Moto Academy NZ 125GP Nationals

[steveyb]

Moto Academy NZ is in a position to offer a seat to a young rider who is keen to race in the 125GP class of NZSBK 2010.

One of the Moto Academy NZ riders from this year is in a position to race NZSBK, so we have a ride available.

The package includes (but is not exhaustively):
1 x 1998 Honda RS125 main bike. This is a fast bike with NZ optimal transmission, CKT serviced suspension, med/heavy front springs for NZ circuits, cast iron brake disc if rider wants it (not all riders like the feel), Marchesini wheels and possibly a quickshifter (in the process of organising one).
1 x 1995 Honda RS125 spare/rain bike. Also a really good bike, but more standard and "softer" for rain racing.
So no messing about, all we do is swap the transponders over and go.
Bikes are also fitted with thermostats, so no messing about warming engines up, they do it themselves.
Riding gear, assuming you fit size 50 or 52 leathers and 43 or 44 boots. If outside of these sizes we will need to negotiate a modified deal on gear as we have sponsors products we must use.
A new Shoei XR-1000 helmet to keep (replacements at your cost but we have a sponsorship arrangement).
Parts and service support to keep the bikes going.
Entry fees and garages for Friday through Sunday.
Transponder.
Transport of bike and rider to events.
Accommodation Thursday to Monday of each race weekend. As long as you can put up with Glens snoring!
Fuel.
Tyres and other consumables.

You pay an up front fee of $6495 + GST to us and then you need only pay for your food, accommodation and entertainment for the other days and travel to and from the towns of the races should you want to head home in between meetings (as I will probably do between Ruapuna and Invercargill).

Crash damage costs are extra but will be kept to a minimum when possible. Moral of the story, don't crash!!

I would point out at this time that Moto Academy NZ is a training and educational organisation. We are not a championship chasing race team. Our aim is to provide an environment in which a young rider can learn and establish themselves in roadracing. We do not provide a structure that is gear solely to winning championships. It would cost somewhat more than the price asked and more expertise than we have to offer that. Having said that, the two main bikes we have are proven to be fast and capable, so with the right riders on board who knows what might happen.

So don't hesitate to contact me and we can see where we go.
Don't wait around though, entries for the race meetings will be closing soon enough.

Cheers

Steve Bagshaw
Moto Academy NZ
021 924493
stevebagshaw@hotmail.co.uk

[quallman1234]

Gutted, it can't be me!

Best of luck to find a young suitable rider =).

[White trash]

I sincerely hope Moto Academy is running in about 12 years Steve. It's simply an awesome initiative and a credit to your dedication to the sport.

Pat on the back for you and the supporters.

[slowpoke]

I sincerely hope Moto Academy is running in about 12 years Steve. It's simply an awesome initiative and a credit to your dedication to the sport.

Pat on the back for you and the supporters.

What's this 12 years shit Jimmy? Sign ya self up bro!

[Str8 Jacket]

I sincerely hope Moto Academy is running in about 12 years Steve. It's simply an awesome initiative and a credit to your dedication to the sport.

Pat on the back for you and the supporters.

Imagine him and Deano's first racing together! That'd be awesome

Anyway, good luck Steve. I wish I was a few years younger!!

Out of interest, what's the youngest age limit eligible?

[steveyb]

Thanks for the ups youse fullas!

Youngest age I think would be 14 with MNZ dispensation.
A rider of that age would need to be able to demonstrate some years of MX and maybe MiniMoto and Bucket racing of some kind.
EDIT: 125GP or Streetstock also of course. Poor ommissions.

Jumping straight onto a 125GP bike is not so easy.

Cheers

Steve

[KS34]

Great work Steve, you are doing an awesome job, looks really attractive.. If you didnt know me I'm sure I could convince you I was 15

[steveyb]

What, I'm attractive?

Kenny, I didn't know you felt so strongly........

[oyster]

See rule 15-2-3. It's 13 years old
You have to apply to the board and it's not granted as of right!
"recommendation from a CURRENT top level rider who shall act as mentor until eligible for a senior licence."

Today I imagine the perfomance of a youngster in South Island Streetstock would be the measure of ability / maturity. The Sportfotoz Cup, the Nationals Support Series and, obviously, comparing to lap records.

Riders propsing to enter the Nationals need to be told they need to qualify, for obvious safety reasons. A 125GP rider who can only acheive Streetsock times would likely miss out, as a 125GP did at Ruapuna in the last championship.

[Shaun]

See rule 15-2-3. It's 13 years old
You have to apply to the board and it's not granted as of right!
"recommendation from a CURRENT top level rider who shall act as mentor until eligible for a senior licence."

Today I imagine the perfomance of a youngster in South Island Streetstock would be the measure of ability / maturity. The Sportfotoz Cup, the Nationals Support Series and, obviously, comparing to lap records.

Riders propsing to enter the Nationals need to be told they need to qualify, for obvious safety reasons. A 125GP rider who can only acheive Streetsock times would likely miss out, as a 125GP did at Ruapuna in the last championship.

Was Cameron Jones not the youngest rider to ever win a Race or championship through Steve Ward racing?

[k14]

Was Cameron Jones not the youngest rider to ever win a Race or championship through Steve Ward racing?

Youngest to win a championship, Nick Cain is youngest to win a race (I think!).

[Shaun]

Youngest to win a championship, Nick Cain is youngest to win a race (I think!).

I have heard that before, but NOT convinced, still, Brilliant work by both young men, and all involved behind them

[oyster]

Cam rode his first National Points meeting at age 13years and 12days old.
About 9 months later, after winning the Sportz Fotoz Cup and setting the Ruapuna lap record, he went to 125 GP. He was assessed and recommended
by Shaun, who was one of two nominated mentors. The other was Andy Evans(the current 125GP champ) At this time he had 37 road race log book entries so wasn't short on experience. He finished 9th as a 14 year old in his first year, then won the GP at 15 plus 2 weeks old, followed a month or so later with the title. Just after turning 16 he retired from 125GP after 3 full championships, and is now climbing the 600SP ladder.
Nick Cain was a stunner on the 125, he won 2 races and the round overall at Teretonga when only 14. He went on to the Red Bull trials in Italy, where he had very high commmendations for his effort

[steveyb]

No one interested?
Shame to leave two bikes at home.
Pass it on to anyone you think might be interested but does not subscribe here.
Cheers
Steve

[Dodgy]

Hey Steve, how about you take one and I take the other, and for old times sake, I will kick yr arse around the tracks!