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After a long hiatus, Stofskop, the ultimate social motorcycle event, will return to the Randfontein Raceway in Johannesburg on Saturday, 12 August 2023.
Stofskop is a bike event like no other – to the uninitiated, it looks like a chaotic race featuring esoteric machines ridden by enthusiasts donning even more esoteric costumes. It is the kind of event where almost anything can happen and usually does.
It's not a race in its traditional format – instead, it's a chance for riders to get their eccentric, eclectic and unusual motorcycles to go sideways on a dirt oval. It's a rare opportunity to kick up a lot of dust and impress, not only with their wacky dress sense but also with their motorcycle handling skills. The thrill of watching these machines sliding around on the flat track and overcoming all manner of mechanical (and wardrobe) challenges makes it guaranteed entertainment for the whole family.
"We're delighted to confirm the return of Stofskop Powered by Motul," says chief organiser Chris Shelvey. "With over 40 registrations already received, including a record number of ladies, we're certain that this will be the biggest, best and most inclusive Stofskop ever."
Motul, always a strong supporter of motorcycle events, are again putting their weight behind the 2023 edition.
"For the Motul team, Stofskop is one of our favourite events," says Mercia Jansen, Motul Area Manager for Southern and Eastern Africa.
"We love the fact that it's so welcoming, and we'd encourage anyone who loves bikes – or who's simply looking for a very different kind of Saturday – to register their Stofskop special or come along and cheer."
Whether you're a Stofskop veteran or a rookie rider, this is your chance to show off what you've been hiding in your garage, shed, or even in pieces under your bed. With classes including Inappropriate Road Bike, Moped Mash, Chops and Bobbers, Scrambler and Tracker and Plastic Pigs, it's hard to imagine a kind of bike that isn't eligible to participate in Stofskop. Indeed, the philosophy of Stofskop has always been to 'run what you brought'.
Expect the air to be filled with the sounds and smells of every kind of two-and four-stroke engine, more than a bit of dust, enticing aromas from food trucks, cheering and laughter. It's a place to dress up, be a little silly, and experience the wackier side of motorcycling culture.
Spectator tickets cost R50 per person, with free entry for children under-12. You must be 18 years old or older to participate in the racing. E-mail a picture of your bike here (and we use the term loosely) to before 4 August 2023. You will then receive a link to the entry form and all the additional details.
Check out the official Stofskop Facebook page for more info about the event and to see some of the fantastic motorcycles that have already been entered.
