2009 Honda International Motocross NZ Grand Prix

Blake and Luke preparing bikes for big race.

Blake raced on Saturday 24 January. The track was technical and very challenging for the mini's. We had approximately 20 kids in the 65cc class. We had some great weather while we were over there so the track was dry and dusty.

There was a practice round then it was best of 4 races. Blake was up against some fantastic little riders and they all pushed each other to do their best.

At the end of the day his placing was 5th. We were very happy with the result. The commentator was quite taken with Blake being from Australia and he was watched closely and his sponsors mentioned many times during the course of the day over the loud speaker.

Background:-



Born in Maroubra, NSW, in 2000 and family relocated to Northern NSW in July 2007 to expand Blake’s riding experience and for a lifestyle change.



After being invited to watch his second cousin, Luke Burkhart (Suzuki Team New Zealand ), to ride in 2003 in a Super Motocross challenge, Blake has wanted to ride ever since, he was 3 years old.



We were able to hold off until his 6th birthday. His first bike was a Suzuki JR50, it lasted him about 4 months. Not only did he want to jump bigger jumps than it could handle but he was growing up so quickly his knees where nearly dragging in the dirt.

He competed in his first event in May 2006 and received his first trophy.

His next bike was a KTM Pro Senior – his pride and joy!





Event History:-

• 2007 3rd Penrith Regional Minikhana Championship
• 2008 2nd Division 2, 50cc – Gold Coast Junior Motocross Club
  4th 65cc 7-9 years – Gold Coast Junior Motocross Club, after starting mid year.
  8th Division 2, 50cc – South East Queensland Junior Championship
  

What is in store for 2009:-

Blake has now traded in his 50cc for a new KTM 65cc and KTM85cc, which he can ride when he turns 9. He will travel to New Zealand in January to compete in the 2009 International Motocross NZ Grand Prix and two Stadium Cross Events in Toowoomba and Carrara in QLD.

There will also be some other events in NZ which Dan and Blake will travel over for. Watch for the updates.

Goals and Ambitions:-

Blake would like to be a Supercross champion and ride for a team and travel the world riding cool tracks – after he’s finished school.

Sponsors:-

Dan's Combo Diggers (mum and dad)

Big Boss Graphics - supplies bike number stickers http://www.bigbossgraphics.com/

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