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The official magazine of Auckland Motorcycle Club, Inc.
AUGUST 2018
In this issue:
• Daniel Mettam
• Mt Wellington To Close
• 2018 AGM & Prize-Giving (Part 1)
• Upcoming Events
• And More …..
1110 Great South Road, PO Box 22362, Otahuhu, Auckland
Ph: 276 0880
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2017 - 2018
Email Phone
PATRON Jim Campbell
PRESIDENT Paul Stewart president@amcc.org.nz 021 126 2905
VICE PRESIDENT Peter Nagle vicepresident@amcc.org.nz 027 497 0101
SECRETARY TBA secretary@amcc.org.nz TBA
TREASURER Nikki Nagle treasurer@amcc.org.nz 027 438 0777
MEMBERSHIP Mandy New & membership@amcc.org.nz 021 139 1262
Steve Collingwood 021 918 053
CLUB CAPTAIN Adam Mitchell clubcaptain@amcc.org.nz 021 128 4108
ROAD RACE Scott Buchanan roadrace@amcc.org.nz 027 242 7639
COMMITTEE Mark Wigley 027 250 3237
Neil Martin 021 823 588
Adam Mitchell 021 128 4108
Angela Vernon 027 684 0552
Jim Manoah
Fergus Main
ROAD RACE Colleen Thompson colleenryanthompson@gmail.com, 027 423 1433
SECRETARY roadrace@amcc.org.nz
GENERAL Greg Percival committee@amcc.org.nz 021 160 3960
COMMITTEE Glen Mettam 021 902 849
Connor Le Cheminant 021 186 2971
Philip Kavermann 021 264 8021
Trevor Heaphy 022 647 7899
MINIATURE ROAD David Diprose buckets@amcc.org.nz 021 275 0003
RACE
CHIEF FLAG Angela Vernon marshals@amcc.org.nz 027 684 0552
MARSHAL
NZIGP Rep Chris Costello cslcostello@gmail.com 027 437 1251
NEWSLETTER Philip Kavermann media@amcc.org.nz 021 264 8021
EDITOR
MNZ REP Chris Costello mnzdelegate@amcc.org.nz 027 437 1251
WEBSITE Johannes Rol website@amcc.org.nz 021 544 514
MEDIA Philip Kavermann media@amcc.org.nz 021 264 8021
PRESIDENT’S REPORT - AUGUST 2018
Hello fellow Club Members,
It was pleasing to see such a large attendance at the Club AGM and Prize giving, and I would like to
thank everyone who turned up to witness the riders be presented with the trophies and the
sponsors prizes, and to enjoy the Spit Roast dinner.
I would like to think that the strong attendance at the AGM would also reflect in the number of
people who can find the time to support their Club at administration level.
A big thank you to the people who were part of the team in 2017 who have moved on. Some are
even getting back to some racing after a stint at committee level.
Also thank you to the new members of the club that came on board as a committee member.
These are the people that do a fabulous job so that riders get to ride.
A Club is just that, a gathering of like‐minded people with an end result in mind; that being to go
motorcycle racing ‐ which includes being a committee member.
The Club is still looking for a secretary, and I am grateful to Trevor Heaphy who is holding the
stand‐in secretary position.
So if anyone has the Club at heart and can see them having some time spare, talk to us, and we will
see how we can fit you into the team. I am sure Club members would appreciate it ‐ and who knows,
you may enjoy it.
The club also needs MNZ officials. MNZ is holding a training day on the 4th of August at the Club
Rooms. Mark your calendar and register to attend, lunch is provided and the start is at 9.30am ‐ to
around 4.00pm.
Planning is well in place for the Club Series rounds and the 6‐Hr Motul race, so all the best with your
preparations for the coming season.
Cheers,
Paul Stewart | AMCC President
“Seventy-Five Years On Two Wheels”
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Daniel Mettam Next generation New Zealand roads talent Daniel Mettam has recently signed up to pilot Wilson Craig Racing’s proven Supersport and Superbike Honda machines, for the remainder of the 2018 Irish roads season. It’s fair to say since his exploits at the start of the season at Cookstown, where he secured Supersport B race honors plus a Super Twins rostrum finish, he marked himself out as unquestionably a racer with a huge potential on the Irish roads. Multiple times a podium finisher at his nation’s most famous roads event, the Cemetery Circuit Races, mid‐May saw Mettam venture into the international roads scene for the first time, at the Vauxhall International North West 200. Photo courtesy of Darren Gilpin As at Cookstown and Tandragee prior to an incident in qualifying, he showed a mature professional approach in adapting to the fabled Triangle course. Banking top 20 finishes within the Supersport races, Mettam who hails from Glen Eden, New Zealand, quietly went under the radar with his steady, solid, accomplished performances.
Impressing many astute roads aficionados this year, he’s also captured the attention of various team managers including new lead sponsor Wilson Craig. Following in the footsteps of the likes of Guy Martin, Keith Amor, Cameron Donald, William Dunlop, David Johnson, Jamie Hamilton and Derek McGee, he is the first racer from New Zealand to compete for Wilson Craig Racing. His first outing aboard the striking red, silver liveried Wilson Craig Honda’s takes place next weekend, at the popular Skerries meeting. Additional future events on the horizon with the WCR team include the MCE Insurance Ulster Grand Prix, plus the Armoy Road Races which celebrates this year ten years of hosting first class closed roads action. Speaking about linking up with multi international road race victors Wilson Craig Racing, an extremely happy Mettam stated: “After the north west 200 I wasn’t sure if I would race the rest of the season here, and things weren’t working out where I was. I nearly got back onto a plane to head back to New Zealand when I got in contact with Wilson Craig Racing. Soon after that we sorted a deal to see me through the rest of the Irish road racing season and the Ulster GP, riding a 600 and a 1000 superbike. I’m very happy to join such a good and well known team and I am looking forward to the racing, riding some top bikes.” Words by Stevie Rial
Mt Wellington To Close Big news from the AMCC Buckets is that Mt Wellington Kart Track is to close, from Sunday 7 October, 2018 onwards. This is a venue they have been using since the late 1980’s. Another sad day for motorsport in Auckland, following on from the Western Springs announcement. Round Three of the Buckets on September 22/23 will be the FINAL AMCC Buckets event at that venue, and the Buckets Committee is hard at work securing venues for the balance of their season. More news soon, so watch this space.
Can You Help ? I am after historic programmes / results / images / event reports ‐ for the AMCC Club Series, and/or the AMCC Buckets. To add into a Club Archive – and there will likely also be a Book sometime (as time allows). Contact Philip media@amcc.org.nz if you have something you care to share. Thanks …
Rider Wanted
Lance Goodger is looking for an up‐and‐coming competitor to ride his race bike – a 2016 Kawasaki
ZX6R 600 – this coming summer.
Preferably for the 3 AMCC Rounds in Oct‐Nov‐Dec 2018,
and also for the 600 SuperSport class for the 2019 NZSBK.
Current 600 SuperSport riders are welcome to apply.
Please email applications with your details to:‐
Lance Goodger ‐ l.goodger@xtra.co.nz
Lance is Auckland based – and Hampton Downs is his home track.
Nathanael Diprose on the Lance Goodger 600 Kawasaki, at the HD‐Motofest back in March
“10 Years Ago” …
MNZ OFFICIALS TRAINING
4 August, 2018
At the AMCC Clubrooms in Otahuhu
28 July, 2018
AMCC – Notice of Special General Meeting:
At the AMCC Club rooms on Wednesday the 22nd of August, at 7.00pm.
Financial AMCC Club members, your presence is required.
Agenda:
Mr Mike Spiller and the Miniature Road Race Committee, and MNZ rule 5.2.1
MNZ Rule 5.2.1 Reads:
Acceptance of the entry form is at the discretion of the Club or promoter, and may be
declined by the Club or promoter. The Club and /or promoter must ensure that the declining
is in good faith, and for valid reasons.
President | AMCCRACING CALENDAR / COMING EVENTS August 2018 19 HMCC Rd 2 Hampton Downs 22 Special General Meeting ‐ AMCC Clubrooms 25/26 Buckets Rd 2 Mt Wellington Kart Track September 2018 8/9 Motul 4‐By‐2 Manfeild 22/23 Buckets Rd 3 Mt Wellington Kart Track 23 HMCC RD 3 Taupo (Final) October 2018 21 AMCC Rd 1 Hampton Downs 27/28 Buckets Rd 4 Whangarei Kart Track ‐ TBC November 2018 11 AMCC Rd 2 Hampton Downs 17/18 Motul 6‐Hour Hampton Downs 24/25 Bucket 2 Hour Tokoroa Kart Track ‐ TBC December 2018 2 AMCC Rd 3 Hampton Downs (Final) 8/9 Suzuki Series Rd 1 Taupo 15/16 Suzuki Series Rd 2 Manfeild 26 Suzuki Series Rd 3 Wanganui (Final) January 2019 5/6 NZSBK Rd 1 Mike Pero Motorsport Park 12/13 NZSBK Rd 2 Levels
CRC SPEEDSHOW AMCC's Jaden Hassan ‐ the 2015 NZSBK Superbike Champion. And he still makes the occasional on‐track appearance as circumstances permit. Most recently winning the Supersport 600 class in the 2017‐18 AMCC Club Series.
NZSBK The NZSBK Championship is expanding to five rounds in 2019, with the addition of Manfeild to the second half of the calendar. 2019 NZSBK Championship Calendar: •ROUND 1: 5‐6 January, Mike Pero Motorsport Park, Ruapuna •ROUND 2: 12‐13 January, Levels International Raceway, Timaru •ROUND 3: 2‐3 March, Mike Pero Motofest, Hampton Downs Motorsport Park, North Waikato •ROUND 4: 30‐31 March, Circuit Chris Amon, Manfeild •ROUND 5: 6‐7 April, Bruce McLaren Motorsport Park, Taupo
Let Us Hear What YOU Have To Say:
The Rider’s Briefs is your magazine – and we’d like to hear from you.
Race Reports, Builds, Images, Stories, Reflections …
Tell us what you’re up to, and give your Sponsors a plug …
Email your submissions to – media@amcc.org.nzCarl Cox Motorsport
Hyosung & Ninja Cup
Dear Cup Fans,
It’s been eight years since the Hyosung Cup was just a twinkle in my eye. I took the concept to the
Road Race committee of the AMCC who embraced the idea, and so it began. Seven seasons later it is
still very strong, and sets a record for longevity of one‐make racing.
The Cup hasn't changed much over these years other than the introduction of the X4R singles, the
addition of special rounds at events like NZV8's, Historic GP, MotoFest and of course a couple of
endurance races. We have raced at 4 circuits, have had 4 Champions, and our first Ladies Champion
this year. Over 200 riders have had the Cup experience, and we have played some part in the careers
of National and European Champions.
To have had the support of significant backers of road racing, like WIL Sport for 5 years, and Carl Cox
Motorsport for the last 2, has added massively to the profile and credibility of the Hyosung Cup.
The quality of racing, our Le Mans start, and huge fields also make it a popular class for spectators.
With the continued support of you all as the Cup Competitors, Carl Cox Motorsport and the AMCC
season 8 is approaching fast ‐ and I think it is time we changed things up just a little.
And so I am very happy to announce a new class of machinery that is eligible for our Cup.
The new Kawasaki Ninja 400is our bike of choice. This new model replaces the very successful Ninja
300, and being more powerful and lighter than its predecessor, it is proving to be an awesome
choice for the World Super Sport 300 class.
The plan is to run the Ninja 400 as a separate class within our Cup. The Hyosung’s will still play a
starring role, but now we have an option for those of you who would like to step up to a faster bike,
but remain in our Cup family and enjoy all the things that make our Cup so much fun. There are a
few details to finalise but basically there will be a Cup for the Ninja 400's and a Cup for the
Hyosung’s. Both classes will be on the grid together, with the Ninja's starting first. We anticipate the
fast riders lapping HD in around 1.15's so significantly quicker than our 250 Hyosung’s. There will be
separate prize money and points also for each class.
Special Offer;
In alliance with Carl Cox Motorsport, Spectrum Motorcycles are offering the first 10 Hyosung racers
to apply a *$2,000 trade in for their Hyosung Cup bike on a brand new Ninja 400. The Ninja will also
come with a $500 in store voucher which you can spend on tyres or gear of your choice (excluding
the Cup rego fee). Items are totaled at RRP. The Cup Registration fee ($250) must be paid when thenew bike is picked up for this offer to be used. We also plan to supply race fairing packages, and of course race prep services. New stock of Ninja's arrives early August and we will need a deposit to secure you a bike as they sell very quickly. We can also offer MTF Finance (TAP) at the Barrys Point Road office. If you take up MTF Finance, our office will pay $100 towards your Cup registration fee. The supplementary regs which now include the Ninja 400 are available. For the 2019 NZSBK the Ninja 400 will not be eligible for Supersport 300, but regardless of that there will be the option to cross enter your Ninja with another class on the day (a Ninja 300 finished 2nd in Pro Twins at the Levels NZSBK). * Subject to inspection and bike must be in a "raceable", tidy condition. So I hope you are all excited about another season of awesome racing, and I will update with more news shortly. -- Kind regards, Ken Dobson Hyosung NZ 73 Barry's Point Road Takapuna Auckland, 0622, NZ Ph: 09 486 2873 ‐ Fax: 09 486 3872 www.spectrum‐motorcycles.co.nz KAWASAKI ‐ HYOSUNG ‐ GASGAS – TORROT
AMCC AGM & Prize‐Giving (Part 1) Thanks to all our Sponsors for their valuable support. Along with the AMCC trophies, Sponsor merchandise and vouchers were plentiful across all category podium finishers.
Vice‐President Pete, President Paul, and Stand‐In Secretary Trevor listen in, as David delivers the report for the Buckets. Clubman Junior Winner ‐ Amy Thurston (82)
Clubman Senior Winner ‐ Selby Inkster Pre 95 F2 Winner ‐ Graham Moorhead The Sidecars podium ‐ with the Lawrance Brothers (11) occupying the top step
Pre 95 F3 ‐ Ray Waring Pre 89 F3 Winner ‐ Steve Collingwood (414)
Pre 89 F2 ‐ Nick Brown Pre 89 F1 Winner ‐ Phil Duxbury Pre 82 Junior Winner – (25) Alistair Wilton (L), and Phil Oades (R)
Pre 89 F1 ‐ Mark Wigley Pre 82 Junior ‐ Graeme Ogle 125GP Winner ‐ Nicki Smith (66)
Moto GP Points after Round Nine: 1 Marc MARQUEZ Honda SPA 165 2 Valentino ROSSI Yamaha ITA 119 3 Maverick VIÑALES Yamaha SPA 109 4 Andrea DOVIZIOSO Ducati ITA 88 5 Johann ZARCO Yamaha FRA 88 6 Jorge LORENZO Ducati SPA 85 7 Danilo PETRUCCI Ducati ITA 84 8 Cal CRUTCHLOW Honda GBR 79 9 Andrea IANNONE Suzuki ITA 75 10 Jack MILLER Ducati AUS 57
World Superbikes Points after Round Nine: 1. JONATHAN REA 370 KAWASAKI 2. CHAZ DAVIES 278 DUCATI 3. MICHAEL VAN DER MARK 248 YAMAHA 4. TOM SYKES 218 KAWASAKI 5. MARCO MELANDRI 193 DUCATI 6. ALEX LOWES 193 YAMAHA 7. XAVI FORES 164 DUCATI 8. EUGENE LAVERTY 113 APRILIA 9. TOPRAK RAZGATLIOGLU 100 KAWASAKI 10. LORENZO SAVADORI 92 APRILIA
British Superbikes
Points After Brands Hatch:
1 Leon Haslam JG Speedfit Kawasaki 242
2 Jake Dixon RAF Regular and Reserves Kawasaki 162
3 Glenn Irwin Be Wiser Ducati 145
4 Josh Brookes McAMS Yamaha 130
5 Bradley Ray Buildbase Suzuki 115
6 Danny Buchan FS‐3 Kawasaki 111
7 Shane Byrne Be Wiser Ducati 98
8 Christian Iddon Tyco BMW 88
9 Michael Laverty Tyco BMW 78
10 Peter Hickman Smiths Racing BMW 68
Josh BrookesAustralian Superbikes Points After Round Four: SUPERBIKE: 1 Troy HERFOSS Honda 205.5 2 Wayne MAXWELL Yamaha 176 3 Troy BAYLISS Ducati 157 4 Daniel FALZON Yamaha 154 5 Josh WATERS Suzuki 148.5 6 Bryan STARING Kawasaki 142.5 7 Glenn ALLERTON BMW 124 8 Alex PHILLIS Suzuki 106 9 Matt WALTERS Kawasaki 83 10 Arthur SISSIS Suzuki 79.5 Also… 16 Mitch REES NZL Honda 51.5 25 Sloan FROST NZL Suzuki 16 SUPERSPORT 1 Cru HALLIDAY Yamaha 238 2 Tom TOPARIS Kawasaki 213 3 Damon REES NZL Honda 143 4 Max CROKER Suzuki 141 5 Zac JOHNSON Yamaha 137
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No classifieds this month …
2018 Goodwood Festival Of Speed:
Saw the public debut of the 2019 Triumph Moto 2 prototype – which was ridden by Carl Fogarty and
Gary Johnson.“Thank You”
To all our 2018‐2019 AMCC Club Series Sponsors
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