Prince William: The Cool Dad Who Loves Motorcycles And Fast Cars

Sain April 17, 2025

Let’s talk about Prince William, shall we? The 35-year-old royal dad isn’t just any ordinary guy—he’s got a cool streak that’s hard to ignore. On a sunny Tuesday, February 20, William visited the iconic Triumph Motorcycle headquarters in central England. Now, if you’re thinking this was just a regular visit, think again. The photos from the outing show a man who’s genuinely thrilled to be surrounded by these incredible machines. It’s not every day you see a prince this excited about motorcycles, right?

William’s Motorcycle Adventure: Riding Cool and Looking Sharp

After taking a tour of the headquarters, the soon-to-be father of three hopped on the Triumph Tiger 1200 for a spin. Here’s the kicker—he didn’t even change out of his formal royal attire, complete with slacks and suede shoes. Talk about confidence! Despite the dress code, he looked completely at ease, like he belonged on that bike. But the fun didn’t stop there. William also got behind the wheel of an Aston Martin, zooming around a high-speed track and even experiencing the Wet Handling Circuit. Can you imagine the adrenaline rush he must have felt?

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Today The Duke of Cambridge visited Triumph Motorcycles and the HORIBA MIRA Technology Park to learn more about world-class British vehicle manufacture and research in the East Midlands.
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What Would Kate Say? A Royal Ride to Remember

The pictures of William on his rides are nothing short of awesome. But here’s the thing—I can’t help but wonder if his wife, Kate Middleton, was watching. Let’s be real, seeing your partner on a motorbike or a high-speed track is nerve-wracking, especially if you’re pregnant. Kate doesn’t need that kind of stress right now, so hopefully, she gave him a pass on this one. On a brighter note, Kensington Palace shared a photo of a commemorative fuel tank gifted to William to mark his visit. That’s a keepsake he’ll treasure for years to come.

Prince William’s Passion for Motorcycles: A Royal Chat with Jonathan Rea

During a previous interview, Triple World Superbike champion Jonathan Rea revealed an interesting chat he had with the prince after the MBE ceremony at Buckingham Palace. “I know he’s a bit of a motorcycle fan himself,” Rea said. “We talked about his bikes and how he’s had to put his passion for riding on hold because of his family responsibilities now.” It’s fascinating to hear about William’s personal interests and how they’ve evolved as he balances his royal duties with being a father.

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This story was crafted by Holly Royce and originally appeared on our sister site, Now to Love.