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Lloyd Cooper: nostalgic snaps over the years of iconic motorcycle shop

Nostalgic snaps of Watford business Lloyd Cooper Motorcycles have been shared amid an "incredible" outpouring since its closure. The iconic business, also known as Motorcycles Direct, shut after 125 years at Queens Road, with co-owner Des Gregory previously hailing the "end of an era". Bikes upstairs (which had to be carried there!) in the early 1990s (Image: Des Gregory) This week he told the Watford Observer: "The response to myself, Gordon and all the guys over the last few weeks has been absolutely incredible. "The really nice thing is that so many messages and comments have come from everyone and not just from the motorcycling community. Des Gregory, left, receiving an award. (Image: Des Gregory) "We have received so many supportive messages about the store past and present which has meant so much to us all." They sparked memories of the "many customers and characters that we met along the way", he added, which "contributed hugely to the success story of Lloyd Cooper Motorcycles". (Image: Des Gregory) Many voiced disappointment at the closure, calling the business 'part of the town's fabric' and 'one of those shops that make Watford what it is', as Des confirmed retirement as the reason. "Thanks again to everyone and all at the Watford Observer for covering the story," Des added. "We enjoyed the ride!" Picture of the original shop around 1900. (Image: Des Gregory)ANOTHER 1/5 for takeaway 'does not reflect daily standards', owner says Check out the rest of these classic pictures - ranging from around 1900 to the early 2000s. Charlie Heal sitting on the bike in the early 1970s (Image: Des Gregory) Grita Heal behind the counter, Gordon Heal by the bikes, in the 1970s. (Image: Des Gregory) The clothing department in the 1990s. (Image: Des Gregory) Luke Gregory at one of the business's charity nights. (Image: Des Gregory) Des Gregory as Lloyd Cooper Motorcycles named among UK's top 10 motorcycle shops. (Image: Des Gregory) Left to right, company directors: Jim Heal, Gordon Heal, Des Gregory and Luke Gregory. (Image: Des Gregory) (Image: Des Gregory) (Image: Des Gregory)