Have you ever wondered which among famous Pinoy celebrities are bikers? And if so, do you know what kind of motorcycles they own and ride? Which of them enjoy long rides? Who rode a big bike to his wedding? Who owns a racing team and who has a rare collection? Below are 10 celebrity bikers who adore solo rides and love hitting the road on two wheels:
Dingdong Dantes (Ducati Diavel Carbon)
Kapuso leading man Dingdong Dantes was gifted a Ducati Diavel Carbon by his wife Marian Rivera back in 2011. He loved this bike so much that he even rode it to church on wedding day. Talk about the groom arriving in style.
Kim Atienza (BMW R50 1962)
It’s well-known among biking circles that TV host and presenter Kim Atienza is a certified chopper enthusiast with a passion for classic scooters and vintage motorcycles. Jewels in his prized collection includes a 1954 Lambretta F, Royal Enfield Classic 500 Dessert Storm, and a white 1962 BMW R50.
Gab Valenciano (Ducati Panigale R)
Gabriel ‘Gab’ Valenciano, a member of ATAT (Any Time, All the Time) motorcycle club, is such a fan of super bikes that he rides a Ducati Panigale R both on his way to work and even on the track.
Paulo Avelino (BMW R Nine T)
When not shooting movies and teleseryes, actor and brand endorser Paulo Avelino climbs aboard a BMW R Nine T, a model introduced by BMW Motorrad in 2017. “Riding motorbikes calms me, I get to think when I ride alone,” Paulo said during an interview for a men’s magazine.
Richard Gutierez (Ducati Paul Smart)
Actor Richard Gutierez is one of three “legit owners” of the Ducati Paul Smart here in the Philippines. As a passionate bike lover, Chard also owns a motorcycle racing team – Rgutz Wheeltek Racing Team – in collaboration with 2015 Philippine Superbike champ Raniel Resuelo.
Ian Veneracion (BMW GS 1200)
Veteran actor Ian Veneracion takes a break from exhausting showbiz work by going to long rides with bike buddies. In 2018, the actor revealed that he rode to Sagada with his son, Draco.
Jay Taruc (Triumph Boneville T100)
After leaving the Kapuso network, award-winning broadcaster and Motorcycle Diaries host Jay Taruc went on to produce Ride PH, his very own 30-minute motorcycle tele-magazine show. These days, he can be seen riding high-end and custom-made choppers, including a Triumph Boneville T100.
Romnick Sarmenta (Kawasaki Versys 1000)
Though actor Romnick Sarmenta rarely has time for long rides these days, the self-confessed cruiser bike fanatic owns a sizable collection, with the Kawasaki Versys 1000 being one of his beloved rides. Romnick also owns a 2013 Vespa LX 150, Kawasaki W800, Harley Davidson Sportster 48, and a Harley Davidson Street 750 Special Edition.
Ryan Agoncillo (Ducati Hyperstrada 821)
Celebrity dad and family man Ryan Agoncillo has a penchant for two-wheeled steeds and his current favorite is a Ducati Hyperstrada 821. He is also part of Brap Pack with fellow celebs Drew Arellano, Jericho Rosales and Paolo Abrera.
Billy Crawford (MV Augusta Dragster 800 RR Pirelli)
Like all the celebs in this list, singer, dancer and TV host Billy Crawford is also an avid fan of big bikes. Last year, Billy bought himself an early Christmas gift — a limited edition Dragster 800 RR Pirelli from MV Augusta.
Out there in the open road, aboard big bikes and with helmets on, our favorite personalities can remain anonymous during the ride. The next time you see a big bike revving away, there may be a star hiding behind that tinted visor.