Sad news recently to learn of the passing of Dave Whitehead. The diminutive little charger from Grays, in Essex, had an amazingly long career in the sport of motocross, and was still enjoying the sport last year, at the age of 68.
I recall that he first started racing in 1977/78, and I believe his first ride was at Lyng.
During a span of 47 years, Dave rode many different bikes, and will be remembered for his efforts on Maico and Honda machinery.
He was upgraded to expert status three times in his career, and was also prominent racing in the NGR series for many years.
He had great pleasure of bringing his son, Ryan, into the sport, and at the recent Woodbridge practise day in March, Dave was seen watching Ryan in action.
R.I.P. Dave, as the old saying goes, " they don't make them like you anymore "