About Rouse Motorcycles

Northland’s one-stop shop for motorbikes sales and service

Meet your local customer focused ATV specialists

Choose Northland’s favourite farm bike shop for a good ride, every time!

To purchase a new or used farm bike, have your motorbike serviced or repaired, and to find a wide range of parts and accessories, look no further than Rouse Motorcycles Ltd. Hikurangi locals Shayn and Jan Rouse founded the business back in 1993 and since then, we’ve gone from strength to strength.

While providing good old-fashioned service at realistic prices, we specialise in motorbike sales, maintenance and servicing of all types of farm vehicles including 2-wheelers, quads and side by sides. We are constantly upgrading our knowledge of products and bikes, and we’re always looking for new ways to help and support our new and existing customers.
The Can-Am range is our top seller, and they continue to produce new and exciting models to suit a wide variety of needs. Or if you’re after a 2×2 for your next track day ride or for on the farm, come in store to see our full Kawasaki range including ATVs and Mule utility vehicles. We’re sure we can find you exactly what you need.

Meet The Rouse Motorcycles Team

Shayn Rouse

Owner/Manager

Shayn and Jan Rouse founded Rouse Motorcycles Ltd in 1993 and the business has continued to grow steadily over the years. It is located on the main street in the friendly township of Hikurangi just six minutes north of Kamo, Whangarei. Shayn is also in partnership with Yamaha Whangarei on Port Rd. Shayn loves rugby and is a great supporter of Northland rugby. He is also actively involved in the Hikurangi community and the HBA group.

Nick Stanisich

Parts & Sales Rep 2IC

Nick works in our parts department alongside Shayn helping source the parts side of the business as well as being our sales representative and working the sales side as well. He has been with RMC since 2013. In his spare time Nick enjoys spending time with family.

Ruel Gare

Qualified Tech, Head Mechanic

Ruel is one of our two workshop technician specialists. He specialises in motorcycle mechanics and has worked for RMC since 2008. Originally from the Philippines.In his spare time he loves relaxing spending time with his family.

Lester Lopo

Qualified Tech

Lester is a qualified motorcycle mechanic who moved to Hikurangi from the Phillipines. He started at Rouse Motorcycles in 2019. He’s a big fan of basketball and also enjoys spending time with his family and getting to know our community.

Kurtus Douglas

Workshop Apprentice

Embracing the spirit of learning and growth, Kurtus became part of Rouse MC’s team in late 2022 as a Workshop Apprentice. Beyond his professional endeavors, Kurtus finds joy in fishing, hunting, and exploring the open road on bikes.

William Fitzpatrick

Workshop Apprentice

Welcoming William to our team in February 2024, Rouse MC is proud to have him as our newest Workshop Apprentice. When not honing his skills in the workshop, William can be found embracing outdoor adventures, from farm biking to leisurely fishing trips.

Dennis Compter

Workshop Labourer PDI

Joining Rouse MC in March 2023, Dennis serves as a vital member of our team, fulfilling the role of Workshop Labourer.

Sarah Hubbard

Spare Parts Assistant Apprentice

Joining Rouse MC in December 2022, Sarah serves as our esteemed Spare Parts Assistant. Outside of work, Sarah indulges in her passion for fishing and unwinds with a few refreshing beverages.

Ayden O’Hanlon

Spare Parts Assistant Apprentice

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Regan Smith

Caretaker, Driver & Yard Manger

Regan works here as our caretaker cleaning & maintaining the grubby motorbikes when they come in. He also picks up and delivers clients motorbikes anywhere & everywhere. He also has a passion for locomotives and can be seen driving the steam train in Kawakawa.

Tod Groombridge

Warranty Sales & Administration

Tod works in our administration department working on the motorbike warranties and sales. She has enjoyed working here at RMC since 2010. She loves classic cars and motorbikes and currently rides a classic 1958 Honda C scooter. She also organises the Hikurangi Auto Madness Car Show.

Lauren Martin

Office Admin

Since March 2023, Lauren has been an integral part of Rouse MC as our dedicated Office Administrator. Juggling her responsibilities at work with the care of her four children, Lauren exemplifies multitasking prowess and a strong work ethic.

Keen for a test ride?

We have an awesome offroad track onsite.