MXGP of the Netherlands hosts Mechanic's Training

The 2018 MXGP of the Netherlands at Assen and MXGP Academy have joined forces to help educating young aspiring mechanics from the Drents College. 2 young mechanics have been selected to work with the World Championship teams of Gebben Van Venrooy Kawasaki Racing and Kemea Yamaha Official MX2 Team. The weekend gives the students a chance to see what goes into working with the world’s best machines at the highest level of competition.

MXGP Academy trainer Jan Postema: "We see that motorsport and motocross in particular, get an increasingly professional approach. Mechanics are indispensable, but we still see that the mechanics who work at different teams, often through a "hobby" influx have entered into this sport. We believe that good preparation and training are musts for this profession.”

Mark Bouwman from Drents College: “To expose students to the circumstances, but also to be able to taste the atmosphere of the sport, this is a great way to get a first impression.”