Racers ready for #SCBF Dezzi Festival of Speed
Forming part of the #SCBF2017 programme, the Dezzi Festival of Speed on 29 April 2017 comprises a number of fast-paced biking events taking place throughout the day at the Dezzi Raceway in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal.
“This is really an action-packed event programme that will provide non-stop entertainment for bike lovers as well as those with little knowledge of motorbikes and racing,” said race organiser, Bob West. “We’ve made sure this is really a spectator-friendly day with a variety of motorcycles and riding styles...”
The event kicks off at 7.30am with a biking blast from the past as the 2 strokes take to the track to burn some oil in a race. They will be followed by a range of bikes from 600cc to 1000cc as the Breakfast Runs gets underway promising 10 laps of skilled racing action.
A crowd favourite – the 150 Honda and Scooters – will then go head-to-head followed by the not-to-be-missed Legends car race. Originating in the 1930s and 1940s, the Legends vehicle is a compact car shell fitted with a 1300cc motorbike engine, and these zooty cars always make for a fantastic spectator sport.
Bike Attack
The Bike Attack, which follows the Legends race, will see some 20 motorbikes completing 10 laps of the Dezzi Raceway with judges looking at both speed and consistency. One prize will be awarded to the fastest rider, and another to the most consistent rider on the track. Then it’s anything goes in the Open Class race with Super Singles and Powersports getting some time in the limelight.
If you’re interested in testing your riding skills, be sure to enter the public Bike Attack which is open to all bikers. The fee for entrance is R750 per bike which includes the MSA licence and medical insurance. For those with a valid MSA licence, the fee is R300 per bike.
The Dezzi Festival of Speed will end in style with a biker parade heading from the raceway to the Experiential Energy Zone in Margate at 3.30pm. Each programme event will have a qualifier round followed by two heats before the winners are announced at the prizegiving ceremony which takes place at Margate beachfront from 3.30pm.
“Event organisers have really gone out of their way to plan a really comprehensive biking programme for the Dezzi Festival of Speed,” said Justin Mackrory, CEO of UGU South Coast Tourism. “This is just another exceptional drawcard to the overall South Coast Bike Fest, making it such an ideal event for the national biking community.”
Event details
The 2017 #SCBF runs at Margate from 27-30 April with something for everyone. There will be eight festival-themed bars, eight corporate dealership decks, 22 on site restaurants, pubs and clubs as well as 35 of South Africa’s top bands on offer.
The online pre-registration allows #freefunseeker ticket holders access to the event boulevard which includes secure parking. To pre-register for the #freefunseeker tickets, visit www.quicket.co.za.
