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Kevin Schwantz Tribute

Kevin Schwantz

Kevin Schwantz was one of the most spectacular riders from the 'golden era' of GP racing (1988-1993). Had it not been for bad luck, inhuries and the genius, Wayne Rainey, he would undoubtedly have won more than one world ttle. His style was wild and he often road to the limit. In 1994 Schwantz sustained an injury while mountain biking, followed by a big crash at Donington, left his in a poor state to defend his world title, but still finished fourth. He crashed again at 1995 at Philip Island and he decided to retire, since then he has established his own riding school and driven in the Nascar Championship.

Stats

  • 1983 - First road race
  • 1985 - 3rd in Daytona 200
  • 1986 - Trans-Atlantic Challenge Winner
  • 1987 - 2nd in AMA Superbike Championship
  • 1988 - 8th in 500 cc Grand Prix World Championship
  • 1989 - 4th in 500 cc Grand Prix World Championship
  • 1990 - 2nd in 500 cc Grand Prix World Championship
  • 1991 - 3rd in 500 cc Grand Prix World Championship
  • 1992 - 4th in 500 cc Grand Prix World Championship
  • 1993 - 500 cc World Champion
  • 1994 - 4th in 500 cc Grand Prix World Championship
  • 1995 - Retired from 500 cc Grand Prix