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ANOTHER BOOST FOR WOMEN’S MOTOCROSS IN NEW ZEALAND

CAPTION: Kiwi international Roma Edwards, formerly from Nelson, has perhaps provided some of the inspiration for the inaugural MXLadies Motocross Championships in two weeks’ time. Photo by Andy McGechan, BikesportNZ.com JULY 01, 2023: Women’s motocross racing in New...

FORMER NEW ZEALAND CHAMPION PASSES AWAY IN THE UK                                                                                                  

CAPTION: Whakatane’s Damon Rees, a shining light on the New Zealand road-racing scene and a rising star internationally. Photo by Andy McGechan, BikesportNZ.com JUNE 30, 2023: It was with incredible sadness that the New Zealand motorcycling community learned today of...

Damon [Damo] Rees 1995-2023

It is with great sadness that we [MNZ] acknowledge the sudden passing of Damon [Damo] Rees Damo passed away earlier today over in the UK with family at his side. Our heart-felt condolences go out to his family and partner at this time of hurt and reflection. We ask...
RIP Dennis Sampson.

RIP Dennis Sampson.

Passed away 31 Jan, 2023. Sincerest condolences to all Family and Friends of Dennis, and also the entire Marshalling community. From everyone at Auckland Motorcycle Club and the wider motorcycling community. Once funeral arrangements are notified – we will advise. In...

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RETURNING KIWI ICON IS DEFINITE MOTOFEST DRAW-CARD

RETURNING KIWI ICON IS DEFINITE MOTOFEST DRAW-CARD

CAPTION: Former Taihape man Simon Crafar (right), pictured here with Kiwi female racer Avalon Biddle the last time he was able to appear at MotoFest in 2019. Photo by Andy McGechan, BikesportNZ.com It's the homecoming of a Kiwi hero that is sure to excite the...

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BURT MUNRO CHALLENGE A MECCA FOR MOTORCYCLING

BURT MUNRO CHALLENGE A MECCA FOR MOTORCYCLING

CAPTION: An archive photo of Invercargill legend Burt Munro, in typical pose with his famous modified 1920 Indian Scout. Photo supplied The Burt Munro Challenge is an iconic must-see or must-do event, a week-long spectacle that transcends the various codes and...

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NEW OVERALL LEADER WITH JUST ONE ROUND LEFT TO RUN

NEW OVERALL LEADER WITH JUST ONE ROUND LEFT TO RUN

2023 New Zealand Enduro Championships  CAPTION: Wairoa’s Tommy Watts, the overall winner for the King’s Birthday Weekend event at Moonshine, round three of this season's New Zealand Enduro Championships series. Photo by Andy McGechan, BikesportNZ.com The 2023 New...

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NOW OR NEVER FOR NATIONAL ENDURO TITLE HOPEFULS

NOW OR NEVER FOR NATIONAL ENDURO TITLE HOPEFULS

2023 New Zealand Enduro Championships CAPTION: Bulls Run Road, near Judgeford, just north of Wellington, is the venue this weekend for round three of the 2023 New Zealand Enduro Championships series. Photo by Andy McGechan, BikesportNZ.com It’s now or never for New...

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WHEN WINNING NATIONAL TITLES IS A FAMILY AFFAIR

WHEN WINNING NATIONAL TITLES IS A FAMILY AFFAIR

2023 New Zealand Motocross TT Nationals CAPTION: Pukekawa’s Tyler Brown (MR Motorcycles Kawasaki KX250F), overall winner in two separate categories at the 2023 TT Nationals north of Hamilton at the weekend. Photo by Andy McGechan, BikesportNZ.com Like father, like son...

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