British Minibike series declared a success
By G2F on 1st Jun 07
The first round of the British Minibike series finally got underway at the superb Tonymoto facility, despite the weather having made yet another attempt to disrupt proceedings, after the original date had to be postponed for the same reasons.
The light drizzle soon turned to heavy rain, and threatened to dampenthe action out on the new circuit that was soon declared the best inBritain'. Despite the heavy conditions the rhythm section was soonbeing cleared as the riders increased their pace out on the nowslippery surface.
The anticipation was immense as the brand new thirty-rider start gatedropped on the initial moto. Jason Breckon had the honor of winning thefirst ever-official national minibike race in the UK, a feat herepeated in the second moto to take the overall victory in the 50cc ProMini class that caters for the bikes with the smallest wheels andengines.
It was a similar story in the next category with Rhys Davies takingback to back wins thanks to his smooth riding style and immense jumpingtechnique. Paul Williams followed Davies home, as these two ridersfilled the top two spots in the highly competitive 88cc Superstockclass.
The 88cc Pro Mini category allows unlimited modifications, as long asthe engine does not exceed 88cc and a ten-inch rear wheel ismaintained. Nick Cole took a surprise overall win in this class thanksto a start to finish second moto victory over the more favored andexperienced Trevor Scott.
Stepping up, the next class allows engines up to 160 cc, again with arestricted ten-inch rear wheel. Here Jamie Rose was the King of theOpen category, with a dominant showing in his final race of the day.
With only limited modifications allowed the Superstock Midsize class isabout racing on a level playing field', where skill rules over sheerhorsepower and success can be achieved on a fixed and affordablebudget. Tommy Wright took first blood, in a category that is set tobring much new talent to the sport.
The day rounded out with the biggest and fastest bikes, which run 160ccmotors and twelve-inch rear wheels. Wright looked like he may claim hissecond class win before crashing and handing the win to Trevor Scott.Grant Dyer prevented a Scott whitewash as he hung on to claim the lastvictory of what was a highly successful first round for the new series.
Results
50cc Pro Mini
1st Jason Breckon
2nd Pete Crump
3rd Jonny Groves
88cc Superstock
1st Rhys Davis
2nd Paul Williams
3rd John Donadio
88cc Pro Mini
1st Nick Cole
2nd Trevor Scott
3rd Andrew Lawton
Open Minibike
1st Jamie Rose
2nd Daniel Butler
3rd Alan Doherty
Superstock Midsize
1st Tommy Wright
2nd Chris Parker
3rd Mike Danslow
Open Midsize
1st Trevor Scott
2nd James Breckon
3rd Luke Coker
Remaining rounds
Round 2 - June 17 - Mildenhall - Suffolk
Round 3 - July 22 - Doncaster Moto Park
Round 4 - Aug 12 - Mildenhall - Suffolk
Round 5 - Sept 2 - Tonymoto Winchester
For full information on the series, please e-mail ask@mini4gb.com or visit the official website www.mini4gb.com
Issued by: G2F Media Ltd