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Suzuki Live set for Cadwell Park

Suzuki is set to welcome owners and enthusiasts to Cadwell Park on Friday 10 June for Suzuki Live, where the Japanese firm will celebrate both new and old models alike.

The day will bring together track sessions for bikes of all ages, test rides, special guests, classic bike displays, and a special parade lap for five of Barry Sheene’s iconic race bikes, recently restored by Suzuki’s Vintage Parts Programme.

Among others, celebrity special guests will include three-time British Superbike champion John Reynolds and World Superbike and EWC champion and MotoGP test rider-extraordinaire Sylvain Guintoli, and Danny Webb, who will be out on the RG500 he campaigned at the Classic TT for Team Classic Suzuki.

Key models from Suzuki’s on-road product range – including the new GSX-S1000GT sports tourer, GSX-S1000 naked, and third generation Hayabusa – will be available to test ride on the day on the stunning roads surrounding Cadwell Park. Those wishing to take a test ride must present a valid licence and produce a DVLA check code or National Insurance number.

A classic bike display will comprise a 1985 GSX-R750F, the TL1000s built brand new by the Vintage Parts Programme in 2014, a 1991 GSX-R1100L, and the Team Classic Suzuki Katana endurance racer.

Split into three groups, there are 111 track day spaces available on the day, costing £135 per person. However, access is free to those wishing to watch the action and the parades, or take a test ride.

Suzuki GB head of motorcycle marketing, Ian Bland, said, “It’s going to be a great celebration of Suzukis of all ages and at a circuit that is a firm favourite with many riders. Suzuki track days have been a regular feature of our events calendars in the past, however, for obvious reasons, they’ve been more difficult over the last couple of years. But this is shaping up to be a great event, with some great bikes and special guests too. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone and enjoying the action.”

Riders will be split into three groups on the day, based on their level of experience and the bike they are riding: Classic Novice for those new to track days or riding older classic machines, Classic Intermediate for those more familiar with track days or riding a classic model, and Open Advanced for the experienced riders on the latest Suzuki machinery.

To register for Suzuki Live click here or visit bike.msvtrackdays.com.

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Back to track…motorbike track day bookings surge post-lockdown

Bookings for motorbike track days are up by 49% in June compared to 12 months ago, as lockdown restrictions are slowly eased, reports TrackDays.co.uk, a leading track day provider.

The surge back to the track also shows no sign of slowing down in July, with many motorbike track day events already fully booked.

Dan Jones, operations manager at TrackDays.co.uk, said: “Each event can take between 90 and 120 bikes and we’ve got almost 40 events in July alone, so you can see just how busy it is.

“The huge surge in bookings shows how keen our customers are to get back on the track following months of lockdown.

“I’ve no doubt that the summer months overall will be very busy as riders look to make up for the lost track time and get some much-needed practice, so my advice is to book early to secure a space.”

Circuits available for motorbike track days with TrackDays.co.uk include Oulton Park, Mallory Park, Snetterton, Brands Hatch, Cadwell Park and Lydden Hill, to name but a few.

Dan added: “With the possibility that road traffic levels could surpass that of pre-lockdown, then a motorbike track day at a race circuit provides a good way to escape the stresses caused by the increasing traffic congestion.

“Longer term, we also expect motorbike track days to continue to rise significantly in popularity, as recent research shows an increase in people looking to buy motorbikes to avoid using public transport.

“These new owners will soon discover that a track day is one of the best ways to see what their machine is capable of.”

For more information about TrackDays.co.uk, or to book at motorbike track day in the UK or in Europe, visit www.trackdays.co.uk

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R&G Set For Summer Bash as Annual Track Day Returns to Cadwell

R&G, the world leader in damage protection products for motorcycles, is returning to Cadwell Park this August for its fourth annual track day; held in association with No Limits. Taking place on August 19th, the day after the Bennetts British Superbike Championship races, the R&G day will see a number of BSB teams and riders staying over alongside the California Superbike School and Track Bike Hire.
Following three sold-out events, R&G is excited to announce the date for the 2019 edition of its annual track day. Running on Monday 19th August at Cadwell Park, the day after the Bennetts British Superbike stars battle it out on the same circuit, the event will be run in conjunction with No Limits and will once again offer customers far more than a standard track day.
Alongside a 105db static noise limit, British Superbike squads Team WD40, Santander Salt TAG Racing & Oxford Racing Ducati will be remaining at the circuit with an open pit garage; allowing track day attendees to get up close to the Superbike machines and chat to the teams. Current series leader Tommy Bridewell, alongside Claudio Corti and Eemeli Lahti, will also be taking to the track with each rider giving a unique BSB Experience to one lucky rider; including a pre-ride chat, on-track session and then debrief!
Track Bike Hire will have their fleet of Yamaha YZF-R6s ready for visitors to try for a session whilst California Superbike School will be bringing along their popular lean machine for attendees to try. R&G will also be giving every rider a free R&G 20th anniversary t-shirt as well as running a number of prize giveaways on the day – including the chance to win a place at the California Superbike School.
There are just 120 places available on a first-come-first-served basis and they cost just £115. To find out more and book your place, visit; www.nolimitstrackdays.com.
R&G UK Sales Manager Alan Garrett commented “We’re really excited to be back with our fourth R&G track day. We had a fantastic event at Cadwell Park last year, so we’re ready to make the 2019 event even bigger and better, with BSB teams in attendance and a host of still-to-be-announced extras that are sure make this the best track day of the year!”
For more information on the full range of R&G products and dealer opportunities, please contact Alan Garrett, UK Sales Manager on 01420 89007 or alan.garrett@rg-racing.com or your R&G Sales Agent.