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About Us

Established in 1930, Bennetts boasts a wealth of expertise, securing its position as one of the UK’s leading motorcycle, moped and scooter, multi-bike, custom and classic motorcycle insurance brokers. Employing approximately 170 staff, based in Peterborough and Coventry, Bennetts offers high quality products and services, with a mission to help motorcyclists “get more from motorcycling”.

Providing competitive bike insurance quotes, Bennetts use a network of top-tier underwriters to deliver specialist insurance cover, which has consistently attained the prestigious Defaqto 5 Star Rating for over 10 years.

Continually innovating, in 2012 Bennetts introduced BikeSocial, which has become a popular and trusted digital platform, engaging and entertaining motorcyclists with independent and authoritative motorcycling content on www.bikesocial.co.uk, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and X. Reaching over half a million motorcyclists every year, with content including comprehensive reviews on new and used bikes to unparalleled product testing, BikeSocial provides the latest news, exclusive interviews, features, and videos.

Bennetts’ BikeSocial Membership added-value programme is complimentary for riders who buy their insurance directly through Bennetts, or is available through a 12-month subscription. BikeSocial Membership grants access to an array of benefits, which include discounts on motorcycle gear, accessories, rider training, track days and more. Members also enjoy exclusive competitions and prizes which give unrivalled access to VIP Bennetts British Superbike Championship experiences. 

Bennetts is proud to be the longest-running title sponsor of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, and a devoted personal sponsor of the legendary Isle of Man TT racer, John McGuinness. Bennetts also support the Trail Riders Fellowship, to champion more responsible off-road riding and the TRF campaign to conserve Green Roads. 

In 2023, Bennetts launched the High Performance Awards, which help riders choose the most protective riding kit through a combination of existing standards, and Bennetts’ own certification supported by leading independent labs.

The company’s CSR initiatives support UK riders, and local and national charities, with employees actively fundraising and volunteering their support to the employee-nominated charities. In 2023 alone, Bennetts has supported 20 charities including Mental Health Motorbike, the Light Project Peterborough, Teenage Cancer Trust, the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, Movember men’s health, and local nursery, sports, youth and school group fundraising.