The family of a father who died in a fatal collision in Salford said they are “heartbroken” by the loss of a “gentleman loved by so many people.”
David Connah, 43, had been travelling on the East Lancashire Road in Worsley when the motorbike he was riding collided with a car at the junction with Old Clough Lane on Friday, 1 May.
Police have appealed for anyone with information about the collision, which took place at around 2pm, to contact them.
In a tribute, David’s partner said: “Dave, my fiancé, my best friend, stepdad to my daughter, was taken away from me and her, our family and all our friends. He was an absolute gentleman and loved by so many people.
“He would light up any room with his big smile and would do anything for anyone no matter how small. You are going to be missed so, so much. It’s left a massive hole in our lives; it will never be the same without you around.
“I love you Dave so much, sleep tight babe.”
He was a passionate motorcyclist who was loved in the wider biker community, which his twin sister touched on in her heartfelt message.
She said: “We are truly heartbroken by the tragic death of our beloved David. He had everything to live for.
“A much-loved son and brother. We take great comfort knowing you’re back with your mum now.
“Thank you for the outpouring of condolences from not only friends and family, but strangers and the biker community that adored David.”
David’s children said: “Even after death, we will always find a way to ride again.
“Your loving children.”
Greater Manchester Police said they are keen to speak to anyone with CTV, dashcam or mobile phone footage of the incident or of the moments leading up to the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the police on 0161 856 4741, quoting log 1826 of 01/05/2026.
