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Why is it cool to ride dapper in this heat? Why, for men’s health, of course!

Gilbert Chao · May 10, 2023 11:00 AM

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Be ready to don your Sunday best, swing a leg over your favorite classic bike, and join this year’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride on the 21st of May.

Who in his right mind would wear a three-piece suit while riding a motorcycle during summertime? Well, those who are serious about raising funds and awareness to combat prostate cancer and men’s mental health issues…and also those who are nuts about classic bikes, that's who.

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IMAGES FROM GENTLEMANSRIDE.COM

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) was founded in Sydney, Australia, by Mark Hawwa. It was inspired by a photo of the TV show Mad Men’s Don Draper astride a classic bike and wearing his finest suit.

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Mark decided a themed ride would be a great way of connecting niche motorcycle enthusiasts and communities while raising funds to support the men in our society.

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Since its inception in 2012, the DGR has raised $ 37.5 Million with 340,000 rider participants across multiple locations in 121 countries. 2023 marks a special cause for celebration, with this year being a decade of partnership with one of the world’s most remarkable motorcycle manufacturers, Triumph Motorcycles.

ELF (lubricants) is also a global partner of the DGR, and they have something in store for those who will register for this year’s ride under the ELF fundraising team.

Simply raise a minimum of EUR 50 (or USD equivalent) and get a chance to win a VIP MotoGP Experience at the French Grand Prix at the historic Le Mans circuit. This includes all flights, accommodation, and entry to the associated event as guests of ELF Lubricants. Just use the link https://gfolk.team/elfteam to register.

All ELF team registrants will also receive a limited-edition ELF x DGR bandana.

You may visit https://www.gentlemansride.com/ for more information.

 

Gilbert Chao

Motorcycle Editor

A moto-journo who spends most of his time on the saddle unless otherwise saddled with desk work. His curious nature and poor sense of direction often take him on unplanned adventures.

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