A MOTORCYCLE dealer has held an open day for bikers to raise awareness of riding safely.

The event at E.C. Bate in Dartford, coincided with National Motorcycling Week and was attended by Kent police and Kent Fire and Rescue.

Around 200 people came along to find out how to improve riding skills while staying safe, and receive advice on insurance policies.

The bike store in West Hill also offered motorcyclists free safety checks.

Sales manager Barry Keen said: “It was very popular, we were busy all day.

“There was a bit of a party atmosphere as well as safety checks for motorcycles.”