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Background - Rob Hunt - Rider |
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Rob began racing for the same reason many other people get into the sport – having been involved in a number of accidents on the road, but wanted to stay involved in motorcycling. He started racing in the 125cc class at club level and quickly began learning the UK circuits. His maiden win came in his second year and he went on to finish in the top 3 of several club championships. Rob moved up into the 250 class as he felt he was too tall continuing to being competitive on a 125 machine. He approached the bigger, more powerful bike as he had with the 125 – using his first season predominantly as a learning year, before scoring wins at club level, setting various lap records and eventually securing several club championships. The following season proved to be disastrous, with a big money Sponsor pulling out after Rob had committed to a new machine for the coming season. He decided to have a break from racing and concentrated on renovating his first house. |
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With renewed determination, Rob returned to racing in the Supermono class. The 250 bikes had become very expensive, both to buy and run. Rob had seen the Supermono class in action at several events and liked the appeal of a 250 sized bike with a four stroke engine, coupled with the opportunity to put some individuality into it. He bought a used Yamaha to get into the class and was immediately successful, finishing 3rd place overall in the ‘All England Club Championship’. He decided to enter the National level competition the following year and built a new bike for this purpose. After initial teething trouble, Rob was able to score points in the Championship. Jan Sandberg |
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