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“ Suzuki also provide us with a pace car to use on the purpose-built race circuits and around the Whanganui street circuit too and , such is their generosity , this is available for us to use all year round too as we vigorously promote the series .” Keeping alive the long-standing tradition of the Suzuki International Series in the past , there is keen interest being shown by visiting international star riders . Willacy was not at liberty to divulge names of such individuals yet , with small details still to be ironed out , but “ there are several world champions and Isle of Man winners lining up to get on board ” with the Suzuki International Series this year . Motorcycle road-racing in New Zealand is always edge-of-the-seat excitement and , for the 2024 season , it will again be a massive adrenaline rush for all concerned , racers and spectators alike . Willacy said the calibre of riders expected from overseas , while impressive , won ’ t discourage or intimidate the local riders in the slightest because “ Kiwis really can fly ... and they ’ ve proven on many occasions they are the equal of any of the top international stars ”.
Suzuki New Zealand ’ s Simon Meade confirmed that support for the series was a high priority . “ The inclusive nature of the international series class rules allow club riders to compete alongside seasoned campaigners and these events are a launching pad for many of our upand-coming competitors . “ We are happy to provide a platform for motorcycle racing of the highest order . “ The various bike classes that are offered by this series cater for all motorcycle owners out there and we know this leads to the high participation numbers that we see in the Suzuki International Series each year . That ’ s what we ’ re all about , offering something for everyone .” It is also interesting to note that it is sponsorship from Suzuki New Zealand that also allows a Kiwi audience to enjoy watching MotoGP racing live and on-demand this season on TV Three Now .
2024 DATES SUZUKI INTERNATIONAL SERIES Round 1 , Taupo , Dec 7-8 Round 2 , Manfeild , Feilding , Dec 14-15 Round 3 , Whanganui Cemetery Circuit , Dec 26
DYMAG AND ROLAND SANDS DEVELOP STATE-OF-THE-ART SECTOR RACE WHEELS
Globally renowned lightweight wheel manufacturer Dymag has joined forces with Roland Sands Design to unveil all-new trailblazing Sector Race Wheels . Designed to elevate both track and road performance , the new wheels mark a new chapter in motorcycle engineering for both brands . With a meticulous blend of Dymag ’ s industry-leading wheel development processes and technologies , including advanced CAD systems , and Roland Sands ’ design prowess , the Sector Race Wheels promise to redefine the high-performance riding experience . The all-new Sector Race Wheels will make an international debut on Peter Hickman ’ s PHR BMW S1000RR at the Northwest 200 .
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