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James May Charged Over Uninsured Motorcycle, Settles Case

3/26/2026

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James May, the former Top Gear host, was charged with keeping an uninsured 50-year-old Suzuki motorcycle on July 17, 2025.
May arrived at Lavender Hill Magistrates’ Court by bike on March 26, 2026.
He settled the case outside of court.
May co-owns a Wiltshire pub that has struggled financially despite efforts to promote a gin brand associated with it.

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Story summary

James May, the former Top Gear host, was charged with keeping an uninsured 50-year-old Suzuki motorcycle on July 17, 2025.
May arrived at Lavender Hill Magistrates’ Court by bike on March 26, 2026.
He settled the case outside of court.
May co-owns a Wiltshire pub that has struggled financially despite efforts to promote a gin brand associated with it.