You can't beat the rain but there's a lot you can do to make riding in it less demoralising - here's how to survice and maybe even enjoy ...

Bikers we talked to have advice for those getting on the road in the rain. "Put on your rain gear," said White. "Rain gear and smile," said Bristow.

With a steady rain falling and temperatures only in the 50s, Saturday wasn’t an ideal time to be riding a motorcycle. Still, even once warmer weather arrives, challenges will be out there.

They were followed by a caravan of bikers in rain-proof trucks and SUVs who turned out in support of a good cause. William Ward and his wife, Sandra, were among those who rode their bike.