Gareth Swanepoel, originally from South Africa now resides in Southern California. Gareth first joined Star Racing Yamaha for his 2010 US professional debut in the outdoor series. In 2011 Gareth won his first moto in the US at Southwick rounding out the event with a 3rd overall. Prior to joining Star Valli Yamaha, Swanepoel was one of the top World Championship racers in Europe, earning many top finishes and even claimed British Championship titles. Gareth was an instant success in the last few rounds of the Outdoor Lites Championship races where finished top ten easily. Since then, the friendly rider has dreamed of racing in the states fulltime, and now that he is going to do just that Swanepoel is looking to better his results.
| Current Residence: |
Murrieta, CA
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| Date of Birth: |
11/24/1984 |
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| Height / Weight: |
5’10” / 155 lbs |
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| Year Turned Pro: |
2000 |
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| Goals: |
Top 5 places |
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| Bike: |
YZ250F |
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| Mechanic: |
Karl Gunderson |
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| Class: |
Supercross Lites - West |
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| Race Number: |
# 23 |
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| Favorite Track: |
Lierop, Holland |
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| Favorite Obstacle: |
Whoops |
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| Training: |
Gym/Cardio |
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| Favorite Food: |
Pizza |
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| Music: |
Eminem |
RACING HIGHLIGHTS
2011: Southwick Moto 1 win 3rd overall
2010: Southwick 10-6 = 8th Overall / Steel City 13-12 = 12th Overall / Pala 39-8 = 14th Overall
2009: 8th in MX1 World Championship
2008: 3rd MX2 British Championship
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