Can I insure my sidecar?

Yes. If you insure your bike with us, your sidecar is covered too. If you tow a caravan or trailer, they'll also be covered, as long as they were built to be towed by a bike and are attached to your bike in a standard way.

Do I need classic bike insurance if I don't ride the bike?

Yes. Unless you have declared your bike SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification), you will need to have insurance for it.

What level of cover do I need for my classic bike?

The level of cover you choose for your classic bike depends on the level of cover that best suits your needs. We offer third party only , third party fire and theft and fully comprehensive insurance.

Classic Bike Insurance

You could get specialist 5-star rated cover for less than £116*

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Insurance made easy with the most common bike modifications covered as standard
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Free access to exclusive offers, discounts and competitions on BikeSocial when you buy your insurance policy direct from Bennetts

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*30% of customers who took out a new policy between 1st January 2024 and 31st March 2024 and paid annually, paid £116 or less. Price includes IPT. Please note that cover and premiums are subject to individual circumstances

Looking for classic motorcycle insurance?

Whether you’re looking to insure your modern classic or your vintage bike, our insurance for classic bikes comes with optional agreed valuations, show and event cover and no admin fees for additional modifications.

Whatever your reasons for owning a vintage or classic bike, you're an enthusiast that knows your push rods from your bevel drives and are dedicated to a biking life of tinkering, polishing and taking part in biking events – for you the joy of ownership runs much deeper that just riding it.

Classic bikes are something special. That’s why our tailored insurance packages are 5 star Defaqto rated and come with common modifications covered as standard. Whether you are looking to insure your modern classic bike or your vintage bike we will search our panel of insurers to find you our best price for the cover you need.

At Bennetts we’ve been trusted by riders for over 94 years, we understand classic bike owners and that’s why our insurance for your classic bike is designed with you in mind.

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Free access to exclusive offers

Get access to discounts, exclusive offers and competitions on BikeSocial when you buy your insurance policy direct

Defaqto 5 Star rated since 2010

Defaqto 5-star rated 2010 to 2024

24/7 claims line

24/7 claims line. The claims team will be there whenever you need them

Our insurance for your classic bike includes the following features:

It is essential to make sure your pride and joy is insured at the correct value. We offer agreed value, on both modern classic and vintage bikes, which you can apply for by completing and sending us the Agreed Value request form.

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When does a motorcycle become a classic?

Vintage, Classic or even Definitive. There is no real definition of the word classic in relation to motorbikes. Bennetts covers a large number of biking brands and types of bikes. Triumph, Norton, Vincent or Royal Enfield are just some of the vintage brands we cover, whilst ex-military, older racing models and vintage bikes are also applicable to the classic insurance product. Your bike has an intrinsic value, excels in design excellence, styling and individualism and your low mileage goes hand in hand with carefully garaging it.

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Why choose Classic Insurance with Bennetts?

We're a motorcycle insurance specialist, founded in 1930 and so have over 90 years experience and expertise in motorcycling. We have a particular specialism in insurance for your classic bike and have access to a selection of trusted insurers, making sure you have the right insurance to protect you and your classic motorbike.

Getting a quote for your classic bike with us is quick and simple! Our insurance policies also come with the following benefits:

Tailored insurance packages

Expert 24-hour claims service

Insure modern and classic bikes on one multi-bike policy

The most common modifications covered as standard.

You’re protected against uninsured drivers with every comprehensive insurance policy*

If your keys are lost, stolen and not recovered, you’re covered for up to £400 per claim*

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Classic Bike FAQ

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This can vary depending on the type of bike as Bennetts also cover modern classics, however broadly speaking older bikes need to be at least 15 years old.