beyond the atmosphere of the evening itself.

What stood out most was the turnout and the sense that this was something the local scene had been waiting for, with riders turning up in numbers and staying to be part of it.

Sunday carried that momentum forward with Bikezar’s first organised rideout, as more than 80 bikers set off together on the Ullapool Chippy Run.

The group left Inverness late morning and made the journey west in convoy, arriving in Ullapool where fish and chips were waiting at The Seaforth Chippy.

The weather held, the roads behaved and the ride delivered exactly what it promised, a shared experience built around the simple pleasure of being out on the bike.

Feedback from across the weekend has been strongly positive, with organisers noting the turnout, the atmosphere and the response from those who took part.

Behind the events sits a clear intention to make Bikezar more than just a venue, positioning it as a long term base for riders across the Highlands.

That means regular events, rideouts and a place where the community can gather without needing an excuse.

The opening weekend has done the hard part by proving there is an appetite for it.

Now the challenge is to build on that start and keep the momentum going.

If the first weekend is anything to go by, Bikezar has arrived at the right time and in the right place.

Bikezar’s opening weekend has given Inverness a new focal point for motorcycle culture, combining strong turnout, real community energy and a clear sign that the Highland bike scene is ready for something built around it.