The London event is one of a number being held across the globe.

In Pictures: Dashing dogs and distinguished gentlemen in charity motorbike ride

Stylish motorcycle riders converged on central London for this year’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride to raise money for the Movember Foundation.

More than 650 cities worldwide were taking part in the 2018 fundraising effort.

Dachshund dog Sergeant Pepper prepares for the start of the event (Tim Ireland/PA)

Bikers set off at the start of the ride (Tim Ireland/PA)

A mass of riders rev up in aid of the Movember Foundation (Tim Ireland/PA)

Riders take a selfie before heading off in the capital (Tim Ireland/PA)

Ben Bowers (left) and Anthony “Dutch” van Someren at the start of the event (Tim Ireland/PA)

A patriotic participant talks with friends before setting off (Tim Ireland/PA)

Sergeant Pepper readies himself for the journey ahead (Tim Ireland/PA)

They’re off! The riders travel over Tower Bridge (Tim Ireland/PA)