1 valve 558 Posted April 4, 2017 (edited) I appreciate that the answer to this question will differ from rider to rider and club to club but in general terms besides being paid to start a race and then the appropriate points money what other items of cost are met by the club? I am thinking of: Travel expenses? Tyres? Fuel? Bikes? Engines? Race suits? and in terms of sponsorship, other than straight cash, what are the most beneficial items a rider could be sponsored with? Edited April 4, 2017 by 1 valve Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vince 9,458 Posted April 4, 2017 For youngsters a job that allows them time off for racing! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
THE DEAN MACHINE 4,740 Posted April 4, 2017 Vans , workshop, mechanics 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrMungo 708 Posted April 4, 2017 (edited) I appreciate that the answer to this question will differ from rider to rider and club to club but in general terms besides being paid to start a race and then the appropriate points money what other items of cost are met by the club? I am thinking of: Travel expenses? Tyres? Fuel? Bikes? Engines? Race suits? and in terms of sponsorship, other than straight cash, what are the most beneficial items a rider could be sponsored with? Tyres, fuel(methanol) & oil are usually paid by the club, although it's not a given. The club will always (to the best of my knowledge) make a contribution towards fuel (travel) expenses, although the amount per mile does vary. Things like kevlars vary a lot from club to club, and is often one of the stumbling blocks in contract discussions. A van is often provided for the year if the club has a relevant sponsor - Belle Vue, Ipswich, etc. Clubs sometimes provide money for a race day mechanic - this is often a cash payment. Some clubs have full time mechanics, too. In terms of general machinery, it is paid by the rider 99% of the time. Some international riders may be a different kettle of fish. Wealthier clubs (like Glasgow) have been known to provide riders with various necessary machinery. The clubs often provide accomodation + workshop to Australian (and other foreign riders too). Clearly stuff like engines or a bike (little bit harder as it has many different components) are the most beneficial for the rider, but there's a whole host of items that can be sponsored if someone prefers to pay for a specific item (rather than cash). Clutch plates, helmet, fork, frame, diamond, mudguards, numerous other bike parts, tear-offs, the list goes on. Edited April 4, 2017 by MrMungo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waytogo28 2,054 Posted April 5, 2017 I wish speedway was more open about payment levels to riders. No genuine heat leader class / international rider should need a testimonial except for serious injury. If for example Chris Holder is really being paid 10 X more for riding in Poland than in the UK he is getting paid £20,000 at least for each meeting over there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites