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Sam Sunderland wins Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge

2019 Cross-Country Rallies World Championship

Round One – Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge

Sam Sunderland secured his second Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge victory by implementing a perfect strategy over the course of the five-day event. Leading the overall standings by a narrow 18-seconds over the second-placed rider coming into today’s final stage, Sam knew he would have to push right from the start to guarantee a win.

Sam Sunderland – P1

“We knew coming into today’s final stage that we would have to stick to our planned strategy. The stage brought us closer to Abu Dhabi and as such, the tracks towards the end were a lot faster away from the dunes. I knew I would have to push really hard right from the start of the special. I arrived at the refuelling and the team let me know everything was good, so from there it was just a case of bringing it home safely to the finish. I’m really happy with the job done by the team all week and myself in the way I rode. It’s great to get my 2019 championship off to the perfect start with a win.”

Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge Sam Sunderland
Sam Sunderland

With both his speed and confidence improving, Luciano Benavides topped his already superb event performance with a runner-up finish on the final rally stage. Coming into day five with over four minutes to make up on the then second-placed rider, the 23-year-old Argentinian knew he would have to ride the perfect special to secure the overall second place behind his teammate. Feeling good on the bike and pushing hard right from the flag, Benavides not only made up the minutes required but claimed the overall runner-up position with an advantage of close to two minutes. The result marks Benavides’ maiden podium in an FIM Cross-Country Rallies event.

Luciano Benavides – P2

“It’s been an incredible day for me. I knew I had to push a lot to make up the difference to the guys in front, gain some minutes and take second place. I tried my best to go fast, but stay on the bike and not go too crazy. The bike was feeling super-good so I decided to attack and it worked out, I got second place and the team got the first two places. I am really happy and now it’s time to celebrate.”

Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge Luciano Benavides
Luciano Benavides

Jordi Villadoms (KTM Rally Team Manager)

“As a team we couldn’t have asked for anything more. To see our riders finish first and second at the first round of the Rallies World Championship is fantastic, and very well-deserved. We know well that Sam is very fast here in the dunes, and he certainly showed that the last few days. He really managed the race very well and finished with a good gap to the second-placed rider. Luciano also did a brilliant job here in Abu Dhabi. He showed already in Dakar that he is improving a lot and here our junior rider finished second overall. We are very happy for him. It’s been a great team effort here, with all of the staff giving 100% to support our riders, like they do every race. Now we have some months to be ready for the Silk Way Rally, which will be a new challenge for all of us and one we are looking forward to.”

Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge Sam Sunderland Luciano Benavides
Sam Sunderland and Luciano Benavides with the KTM Factory Rally Team

Chilean Monster Energy Honda Team rider José Ignacio Cornejo took his forst World Championship podium. Besides winning two stages of the rally, Cornejo also made it onto the podium in second place in the junior category.

José Ignacio Cornejo – P3

“Today was a difficult day, opening the track; I am happy. I opened the track from beginning to end although unfortunately they took back a lot of time from me and I ended up in third position in the general. I am equally happy to get my first podium in the world championship, to go home after having won two stages and having opened the track during two more stages. Certainly this experience will be positive for my future. We are on the right track. I’m happy with my riding, and I’m picking up more and more pace. I want to thank the Monster Energy Honda Team for all the hard work these days, as well as my coach and my family who are at home supporting me. Thank you very much to all.”

Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge José Ignacio Cornejo
José Ignacio Cornejo

Monster Energy Honda Team brother-in-arms, Argentine Kevin Benavides, finished behind Cornejo in fourth place. For the rider from Salta it was a triumph of sorts, to be able to finish the race in the top five, while burdened with a recent shoulder dislocation and a fractured rib.

Kevin Benavides – P4

“I’m happy to finish because the goal was to reach the end. It was a very hard week physically. It was not easy to ride with a dislocated shoulder and a broken rib. I was at 50%, but I gave 100% of that 50, and it’s very good to be able to finish with a fourth place. Every sacrifice has its reward and we must bear in mind that this championship is very long and we hope it will have a good ending.”

Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge Benavides
Kevin Benavides

Andrew Short overcame several challenges to secure a well-deserved top-five result. Unfortunately, Short lost some time to his rivals with a small technical issue on the final day, which he stopped and repaired, before completing the final stage in tenth to claim fifth overall.

Andrew Short – P5

“This last day has been good for me, I felt really good all day and had a good pace. Just near the end I had a small issue but I was able to quickly get going again and complete the stage. Overall, I have really enjoyed the race here in Abu Dhabi, it’s been a great experience and fun to be here with the crew. I feel my riding has improved here, each rally I do it feels like I move up another level and it’s very important to keep that momentum going. Real race experience is so valuable and it’s good to leave here healthy and even faster. Admittedly, it’s not quite the result I was hoping for but we had to play the cards we were dealt and I think we handled it perfectly. I’m now really looking forward to the next race.”

Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge Andrew Short
Andrew Short

Spaniard Joan Barreda, who two weeks prior to leaving for Abu Dhabi broke three ribs and dislocated the left clavicle. In addition, on the second day, his right leg was pierced by the motorcycle’s foot-rest. Despite the woes, Barreda decided to battle on in the race, and after placing second in two stages, finished in third spot on the final day. The rider from Castellón had been sanctioned with a heavy penalty after being unable to conclude the first stage with a mechanical issue.

Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge Joan Barreda
Joan Barreda

2019 Cross-Country Rallies World Championship

The next major rally event is the second round of the 2019 FIM Cross-Country Rallies World Championship, the Silk Way Rally starting in Russia on July 6.


2019 Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge

  1. SUNDERLAND Sam GBR Red Bull KTM Rally Factory Team 17:46’42
  2. BENAVIDES Luciano ARG KTM Factory Racing Team +8’20
  3. CORNEJO José Ignacio CHI Monster Energy Honda Team +9’59
  4. BENAVIDES Kevin ARG Monster Energy Honda Team +34’51
  5. SHORT Andrew USA Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing +1:01’40
  6. BLAIR Ryan GBR SRG Motorsports +1:36’51
  7. MESHARI JAFFAR Mohammed KWT Team Jaffar +1:37’06
  8. ACKERMAN Mark RSA SRG Motorsports +1:44’31
  9. AL BALOOSHI Mohammed UAE Balooshi Racing KTM UAE +1:45’54
  10. MARE Aaron RSA Vendetta Racing UAE +23:27’08

Source: MCNews.com.au

The 2019 Annual Flood Run is April 20

Wow, sounds like fun: 218 miles along the mighty Mississippi from Lake St. Croix, MN, to Wisconsin, and all over the place. All for a good cause, since 1965, and this year the Run is in support of Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare. If altruism isn’t enough, another group along for the ride, Operation: 23 to Zero, will be raffling off a 2019 Indian Scout donated by Indian Motorcycle. Tickets are $20. Operation 23 to Zero is a non-profit working to prevent veteran and military suicide, so you’re still doing the right thing. 


Indian Press Release:

Indian Motorcycle Sponsors Annual Flood Run Charity Ride

Proceeds from Full Day Motorcycle Ride Support Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare

Minneapolis (April 4, 2019) –  Indian Motorcycle, America’s first motorcycle company founded in 1901, today announced it will again serve as the title sponsor of the 2019 Flood Run® on Saturday, April 20, 2019. Thousands of motorcyclists will hit the road for a ride along the Mississippi River in support of Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare.

The Flood Run has been a biannual tradition which has supported great causes since 1965. The day’s events begin at 8:00 a.m. with breakfast and activities at Beach Bar and Grill in Lake St Croix Beach, Minnesota, including featured guest Cameron ‘Cam’, a dynamic patient of Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare. Cam’s artwork will be showcased on t-shirts available for purchase at the Beach Bar and other locations along the route.   

Riders depart at 10:30am. The entire route covers 218 miles along the Mississippi River in both Minnesota and Wisconsin. A ride within the Run, called the Gold Star Run, gives those riders who pay to complete the entire ride a special pin to recognize their accomplishment. Those not looking to complete the entire Run have the ability to cross the river at other locations to form a shorter loop.

Official Flood Run booths are located at the Beach Bar and Grill in Lake St Croix Beach, MN; the Nauti Hawg in Diamond Bluff, WI; Maiden Rock, WI; and Buck’s Bar and Grill in Minneiska, MN. Riders may pick up their wristbands or Flood Run collectables at any of these booths. Gold Star cards are sold at the Beach Bar.

Additionally, IARG, a motorcycle group for the Twin Cities area, will be hosting a raffle in conjunction with the Flood Run to benefit Operation: 23 to Zero, a non-profit which works to prevent veteran and military suicide. The prize is a 2019 Indian Scout donated by Indian Motorcycle. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at several locations along the Run with the drawings to be held at the evening celebration at the Beach Bar and Grill starting at 7:00 p.m.

Riders with a Flood Run wristband can receive discounts from sponsor locations throughout the Run. Wristbands can be purchased online or at official booths for $10 and are valid whether riding a motorcycle or driving a car.  Gold Star ride donations are $20. Full information is available at www.flood-run.com.

To learn more  about Indian Motorcycle visit IndianMotorcycle.com and follow along on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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ABOUT THE FLOOD RUN

The Flood Run tradename is owned by Polaris Foundation, the charitable arm of Polaris Industries, Inc.  Polaris Foundation donates thousands of dollars every year to non-profit organizations for the betterment of our communities.  

ABOUT GILLETTE CHILDREN’S SPECIALTY

Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare specializes in treating children who have complex conditions, rare disorders and traumatic injuries.  For more information, see their website at: https://www.gillettechildrens.org/

ABOUT OPERATION: 23 TO ZERO

Operation: 23 to Zero is an effort to curb the massive rates of veteran and military suicide through awareness and providing a network of fellow military members to connect with for help and support.  Find out more at: http://www.op23tozero.com/.

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2019 Vespa Elettrica Scooter First Ride Review

There was a time, not too long ago, when seemingly every review of an electric vehicle included a sidebar on the relevance of electric vehicles. This is no longer necessary. The concept is valid. In five years or so, electrics will be ubiquitous enough to be seen as just another part of the two-wheel landscape—some folks like inline-fours, others are fans of triples, and others like a torquey electric. But just because the concept is valid, that doesn’t mean every application makes sense. Step forward the new Vespa Elettrica.

Piaggio introduced the Elettrica at EICMA 2017, declaring in typically Italian hyperbole that it was not simply an electric scooter but “a contemporary work of art with a technological heart.” Powered by a 4.2-kWh battery, the little scooter claims a peak power output of 4 kilowatts (about 5.3 hp for those of you playing along in the old school), and a range of up to 100 kilometers (62 miles). As with all manufacturer figures, be they for electric or internal combustion machines, it’s probably best to take those numbers with a grain of salt.

Certainly the Elettrica’s most impressive number was hard to believe when being ridden in the streets of Milan recently. The scooter’s manufacturer claims a stunning 200 Nm of torque at the wheel, or 147.5 pound-feet. It does not feel like that. The Elettrica is downright kid-friendly in its power delivery and as such sparks questions about its ability to deliver on one of the key advantages of a scooter.

In most parts of the world, scooters are the ideal weapon for finding one’s way through snarled traffic. Nimble, light, and small enough to fit through the tiniest of gaps between vehicles, they’re generally pretty good at lurching ahead at stoplights. Sure, the smallest of scoots will start to run out of puff halfway across an intersection but at least you got that head start.

The Elettrica scores top marks in its ability to dance through traffic, and, although it’s heavier than an internal combustion equivalent, its heft is entirely manageable—especially thanks to the presence of a reverse gear. It does feel a little tiny to a rider who is 6-foot-1, but there can be no questioning that it’s a lot of fun to ride. However, crack the throttle to the stop on the Elettrica and the gradual journey to its top speed of 48 km/h (or 29.8 mph) is far too gentle. It will leave many commuters fearing the impatience of fellow road users.

Piaggio says it has built the Elettrica to serve as the equivalent of a 50cc scooter, pointing out that roughly half the scooters sold in the United States are of that capacity or less. In most US states, a 50cc machine officially classifies as a moped or “motorized bicycle” and licensing requirements are more relaxed. In the state of New Mexico, for example, a 13-year-old could throw a leg over the new Elettrica with no need for license, registration, insurance, or helmet.

One wonders, however, how many 13-year-olds there are in the Land of Enchantment who have $7,499 to meet the Elettrica’s asking price. Normally, one of the selling points of a 50cc scooter is that it’s cheap.

Perhaps paper routes pay really well these days. And certainly the Elettrica is designed to serve a more connected generation. Owners are encouraged to download an app that connects the scooter with a mobile phone. This means you get a wealth of information about the scooter—trip time, remaining battery range, statistics based on past journeys, and more. You can also get this information by clicking through the menu on the Elettrica’s easy-to-read TFT display. But connecting means you can control some of your phone’s features (such as selecting music) via handlebar switches. You’ll also get notifications of texts and incoming calls on the TFT display.

Charge time for the Elettrica is roughly four hours via a 220-volt plug of the sort used in washers and dryers in the United States. Considering the hyper-urban/short-distance purpose of this vehicle that’s perfectly acceptable; most users will be charging this thing overnight. Piaggio says the battery is good for 1,000 full charging cycles before it begins to suffer reduced capacity. The Italian manufacturer reckons that works out to about 10 years of use before capacity dips to 80 percent.

The Vespa Elettrica is good looking and enjoyable to ride, but when weighing its price and performance one can’t help but wonder who it’s for. Costing thousands of dollars more than a standard 50cc scooter, it fails to deliver obvious advantages beyond the ability to be smug about using electric. It’s a solid first effort, with Vespa having nailed the elements of handling and styling one expects of a scooter, but too-soft power delivery disappoints. History suggests it’s well within Piaggio’s capacity to deliver a more thrilling experience, however, so here’s hoping for an Elettrica 2.0.

Source: MotorCyclistOnline.com

Inside the Stalker X-Series XLR Lidar Gun

Stalker has been building speed-detection devices for 30 years, helping law enforcement bring the hammer down on those of us with a heavy right wrist with its long line of portable radar and lidar machines. This is its latest creation: the X-Series XLR Lidar.

“It’s the worst thing invented for the happy motorist, especially this new one,” says Wayne Dixon, a deputy with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department. “I’ve gotten this one out to 3,800 feet.”

At that distance, Stalker says the XLR is accurate to within 1 mph, and it can pick up a target in less than half a second.

“It’s traveling at the speed of light, 186,282 miles per second. By the time I pull this trigger, it’s already gone and come back.”


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That’s why lidar is so effective for officers, and so frustrating for riders with radar or lidar detectors. There’s no hoping that you have time to slow down when you see the squad car. If the cop can see you, he knows how fast you’re going.

And with machines like the XLR, lidar is more prevalent than ever. The gun weighs just 2.3 pounds with the battery in place, and unlike previous iterations that had to rely on a suitcase full of AA batteries or an obnoxious cigarette-lighter plug, the XLR uses lithium-ion cells that can power the gun for two full shifts and endure up to 500 charges before needing to be replaced. Oh, and it can track targets through obstructions such as leaves, bushes, or fences.

Source: MotorCyclistOnline.com

AORC Outright scoring preferred according to Milner

Image: Foremost Media.

Daniel Milner has expressed his preference on seeing official scoring of the Outright standings in the Yamaha bLU cRU Australian Off-Road Championship (AORC), which the series abandoned following the 2016 season.

Since returning to Australia from a stint in America’s GNCC, Milner has earned top Outright honours in his 2017 and 2018 campaigns – unofficially – which has ultimately denied him the chance of running the coveted number one plate.

The KTM Enduro Racing Team contender would be in favour of seeing the return of Outright scoring, explaining its still the key focus for majority of riders campaigning in the growing championship.

“I was that young guy who looked up to guys who ran the number one plate,” Milner told MotoOnline.com.au. “For me, it’s hard to put all the time and effort that we do into training to get that number one plate – it’s the glory for when you’re a young kid – to no be able run it when you’ve earned it – it’s a bummer.

“I think when I was coming up through the ranks, it was always to get into the top 10 – from there it was to get into the top five, and then it was all about the number one plate from there. I know everyone looks at the Outright – that’s definitely where they want to be checking out – no one really cares about the class.

“The class is good, but it’s definitely an Outright kind of sport, and it’s been like that for so long. For them to change it whenever they decided to change it, it’s pretty disappointing to see it happen. It would be awesome to see them bring the Outright back and get the glory of being the number one guy.”

Earning the E3 title in 2018, Milner transferred back to E2 this season, taking out a stunning double-victory at Toowoomaba’s opening round, where he also topped the unofficial Outright times on both days. The AORC returns to action this weekend at Dungog in New South Wales.


Source: MotoOnline.com.au

Establishing Aragon set-up early key for champion Rea

Kawasaki pilot targeting season-first victory in Spain.

Image: Supplied.

Defending four-time champion Jonathan Rea believes establishing an early set-up at Aragon this weekend for round three of the 2019 Motul FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) will promote the best chance of a strong performance over the three-race format.

Rea is yet to score a race victory this year, and for the most part, has been unable to challenge WorldSBK rookie Alvaro Bautista (Aruba.it Racing Ducati), who’s gone undefeated in the first six outings this season.

“It’s been a nice break since Buriram and Motorland is a good place to get back to business,” said Rea. “I enjoy the track layout and we made some good progress last year during winter testing. We will continue to work on making more progress during Friday’s practice sessions.

“The layout is nice and flowing with lots of challenges during the lap, so finding a good set up for the race is crucial. It’s an important race for my team too, as their headquarters are just a few hours away in Granollers, near Barcelona. I expect lots of support and I’m excited to give it my all.”

The Kawasaki Racing Team rider is ranked second in the championship standings, 26 points adrift of Spaniard Bautista.

Source: CycleOnline.com.au

Marvel Stadium AUS-X Open the ‘real deal’ declares Dack

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Fresh off the announcement that the prestigious Monster Energy AUS-X Open will transfer from Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena to Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium this year, CDR Yamaha Monster Energy team owner Craig Dack has declared the venue as the ‘real deal’ for supercross racing.

The 53,000 capacity stadium will play host to the world’s best supercross riders alongside the nations greatest talents, with he Australian Supercross Championship finale to set go down on 30 November event.

Dack, an Australian motocross and supercross legend, believes the large venue will serve up a night of racing and entertainment that Australian fans are yet to experience, with a full-size, American-specification circuit set to allow the international and local contenders a chance to showcase the sport in its greatest form.

“It’s fantastic to see supercross back in Melbourne,” Dack stated. “Back in my racing days in the ’80s, we used to race at Rod Laver Arena, and the Melbourne people – the Victorians – really used to get into their supercross here where it ran for a period of 10 years. To see the sport come back to Melbourne in a such a big stadium – a full-size stadium, a proper racing, proper supercross [venue] is the real deal.

“Not only now do we have the best supercross riders in the world coming here, and our national riders are not slow – they’re quite competitive in supercross – so to not only to have all those talented riders here, but to have them in a full-size stadium and full-blown supercross track – the indoors in Sydney and Melbourne have been good over the years – but this is the real deal.

“The Australian competition against those top-class Americans including Chad Reed, the fans will see something they’ve never seen before, particularly in Melbourne on that night because of the track being the real deal.”

The highly-regarded AUS-X Open is the first confirmed venue and date of the 2019 Australian Supercross Championship, with confirmation of the full five-round schedule anticipated to be announced in the coming weeks. Fans can stay alerted of AUS-X Open pre-sale tickets via www.ausxopen.com.


Source: MotoOnline.com.au

1974 Norton 750 Space Frame | John Player Special

1974 John Player special Norton 750 Space Frame

With Phil Aynsley


A few columns ago I featured the Norton 750 Monocoque (link). The bike that replaced it was the last of the John Player Specials from Norton – the 1974 750 Space Frame.

1974 Norton 750 Space Frame 'John Player Special'
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’

The multi-tube trellis frame still surrounded the motor but was a lighter, more mechanic-friendly design. The engine used was the short-stroke Commando unit fitted with a dry clutch and modified primary drive that featured an extra outrigger bearing.

PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’

Four race bikes were constructed (also a prototype that had a differently designed frame). This bike was raced by both Peter Williams and Dave Croxford. Williams used it to win his last race, at Spa, before it was passed on to the Benelux Norton agent, Podevyn, to compete in local F750 events.

PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’

It has since been restored by P & M Motorcycles in Middlesex.

PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’

Power was 78hp at 7800rpm, with a wet weight of 150kg. Top speed was 265km/h.

PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’
PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’
PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’
PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’
PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’
PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’
PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’
PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’
PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’
PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’
PA NortonSF
1974 Norton 750 Space Frame ‘John Player Special’

Source: MCNews.com.au

AUS-X Open moves to Melbourne! | Aussie SX finale to hit Docklands

AUS-X Open organisers have announced a move from Sydney to Marvel Stadium at Melbourne’s Docklands for their signature supercross event.

AUS-X Open Chairman – Tony Cochrane (Founder of V8 Supercars), states a move to Melbourne will open up a world of opportunity as this exciting event looks to expand and build on its already popular foundations.

“Since its inception, the AUS-X Open has grown from strength-to-strength to a point where we’ve found ourselves in the fortunate situation of needing to expand to cater for the growing appetite of Supercross racing and more broader sports fans across the country,” Cochrane said. Melbourne is renowned for hosting some of the world’s greatest sporting events and what better place than Marvel Stadium to deliver a world-class event to a world-class audience.” “The AUS-X Open Melbourne will be bigger, faster, louder, featuring more entertainment and greater accessibility to these international megastars than ever before, and I can’t wait for November 30 to showcase this amazing spectacle to the people of Melbourne. It really has to be seen to be believed.”

Aus-X Open
Aus-X Open

November 30 will see Australia and New Zealand’s best riders go head-to-head against the world’s best at Marvel Stadium with a junior class also on show, with competitors as young as six set to compete in front of the huge Melbourne crowd.

Organisers promise that fans will be blown away by the full-sized World Championship style track, that will test man and machine like never before.

The AUS-X Open will move to Melbourne from Sydney as part of a partnership with the Victorian Government via its tourism and major events agency, Visit Victoria. It has the full support of the Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events, The Hon. Martin Pakula.

“Victoria is unmatched as the sporting and event capital of Australia and we’re so excited to bring the AUS-X Open to a world-class venue like Marvel Stadium,” said Mr Pakula. Melbourne’s sporting calendar continues to be the envy of cities across Australia and around the world. We’re thrilled to add AUS-X Open to the list, this November. Major events, such as the AUS-X Open, are hugely important to our visitor economy, helping to drive Melbourne’s international positioning and profile, tourism, branding and business links.”

AUS X Open International Supercross FIM Oceania Championship SX Chad Reed
Chad Reed won the AUS-X Open in NZ last year

The Monster Energy AUS-X Open Melbourne will double as the Grand Final round to the 2019 Australian Supercross Championship.

International Freestyle Motocross athletes will once again push the realms of possibility, attempting the biggest and best stunts ever seen on two wheels, in the FMX Best Trick competition.

Featuring live music and entertainment, giveaways, stunning pyrotechnics and more; the AUS-X Open Melbourne is an incredible entertainment spectacle for all ages.

Pre-Sale tickets will be available from May 15 via Ticketmaster.com.au and start from $39.99.

Source: MCNews.com.au