Lili Myers, wife of the late Dave Myers, has shared touching details about her husband’s final days and his beloved motorbike, which is now up for grabs. The much-loved TV personality from the Hairy Bikers passed away in February last year at 66 following a battle with cancer.
His cherished bike, which featured in the Hairy Bikers series, is set to go under the hammer on March 26.
During a pre-recorded segment on BBC Breakfast aired on Monday (March 10), Lili, accompanied by reporter Jayne McCubbin, visited the bike shop where she emotionally remarked: “Gosh look at that. It’s wonderful to see it again.”
Reflecting on Dave’s passion for biking, Lili said: “He was so excited about it because just a few months before he never thought that he would ride a bike again.”
She expressed her joy at seeing him back on two wheels: “Of course I was delighted that he was able to do it again. This was his last horse and it was with him on his last journey. He was like a little kid in a toy shop, whenever there was a whiff of some adventure,” reports the Express.
The bike gained fame on the final Hairy Bikers series, showcasing Dave and his co-star Si King as they embarked on a scenic journey along the UK’s west coast, from Scotland to Devon. Following Dave’s death, their last trip together aired as a heartfelt homage to him.
The BSA Goldstar, typically valued at around £8,000, is hoped to fetch upwards of £10,000 at auction, with proceeds benefiting two causes dear to Myers – the NSPCC and the Institute for Cancer Research.
A spokesperson for BSA revealed: “By taking part in the auction, you’re not only giving yourself a shot at owning a piece of Hairy Bikers history, but you’re also making a real difference. Join us in honouring Dave’s legacy and supporting two causes that are making the world a better place.”
They added emphatically: “Both charities were close to Dave’s heart, making this raffle more than just a chance to take home something special – it’s an opportunity to contribute to the causes he deeply cared about.”
BBC Breakfast is on BBC One and BBC iPlayer
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