The Lone Rider isn’t just a sculpture—it’s a high-octane masterpiece that roars with history and style! Depicting a sleek motorcycle and rider in an edgy futurist style, the artwork practically zooms into your imagination, with design elements that scream “speed” louder than a revving engine. This awe-inspiring piece took a grueling seven months to create, carved from a massive ten-ton block of Derbyshire stone—because if you’re going to pay tribute to motorcycling legends, you do it in a rock-solid way.
The Lone Rider Sculpture, Dudley
Designed by Steve Field, Dudley Metropolitan Borough’s very own artist-in-residence, and brought to life as sculptor Tim Bowers’ first major commission post-graduation, The Lone Rider stands as a testament to ambition, artistry, and a serious amount of elbow grease. When it was unveiled, they didn’t just cut a ribbon—they revved up a fleet of 25 gleaming A.J. Stevens and Sunbeam motorcycles, complete with a police escort, making it a spectacle worthy of the motorcycling gods.
The honors of the unveiling fell to Geoff Stevens, whose father co-founded the legendary AJS factory that once stood proudly on the site from 1914 to 1931. Known for churning out bikes that dominated the 1920s racing scene—bagging wins at the Isle of Man TT and the Grand Prix—AJS left a legacy that The Lone Rider pays homage to with every curve of its Derbyshire stone design. Whether you’re a history buff, a motorcycle enthusiast, or just someone who appreciates a really good rock carving, The Lone Rider is a must-see.
