The second round of the series, where New Zealand Grand Prix titles were at stake, attracted one of the biggest motorcycle crowds seen at the track in years, as the country’s top riders provided plenty of high speed entertainment.
One of the stars of the day was Avalon Lewis, who remains the only rider across all classes to maintain a 100% record — two pole positions and six straight wins for a maximum 152-point tally.
Both Lewis and Fuller are using the championship to hone their skills before leaving for Europe shortly to contest the Women’s World Championship.
Lewis’ husband, Jake, riding in the Supersport 600 class, and Luke Ryder, in Supertwins, also ended the weekend with a perfect six-win record, but both have only one pole position apiece.
The premier Superbike class was again dominated by Honda rider Mitch Rees, who posted two wins and a second place after Yamaha’s Dale Finch set the pace in the damp opening race on Saturday.
Event promoter Mike Marsden, was full of praise for the support shown by Timaru residents and those from further afield.
"Take a bow, Timaru, we have heard nothing but positive comments," Marsden said.
"It was so good to see a crowd back at Levels.
"We tried to put on a fresh show, not only on the track, where the standard of racing was exceptional, but also offer other attractions.
"Our legends garage with past superstars Aaron Slight, Robbie Phillis and Mike Pero was a huge success as they mixed with the crowd.
"Visiting road riders also had the opportunity to take part in a track cruise," Marsden said.
— APL
