Crescent KTM Q&A - w/Stan Watt Dakar 2012
Date: Friday, March 16, 2012
Meet Stan Watt, Toby Younger and experience the Dakar Rally on 5 April at Crescent KTM!!
The 2012 Dakar may have been over for some time, but as the South American continent heads into autumn, the UK is gearing up for what should be an amazing year of biking. Crescent KTM’s Stan Watt, who made the headlines with his epic ride through the ranks to finish the Dakar in 34th place after being relegated to 87th after the first day, will share his adventures and bring along his Crescent KTM 450 Factory Replica – exactly as it finished the incredible 9,000km event – as well as the team’s quick response 4x4 and event support truck.
As well as showing some stunning unseen video footage, Stan will personally take you through his gruelling 16 day trip sharing all the highs and lows the toughest race on the planet throws at you – including how to finish a 300km stage with no throttle twistgrip after a 100mph crash! Stan will answer questions put by Crescent MD Paul Denning and any personal questions from all those who attend – it promises to be a fascinating insight into how a private entrant approaches motorcycling’s true “iron-man” event and tries to compete with the world’s best riders.
Alongside Stan Watt, Crescent KTM is happy to welcome fellow Brit, Toby Younger, who won the hearts of both the British and South American fans after finishing the gruelling event on his first attempt. From having his kit stolen before the race, to sleeping two nights in the desert with his bike, crashing, and towing his (later to retire) team mate Jago Pickering for hours - Younger’s tales will amaze all. As well as his fascinating stories, he will be revealing his motivation behind taking part in the event, and promoting the charities he has supported along the way.
In addition to its Dakar involvement, Crescent KTM is also heavily involved in other off-road championships, with its sponsorship of multiple British & European Enduro Champion Daryl Bolter and MX Vets World Championship rider Phil Lewis. Check out their stunning bikes and catch up with the guys about their seasons and what they are expecting from 2012 – and maybe even get some riding tips while you’re there!
To mark the event, Crescent Motorcycles’ Verwood showroom will be transformed into an orange haven with KTM stunners from wall to wall, featuring the full off- and on-road offering from the popular Austrian brand.
990 Adventure R - Cairoli Replica - Roczen Replica - 690 Duke - 690 SMC-R - Duke 125 - RC8R - 250 EXC-F - 350XC-F -...and many more!
Add to this a full selection of KTM Power Parts, as well as its awesome clothing range featuring the full Kini, Hydroteq and Adventure kit, and you’ll have enough clothing to last you for a few Dakars of your own!
The evening is on Thursday 5th April, starts at 7:30pm and will run approximately until 9:30pm, with light refreshments provided throughout. It is completely free and everyone is welcome to come and join the experience. If you have any questions about the evening or need information about getting to Crescent Motorcycles in Verwood, please check out our website or give us a call on 01202 820170