If you’ve crashed or been stopped by police who suspect you’ve been doing something illegal, your action camera, phone, GPS and bike could help incriminate you.
Each of these items can contain the evidence police and the courts need to convict you for a traffic or criminal offence.
Phones are the most likely to be confiscated, but we have also heard of police confiscating action cameras.
Your phone could contain incriminating evidence
Motorcycle Riders Association of WA safety officer Dave Wright has defended police for confiscating a Perth rider’s GoPro helmet cam SD card.
“If people are doing stupid things, they should pay the price,” he says.
In the latest case, a helmet camera from a dead rider has this month helped convict a British motorcyclist of dangerous driving.
His conviction was based on video evidence confiscated from the helmet of a riding colleague who died in a crash last year.
Police can also get vital evidence from GPS devices that record fastest and elapsed times.
They can also obtain incriminating evidence from motorcycles that feature data loggers.
What rights do you have?
So what do you do if police ask for an item that could incriminate you?
In some places, such as America, police may first have to obtain a search warrant. In Australia, they don’t, so long as the search is lawful.
If police conduct a lawful search, they can seize your camera, SD card, phone, GPS or bike data.
SD Card in a GoPro
It’s not just the item of the alleged offender; police can also ask a bystander to an offence for evidence.
A lawful search is where you give police permission to search you or when the officer has a “reasonable suspicion” that you could have an item containing evidence of an offence.
A crash is a situation where police might exercise their right to collect relevant evidence from victims, offenders and bystanders.
How do you not incriminate yourself?
If you don’t want to incriminate yourself, there are some steps you can take.
Without wishing to pervert the course of justice, we suggest you extract the SD card from your camera, bike or GPS.
Or at least turn off your camera to avoid attracting the attention of the police.
If they see the camera or GPS is off or that the SD card is missing, they might assume you weren’t recording.
However, we do not suggest you lie and say you don’t have it or that it wasn’t recording. That could incriminate you in a whole other offence.
Even if you want to use the evidence later in your defence, your lie will then be obvious and police could charge you for providing false information.
If they ask for the camera, GPS, phone, SD card or data logger, you can politely tell the police you will gladly make it available after it has been copied.
That may not work, unless you have been syrupy sweet.
Don’t be obstinate. That could be seen as refusing to hand over evidence and you could be charged with obstructing a police officer in the execution of their duty.
That would result in a court appearance where you could cop a fine of a few hundred dollars.
The proper procedure is to let them take it and then challenge it in court. But, of course, the horse has already bolted.
Another legal opinion
However, one legal advisor suggests that would offend the right to not incriminate yourself.
“But there is the law and there is reality,” he notes.
“Coppers will usually do whatever is easiest to ‘prove’ an offence. If that entails bullying a motorist into handing over an SD card, that is what the coppers will do.”
If your camera or SD card has been confiscated by the police or handed over to them, ask the officer to make a note of it.
Police must supply you with a receipt of the item as “soon as possible”.
It must also be returned to you in 30 days unless it is to be used as evidence. In that case, police have to apply for an extension through court.
If the matter goes to court, your legal representative can also ask for the card or, at least, a copy to be supplied for your use as evidence.
Please note:
This article is based on several other articles already published on Motorbike Writer as well as information from police and lawyers, including East Coast Lawyer Tina Davis and assistant Robyn Temperton. It is not legal advice. For legal advice, you should engage the services of a lawyer.
Since the law can be challenged and is open to legal interpretation, you may disagree with many of the points raised here. Please feel free to comment in the “Leave a reply” section below.
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WESTx1000 keeps bringing the coverage as the end of Dakar 2019 come into sight. As stage eight has already begun, we’ve received word that Ricky Brabec is out of the race with a broken engine on his factory HRC Honda.
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SS7: It’s All Downhill from Here
Only Three Days Left, But Can We Trust that It’ll Be Smooth Sailing?
No matter what the outcome this Thursday, the finale of the 2019 Dakar Rally will make history. Whether we see four Americans seeded under 50th. Two US riders in the Top Ten. One standing on the podium with our National Anthem playing in the background. Or, some other combination of conclusions… It will be a proud moment. Because of those 12 individuals competing, all have fought valiantly.
Special Stage Seven offered yet another 800-ft mountain of sand. Only this time, the racers pointed their headlights downward, surfing the face of this tsunami-sized cliff. From a spectator’s point of view, the vehicles looked as if they were gliding – pushing apart the soft terrain like wake from a ship as they dove towards level plains at alarming speeds. A driver with lesser experience might begin to doubt themselves at the halfway point then, foolishly, hit the brakes, slowing the rear wheels and sliding sideways until the inside tires – now perpendicular to their original path – dig deep enough to catch and thrust the vessel into a tumbling descent. Terrifying. But exhilarating. Because the secret to overcoming the dunes, is gas. Just like the key to an epic fail… Also gas.
“Today was really, really tough. You know, it was 323K’s of what we’ve already ridden, so the track got really rough and ratted up. And the cars and the trucks obviously brought up all the rocks, so it was really dangerous…” (Pause) “I started enjoying halfway through when we got into the dunes. It was a little more fun, a little bit more technical on the navigational side of things. …All in all, you know, we stayed in one piece, kept the bike together, which is the main thing. And we’re still enjoying the rally. Still good to be in the mix of things. And looking forward to the last couple of days.”– 17th overall, Ross Branch #114, BAS Dakar Team, BWA
Understandably, Pablo Quintanilla’s (#6) performance was less than ideal for the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna team rider. But as first out the gate, he faced both the typical disadvantage in that he had no tracks to follow. And the added dangers left behind from the previous days of rallying. Grassroots racer, Garrett Poucher (#71), has had a few of his misfortunes go viral. Many of us have seen the video(s) of Poucher forcing a stage finish on a rubber-less rim. Or more recently the picture of him going full ostrich, head buried in the sand, bike swinging overhead in a direction that could only lead to “more ouch.” Yet, each day Poucher has pushed himself to the end and continues to force himself up the ladder – today clinching 36th in the stage. Fellow Yankee Nathan Rafferty (#104) has also had his fair share of mishaps which he too has had to overcome, which the BAS Dakar Team racer described in full on Instagram:
“Spent the whole night stressing as the organizers said today’s 100KM dune section was even tougher [than in Special Stage Six]…Turns out the dunes today weren’t nearly as tough as yesterday…Thought I did have the worst…wreck of my life…[with] what I thought might be a broken wrist. In the end, I slipped a few places today but am happy to still be upright.”
Team Speed’s three cars trickled into the bivouac as late as 4a.m. after suffering a variety of mechanical issues during Special Stage Six. Not to mention heavy fog and low visibility – a common characteristic of these last couple of stages. But all of which they championed, eventually. With just a couple of hours to spare before hopping back into the cockpits by 7a.m. local time, to do it all over again. With fog rolling in toward the end of the day, the ASO cut the race course out from kilometer 227 to 255, giving many teams an opportunity to eat dinner before midnight… If at all. Circumstances throughout the event have put each man to the test, but USA-natives Robby Gordon (#316), Blade Hildebgrand (#367) and Cole Potts (#346) and their respective co-pilots Kellon Walch, Bill Conger and Max Eddy Jr. have all kept their chins up and are keen to make it to the finish.
Ricky Brabec (#15) may not have won the stage, but he’s back on top in the general standings. Adrien Van Beveren (#4) continues to hold his spot in line, keeping a close eye on the podium with less than 9 minutes away from snagging the spotlight from Ricky. While the other fast-guys are as little as four minutes from tasting victory. Countryman and comrade, Andrew Short (#29), has decided to step up from 10th to 9th in the general standings with a tactic which won the Tortoise his race. Could Short surprise the world, slowly but surely – casually making his way to the podium? Will Brabec hold onto the first seed over the remaining three specials and do what’s so far been the impossible for Americans: arriving to Lima a winner and leaving it a legend.
“I was just catching up with the group on the dunes when I saw them turning around in circles. I realized they were unable to find the WP, so I pulled away and validated the waypoint, but Matthias saw me, and the rest followed him. I could’ve hit the jackpot today, but unfortunately, they saw me. I still managed to put time into everyone except Ricky, so it was a good day. It wasn’t easy to hide that I’d validated the waypoint. We’re getting near the finish, so we have to stay focused. I’m doing my best every day and I really hope it’s going to pay off.”– Adrien Van Beveren #4, Yamalube Yamaha Official Rally Team, FRA
2019 could wind up a most historic year for American motorsports enthusiasts. With two of their own firmly seeded in the Top Ten, one of which is favorite to take the championship. Not only that, but the few US privateers in the Moto class have been exceeding expectations, all of whom are elevating to new heights – and positions – each stage, with only minor setbacks. What we can expect over the next few stages? As with every special so far, we can expect nothing… But blood, sweat, tears… and triumphs.
KEY POINTS:
Ø With Toby Price still firmly among the first five seeds, and Laia Sanz just outside the top 15, so far it seems Price might get a big wet smooch and get to keep his trailer-chic locks.
Ø The defending champion is sitting seventh overall at the end of stage 7, a shade below his level of last year, but he is also aware that everything can change in a heartbeat. “It was really hard. In the sand, if somebody takes the wrong line, everybody gets lost. I got a little bit confused with some notes and lost a little bit of time. The last days are always very difficult. Normally, in the mass starts, not that much changes, but what is ‘normal’ in the Dakar?” (Statement provided by the ASO.)
Ø “Chaleco” López will keep great memories of stage 7. The Chilean driver claimed his third S×S stage win by more than 22 minutes over Reinaldo Varela —good enough to come within striking distance of the Brazilian, who now leads the race after Gerard Farrés went through CP2 with a deficit of almost 2 hours! (Statement provided by the ASO.)
Ø Stéphane Peterhansel still holds a margin of about 3 minutes over Nani Roma at WP5. Things are tighter 10 minutes behind the Frenchman, with Carlos Sainz, Cyril Despres and Giniel De Villiers within seconds of one another. (Statement provided by the ASO.)
Ø Sébastien Loeb is still gaining time on the leader of the special. The Peugeot driver recovered after losing almost 40 minutes due to an electrical problem in the first few kilometres and is clearly the fastest man on the track. He now trails Peterhansel by 31’13” after clawing back eight minutes. (Statement provided by the ASO.)
Ø Rankings of Americans after SS7
MOTO
3rd Ricky Brabec #15 – 03h 58’ 11”; 1st in the General Classification
6th Andrew Short #29 – 04h 03’ 10”; 9th in the General Classification
36th Garrett Poucher #71 – 05h 00’ 41”; 45th in the General Classification
72nd Nathan Rafferty #104 – 06h 42’ 28”; 57th in the General Classification
DNF Skyler Howes #73
CAR
45th Blade Hildebrand, Bill Conger #367 – 08h 13’ 19”; 45th in the General Classification
After SS6: 61st in Stage; 45th in the General Classification
48th Robby Gordon, Kellon Walch #316 – 08h 33’ 54”; 56th in the General Classification
After SS6: 60th in Stage; 58th in the General Classification
DNF Cole Potts, Max Eddy Jr. #346
SIDE-BY-SIDE
3rd Casey Currie #343 – 04h 29’ 04”; 6th in the General Classification
Ø Top Ten Stage Finishers in Motorcycles
1st Sam Sunderland #14 – 03h 51’ 41”; 4th in the General Classification
2nd Jose Ignacio Cornejo Florimo #10 – 03h 53’ 32”; 12th in the General Classification
3rd Ricky Brabec #15 – 03h 58’ 11”; 1st in the General Classification
4th Adrien Van Beveren #4 – 04h 01’ 21”; 2nd in the General Classification
5th Luciano Benavides #77 – 04 03’ 00”; 11th in the General Classification
6th Andrew Short #29 – 04h 03’ 10”; 9th in the General Classification
7th Xavier de Soultrait #18 – 04h 04’ 53”; 10th in the General Classification
8th Toby Price #3 – 04h 06’ 00”; 3rd in the General Classification
9th Stefan Svitko #11 – 04h 08’ 02”; 8th in the General Classification
10th Matthias Walkner #1 – 04h 08’ 19”; 7th in the General Classification
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Suzuki champions to share track knowledge at Phillip Island.
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Team Suzuki Ecstar Australia duo Josh Waters and Wayne Maxwell will join former champion Shawn Giles as coaches of Suzuki’s Sportsbike Track Day event to be hosted on 1 February at Phillip Island.
Available for an additional $150, participants will receive track insight, secrets and riding tips gained in over 40 years of premier class racing. A circuit debrief will take place in a classroom style format before the trio suit up and demonstrate proper line selection and body position, while offering feedback to help participates shave their lap times.
The track is open to all Suzuki sportsbike owners, from first timers through to track day regulars. Spots are available from $200, where riders will be grouped according to experience and receive six 20-minute sessions.
For an additional $50, riders can book a 20-minute test ride session aboard the latest generation GSX-R1000 and experience the hardest-accelerating, sharpest handling, most technically advanced GSX-R ever. Garage Hire is also available for $25 per rider. For more information, visit www.suzukiaustraliamerchandise.com/collections/events.
“I don’t like them just sitting in my shed and I can’t ride them all so it would be good if someone could display them to the public,” he says.
“Suzuki two-strokes are what I learnt to ride on.”
First Suzi
TS90s
His first bike was a 1970 TS90. He doesn’t have that bike, but he now has two examples in his collection.
“They’re not mainstream bikes so they don’t cost ridiculous prices to buy,” he says.
“They are simple a hell of a lot of fun to ride and attract a lot of attention wherever I take them, not that l’m after that.
“You go to get fuel for your bike and you’ll be there for an hour talking to people about your bike.
“A lot of people like me learnt to ride on these types of bikes.
“It strikes a chord with people and their great memories.”
TC100
Most of the bikes are restored, only five bikes are registered, but all are in good mechanical condition.
Among the bikes is a T500 he bought in 2004.
T500
“I searched for one for quite a while,” he says.
“A nice example was listed in the US and I wished there was one in Australia. Well literally a week later this one was advertised in Brisbane.
“It wouldn’t start but had good compression. I registered it in August of that year and have been riding it ever since.
“It has had every seal replaced including the crank. The gearbox was rebuilt and modified. The top end, piston and rings, have not been touched. The frame has been repainted as well as the tank and side covers.
“It is a joy to ride. Contrary to popular belief it has good torque at low revs for a 50-year-old design.
“Once it hits 5000rpm she picks up her skirt really gets going. You just ride to its limits which is good as you ride slower.”
Favourite Suzi
Neil says he doesn’t have a favourite.
“Please don’t make me choose,” he says.
“The thing people don’t realise is how difficult it is to choose which one to ride for the day.
“If you ride one the others get a bit sookie so have to be careful.
“I try to to alternate them so they all go for a bit of a run.
“One of the most endearing is a Jacaranda Blue 1967 Suzuki K10 80cc road bike.
“Whenever you ride it, you ride it full throttle and it feels like you are going as lot faster than you actually are and you can really throw it around in the corners.
“It’s not restored but it’s a delightful littler machine.
“None of them are rare or valuable. They cost around the $2000-$3000 mark. But they are worth something to me.”
New home
And they will be with a lot of sentimental value to old bikers who would love to see them on public display.
“A lot of cafes are aimed at women with crafts on display, so this would be ideal to attract some male customers,” he says.
But it would have to be nearby as Neil likes to ride a different one nearly every day.
ASBK Champions join Phillip Island Suzuki Track Day
Take your riding to the next level with the Suzuki Sports Bike Track Day at Phillip Island Grand Prix circuit on February 1, 2019, where Suzuki champions Shawn Giles, Josh Waters and Wayne Maxwell will be in attendance to offer expert tuition to riders taking part in a special training course as part of their ride day.
Available for an additional $150, participants will receive track insight, secrets and riding tips gained in over 40 years of premier class racing. A circuit debrief will take place in a classroom style format then the champions will suit up and head on track and demonstrate proper line selection, body position and offer feedback and tips to help participates shave their lap times.
Suzuki Sports Bike Track Days welcome ASBK Champs
Limited spots are available and advanced bookings is required, as spots will not be available on the day. Riders must be registered for the track day in order to participate.
Welcome to all Suzuki sports bike owners, from first timers to track day regulars the Suzuki Track Day will provide an adrenaline pumping experience with added exclusives not available at regular events. Spots are available from $200 and participants will be grouped according to experience and receive six 20 minute sessions.
Suzuki Sports Bike Track Day
For an additional $50 riders can book a 20 minute test ride session aboard the latest generation Suzuki GSX-R1000 and experience the hardest-accelerating, sharpest handling, most technically advanced GSX-R ever. Garage Hire is also available for $25 per rider.
First complete pre-season for the Yamaha ace in three years.
Image: Foremost Media.
Western Australian Connor Tierney is aiming to be a top five regular in the upcoming Pirelli MX Nationals, which will see him enter his second season in the premier MX1 category.
Tierney, who will once again pilot a Yamaha YZ450F in a self-managed operation, embarks on his first pre-season in years after previously coming off major surgeries in his last three campaigns, forcing the number 16 to continually be underprepared when round one rolls by.
The added seat time and ability to be at full-fitness has promoted confidence in the 21-year-old, and he’s adamant on making the step-up in 2019 to be within the lead group of riders in the talent-filled division.
“I’ll pretty much be doing the same thing with a few different people behind me, and I’ll be on the 450 again,” Tierney explained to MotoOnline.com.au. “I had an alright year last year, so I’ll use that as a stepping stone. I’ll be coming out with a good pre-season for the first time in three years, so I’ll see what I can do with that.
“In 2016 I had a knee reconstruction, in 2017 I had another knee reconstruction and last year it was a shoulder reconstruction. I’m going to be fit at the first and won’t be playing catch up – I can keep building throughout the year.
“I want to make that step-up – I don’t want be just off that fast group, I want to be in there battling with those fast dudes – a top five guy is the plan. I’m going to work to make it happen.”
Tierney wound up 14th in the standings last year after an ankle injury sidelined him halfway through, although he still managed to record a number of impressive results. The opening round of the MX Nationals is scheduled for 17 March at Appin in New South Wales.
Moto News Wrap for January 15, 2019 by Darren Smart
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Baggett and Cianciarulo Take Glendale AMA SX
The second round of the AMA Supercross Championship was filled with great racing and drama but when it was all said and done Blake Baggett won his first 450SX main event after Adam Cianciarulo completely dominated the 250SX main.
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2
450SX Report – Start 1
There were two starts to the 450 main so let’s start with the original gate drop where Ken Roczen outsmarted his competitors by breaking ranks to position himself on the third farthest outside gate away from all of the contenders who were on the middle to inside gates, to earn the holeshot from Marvin Musquin, Blake Baggett, Jason Anderson, Vince Friese, Malcolm Stewart, Eli Tomac, Justin Barcia, Dean Wilson and Justin Brayton while Chad Reed continues to struggle with his starts to be back in 14th place.
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2
Anderson moved to second place and all of the places were remaining predominantly the same for the first four minutes when Stewart spewed over the bars in the tough whoop section and didn’t move off the track so the race was stopped – news on Stewart’s status below.
Start 2 – Staggered Start
With Roczen at the front, the whole field sat single file from 1st to 21st on the main straight for the remaining 16 minutes of the main event and after a confusing drop of the flag Roczen led the field from Anderson, Musquin, Baggett, Friese. Tomac and the rest of the star studded field.
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2 – Ken Roczen
The first couple of laps were enthralling as Roczen held Anderson at bay but then the defending champ ran out of patience and drove hard into the right hand berm at the end of the whoops and thanks to their alternate lines coming together Roczen was dropped off his Honda.
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2 – Jason Anderson
All bets would have been on Anderson taking off for an easy win but Baggett, who had already passed Musquin was looking mighty comfortable on the hard packed, slippery surface and it wasn’t long before Anderson and Baggett were in a battle for the lead just as Roczen and Tomac moved into third and fourth with easy passes on the struggling Musquin.
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2 – Chad Reed
Out front Baggett was all over Anderson for the lead for several laps and it looked like a cat playing with a wounded mouse for some time before Baggett literally rode around the outside of the defending champion as they entered a right hand berm before taking off for his maiden 450SX class main event win.
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Blake Baggett
“I have had weekends where I have had to run the pace with those guys, Kenny as well, then some weekends they leave me in the dust, so it feels good to finally get my whole program together and win a round against those guys.”
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2 – Blake Baggett
Anderson’s title defence is back on track with a solid second place.
Jason Anderson
“This was a good weekend, I was able to ride the Main better than last week. I had a section that I didn’t think I was great in, so I didn’t want to put myself in a position to go down and lose points. I took the second and I’ll go from there.”
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2 – Jason Anderson
Eli Tomac didn’t get the best start and was right in the mix when Stewart went over the bars but the Kawasaki ace battled through to fourth place.
Eli Tomac
“I was feeling confident coming into the weekend and also felt good in qualifying. The track was massive and different from most of the tracks in the series. It’s never ideal to have to go to the LCQ but we got it done and stayed focused on the Main Event. We’ll be focusing on our starts this week and look to apply that practice to the race next weekend. We’re still third in points and in a really good position so we’ll come out swinging for the second go-around in Anaheim.”
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2 – Eli Tomac
Last week’s winner Justin Barcia didn’t get the starts he needed to contend for another win but the Yamaha rider is just one point off the championship lead.
Justin Barcia
“It was a really difficult day for me. The track was really high speed. It had some really technical rhythm sections. For some reason, I could never get a good flow on it. It was a little bit frustrating I would say, but I felt like every time I went on the track I kind of got better and better and made some really good bike changes. I wish I could have gotten more comfortable right off the bat. I just never felt comfortable today. It was definitely a frustrating day compared to my win last weekend. But all in all, the team really worked their butts off today to get me as comfortable as I could on the bike on this tricky track. It was really hard packed, really slick. The team went above and beyond and did a good job on the bike. The track was just a difficult one for me. So I’m moving on this week. Will work on a few things and then back to Anaheim. Looking forward to that. I’m really excited for A2.”
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2 – Justin Barcia
Rookie Aaron Plessinger struggled with the track conditions to end the night just outside the top 10 in 11th.
Aaron Plessinger
“Phoenix Supercross was a little rough for me. I was struggling with the bike all day. I had a big crash in practice and then changed a lot on the bike for the heat race. The track was really, really getting slick in the heat race. I got a pretty good start in the heat race but just made a couple little mistakes and it cost me third and ended up fifth. In the main event, I didn’t really get a great start. Then we had to do a restart, a staggered start. That didn’t really play into my favour. I went from 12th to 13th, I think. Then about halfway through I started feeling really good and started flowing with the track and made a few passes and was catching another rider and just ran out of time. I think A2 will be a lot better. It will be the first triple crown, so I’m coming in with high hopes.”
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Chad Reed was dead-set on fire in his heat race to pass the likes of Roczen and Baggett on his way to second place but the final did not go Chad’s way with a poor start and a few small mistakes leaving the multi champion back in 14th place at race end.
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2 – Chad Reed
Joey Savatgy’s night ended with a concussion after crashing during his heat race.
Joey Savatgy
“I was feeling really comfortable on the bike all day. The team and I were prepared to redeem our results from last week, but unfortunately, I made a mistake in my heat race, which caused me to sit out the rest of the night. It’s only the second round of a long season and I’m looking forward to using the experience and improving each week.”
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250SX Report
The fifteen minute 250SX main saw Cianciarulo take the holeshot ahead of Shane McElrath, Jimmy Decotis, Colt Nichols and Dylan Ferrandis who was on a mission as he passed Nichols but the Frenchman high-sided on a left hand sweeper which dropped him to 16th.
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2 – Adam Cianciarulo
As Cianciarulo pulled away, Decotis and Nichols were going toe to toe for several laps before Nichols eventually won the battle and then demoted McElrath to third place but he was 10 seconds back from Cianciarulo and never looked like catching the flying Kawasaki pilot.
R.J Hampshire was another on the move and had moved up from a bad starting position to 5th by lap eleven and then quickly demoted Decotis to take 4th.
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2 – Shane McElrath
Cianciarulo secured maximum points with his 7th career victory, almost 12 seconds ahead of Nichols who retained his championship points lead with a five point advantage heading into the third round while McElrath held off a charge at the flag from Hampshire who finished well ahead of Decotis and Ferrandis who came home 6th after his crash.
Adam Cianciarulo
“I got through the first corner, unlike last week. I’m really tired of being the guy that just has potential. We just went back to the drawing board this week,”
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2 – Adam Cianciarulo
Garrett Marchbanks struggled on the hard packed surface to end the night in 9th place.
Garrett Marchbanks
“Round 2 is done and I’m proud of our ninth-place position. I’m still learning each week, working on my starts and building my confidence. I’m so grateful for all the hard work my team has put in and all the support they continue to provide me with. This track was a lot different from the others I’m used to but I’m using everything as experience and applying it to each round.”
2019 AMA SX – Glendale Round 2 – Garrett Marchbanks
Tomas Ravenhorst had an up and down heat race with the Australian privateer running as high as 7th before dropping to 11th then back to the final qualifying spot only to drop back to 10th and a trip to the LCQ where he never figured to finish 15th.
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250 Main Event Overall Results
Adam Cianciarulo
Colt Nichols
Shane McElrath
RJ Hampshire
James Decotis
Dylan Ferrandis
Chris Blose Husqvarna
Sean Cantrell
Garrett Marchbanks
Michael Mosiman
AMA Supercross 2019 250 Western Round Two Main Event Results Adam Cianciarulo – Kawasaki Colt Nichols – Yamaha +9.557 Shane McElrath – KTM +13.919
250 West Coast Points (Round 2 Of 9)
Colt Nichols – 49
Adam Cianciarulo – 44
Shane Mcelrath – 42
Dylan Ferrandis – 40
RJ Hampshire – 38
James Decotis – 34
Garrett Marchbanks – 31
Chris Blose – 30
Michael Mosiman – 24
Jess Pettis – 24
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Sam Sunderland came out on top in the loop around San Juan de Marconae and now stands less than 10 minutes behind the new overall leader, Ricky Brabec who has a six minute lead over Toby Price who moved up to second place overall after stage 7.
Sam Sunderland
Still suffering with his injury, Toby Price battles on in third overall. Of the other Aussies in the event, Rodney Faggotter dropped out with a mechanical issue early in the event while James Ferguson is down as a DNF during stage six but Ben Young sits in a more than credible 63rd outright despite suffering six-minutes’ worth of penalties.
Price Update
Toby Price was given a 1 minute and 33 second penalty for some form of misdemeanor during stage 7 which drops the Aussie to third overall and eight plus minutes behind the leader with three stages to go.
Stage 8 – Tuesday, January 15, 2019 – San Juan de Marcona > Pisco, Total 575 km | Specials 360 km
Stage 9: Wednesday, January 16, 2019 – Pisco > Pisco, Total 409 km | Specials 313 km
Stage 10: Thursday, January 17, 2019 – Pisco > Lima, Total 359 km | Specials 112 km
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Fricke Wins Aussie Speedway Solo Championship
Despite Rohan Tungate winning the final round on his home track at Kurri Kurri, Max Fricke has been crowned the 2019 Australian Speedway Solo Champion thanks to three round wins and two podium finishes over the five hard fought rounds.
Only a handful of points separated Fricke, former World Champion Chris Holder and defending champion Tungate going into the final round at Loxford Park Speedway, Kurri Kurri on Friday night but the fans didn’t need to wait for the final to see Fricke win the championship after the former World Under 21 Champion produced enough points in his heats to clinch the title.
The 22-year-old from Mansfield finished the final round with four wins and one second place finish during his heats, and a second-place finish in the A Final to end the championship with 83 points.
Max Fricke
“It’s been a really close championship between myself, Rohan and Chris right from the get-go. It’s been a great Championship and I am unbelievably happy to now be named the Champion. All the clubs have done such a great job this championship and everything has worked out really well! I hope to look to add a GP World Championship but I think that’s a long way into the future, so I just need to continue improving and hopefully a goal like that can be achievable.”
Max Fricke – 2019 Australian Speedway Solo Champion
Tungate delivered an unforgettable performance at Kurri Kurri, winning all his respective heats and was just too fast for Fricke in the A Final to end the championship on 77 points, just six points shy of repeating his 2018 title win.
Rohan Tungate
“I came out with a plan and everything went to accordingly. I did everything I could and won all my races, so I achieved my goal in the end! Max rode well all meeting and all series, and you simply can’t take that away from him. I can sleep well knowing I rode him hard, and so did Chris. It’s been a hard Championship, and Max fought hard for it, so he deserves it.”
Chris Holder ended the championship on 70 points on the back of a round win and making it to the A Final at every round and despite a couple of mechanical issues Holder fought tooth and nail throughout the Championship to take out the bronze medal despite missing out on points in the A Final at Kurri Kurri.
Sam Masters closed off the championship on 53 points for fourth overall just ahead of Jack Holder on 52 points and Brady Kurtz on 51 points while Jaimon Lidsey and Nick Morris ended the series on 45 points apiece.
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Waters and Tanti Wins Coffs Harbour Stadium
Todd Waters and Aaron Tanti have added their name to the winners list when they won the Pro-Open and Pro-Lites classes respectively at the annual and highly rated Coffs Harbour Stadium Motocross last weekend.
Despite losing the opening moto to Luke Clout, Waters won the Pro-Open class over Connor Tierney and Joel Rizzo while Tanti scored the Pro-Lites class win over Mason Rowe and Rhys Budd.
Todd Waters won the Pro-Open class
There were over 450 riders at the event and unfortunately Clout was forced from the final two Pro-Open motos with a mystery mechanical failure while the other class winners include:
Beau Price (7/u9 years 50cc),
Jake Cannon (10-11 years 65cc),
Hunter Collins (14-15 years 85cc/150cc 4st),
Taylor Thompson (Girls 85cc),
Jarrad Hardcastle (Vets Over 30),
Ashlea Bates (Women’s All Powers),
Chris Nichols (Vets Over 40),
Ryder Kingfsord (13 years 85cc/150cc 4st),
Ryder Creeke (7-9 Years 65cc),
Joshua Lea (C Grade Lites – Under 19),
Lachlan Burns (C Grade Lites – Over 19),
Hixson McInnes (11 years 85cc/150cc 4st),
Ryder Kingfsord (13 years 100-125cc 2st),
Charli Cannon (Girls Lites),
Jack Deveson (9-10 years 85cc/150cc 4st),
Reid Taylor (14-15 years 100-125cc 2st),
Connor Whitney (B Grade Lites),
Cody Kilpatrick (12 years 85cc/150cc 4st),
Connor McNamara (A Grade Lites),
Luke Holder (C Grade Open),
Harrison Reid (13-15 years 128cc2st/250cc4st),
Andrew Fuller (B Grade Open)
Jake Cobbin (A Grade Open).
Pro Open
Todd Waters
Connor Tierney
Joel Rizzo
Mason Rowe
Robbie Marshall
Pro Lites – Top 5
Aaron Tanti
Mason Rowe
Rhys Budd
Jye Dickson
John Bova
Bowers Wins King of Dortmund
American Tyler Bowers was in Germany last weekend contesting the final round of the ADAC Supercross Championship in Dortmund and it bore fruit with the former Arenacross Champ winning the first night on Friday before taking second on Saturday to capture the King of Dortmund crown ahead of Valentin Teillet and Cedric Soubeyras.
Gregory Aranda won the SX1 class overall thanks to his win on Saturday night while Teillet and Soubeyras finished third and fourth overall on the weekend.
Tyler Bowers wins King Of Dortmund 2019 – Image by Jan Brucke
SX1 Overall
Gregory Aranda
Tyler Bowers
Valentin Teillet
Cedric Soubeyras
Charles Le Francois
Dominique Thury
Fabien Izoird
Adrien Escoffier
Matthew Bayliss
Nick Schmidt
King Of Dortmund
Tyler Bowers
Valentin Teillet
Cedric Soubeyras
Dominique Thury
Charles Le Francois
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‘Sir’ Jeffrey Herlings is a Knight
2018 MXGP FIM Motocross World Champion Jeffrey Herlings, from Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, has become a Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau.
This honour is exclusively awarded in the Netherlands to people with outstanding achievements. A requirement which Jeffrey Herlings fits perfectly, after becoming 2018 MXGP World Champion, dominating the Dutch Masters of Motocross, and taking third as a part of the Dutch team at the 2018 Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations.
Jeffrey Herlings
“What a night… amazing. To receive this honour is something very special. One of the greatest things that has ever happened to me. I wasn’t prepared and didn’t see this coming. I’m speechless but will go home tonight with a big smile on my face.”
Jeffrey Herlings – Image by Marvin Duiker
Herlings received the Royal decoration at the Motorsports gala of the Royal Dutch Motorcycle Federation (KNMV) from Dutch Minister of Sports Bruno Bruins who had nothing but kind words.
Bruno Bruins – Dutch Minister of Sports
“You’re a great champion and an inspiration to others. You’re an example of what it takes to be a true sportsman. Our king could not attend the Grand Prix in Assen but is well aware of your achievements. He’d like to honour you with this decoration.”
At the same event Jeffrey was also awarded the highest Dutch award in motorsports: the Hans de Beaufort trophy. KTM Motorsport’s Director Pit Beirer handed this to him saying:
Pit Beirer – KTM Motorsport Director
“This is for being an outstanding rider and a fighter for your country. You deserve it for being an ambassador of the sport and turning over your knowledge to young riders.”
Sir Jeffrey Herlings enjoyed the night but he is fully focused on the upcoming 2019 MXGP FIM Motocross World Championship season kicking off on the 2nd and 3rd of March in Patagonia-Argentina.
MXGP of Patagonia – Argentina Entry Lists
Youthstream have announced the official entry lists for the opening round of the 2019 FIM Motocross World Championship taking place at the Neuquen circuit in Patagonia-Argentina this 2nd and 3rd of March.
MXGP of Patagonia
The MXGP of Patagonia-Argentina has made itself one of the most liked stops on the calendar since 2015 by both riders and industry members. The 2019 entry list showcases an impressive line-up with the best riders in the world. The combination of an amazing venue, stacked competition, and it being the first round of the season will leave all eyes watching in anticipation of the amazing racing which will surely be produced.
To see all those who will be lining up in Patagonia you can find both the MXGP & MX2 Entry Lists here below:
MXGP Riders
Team GBO Motorsport: Simon Furlotti
Team HRC: Tim Gajser/Brian Bogers
Monster Energy Factory MXGP: Romain Febvre/Jeremy Seewer
Hutten Metaal Yamaha Racing: Sven Van Der Mierden/Micha Boy De Waal
KTM Sarhotz Racing: Max Nagl/Tom Koch
Scandinavian Racing Sports: Jonathan Bengtsson
Team Gibben Van Venrooy Kawasaki Racing: Alessandro Lupino/Benoit Paturel
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing: Pauls Jonass/Arminas Jasikonis
Monster energy Wilvo Yamaha Official MXGP Team: Arnaud Tonus/Gautier Paulin
Monster energy Kawasaki: Clement Desalle/Julien Leiber
NR83 Team: Nathan Renkens
JWR Yamaha Racing: Kevin Strijbos/Vsevolod Brylyakov/Anton Gole
Sixtytwo Motorsport Husqvarna: Klemen Gercar
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing: Jeffrey Herlings/Antonio Cairoli’
AG Racing: Guryev Artem
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MX2 Riders
Marchetti KTM: Iker Larranaga/Andrea Zanotti
Team HRC: Calvin Vlaanderen
Yamaha SM Action – M.C. Migliori/Michele Cervellin/Max Renaux
E2T – Racing Team: Enzo Toriani/Hampus Kahri
F&H Racing Team: Henry Jacobi/Adam Sterry
Team Diga-Procross Husqvarna: Davey Pootjes
Team Gibben Van Venrooy Kawasaki Racing: Marcel Conija
KTM Racestore MX2 Max Bart: Lesiardo Morgan
JD Gunnex Racing Team: Richard Sykina/Petr Polak
Bud Racing Kawasaki: Brian Moreau/Brian Hsu
A1M Husqvarna: Roland Edelbacher
Honda 114 Motorsports: Mitch Evans/Zach Pichon
STC Racing IXS: Loris Freidig
Hitachi KTM: Conrad Mewse/Bas Vaessen
Monster Energy Kemea Yamaha: Ben Watson/Jago Geerts
Team Honda Redmoto Assomotor: Brent Van Doninck/Mathys Boisrame
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing: Jorge Prado/Tom Vialle
Bike It DRT Kawasaki: Darian Sanayei/Gustavo Pessoa
Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing: Thomas Kjer Olsen/Jed Beaton
GT243: Maks Mausser
Revo Husqvarna UK: Dylan Walsh/Alvin Ostlund
Vamo Racing Team: Hakan Halmi
Watson Wins Gurp TT Beach Race
500 plus riders turned up for the Gurp TT de Grayan-Et-L’Hôpital which was round five of the France based beach race series called Championnat de France des Sables and it was Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Nathan Watson who claimed a hard-fought victory on the final lap of the two-hour 30-minute beach race over Husqvarna’s Yental Martens to record his third win of the series.
Yentel Martens – Gurp TT 2019
With championship leader Martens out front in the early laps, Watson settled into things and began to push the pace as the course roughened and by lap six worked his way up to the front of the field and into the race lead.
However, Martens didn’t want to give up without a fight and for the second half of the race the duo went head-to-head for victory. Finding the extra energy needed, Watson upped his pace aboard his KTM 450 SX-F during the closing stages of the event, overtaking Martens on the final lap to clinch a memorable race win.
Nathan Watson
“I’m really happy with that, I couldn’t ask for a better race. To finish on the top step of the podium again, for the third time in the championship, is awesome. The opening lap was fast, much faster than I expected it to be. I didn’t want to make mistakes and lose more places than I could gain, so I remained calm and let things settle. Then I began building my rhythm and made some really good passes to reach the front of the field. When I passed Yentel for the lead he stepped up his pace too and we were fighting hard until the end. It was a great battle – one I enjoyed a lot – so to end up on the top step of the podium feels amazing after such a great race. With another win it means my championship hopes are growing despite having missed round two. Now, with just Enduropale Le Touquet remaining, I’m just going there chasing victory because that’s a race I really want to win. If I can do that then we’ll keep our fingers crossed to see what happens regards the championship.”
Nathan Watson – Gurp TT – Image by Pascal Haudiquert
Yentel Martens
“That was a really nice race. Although I didn’t manage to get the victory, as a racer it’s hard to be disappointed in a performance like that. Nathan and myself were battling all the time and we were pushing the pace a lot. He just had that little bit extra on me during the final lap, but I can’t complain because I gave it everything I had. I must give a big thank you to my team, they were awesome too. The bike was wonderful and our pitstops were very slick and fast. With two weeks to go until le Touquet the race is now beginning to build on our minds. Today I showed that I can go there and be a contender for the top step of the podium. Everything is working so well and there is a good feeling inside the team that we can deliver something special there.”
Yentel Martens – Gurp TT 2019
Martens takes a 15 point lead into the sixth and final round of the Championnat de France des Sables at Enduropale Le Touquet on February 3.
Results – Championnat de France des Sables, Round 5
Nathan Watson, KTM, 12 laps 2:30:07.650
Yentel Martens, Husqvarna, 2:30:51.180
Milko Potisek, Yamaha, 2:32:38.110
Jeffrey Dewulf, KTM, 2:34:25.190
Jeremy Van Horebeek, Honda, 2:34:55.910
Championnat de France des Sables Points after Round 5
Martens – 150
Watson – 135
Potisek – 125
Dewulf – 115
Ramon Steve – 110
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2019 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Up-Date
MX Sports Pro Racing has announced the return of Fox Raceway in Pala, California, for the second round of the 2019 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship on Saturday, May 25.
Pala previously served as the season finale of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship for back-to-back seasons in 2010 and 2011, which signified the return of the sport to the San Diego area following an absence that spanned multiple decades after the closure of famed Carlsbad Raceway. During those two seasons, Ryan Dungey and Dean Wilson claimed back-to-back victories in the 450 Class and 250 Class, respectively, with Wilson amassing an undefeated record by winning all four motos.
AMA Motocross returns in 2019
Roy Janson – MX Sports Managing Director
“We are excited to keep the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship in Southern California, and it’s fitting that it comes with a return to Pala considering the overwhelming popularity of that event during our initial partnership. This region provides the pulse for the entire sport, so it is important that we provide our teams, riders, and fans with the best possible venue to showcase this championship. The Pala Band of Mission Indians has remained committed to enhancing their facility, and they have put their trust into a group of industry veterans to ensure the track’s presence continues to grow.”
“When MX Sports Pro Racing contacted us with the opportunity to bring the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship back to Pala we jumped at the chance,” said Myron Short, Founder and VP of Operations for 2X Promotions. “This is the most storied motocross championship in the world and Fox Raceway has grown to become what is arguably California’s premier motocross track. It’s fitting that these two entities are back together and we hope this is the beginning of a long and historic partnership.”
AMA Motocross returns in 2019
The Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship has served as the preeminent motocross competition since 1972 and the 2019 season will kick off on Saturday, May 18, with the Hangtown Motocross Classic, where reigning back-to-back 450 Class Champion Eli Tomac will look to join elite company in his quest to win the Edison Dye Cup for the third straight season while in the 250 Class, the advancement of titleholder Aaron Plessinger into the 450 division means the Gary Jones Cup will be up for grabs, opening the door for the sport’s next star of the future to emerge.
2019 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Schedule
Rd1: May 18, Hangtown Motocross Classic, Prairie City SVRA, California
Rd2: May 25, Pala National, Fox Raceway, Pala, California
Rd3: June 1, Lakewood, Colorado
Rd4: June 15, High Point National, High Point Raceway, Mt. Morris, Pennsylvania
Rd5: June 22, Florida National, WW Ranch Motocross Park, Jacksonville, Florida
Rd6: June 29, Soutwick National, Southwick, Massachusetts
Rd7: July 6, RedBud National, RedBud MX, Buchanan, Michigan
Rd8: July 20, Spring Creek National, Spring Creek MX Park, Millville, Minnesota
Rd9: July 27, Washougal National. Washougal MX Park, Washougal, Washington
Rd10: Aug 10, Unadilla National, Unadilla MX, New Berlin, New York
Rd11: Aug 17, Budds Creek National, Budds Creek MX Park, Maryland
Rd12: Aug 24, Ironman National, Ironman Raceway, Crawfordsville, Indiana
Malcolm Stewart Injured at Glendale
Malcolm Stewart broke his femur after crashing in the whoops during the 450 main event at the second round of the AMA Supercross at Glendale last weekend and was immediately taken to hospital where they operated on him on Sunday morning. This is what Malcom had to say on his Instagram account.
Malcolm Stewart
“Such a bummer on what happened last night. Surgery this A.M on femur! We will be back better than ever. Sorry I let you guys down! I appreciate all the prayers you guys sent me! I’ll give you guys a update soon.”
Malcolm Stewart
Interestingly, Smartop/Bullfrog Spas/MotoConcepts Honda team owner Mike Genova released a heartfelt statement regarding Malcolm’s injury – you can read it in full below:
Mike Genova – Smartop/Bullfrog Spas/MotoConcepts Honda Team Owner
“As most of you know, Saturday night in Glendale, while going Mach speed through the whoops pushing to catch the front runners, Malcolm had a big get off. While I am super bummed and disappointed for Malcolm, his family and our group, I am equally grateful and happy that Malcolm’s injury is limited to strictly a broken femur of which the doctors performed surgery on Sunday morning. My gratitude and happiness stems from the experience of having one of my guys lying virtually motionless for some twenty minutes, thirty feet away from me (I was in the managers tower) having no idea the extent of the injury, thinking the worst and having no way to be by Malcolm’s side to support and comfort him. Followed up by Tony [Alessi, team manager] and I going to the hospital after the race, only to find Malcolm alert and upbeat, (pain meds may have been working) preparing to eat an In and Out burger, insisting on how he will be back in no time, stronger and better than ever.
Malcolm Stewart before injury
“Unfortunately for Malcolm, his family, MCR, the fans and the whole race community, we are all going to have to patiently wait for Malcolm to recover from his injury and further pursue the excellence he displayed during the first two races of the 2019 season. I wanted to publicly acknowledge how proud I am of Malcolm for the level of commitment and work ethic he has invested into this years SX series. When looking for a ride this past September he gave Tony and I his word that he was ready to do whatever was required to be prepared to compete at the highest level in the 2019 SX series, all of which he has done to perfection — both on and off the track. To improve his overall fitness and endurance levels, Malcom hired a personal trainer, never missing a training session and constantly pushed himself to reach new fitness levels. Alongside focusing on improved fitness, Malcolm modified his diet and quickly dropped 25 pounds that improved his results on the bike. When it came to testing and riding days, Malcolm was often the first one to the track and handled the rigorous demands the team put on him with a positive and cooperative attitude. Malcolm has been very respectful to work with and brought a lift in our team.
Malcolm Stewart before injury
“So Malcolm won’t get the chance to show the world how hard he worked and the results of his efforts, but I feel it’s only fair to Malcolm to let the world know how proud I am of him on how he chose to become a better racer, role model and man.”
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Kirkness to Star at Old Bar Dirt Track This Weekend
What was for many years a tradition will continue this Saturday (January 19) when the dirt track racing season opens with a twilight Dirt Track meeting at the Old Bar track near Taree and the star attraction will be former Troy Bayliss Classic winner and multi Australian Champion Michael Kirkness who will be the favourite to take the major class wins.
Reigning triple Australian Dirt Track champion Kirkness will take on another former champion in Marty McNamara while there is a strong contingent heading down the highway from the Macleay Club with the seasoned campaigners Jarryd Oram and Michael Booth joined by young guns Sam Davies, James Chapman and Alex Hurst.
Former Taree member Jared Myer has entered along with talented Queenslander Ben Montgomery and former junior stand-out Bayley James from the Hunter club.
Much interest will centre on two of the youngest senior entries in Taree rider Kye Andrews, a triple Australian champion in his last season in juniors, and Gunnedah rider Thomas Donnelly. Both have made a good impression in their limited senior outings to date.
The Over 35s class will take on added significance with the family of the late Peter Fahey sponsoring the class in his memory while Kempsey youngster Jayden Holder steps up to an older age bracket this year with Queenslander John Lytras and diminutive Beau Bailey from Forbes also among the best credentialed visitors coming to take on the strong entry of local riders in the junior classes.
All the juniors racing this weekend will be able to use the experience as a preparation for the New South Wales Junior Dirt Track Championship meeting which is to be held at the Old Bar track on the weekend of July 13 and 14.
This Saturday will see practice start at 12 noon followed by the first round of racing at 1pm and continue through to around 5.30pm.
Following a tea-break, the night-time session will finalise the program which will enable fans who cannot be there in the afternoon to still take in the action.
2020 Aussie Speedway Championship hosting EoI open
After the finish to the 2019 Australian Senior Solo Speedway Championship with a star-studded line-up, Motorcycling Australia has announce that opening of applications for qualified clubs and/or promoters to host Speedway Championships in 2020! The relevant Australian Speedway Championships now accepting applications includes:
Australian Senior Solo Championship (One Round of Championship)
Australian U21 Championship, Australian U16 250cc, Australian U16 125cc Solo and Teams Championships.
Australian Senior and Junior Sidecar Championships
Please note that all applications must be submitted before Friday 8th February 2019 in order to be reviewed with the opportunity of being accepted. All applications must be completed in full on the downloadable application form (link above), with a copy of the club’s track attached, and emailed to MA’s Track Event Manager, Sam Redfern, via [email protected].
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