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MotoStars takes on the Australian Supermoto Championship

October 6, 2018 Filed Under: News, Supermoto

Motorcycling Australia (MA) is thrilled to announce that for the next two years MotoStars will be the promoter for the Australian Supermoto Championship (ASMC). The partnership will commence in 2019 and is set for a complete overhaul, with the championship changing from a one-off event to a three-round series in three different states next year.

The new look is aimed at making Supermoto more accessible to riders and fans alike, taking the sport to the next level here in Australia.

MotoStars founder Damian Cudlin, can’t wait to put the MotoStars stamp on the Australian Supermoto Championship and raise the bar; “We are absolutely thrilled to be involved with the Australian Supermoto Championship, which, along with the Australian Junior Road Racing Championship, will lift MotoStars to the next level. We see this as a great opportunity to refresh the Australian Supermoto Championship, with the strong MotoStars focus on the junior area of the sport, as well as the Pro and Open stars of the show.

Our first move is to make the ASMC a series and to take it to three different parts of the country, moving away from being the one-off event of the past.

“We feel making the ASMC a three round series that is hosted in multiple states of Australia will give riders and clubs from all over the country the chance to compete, and represent themselves, meaning more talent and exposure for the Championship. The sport is already so unique, that alongside road racing, spectators will basically get to see two different disciplines battle it out in one spot, giving both dedicated and new fans the best of both worlds,” finished Cudlin.

Motorcycling Australia’s CEO Peter Doyle is thrilled to see Supermoto climb to new heights; “this new partnership with MotoStars over the next two years will reinvigorate Supermoto in Australia and I for one am excited to see where Motostars takes the championship,” said Doyle.

Keep your eyes peeled for further updates regarding the 2019 Australian Supermoto Championship, with dates and locations to follow.

For Further information and to stay up to date with all your Supermoto news head to Motorcycling Australia’s website, Facebook or Instagram as well as MotoStars website, Facebook and email, as well as the Australian Supermoto Championships Facebook page.

Image Credit: Australian Supermoto Championship Facebook

Australian Junior Track Championships Tamworth – This Weekend – October 6 / 7

October 5, 2018 Filed Under: News, Track

As the country’s best young motocross riders complete their week-long national title shootout the dirt track brigade will gather in Tamworth this weekend for the 2018 Australian Junior Track Championship meeting.

The Tamworth Club’s Oakburn Park track is the venue for yet another title meeting which is sure to provide plenty of excitement across Saturday and Sunday.

Riders are travelling from Queensland, Victoria and South Australia as well as all over New South Wales to take part in the meeting.

The ‘double’ of success in the same class at both dirt track and track competition is always a particular goal so winners from the Australian Junior Dirt Track Championships completed in August will be in the spotlight.

But for those who were not successful in August, they will be hell-bent on revenge this weekend.

Riders in the 13 to 16 years age bracket invariably attract the most attention and this action looms as a battle between three states.

Queenslander Cyshan Weale was the stand-out performer at the Australian Junior Dirt Track Championship meeting, but when he missed last month’s New South Wales Junior Dirt Track Championships it was Kurri rider Ryan Smith who stepped up to score a hat-trick of class wins.

But this weekend will not just be a Weale versus Smith battle given the presence of the likes of Queenslanders Tristan Adamson, Rowan Miller and Hunter Penhallurick, Victorians Max Berry and Remmie Fyffe, plus Kurri duo Harrison Ryan and Jayden Rodgers and Gunnedah rider Tom Donnelly.

In the younger age brackets Gold Coast rider Riley Nauta, Kempsey’s Jayden Holder, Kurri rider Cameron Dunker and Archie McDonald from Albury-Wodonga are all striving to back up wins in the national Dirt Track titles.

Jayden Holder is attempting to make it a double in the 85cc 4-str. Modified class for 7- Under 10s, but on his 65cc machine he has stepped up from the 7 to Under 9s and this weekend will contest the 9 to Under 13s where he will face the likes of Dunker and McDonald.

Another Gold Coast duo Harrison Voight and Rory McQualter, Victorians Jackson Milner and Zane Kinna, Mitch Bisley and Hayden Nelson from Taree, Beau Bailey from Forbes and Noah Grabham from Cowra will all be out to improve on minor placings in recent championship outings.

For more information and to stay up to date with everything Track, head to the Motorcycling Australia website, Facebook and Instagram.

Editorial Supplied by: Peter Baker
Image Credit: Sheree Griffin

Collie to play host to Australia’s best quad bike riders

October 5, 2018 Filed Under: ATV, News

Australia’s top riders — including Luke Gaisford, Chris Bosnakis, Jake Van Vliet, Cody Lincoln and Jae Dowsett — will compete for national titles at Collie’s Stockton Park track on October 5-7, 2018.

Australia’s best quad bike riders will converge on Collie this weekend with the town set to play host to the All-Terrain Vehicle Motocross Nationals.

Star competitors including Luke Gaisford, Chris Bosnakis and Jake Van Vliet will be some of the riders competing for the title of Australia’s best at the Stockton Park track from October 5th to 7th.

Returning to Western Australia for the first time since 2011, the event will be hosted by Quad Riders Western Australia and the Collie Motorcycle Club and will feature races from a range of classes, including the pro, veterans and women’s championships.

The 1.6 kilometre track is set on the banks of the picturesque Stockton Lake, offering an ideal opportunity for spectators to camp at the on-site facilities, watch the racing events and enjoy Collie’s natural surroundings.

Sport and Recreation Minister and Collie-Preston MLA Mick Murray said hosting the event would be a big achievement for Collie.

“Collie is a proud motorsport town and we are delighted to have the countries best in our backyard to battle it out next month,” he said.

“This is a great opportunity for visitors to spend the weekend camping by the beautiful blue Lake Stockton, enjoying the events, and taking in all of the unspoilt natural surroundings that the region has to offer.

“It’s going to be a very, very big event. We’ve got people travelling from all over Australia and even one competitor from Italy.

Mr Murray said the event would provide a huge economic boost for the Collie community.
“There are many different benefits including the economic benefit that will come with about 1000 people turning up throughout the week and spending money in the town,” he said.

“It’s something that not only the government has been pushing but also the shire, working to make sure Collie is on the events calendar.

“It’s about jobs for the future, if we can be on the circuit for events, which will certainly create jobs in town.”

Quad Riders Western Australia president Michael Harcourt said it was a natural choice to bring the competition to Collie.

“It was an obvious choice for us,” he said.

“The facilities are absolutely brilliant. Everyone enjoys the track, it’s a really fast track to ride and it’s really good facilities.”

Mr Harcourt said anyone turning up for the event could expect a weekend full of ‘fast-paced action’.

“The ATVs these days are nothing like the farm quads you see out in the paddocks,” he said.

“It’s something that’s a little bit different for people watch, everyone’s seen motocross before, we do all the same jumps and turns but on 4 wheels and it’s really exciting to watch.”

Multiple time national champion Chris Bosnakis said he was hoping to see the community get behind the event.

“The more people that come out, the better, it’s going to be a great show,” he said.

The event will attract about 400-500 visitors to Collie, with 85 competitors, support staff, friends and family set to converge on the town for the weekend’s action — including 25 interstate competitors and their teams, one of these teams being 4TEEN Industries.

4TEEN Industries
All of the 4TEEN Industries riders will compete at the Australian ATV MX Nationals this weekend October 6^th and 7^th in Western Australia at the Collie Motorcycle Club, Stockton Park.

The Pro Class will see Luke Gaisford, Blake Croonen and Jakob Bosustow, Intermediates – Colin Balshaw, Luke Capogreco and Zac Croonen, while Mike Croonen will compete in the Vets, and David Norman will be on the Clubman grid. Brooke Hollins will compete in both the junior 250cc classes.

All of our team members have been racing this year and enjoying the WA MX Championships, along with weekends of social rides at some of the ride parks, farms and local ride areas.

Luke Gaisford stated he had really enjoyed this year’s social rides as it was a great way to get in training along with increasing the skill levels of the youngsters, while still getting fitter and having fun. The team love getting out for a ride on the weekend, and we all really appreciate everyone who allows us to ride at their properties and the clubs who welcome us at their tracks.

We all look forward to this weekend’s Nationals, and the camping out, and supporting one another on the track; we hope everyone from WA achieves their goals

See you in Collie everyone
Team 4TEEN Industries, Croonen Racing & Brooke Hollins Racing
Follow 4TEEN on facebook HERE

WA proudly welcomes ITALIAN Superstar, Andrea Cesari Junior to compete against Australia’s best!

On October 5th there will be a meet and greet at Collie Motorcycle Club between 5pm and 7pm

Come on down and meet Australia’s BEST in PERSON!
Posters! Signatures! Music! Fun Times!
To watch what all the ATV action is about click HERE
Australia’s BIGGEST ATV event details:October 5, 6 and 7, 2018
Event Page HERE
LIVE TIMING DETAILS HERE
2 Days of ATV Motocross action held at Collie Motorcycle Club, Western Australia.
https://goo.gl/maps/RjM2G9VYur12
Rider Registration & Supplementary Regulations:
https://goo.gl/fe36Qu
Spectators
$10 a Car
$20 Weekend Pass
Michael 0431 530 381
Lorene 0407 575 949

It has BEEN EXACTLY 50 Years since the last National Motocross Event at Collie Motorcycle Club! Don’t miss this GOLDEN Event!

Secure your DINNER TICKET! Ticket sales close 12pm Saturday 6 October!
Any queries, please email quadriderswa@gmail.com

Australian ATV MX Nationals
Australian Quad MX Championship Class
2018 #whoisnext
2017 Luke Gaisford
2016 Chris Bosnakis
2015 Chris Bosnakis
2014 Mitch VanVliet
2013 Chris Bosnakis
2012 Luke Gaisford
2011 Luke Gaisford
2010 Ryan Lancaster
2009 Chris Brenton
2008 Ryan Lancaster
2007 Anthony Yewers
2006 Chris Brenton
2005 Chris Brenton
2004 Waldo Hussie
2003 Tim Farr
2002 not run
2001 Howard Reed
For all other classes HERE

For Further information and to stay up to date with all your ATV news head to Motorcycling Australia’s website, Facebook or Instagram.

Editorial Supplied by: Linda Russel
Image Credit: Supplied

KTM AJMX resumes with Riders Edging Closer to 2018 Championships

October 5, 2018 Filed Under: Juniors, Motocross, News

Friday marked the penultimate day of the 2018 KTM Australian Junior Motocross Championship (AJMX) and the battles were heating up throughout the day. It’s all down to the wire tomorrow as 13 class titles will be decided during the final day of the championship.

65cc – 11-U12
Final 3:
It was a tight battle amongst the top three in the 65cc 11-U12 Years category, but it was Seth Burchell from New South Wales who topped the third moto. Tasmanian, Angus Pearce and Jake Cannon (QLD) passed the chequers just over a second apart, Jet Alsop (QLD) and Billy Pearsall (VIC) rounded out the top five.

Final 4:
Jet Alsop of Queensland reigned victorious in the fourth final, defeating Seth Burchell (NSW) by a slender 1.464 seconds. Angus Pearce (TAS) sat further 25 seconds back in third, as Tate Young (TAS) and Jake Cannon (QLD) concluded the best five.

Championship Points

Jet Aslop: 130
Angus Pearce 124
Seth Burchell 123

125c-15yo
Final 3:
Western Australia’s Regan Duffy charged through to another victory in the older age group 125cc division, putting on yet another commanding display, with a 27 second victory. South Australian, Kai Newbold took second class honors after a tough battle with the chasing pack. Noah Ferguson of Queensland secured third, as fourth and fifth was awarded to Hugh Roache (VIC) and George Knight (VIC).

Final 4:
It was a dramatic moto, as one of the title favorites, Regan Duffy (WA) crashed out. Duffy has been in sensational form for the KTM Team and this could throw the Championship wide open. Taking a comfortable victory was Tye Jones (QLD), with Corben Weinert (WA) in third. Kai Newbold (SA) and Riley Findlay (NSW) took fourth and fifth.

Championship Points

Noah Ferguson: 124
Tye Jones: 120
Seth Burchell: 108

Junior Lites – 13-U15
Final 3:
The third final of the younger group of Junior Lites riders was won by only a 2.687 second gap by Levi Rogers of Queensland after coming under significant pressure from Alex Larwood from South Australia. A further 24 seconds behind was Kipp Adams (VIC) in third. Blake Hollis (NSW) pushed his way into fourth ahead of Ricky Chalmers (NSW).

Final 4:
In moto four, Queenslander Levi Rogers came out on top 4.684 seconds ahead of Alex Larwood (SA), as Ricky Chalmers (NSW) settled into a comfortable third. Blake Hollis (NSW) charged through to fourth, while Kipp Adams (VIC) joined the top five.

Championship Points

Alex Larwood: 134
Ricky Chalmers: 118
Blake Hollis: 109

65cc 9-U11
Final 3:
The third final was all about the battle between the riders with the letter ‘K’ in their names. Ky Woods of New South Wales reigned victorious, defeating Western Australian favorite Kayden Minear by a slender three seconds. Kayd Kingsford (NSW) sat further 2.714 seconds back in third, as Koby Hants (NSW) and Seth Shackleton (WA) concluded the best five.

Final 4:
Kayden Minear topped fellow Western Australian, Seth Shackleton in moto four, beating his championship rival by only 2.239 seconds. The gap back to Ky Woods (NSW) in third was significant, as much as 24 seconds. Koby Hantis (NSW) and Jack Deveson (NSW) finished in fourth and fifth.

Championship Points

Kayden Minear: 137
Ky Woods: 129
Koby Hantis: 114

Mini Lites BW 12-U16 Girls
Final 3:
Taylah McCutcheon (QLD) lodged another hard-fought performance in the Female Mini Lites class, against her rival Charli Cannon from Queensland. The difference separating the two was only 0.612 of a second! Tanesha Harnett (NSW) jumped to third, beating Taylor Thompson (NSW) and Jessica Robertson (VIC).

Final 4:
Moto four was once again dominated by Taylah McCutcheon (QLD), this time storming to a 15 second victory over Charli Cannon (QLD). Completing third to fifth position was Taylor Thompson (NSW), Tanesha Harnett (NSW) and Jessica Robertson (VIC).
Championship Points

Taylah McCutcheon: 140
Charli Cannon: 128
Taylor Thompson: 116

Junior Lites 15yo
Final 3:
The pace was electric in the third final as Western Australian, Regan Duffy (WA) turned up the heat with the fastest lap of the 2018 AJMX so far, on route to victory. He managed to lap the track with a 1:49.795 which was over half a second faster than anyone else all week. His astounding pace awarded him a 17 second victory in front of Noah Ferguson (QLD) in second. Tye Jones (QLD) earned himself a top three finish, in front of Dante Hyam (NSW) and Ethan Ashmore (VIC).

Championship Points

Regan Duffy: 102
Noah Ferguson: 90
Dante Hyam: 84

125cc – 13-U15
Final 4:
The fourth final of the 125cc class of junior riders was won by Ricky Chalmers of New South Wales with a 6.612 second margin. Levi Rogers (QLD) maintained a consistent second for the length of the moto, followed by Alex Larwood (SA), who was further 28 seconds back. Dominic Walker (VIC) pushed his way into fourth ahead of Joe O’Donnell (NSW).

Championship Points

Alex Larwood: 130
Ricky Chalmers: 125
Levi Rogers: 124

Mini Lites SW 9-U12
Final 2:
In the second final of the small wheel Mini Lites class, Jet Alsop carried his imperious form throughout the moto, charging his way to a five-second victory. Fellow young gun, Kayden Minear slotted into second, as third through to fifth was completed by Seth Burchell, Kobe Drew and Byron Dennis.

Championship Points

Jet Alsop: 67
Kayden Minear: 67
Seth Burchell: 60

50cc Division 2 7-U9 Years
Final 4:
Cooper Downing (QLD) soared to victory in final four of the 50cc Division 2 class, navigating the track with ease to lodge a 6.893 second win. Ryder Creeke of NSW settled for the runner-up spot ahead of Aden Oakland (QLD) in third, while Peter Wolfe (QLD) and Phoenix Blanchette (NSW) completed the first five.

Championship Points

Aden Oakland: 123
Cooper Downing: 113
Brodie Court: 11

Mini Lites BW – 14-U16
Final 4:
In final four, Benny Novak (NSW) topped the race 2.356 seconds ahead of Reid Taylor (NSW), as Max Barrass (QLD) settled into a comfortable third. Bayley Clancy (NSW) charged through to fourth, while Joe O’Donnell (NSW) of was a new addition to the top five.

Championship Points

Joe O’Donnell: 102
Benny Novak: 100
Reid Taylor: 97

Mini Lites BW – 12-U14
Final 2:
Jackson Camilleri (QLD) proved his credentials in the Mini Lites BW 12-U14 Years division, taking a six second win over his competitors. New Zealand rider, Cobie Bourke positioned himself in second, while Rory Fairbrother (NSW) concluded the top three. Brock Sleader (QLD) and Hunter Collins (NSW) crossed the flag in positions four and five.

Championship Points

Hunter Collins: 35
Rory Fairbrother: 32
Ryder Kingsford: 30

65cc 7-U9
Final 4:
In the younger age group 65cc division, Ryder Creeke (NSW) kept Cooper Ford (TAS) at bay for the duration of the race, storming home to a six-second win. As Ford was credited second, it was Jobe Dunne (VIC) in third, followed by Cooper Downing (QLD) and Phoenix Blanchette (NSW) in fourth and fifth respectively.

Championship Points

Jobe Dunne: 87
Jack Burton: 82
Jai Hay: 82

Junior Lites – 13-U16 Girls
Final 4:
Moto four was once again dominated by Queensland’s Charli Cannon, this time storming to a 20-second victory over Taylah McCutcheon (QLD). Third through to fifth were Taylor Thompson (NSW), Tanesha Harnett (NSW), and Madi Healey (VIC).

Championship Points

Charli Cannon: 140
Taylah McCutcheon: 126
Taylor Thompson: 120

For a full list of results click here

To keep up to date with all the information during the event head to www.ma.org.au, like Motorcycling Australia on Facebook or follow @motorcyclingaustralia on Instagram.

Photos courtesy of Sharon Wellard Photography

Australian Junior Track Championships Tamworth – This Weekend – October 6 / 7

October 4, 2018 Filed Under: News, Track

The Tamworth Club’s Oakburn Park track is the venue for yet another title meeting which is sure to provide plenty of excitement across Saturday and Sunday.

Riders are travelling from Queensland, Victoria and South Australia as well as all over New South Wales to take part in the meeting.

But for those who were not successful in August, they will be hell-bent on revenge this weekend.

Riders in the 13 to 16 years age bracket invariably attract the most attention and this action looms as a battle between three states.

For more information and to stay up to date with everything Track, head to the Motorcycling Australia website, Facebook and Instagram.

Editorial Supplied by: Peter Baker
Image Credit: Sheree Griffin

Collie to play host to Australia’s best quad bike riders

October 4, 2018 Filed Under: ATV, News