Dave McKenna (stunt rider)
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Dave McKenna (born 8 September 1987) is an Australian street bike stunt performer from Ballarat, Victoria.[1]
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| Born | 8 September 1987 |
| Occupation | Stunt performer |
Biography
Career
Mckenna started his career at the age of 20,[2] having watched street bike stunt riding in his teens, he took up the sport in 2007.[3] In 2013 he was the first Australian stunt performer to be signed by Yamaha Motor.[4] The official partnership then launched the new Yamaha MT-09 in the Australian market with a full length TVC and custom stunt modified MT-09's.[5] Resident in Sydney, McKenna has performed at events such as the A1 Grand Prix, China Super bikes Championship, V8 Supercars, Moto GP, Nitro Championships,[6] the Australian Tattoo and Body Expo,[7] Ballarat Swap Meet,[8] and York Motorcycle Festival.[9]
Charities
Having beaten cancer twice at a young age McKenna supports charities by participating in awareness raising performances for organisations such as Make a Wish Foundation; Cancer Council Australia; the Sony Foundation and the Black Dog Ride.[10]
Sponsors
Yamaha Motor Australia, Shark Helmets, Ixon apparel, Yamalube, Yamaha Motorcycle Insurance
See also
References
External links
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