Former World Superbike champion back at Fieldays
New Zealand Superbike champ Andrew Stroud is at Fieldays this week to mingle with fans and work as an ambassador for Suzuki.
Nine times New Zealand Superbike champion Andrew Stroud was on hand to offer some star power to the Fieldays.
A former world champion in the British European American Racing Series, Stroud spent the 1990s racing in the World Superbike Championship before returning to live in Hamilton.
Now working with Suzuki in an ambassador role, Stroud will be stationed at the company’s promotional tent for the remainder of the event to sign autographs, pose for photos or simply talk motorcycles with fellow enthusiasts.
“I’ve usually come along [to Fieldays] and spent quite a lot of time here. There’s always lots to see and it’s a good day out.
“I’ve ridden for Suzuki for 13 years now, they have been a great company to be involved with so I like to give back in any way I can.”
These days Stroud, 45, spends his time attending various events as an ambassador or guest speaker, while also working as a driver instructor at the Hampton Downs race circuit near Meremere in North Waikato.
In addition to this he still competes at the highest level of New Zealand Superbike racing and has a staggering nine children at home, with another on the way.
Despite all of this he insists another tilt at the championship next year is on the cards and has a special milestone in mind.
“People always say about having nine children and nine NZ superbike championships. Now I have got another child on the way so I am going for 10 and 10 next year!”
