Husky Supermoto - Full Four head for Lydd

Pic: Carly Rathmell
By Carly Rathmell
April 10 2004

Christian Iddon will be hoping to regain his British Summer Supermoto title this weekend, as he heads for the opening round of the Summer Series at Lydd Race Circuit, Kent.

Sideways Promotions will again be hoping to run another successful championship, and Iddon will be up against some tough characters in a battle to regain his number one plate. Christian, who wrapped up the winter championship a couple of weeks ago, is feeling confident and in good form as the new series approaches.

Commenting, Christian said “I had a good winter series and won the title. I’m looking forward to defending my summer title. It won’t be easy, I know that, as there are some very good riders out there. I have a good set-up behind me, and looking forward to getting back out there. The bike is great and is running really well, and I’m feeling confident and happy.”

Warren Steele will, unfortunately, not be competing in the first few rounds, as he has to undergo another operation in an attempt to repair his badly broken leg. Steele made a brave decision to compete in some of the winter series races, but a huge crash at Pembrey aggravated his leg and snapped two of the screws.

Speaking to a disheartened Warren, he said “It’s been a real blow has my injury. I was hoping I’d be fit for the start of the summer, but this has really put a spanner in the works. The crash I had in France did a lot of damage - more than I originally thought. I’ve got a good surgeon so I’m confident he will have me back on my feet as soon as possible.”

There is a new member to the team who will replace Warren whilst he is sitting it out. Husky Sport are happy to have signed and be helping Irish star David McKee. Thanks to the support from Sammy McMinn of Ulster Aerials and John Gill of Gill Contracts for their assistance in putting this deal together. He will be competing in all the 650 and Open Class races in the British Championship, and as one of Ireland’s fastest Supermoto riders he will be a man to watch out for as he will be challenging hard to ensure he gains the top spot.

Jay Smith will also be flying the Husky Sport flag for the summer championship, and he’s more than capable of challenging the front runners and posing a serious threat to his fellow rivals. Mike Wright is continuing to develop the nifty 450 Husqvarna and will be competing in the fierce class throughout the season.

Supermoto is still managing to pull in the top names. Former World and British Superbike rider James Haydon will be competing this weekend, as well as Terry Rymer and Swiss ace Dani Müller, who was a serious threat to Iddon throughout the winter Series. Dani is keen to make his mark in the UK Series. Not forgetting the ever-talented Ady Smith who will be fighting hard.

This season will again be a tricky one, and the racing will be as tight and close as ever. With Husky Sport having a strong dominant team, they will be the ones to watch out for.