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Evaluating 69 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their helpfulness, professionalism, and positive attitude, making interactions pleasant and productive. The product selection is highly regarded, with many people appreciating the extensive range of bikes and clothing available. The service provided is frequently highlighted as exceptional, with consumers noting the efficiency and ease of their overall experience, from initial inquiries to after-sales support. Reviewers are particularly impressed with the smooth user experience and the timely delivery service. However, some customers also noted issues with the condition of their purchased bikes, citing problems like low oil levels, defective switch cubes, and non-functional TPMS systems, which they felt were not adequately addressed by the company's management.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My 2018 T120 Bonneville needed its first oil change under my ownership. I gave Shirlaws a phone to make sure they had everything I needed and were open on the bank holiday. I turned up the next day, h... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been dealing with Shirlaws for a number of years now, but this last bike purchase was made memorable by Keith, the Shirlaws salesman. Nothing was too much trouble for him, he answered all my q... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Took my bike in for a 24 month service, Kawasaki Versys 1000, excellent throughout, they started the service on time and the service was detailed with a video from the technician. I thought this was... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dealt with Daniel Flett to purchase a 1 year old demo KTM 790 Adventure with 7 miles on it. The price was comparable with unregistered examples of the same year from English dealerships. Daniel ackno... See more

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Company details

  1. Motorcycle Shop
  2. Kawasaki Motorcycle Dealer
  3. Triumph Motorcycle Dealer

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We are a family run business and have been since 1928. Serving the North East of Scotland and further afield with franchises for Husqvarna lightweight, Kawasaki, KTM, Silence E Scooters along with SYM & Keeway 50cc/125cc. We have the North of Scotland's largest selection of pre-owned bikes. We have the North of Scotland’s biggest & best selection of clothing with trained staff on hand to assist. Our service dept is always busy & with trained technicians for general service work through to performance upgrades, tyres, chains/sprockets & much more. MOT centre on site Shirlaws Ltd is registered in Scotland under company number: SC134694. Registered office address: Ker-An House Wellington Circle, Altens, Aberdeen, United Kingdom, AB12 3JG


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4.9

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

173 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy with my latest bike

Very happy with my latest bike, the staff are helpful and friendly, thank you to Daniel my sales person and to Andy who delivered my bike and took the trade ins away, service was above and beyond. I would recommend Shirlaws for your next bike.

July 4, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Thank you, Michael! We’re so pleased to hear you’re enjoying your latest bike. Daniel and Andy will be delighted with your feedback — from sales through to delivery, it’s great to know the service felt above and beyond. We really appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back to Shirlaws in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

KTM 790 Duke

Bought my KTM 790 Duke from Shirlaws, which I'm delighted with, special thanks to Daniel Flett and the team!

June 5, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi Craig,

Thanks so much for your great feedback! We’re delighted to hear you’re loving your KTM 790 Duke. Daniel and the team will be thrilled to know they made your experience a positive one. Enjoy every ride, and we’re always here if you need anything in the future!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time buying a bike and the…

First time buying a bike and the service at Shirlaws was brilliant. The Salesman Daniel was very helpful and friendly.

June 6, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi Graham,

Thank you for choosing Shirlaws for your very first bike purchase! We’re so pleased to hear Daniel was helpful and made the experience enjoyable. Wishing you many happy miles ahead, and we’re always here if you need any advice or support.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently purchased a motorbike from…

I recently purchased a motorbike from the Triumph dealership in Aberdeen (Shirlaws Motorcycles), and I couldn’t be happier with the whole experience.

From the start, my salesman Daniel Flett was absolutely incredible. I’ll be honest.. I probably wasn’t the easiest customer to deal with, as I had quite a few questions and requested several changes and modifications to the bike along the way. But Daniel was nothing short of patient, professional, and always made the process feel smooth and stress free.

The level of service I received from both Daniel and the wider Shirlaws team was top notch. I’m absolutely in love with the bike and genuinely grateful for how well everything was handled.

I’d highly recommend Daniel and the Shirlaws Motorcycle dealership to anyone. Couldn’t have asked for better.

July 25, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi Pavel,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with Daniel and the team here at Shirlaws. It’s fantastic to know that Daniel’s patience and professionalism helped make your purchase smooth and enjoyable. We’re thrilled you’re loving your new bike and truly appreciate your recommendation.

Wishing you many safe and happy miles ahead!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great customer experience

I've bought a couple of bikes from Shirlaws over the last year and have found their service to be very professional and customer focused. A problem with the first bike was sorted out quickly and without question (unlike other dealers I could mention), which was a major reason I bought the second bike from them.
There's always a friendly greeting, even if only browsing, with plenty help available and no pushy sales talk. Special mention to Daniel, Liam and Rory in sales, and Rob in the service dept who have been extremely helpful with the purchase and support of the 2 bikes I've already bought.
I have no hesitation in recommending Shirlaws to anyone considering a new or used bike purchase, or any servicing work required.
By the way, the rowies and coffee upstairs are outstanding and worth a trip in themselves!

June 28, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi Colin,

Thank you for such a fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you’ve had consistently positive experiences with us over the past year. It’s great to know that Daniel, Liam, Rory, and Rob have all been able to support you with your bikes, and we’re especially pleased that any issues were resolved quickly and to your satisfaction.

We’ll make sure the team hears your kind words — and we couldn’t agree more about the rowies and coffee upstairs! We really appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an excellent and pressure-free…

I had an excellent and pressure-free buying experience at Shirlaws in Aberdeen, thanks to Daniel Frett. The helpfulness and friendliness of both the sales and service teams made the process smooth. Triumph’s reputation is in good hands.

June 27, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi James,

Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you had an excellent and pressure-free experience with Daniel and the team. It’s great to know that both our sales and service departments helped make the process smooth. We truly appreciate your feedback and are proud to represent Triumph with the level of service our customers deserve.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is the second bike I have bought…

This is the second bike I have bought from Shirlaws
Daniel Frett was amazing , the whole process ran smoothly from start to finish
Can’t recommend them enough

June 27, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Thanks Paul, your kind words and repeat custom are much appreciated. We will pass you comments to Daniel and the team. Ride safe!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Would like to just say from start to…

Would like to just say from start to finish Daniel Frett made the whole purchase as simple as possible,awesome service and customer care for getting my son his first bike

June 14, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi Kevin,

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so pleased to hear that Daniel made the process simple and enjoyable for you and your son’s first bike purchase. Providing great service and care is what we strive for, and your feedback means a lot. Wishing your son many safe and happy miles ahead!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great KTM

Bought the KTM, which I'm delighted with, after great help from Daniel Flett and the team!

May 30, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi Simon,

Thank you for your feedback! We’re delighted to hear you’re enjoying your KTM and that Daniel and the team were able to help make the experience a great one. Wishing you many happy miles ahead!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Traded in my KTM SDGT for 1390 SDR

Traded in my KTM SDGT for 1390 SDR. What a bike the SDR is . Daniel from Shirlaws sales was easy to deal with and kept me up to speed once I placed a deposit, making the whole process super easy. I have been a customer of Shirlaws for many years and had various bikes over the years. Billy from service has also been helpful over the years. Range of clothing is huge. I do not have any worries when putting my bike there for a service or buying a bike.

June 10, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi Steven,

Thank you for your continued loyalty over the years — it means a lot to us. We’re delighted to hear you’re enjoying the 1390 SDR and that Daniel made the buying process smooth and straightforward. Great to know Billy and the service team have also been able to support you along the way. We truly appreciate your trust in both our bikes and our service, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks to Daniel Frett for a hassle…

Thanks to Daniel Frett for a hassle free purchase of the 701 , I wasn't at home to take delivery, my wife was and mentioned how nice the delivery guy was ,sorry I can't remember his name but thanks for getting the bike into the back garden.
Loving the bike! Midlife crisis over!
Myles

June 6, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi Myles,

Thanks for the brilliant review! We’re delighted to hear you’re loving the 701 and that Daniel made everything hassle-free. Great to know delivery went smoothly too — we’ll pass your thanks on to our driver for the extra help getting it into the back garden.

Enjoy every mile (call it a midlife upgrade!) and shout if we can help with anything.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New bike purchase

After purchasing my last bike from shirlaws it was an easy decision to head back there for my new bike. Daniel couldn’t have been more helpful with the purchase and Mark on the service side went out of his way to accommodate dates around me. I always highly recommend Shirlaws after buying my last bike there due to the friendly, relaxed and very welcoming atmosphere.

April 28, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi Craig,

Thank you for returning to Shirlaws for your new bike — that loyalty means a lot to us. We’re delighted to hear Daniel and Mark were able to make the whole process smooth and accommodating for you. Your recommendation and kind words about our atmosphere are greatly appreciated, and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Shirlaws Excellent Service and Value

From Daniel Fletts help and support I was able to test potential purchase options before landing the correct bike for me. Partex of my bike was smooth and delivery of my chosen bike included.
Could not fault any of the staff, all pleasant and helpful.

May 16, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi Lawrence,

Thank you for your great feedback! We’re so pleased Daniel was able to help you find the right bike and that the part-exchange and delivery process went smoothly. It’s fantastic to hear the whole team made the experience pleasant and helpful. Enjoy your new ride!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Buying my Honda NC750 through Daniel Flett at Shirlaws, Abed

Bought a nearly new Honda NC750 with Daniel Flett who was very helpful and pleasant, making the whole purchase an enjoyable experience!

April 14, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi Mick,

Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear Daniel made the purchase of your Honda NC750 such an enjoyable experience. Wishing you many happy miles on your new bike!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service service

Just collected a new Kawasaki versus 1000 today couldn’t fault the service from shirlaws in particular Scott in the Kawasaki dept he went out of his way to get the bike ready at short notice.second bike I’ve bought from shirlaws and whole experience has been very positive

May 14, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi Colin,

Thank you for your continued trust in Shirlaws! We’re delighted to hear Scott and the Kawasaki team went the extra mile to get your Versys 1000 ready at short notice. It’s fantastic to know your second experience with us has been just as positive — enjoy every ride on your new bike!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My Shirlaw Team Experience

Arrived back from QLD recently, >40 years in the saddle, seeking trusty new steed, I'd researched solutions, my search came down to a late model Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer, Aberdeen was on the radar.

On my 2nd visit to Shirlaws, there it was, Big TT Bluey staring at me, was about to be mine, Mark the Manager pounced from behind his office door to velcro the bike to my arse. It stuck!! Lol.

Deal done in record time enter Daniel to take me through Big TT Bluey's operational & tech aspects, smoothly & expertly guiding me through the Shirlaws buying process with ease.

Daniels communication & follow up through the buying process was exceptional, handover completed on time as planned.

Lewis & Louise the fitter outers & accessory hawkers in the clothing / merch shop swooped in to get their piece of the action, did great work together to listen & understand my needs, re-kit, itemise me, updating regularly as product selections became available.

In all sincerity the dynamics & professionalism of the Shirlaws Team was fairly laid back & homely whilst clear & deliberate in getting the right work done, demonstrating a level of patience as one shifts mindsets, knowledge & ways from a sub tropical hemisphere to here 🥶☔.

A long legged mantis, I was previous off of a beastly 1800cc / 370 Kg customised Cruiser with a 240mm back wheel which I had owned for many years to this style of ride was quite a change, but absolutely ecstatic with the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer, especially around the highlands.....wheeeeeee!

What a blast, the inline T Plane Triple sound, handling, balance, power (that 3rd gear is wow!!), suspension, range, brakes......not that I have needed to touch those that often...it's effortless.

Mark the Big Kahuna went out of his way to collect me from Stonehaven Rail Station for Daniel to finally plonk me in the saddle.....thanks pal :).

I have now completed phase 1 of return to Scottish Motorcyling with an allrounder customer centric Shirlaws Motorcycles experience.

Hopefully see you guys again real soon.

Best Always,
James.

April 18, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi James,

Wow — what a brilliant review! We can’t thank you enough for taking the time to share your experience in such detail. It’s fantastic to hear how Mark, Daniel, Lewis, and Louise all played their part in making your Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer purchase smooth, enjoyable, and memorable. We’re thrilled you’re loving “Big TT Bluey” and already making the most of it on Scotland’s roads.

Your words about the team’s professionalism, patience, and friendliness mean a lot, and we’ll be sure to share them with everyone mentioned. We look forward to seeing you again soon for phase 2 of your Scottish motorcycling adventures!

— Shirlaws

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great buying experience

Thanks to Scott, Daniel and the rest of the crew at Shirlaws for the easy buying experience on my new Ninja 1100SX.

Have been a customer for years and always found the team knowledgeable and helpful.

Highly recommended

April 28, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Hi David,

Thank you for your continued support and for taking the time to leave such a great review.

We’re delighted to hear that Scott, Daniel and the rest of the team helped make the purchase of your new Ninja 1100SX such an easy experience.

It means a lot to know that you’ve always found the team knowledgeable and helpful over the years.

We really appreciate your recommendation.

Ride safe,
Shirlaws

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer

Picked up my new pre registered Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX this morning, I got a fantastic deal, bike refused by its intended buyer, (Kerr) due to being black & red and not typical Kawasaki green. Many thanks to Abby & Liam for taking care of me and keeping me updated throughout the whole process.

April 26, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Thanks Mr Brown, we will pass your kind words to Liam and Abby. Ride safe and see you soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Service!

I'd been very keen on an R1 for years and decided to go take a look at one Shirlaws had in stock. I ended up buying it!

The advice, support and general service I received (from Daniel Flett in particular) was absolutely first class. He also went above and beyond with advice to my other half as she is keen to do her CBT and get a bike and took her round the showroom to get a feel for various entry level bikes etc.

All this, coupled with such a warm and friendly atmosphere in and around the showroom, plus coffee and rowies on offer, means I highly recommend Shirlaws to anyone looking for a bike, equipment or just some general advice.

April 12, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Great to hear such kind words Clark. The team work hard to deliver a great experience and love to hear from a happy customer. Ride safe!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My Son came off his bike a few days ago…

My Son came off his bike a few days ago on a roundabout. We needed some parts and advice. Derek was so helpful and checked out one of the other problems we'd had with bike and solved the problem. We had to go back next day with another problem and yet again Derek get it resolved for us. He has been an absolute star far as we're concerned. They are a fabbie company to do any business with

April 18, 2025
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Reply from Shirlaws

Thanks Allison, we will pass your comments to Derek. See you soon!

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