Hairy Bikers viewers were left emotional after watching the motorcycle-riding duo’s final episode together following Dave Myers’ death aged 66.
The TV chef passed away last month with his family and friends by his side following a two-year battle with cancer.
In The Hairy Bikers Go West finale, which aired on Tuesday night, viewers watched as Myers and Si King travelled down the West coast to Bristol which concluded with the late TV star speaking about his hopes for the future.
In the final moments of the episode, Myers told viewers: “We get into Bristol, and then the world just opens, you know, there’s memories here, a lot of memories for both of us.
“But what’s lovely is the optimism of looking forward, and certainly on the food front. It’s very, very exciting and very optimistic.
“We’ve got the best of the past and the best of the future.'”
Fans have since praised the “bittersweet” moment and commented on the tribute the show paid at the end of the episode: “In loving memory of our friend, Dave Myers. 1957 - 2024.”
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one person wrote: “The Hairy Bikers Go West, bittersweet moment watching the final episode on BBC iPlayer. Food and friendship a powerful mix.”
“Watched the final episode of The Hairy Bikers Go West, last night,” another shared.
“The end was very emotional for Si, even though he had no knowledge of what was around the corner. Dave, we thank you for your knowledge and great cooking. RIP.”
A third commented: “Just watched the last in the series of the Hairy Bikers and got the feeling Dave knew all along it was his last series, so glad that he had chance to make it and spend that time with Si.
“Ride easy big guy you left one hell of a legacy! Thoughts with his wife, family and Si.”
“Watching the Hairy Bikers on telly,” a viewer shared. “Seeing Dave Myers riding around the west of the country, living his life to the upmost, with his best friend.
“It’s sad that he’s gone, but this show celebrates the joy of living. That’s a wonderful legacy.”
Outside of their travelogue series, Myers also competed on Strictly Come Dancing and he and King published more than 25 cookery books.
