John Reynolds
Haslam & Guintoli on show at Brands BSB
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash » BSB - Sunday, 25th July 2010, 1:40 GMTAlstare Suzuki World Superbike riders, Leon Haslam and Sylvain Guintoli, are the latest star attendees confirmed to join the special Brands Hatch British Superbike Festival weekend on the 7th and 8th August, as they and thousands of Suzuki GSX-R fans celebrate 25 years of the iconic sports bike range. With demonstration laps already confirmed from Alvaro Bautista on the Rizla Suzuki GSV-R MotoGP machine, the Alstare Suzuki racers will complete the star-studded demonstration line-up, with track appearances on their 2010 GSX-R1000 World Superbikes. “This really is the final piece in the jigsaw for the Brands Hatch festival weekend,” claimed Suzuki GB marketing manager, George Cheeseman. “With the earlier confirmation of the MotoGP parade lap, we’re now delighted to complete the line-up with Sylvain on Saturday and Leon on Sunday, adding to what’s set to be a fantastic BSB round. As well as our MotoGP and World SBK riders, fans will get the chance to win a goody bag every fifteen minutes*, meet the riders and even be in with a chance of winning a pillion ride with three times BSB champion, John Reynolds.” On Saturday only, all Suzuki owners, be it a motorcycle, car or ATV, are invited to the Suzuki GB hospitality unit between 2PM and 5PM for a complimentary drink**, where a selection of racers will be on-hand to chat and sign autographs. Additionally, Suzuki owners will also get an exclusive offer, with a 15% discount on entry tickets available, by visiting www.imgsx-r.com - courtesy of Motorsport Vision. With the Brands Hatch Festival weekend now a firm favourite for any BSB enthusiast, and with three races taking place, fans get added opportunity to see the Relentless Suzuki by TAS and Worx Suzuki teams in action. * To enter to win the goody bag, customers must visit the Suzuki GB hospitality unit. ** A Suzuki ignition key must be shown to prove ownership. Read article
Barry Sheene Memorial Dinner at Brands Hatch
Source: British Superbike News - Tuesday, 8th June 2010, 12:57 GMTBarry Sheene The rescheduled date for the Barry Sheene Memorial Dinner has been officially announced as Saturday August 7th during the British Superbike weekend at the Kent race track, Brands Hatch. Guests will include Steve Parrish who will give an insight in to what it was like being Barry’s team mate and best friend. Margaret Smart and Paul Smart, Barry’s Sister and Brother in Law along with their son and current racer, Scott will be along also. It is also hoped that James Whitham will be along to interview some of the BSB riders. On show will be two of Barry’s ex GP bikes; the XR14 Suzuki 500 and the OW53 Yamaha 500. Also making an appearance will be the exciting new Icon Sheene Bike, being built in memory of Barry Sheene. There will be a fork buffet and the cost of the night will be a mere £25 a head. During the night there will be a raffle and an auction of items that money can’t buy which include: A framed career history and photo presentation personally signed by Barry Sheene. A framed Fiat Yamaha team shirt presented by the team and personally signed by Valentino Rossi. A pillion ride with John Reynolds on the Worx Suzuki GSXR at the final round of BSB at Oulton Park. A set of Chris Vermeulan’s Suzuki leathers from 2009 signed and presented by Chris. A BBC Jacket signed by the presenters of MotoGP and riders from MotoGP. There will also be a raffle taking place with the chance to win a replica Barry Sheene crash helmet plus many other prizes. All proceeds raised go to the children’s cancer charity – CLIC Sargent. The Barry Sheene Memorial Night will be held at the Thistle Hotel, Brands Hatch. Dress Code: Black “T” Shirt (Barry never did like ties) Date/Time: 7th August 2010 dinner 7:30 pm for 8pm For more information visit www.barrysheenechallenge.co.uk Read article
Suzuki announce all-star track days
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash - Saturday, 6th February 2010, 5:27 GMTSuzuki is continuing their 25 anniversary celebration of the GSX-R by offering customers the chance to take part in one of three all-star track days. A host of racing stars are scheduled to attend, including Worx Suzuki riders Tommy Hill and Yukio Kagayama, across the three events which take place directly after the British Superbikes events at Brands Hatch Indy (April 7), Snetterton (July 13) and Cadwell Park (September 1). The exclusive days will be open to any Suzuki owner past or present, via a pre-registration process to be announced on www.imgsx-r.com shortly. “At Suzuki, we believe it’s the people that make things historic, so involving our customers, staff and friends in these special events seemed the perfect way to start our 25th anniversary celebrations for the GSX-R,” said Suzuki GB marketing manager, George Cheeseman. “With each event following a British Superbike round, we are pleased to confirm the participation of selected racers, including 2010 Worx Suzuki BSB riders Yukio Kagayama and Tommy Hill, the Relentless Suzuki by TAS pairing of Michael Laverty and Alastair Seeley with other special appearances to be confirmed.” The events will offer participants the chance to ride some of the UK’s best race circuits with the stars, while gaining valuable riding tips from the current BSB racers and three-times BSB Champ John Reynolds, as well as the added opportunity try out a new GSX-R too*. Cost for the Brands Hatch event will be £125 and is open to all Suzuki owners past and present. More details are available from Focused Events - Tel: 08450 25 GSXR (4797) and quote “GSXR”. Keep an eye on www.imgsx-r.com for further news of these events and for terms and conditions on racer attendance. Read article
Are all bike racers midgets?
Source: MCN Sport - Wednesday, 23rd July 2008, 15:30 GMTI keep hearing on MotoGP commentary about how Dani Pedrosa has an advantage because he's so small and light. Well, unless James Cracknell's a giant, then most of the riders associated with BSB are midgets, especially John Reynolds, but you... Read article
Reynolds: Some track day guys are on it!
Source: Crash.Net BRITISH SUPERBIKES Newsfeed - Monday, 2nd July 2007, 20:00 GMTFormer triple BSB champion John Reynolds has a big target on his back when he takes part in track days alongside members of the public - but 'absolutely loves it' and is even impressed by some of the riders. Read article
