Barry Smith & Stu Dawe

Barry Smith & Stu Dawe

Team

Carl Cox Motorsport

Bike

LCR Kawasaki

Number

#73

Nationality

British/Kiwi

Hometown

Palmerston North/Auckland

Day Job

Motorcycle Technician/Shipwright

ABOUT BARRY SMITH & STU DAWE

"Barry is a seasoned sidecar racer with a passion that’s fueled his career since 1983. With decades of experience behind him, he’s had the privilege of racing around the world, earning accolades along the way. His love for sidecars continues to drive him, and he’s dedicated to sharing that enthusiasm with others through every race he competes in.

Stu is an experienced sidecar passenger with over 15 years of racing across New Zealand. His deep understanding of the sport and exceptional skill on the sidecar have made him a valuable partner to Barry. With countless races under his belt, Stu’s commitment to the sport and teamwork with Barry continue to drive their success on the track."

Career Highlights

Winner of British Sidecar Championship 1985

2nd place European Sidecar Championship 1989

18th World Sidecar Championship/

Lap record holder at Paeroa Street Races

4x Winner of the NZSBK Sidecar Championship

Barry and Stu dominated the 21/22 NZSBK Sidecar Championship, securing pole position in every round, winning each race, and posting the fastest lap each time as well.

RIDER GALLERY

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RIDER SPONSORS

Carl Cox Motorsport

Carl Cox Motorsport

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Graphic Garage

Sidecarshop

Sidecarshop

Superfinishing Ltd

Superfinishing Ltd

Putoline

Putoline

Uggly & Co

Uggly & Co

City Honda

City Honda

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