R.I.P. Kevin Ash

Veteran motoring journo dies during BMW model launch

Posted: 23 January 2013
by Visordown News

Kevin Ash ... motorcycle journalist who died aged 53

VISORDOWN is sad to report the death of British motorcycle journalist Kevin Ash.

Kev lost his life in an accident during the press launch of the new 2013 BMW R1200GS in South Africa yesterday.

He had been The Daily Telegraph's motorcycling correspondent for 15 years, and was a high-profile and well-respected member of the motorcycling community, with columns published in many UK publications as well as in more than 15 countries. He also ran his own blog ashonbikes.com

Tony Gallagher, Editor of the Telegraph, said: 'Kevin Ash was the doyen of motorcycle correspondents. Respected throughout journalism and the motorcycle trade, he was also one of our most admired motoring columnists and will be greatly missed by both Telegraph staff and readers. Our thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family at this difficult and sad time.'

BMW issued an official statement late last night, saying: 'It is with deep regret that BMW Motorrad confirms the fatal injury of Kevin Ash in a motorcycle accident during a launch event in South Africa. The accident happened to the north of a town called George, 250 kilometres east of Cape Town. Out of respect for Kevin's family and friends, no further information is being made available at this time.'

Our condolences go to Kevin's family. 

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nookiebear
Very sad to here of his death. I really enjoyed reading his column in MCN and this truly is a big shock and huge loss not just for his family but for everyone who knew and respected him. My heart felt condolences to his family, we will miss you Kevin.

Posted: 23/01/2013 at 14:17


al town
Can only echo what people are saying on many bike websites. Very sad. Always enjoyed Kevins provocative and thoughtful articles. Thoughts go out to Kevin's family and friends.

Posted: 23/01/2013 at 14:43


fjr rob
Rest In Peace Kevin

Posted: 23/01/2013 at 15:39


John Doe 3
Was always interesting to exchange with him on his website "Ash on bikes". The guy knew his stuff and lived for bikes. Sad to see one of the best (if not the best) motorcycle journalist go in such a tragic way.
R.I.P and condolences to his family and close friends.

Posted: 23/01/2013 at 15:45


kneedown elbow down ive crashed
This is terrible news kevin ash was a brilliant engineer and journalist he had a way of making complex things understandable,
r.i.p kevin ,condolences to his family who must be devastated.

Posted: 23/01/2013 at 16:15


fergal
Shocking news .Condolences to his family and friends.

Posted: 23/01/2013 at 16:29


chowzamma
Very sad news, I really liked Kevin's articles and respected his opinions. He was a true enthusiast and he will be sadly missed by all in the motorcycling community, no consolation to his family of course, but they have my deepest sympathies.

Posted: 23/01/2013 at 16:30


duck51
How sad to hear this. I always enjoyed reading Kevins' column in MCN and would often be in total agreement with his views, which combined a common sense approach and a deep understanding of the workings of motorcycles together with his insights into bureaucracy.
I will greatly miss reading his articles.
Deepest sympathies to his family and friends.

Posted: 23/01/2013 at 18:33


marky16
R.I.P

Posted: 23/01/2013 at 19:16


Cliff Anger
Such sad news - Kevin was a really genuine nice guy ! always had time to chat bikes - He will be sadly missed

Posted: 24/01/2013 at 10:57


Freddie Tangolo
Really sad news, I didn't always agree with his opinions but I loved that motorcycling had someone so opinionated who was prepared to say what he felt and stand by it. Great loss for motorcycling, deepest sympathies to his family.

Posted: 24/01/2013 at 10:59


chippy d
Really sad news Kevin will be missed R.I.P and sympathy to his family .

Posted: 24/01/2013 at 11:19


quickbrew
Very sad news. The motorcycling world has lost a great bloke. My condolences to his family

Posted: 24/01/2013 at 13:46


Steve_
RIP to Kevin and condolences to his Family. He passed away doing what he loved most, surrounded by people that enjoyed him and respected him. The area that they were doing the tests in is also one of the most beautiful places in South Africa.

Posted: 24/01/2013 at 15:01


Alex D
Tragic! Very sad to hear this.

Posted: 24/01/2013 at 18:02


Bongoman
Incedibly sad & so sorry to hear thevnews.
Rest in peace Kevin,condolences & sympathy to family &friends

Posted: 24/01/2013 at 21:53


Billygees
What a tragic shame. Kevin was outspoken but was always there to be counted. I can't imagine anyone capable of taking up the torch that he often carried for all things bike. RIP Big Man, condolences to all the hearts that Kevin reached out and touched.

Posted: 25/01/2013 at 19:28


blademansw
RIP Kevin, I always enjoyed reading your columns. You will be missed

Posted: 29/01/2013 at 15:58


Peter Plumbing
Can't believe it RIP Kevin

Posted: 30/01/2013 at 21:12


woodsrunner
Kevin had a knack at being able to make complicated mechanical principles sound straight forward and understandable. His explanations of how things worked helped my understandings greatly, such a shame to lose such a gifted person. I am sure we will all miss him and his work.

Posted: 31/01/2013 at 22:25


viffergb
I was so shocked to hear about Kevin. I always read his column in the Saturday Telegraph, and always found it informative, interesting and unbiased.

He will be sadly missed and I'd like to offer my sincere condolences and sympathy to his family and friends.

Posted: 01/02/2013 at 08:31

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