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A record 127,000 riders participated in The Distinguished Gentleman’ s Ride( DGR) this year, raising $ US7.6M($ A11.66m) for men’ s health initiatives. The topthree fundraisers, each of whom will receive a brand-new Triumph Modern Classic motorcycle, collectively raised more than $ US230,000($ A312,000) for the men ' s health charity, Movember.
As the world ' s largest charity event for classic and vintage motorcycle enthusiasts, a total of 1038 rides occurred across 108 countries simultaneously on Sunday, May 18, 2025. The overall winner, who will be awarded a Bonneville Scrambler 1200 Icon Edition, is Canadian Joseph Mancinelli. He raised US $ 62,624.75 this year while riding in Hamilton, Ontario, bringing his total contributions since his first ride in 2017 to an impressive US $ 550,000.
Additionally, Andrew Cook from Idaho, US, who raised US $ 56,640, and Nick Politis from Florida, US, who raised US $ 46,999.20, will both receive a Triumph Modern Classic motorcycle of their choice.
Closer to home, Australia ' s top fundraiser was Johnny Barron from Toowoomba, QLD, who rode a Triumph Bonneville and raised US $ 7779. Since 2022, Barron has raised a total of US $ 24,312. Rounding out Australia’ s top-three fundraisers were Miles Kennedy from Bunbury, WA, and Malcolm Duff from Brisbane, who raised US $ 7278 and US $ 6032 respectively.
On a global scale, Australia’ s 5152 riders raised US $ 573,038, making it the third highest fundraising country behind the USA and England, which raised US $ 2,561,212 and US $ 1,537,408 respectively.
The recipient of the Gentlefolk Prize, drawn among all participants who completed the DGR badges for participation and fundraising, is Joseph Mannion from Manchester, UK. He will receive a brand-new Bonneville Bobber.
Representing Triumph’ s global community, 491 riders joined Team Triumph, a dedicated group that raised awareness and US $ 130,000 for Movember this year. The top-five fundraisers in this team have won exclusive clothing prizes from the DGR & Triumph Collection.
Among Team Triumph, 007 Stunt Coordinator Lee
Morrison rode a Bonneville Bobber, and four-time World Enduro Champion and 007 Stunt Rider Paul Edmondson rode a Scrambler 400 X in Warwickshire, UK. Edmondson commented,“ What an event! It’ s great to see so many Triumphs and classic bikes all in one place – and it’ s a brilliant showcase for our biker community. Lots of money raised too, for a cause that means a lot to me and so many others.”
In Stockholm, Skinny Kangur, bassist for the industrial metal band Deathstars, rode a Bonneville T120 Icon Edition. He expressed his gratitude saying,“ What a great day we had. A fantastic event made possible by the DGR Stockholm hosts and their sponsors. An extra big thanks to those of you who contributed to the fundraiser. We managed to raise about 110,000 SEK( US $ 11,480) that will be used to fight prostate cancer and mental illness.”
Dougie Poynter, bassist for pop rock band McFly, rode a Speed Twin 900 at the London DGR. He shared his experience, noting,“ This was my first DGR and I loved it! Having bikers all unite and connect for a good cause feels incredible, and personally for me it felt like Christmas! I love group rides anyway and, essentially, it’ s the ultimate group ride that you could ever be part of. Usually, motorcycles are in the minority in London, so it was awesome to see a huge turnout of all the riders supporting each other, and I can’ t wait for the next one!”
World Champion MMA fighter Impa Kasanganay rode a Speed Twin 1200 RS in Los Angeles. He reflected on the experience, stating,“ Participating in this year ' s Distinguished Gentleman ' s Ride was one of the most memorable experiences of my life. As my first DGR, I was struck by the powerful sense of unity, purpose, and community. Riding alongside fellow enthusiasts to raise awareness for men ' s mental health and prostate care – it was a privilege to be part of something far greater than ourselves. I ' m proud to have been part of a movement that embodies both style and substance. Grateful to ride with Triumph at the heart of it.”
This year marks the 10th year that all funds raised are donated to Movember, the world’ s leading charity changing the face of men’ s health, funding health projects, research, and transforming services for
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