RS Motorcycles

25/05/2026

Another weekend of racing for the team RS crew at the final round of the VMCCclub series, having missed round one there was no chance of silverware but we had some new parts to try, and hoping to push down my lap times a bit. There’s a gap of 2 seconds or so to the top three riders, and we are roughly speaking “best of the rest” on pure lap times.
Another great qualifying session put me right where I needed to be on the front row in P4.
Race one started well, putting my poor starts of round two behind me I slotted in behind the top 3 through turn one. Getting awesome drive through two I figured being among those three was the best way to learn … well I learnt something, Hugh slide and trip across the grass . Luckily I stayed upright but rejoined towards the back of the pack. Took a lap to gather myself and started to push back through the field. Ended up 7th with 4th fastest lap of the race.
Race two was another frustrating time with a couple of missed gear changes in the opening lap dropping me down the field. Same result,8th this time with 4th fastest lap time.
Race three and something to prove, perfect start aided by two riders starting from pi lane saw me slot into second, right head down and concentrate.. ran there for the first 3 laps and then those pesky fast riders picked me off.. P4 finish and a big gap back to 5th.
Unfortunately on the last laps we noticed a lack of power and on inspection we discovered I had blown the head gasket🤦‍♂️
We missed the final race, a bit of a frustrating day but taking the positives we have the pace, and the bike has potential…..
Being the final round we had prize giving and somehow I got press ganged into MCing the event… but that’s another story.

17/05/2026

Sunday is always bike day, and this weekend was no exception. Robert was off on the Distinguished Gentlemans Ride.
Previously we have run our van as a support vehicle but this year year Robert helped as a parking marshal and a mid pack rider.
The turnout was unbelievable and everyone had a great ride, raised a lot of $$ and some very cool bikes made the ride.
DGR support the Movemember foundation money raised goes to men’s mental health and prostate cancer , this year Wellington smashed it with over $24000 and 240 odd bikes. Well done team!

10/05/2026

Team RS hit the kart track this weekend, running at the Kaitoke Bucket racing round 2.
Robert ran in B grade and grabbed two wins, a second and a fourth. .. I think it will be up to A grade next time out!
Fun day with great weather and some awesome close battles

29/04/2026

We have just heard that tyres are going up in price again.. I know right, getting a bit crazy out there... But don't worry we've got your back, well for a while at least:-)
Sets of Metzeler Sportec M7RR's in 120/70x17 Front with a 180/55 or 190/55x17 rear are just $650 FITTED to your pride an joy, Robert runs these on his Streetfighter and gives them the double thumbs up.
Or if want a great touring and commuting option we also have the now infamous Roadtec Z8 sets in 120/70x17 front paired with 160/60, 180/55 or 190/50X17 rear for an almost unbelieveable $550 for the set FITTED...
Nothing else to pay, we will even include the Tyre Wise fee.
But get in quick, it's only what's in stock... don't get caught out this winter, save $$$ and get some quality tyres now!

20/04/2026

Been a while since we dropped a race report… and this one is from Robert, our chief mechanic, owner and team principal.
So I came out of retirement this weekend at the Victoria Motorcycle Club Race meeting.
10 years ago I ran my last race on a CBR250… this time I ran a KTM RC390 in the Supersport 300 class. With a practice day Saturday I got pretty comfortable on the bike, and as we had heavy rain in the afternoon I got to rediscover using wet tyres.. my pace was a way off but I went in to race day feeling good and confident I wasn’t going make too much of a fool of myself.
Sunday morning and the rain stopped but the track was still very wet.. so the wet practice was good. I went out late to try and find my own pace and not ruin anyone else’s laps. I came in to applause and pats on the back from my team mates. Unbelievably I put our little KTM on the front row in P4, turns out I can still ride in the wet😁
Race one was a real baptism of fire as one of my competitors had an unfortunate incident on the grid which saw me clip her upturned bike and take a wee tumble. No harm done and I made the restart , just, thanks to the team.
Race starts didn’t go to plan in the morning and I lost heaps of places so I had to battle back through the field. Got my groove on though and the last two races I managed to keep my P4 starting position into turn one.
So many awesome battles all day, every race was in a group of four or five riders scrapping for the last spot on the podium. My weekend went 3x P4 and 2xP3 in class with P4 overall for the weekend.
So far above my expectations I cannot believe it!
Massive thanks to my team who not only supported me all weekend, but managed their own race day without me. Turns out I’m not indispensable after all 🤷‍♂️
Of course none of this would be possible without the support of my wife Simone, the S of RS , who helped me all weekend . Food, drinks, calming words and pep talks when needed😎
Maybe we will do it again….

07/03/2026

Some of you may have heard already, but in two weeks time Robert will be taking part in this awesome event for men’s mental health. .
Along with our good friend Justin they will be team RS Motorcycles with a goal of raising $1000.
Often times men fail to reach out and ask for help when they are struggling mentally and with the worst out comes. Don’t be that guy, just talk to your mates!
If you’d like to donate a few $$ we would really appreciate it, every donation big or small can really make a difference. Just click on the link below

This year, I will be participating in Walk for a Bloke - a unique event for blokes to come together and walk 25 kms to raise awareness and funds for bloke’s mental health. Help me reach my fundraising goal!

28/02/2026

We are all set for this great event tomorrow morning, weather is looking mint and looks like we are going to have a big turnout!
Get rid of some of that pesky loose change and give us a donation for the BBQ and buy a raffle ticket.
Everyone has donated their time and product for free so 💯 of your money goes to the Wellington branch of the cancer society.

23/02/2026

Don’t forget this is happening on Sunday, lots of raffle and spot prizes up for grabs and of course you will be supporting a very worthy cause.
BBQ will be rocking from 9am👍

22/02/2026

A little bit different this weekend.. Robert is out trying his hand at a bit of bucket racing.
Running mid pack in B Grade, but so much fun having battles every lap…

11/02/2026

Another busy day in the suspension bay!
Set of YSS VROD shocks for a service, BMW G650X getting an upgrade rear shock and an Ohlins from a 90’s Ducati Monster having a full restoration.
Drop in or give us a call for all your suspension needs👍