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Kove UK on the Rise: Wilson Battles at the Sharp End in Teesside Round 2

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Teesside Autodrome played host to Round 2 of the Nora Sport British Supermoto Championship (BSSC) this past weekend, and the Kove UK race team came away with a highly positive result that underlines the growing competitiveness of the Kove 450 Supermoto and young talent Blake Wilson in the series.

Friday’s dedicated practice day proved invaluable. The extra track time allowed the team to dial in the bike early, evaluate multiple tyre options, and make meaningful chassis and suspension adjustments that paid dividends throughout the weekend. The Kove machine felt planted and predictable from the first session, giving rider and crew the confidence to push hard in both dry and changing conditions.

One of the biggest takeaways came in the wet. For the first time the team was able to properly test the Kove Supermoto in genuine standing water and heavy rain. The bike’s balance, traction control response, and braking stability impressed immediately, delivering a level of rider confidence that bodes extremely well for future rounds where British weather can throw anything at the grid.

Saturday – British Championship • Race 1: 6th • Race 2: 7th • Race 3: 6th

These were the rider’s best British Championship results to date and marked a clear step forward in outright pace and consistency for the Kove UK machine.

Sunday – National Championship • Race 1: 7th • Race 2: 5th • Race 3: 8th

Sunday’s Race 2 was the highlight of the weekend. The Kove was right in the mix at the sharp end, battling hard for a podium position. The rider was challenging for 3rd place right up to the final corner of the last lap before a last-gasp move just slipped away. While the result was frustrating in the moment, the speed and racecraft on display showed that the Kove 450 Supermoto is now a genuine podium threat.

The entire Kove Moto UK team would like to thank every supporter who has followed the journey so far — whether through messages, shares, advice, or donations to the Pitstop Crew fund. A special mention also goes to the Blakes family, the full race crew, and every sponsor and partner whose continued belief makes this season possible.

The Kove UK Supermoto programme heads into the next round with renewed momentum, valuable data, and growing confidence in the bike’s performance potential.

On to Round 3, keep developing, working and focusing on performance.

Kove Moto Targets MXGP with Long-Term Factory Programme.

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Kove Moto Targets MXGP with Long-Term Factory Programme.
Kove Moto is preparing a serious, long-term programme aimed at the MXGP World Championship, with a structured entry beginning in 2027.
The announcement builds on a wider momentum in the Grand Prix paddock, as ambitious manufacturers step up to challenge the established order. For Kove, it also underlines a broader motorsport commitment spanning last years British Superbikes (BSB), Supermoto, World Superbikes (WSBK), and the Dakar Rally—proving performance and reliability from high-speed circuits to the harshest endurance events on the planet.
Development of the new Kove MX programme is already well underway, with initial testing scheduled to begin this weekend. The programme will focus on intensive refinement ahead of competition, combining Kove’s engineering capability with the race-proven expertise of the Kove Factory Racing team.
Clear pathway to the top
• 2026: Testing and development of the Kove 250R
• 2027: Two-rider campaign in the EMX250 European Championship
• 2028 (subject to results): Step up to the MX2 World Championship, with a longer-term route into MXGP

Kove Moto UK enters the British Supermoto Championship

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Young British Star Blake Wilson Joins Kove Factory Racing for 2026 British Supermoto Championship!

14-year-old rising star Blake Wilson has officially signed with Kove Factory Racing UK to compete in the full 2026 British Supermoto Championship on the Kove 450. He will also race in the R&G Moto4 British Cup, marking a major step up in his already impressive young career.

From Mini-Bikes to Factory Supermoto – Blake’s Rapid Rise

Blake first jumped on a mini-motorbike at just 6 years old and has been competing at national level ever since. His standout achievements include:

  • 2024 UK Ohvale 190 Champion (1st overall)
  • 10th overall at the 2024 Ohvale World Finals in Valencia
  • Multiple podiums and strong results in Supermoto
  • Consistent top finishes in FAB Racing, Metrakit Mini GP, Cuna de Campeones (Spain), and Mini GP UK events

What makes Blake special is his maturity, work ethic, and pure speed. At an age when most kids are still learning the ropes, he’s already attracting factory attention and racing at a high level.

PCR Performance & Paul Curran’s 450 Engine Expertise

Backing Blake is the technical expertise of PCR Performance in Cannock, led by former racer and British Superbike team principal Paul Curran. Paul has a strong racing background himself in British Supersport and National Superstock 1000, and today he runs one of the UK’s top race-bike building factories producing multiple BSB winning machines.

PCR specialises in high-performance 450cc engines — including full rebuilds, dyno development, ECU mapping, and race-ready upgrades.Having put these bikes through the toughest race in the world the Dakar, the team knows a thing or two when it comes to preparing these bikes for a series as competitve as this one.  As the official technical partner for Kove Factory Racing UK, they ensure Blake’s Kove 450 is fast, reliable, and ready to fight at the front from round one.

A Family Passion Driving the Dream

Blake’s journey is a true family effort. His dad, Leon Wilson, has been right there from day one — acting as trainer, mechanic, manager, and biggest supporter. Leon formed BW Racing (Team MotoBlake) to give Blake the best possible platform, and the whole family lives and breathes the sport. From early track mornings to late-night bike prep, that unbreakable family support has been the foundation of Blake’s rapid progress.

Building a Bright Career

Signing with Kove Factory Racing at 14 is a huge milestone. It gives Blake factory-supported machinery, professional development, and real visibility on the British racing scene. With PCR’s engine know-how behind him, he’s perfectly placed to challenge for podiums and titles while gaining the experience needed for even bigger steps ahead — whether that’s the British Talent Cup, Supersport, or beyond.

British motorcycle racing has a proud history of producing world-class riders, and Blake Wilson is the latest young talent to watch.

Follow Blake’s 2026 Season

Instagram: @blakewilsonracing Website: blakewilsonracing.co.uk or check out the Kove Factory Racing socials

Big things are coming for this young British rider and Kove Factory Racing UK. Let’s get behind Blake — the future of British Supermoto looks bright!

Rallymoto and Kove UK

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Kove Moto UK Announces Partnership with RallyMoto UK to Support Grassroots Rally Participation

United Kingdom – 23 March 2026 – Kove Moto UK is pleased to announce its official support of the RallyMoto UK series, marking a strategic partnership focused on expanding access to rally riding and road-book navigation for riders across the UK.

RallyMoto UK, founded and led by Robert Hughes (“Burt”), provides an accessible introduction to adventure rallying through member‑led road-book events, training weekends, and progressive challenges in the UK and abroad. The series offers a clear pathway from introductory navigation skills to advanced rally participation, fostering rider confidence, technical competence, and a strong community ethos without the barriers associated with international competition.

Kove Moto UK brings extensive rally experience to the collaboration. Under

the leadership of Steve Collett, the brand has a proven track record in elite endurance and rally events, including the Dakar Rally, Red Bull Romaniacs, the Africa Eco Race, and recent Rally Raid competition in Portugal. This heritage is reflected in Kove’s rally‑focused motorcycles, including the 450 Rally and 800X Rally, both developed and tested in demanding real‑world conditions.

As part of its commitment to rider development, Kove Moto UK actively supports competitors with motorcycles, technical expertise, and rally‑specific upgrades, including navigation towers, road-book systems, and durability enhancements.

“This partnership with RallyMoto UK represents a significant step in our commitment to grassroots rallying,” said Steve Collett, Kove Moto UK. “Rally riding should be accessible, not exclusive. By supporting the RallyMoto series, we’re helping riders develop road-book navigation skills on capable, rally‑proven machines while encouraging safe progression into the sport.”

Robert Hughes, Founder of RallyMoto UK, added: “Kove Moto UK’s rally credentials and genuine enthusiasm for growing participation make them an ideal partner. Their support will help more riders experience road-book navigation and adventure rallying in a supportive, UK‑based environment.”

Through the partnership, Kove Moto UK will provide demo opportunities, technical support, and exclusive incentives for RallyMoto members and event participants. The collaboration aims to reduce barriers to entry, promote structured progression, and support the

continued growth of adventure rallying in the UK.

For more information, visit Koveuk.com To learn more about RallyMoto UK events, training, and membership, visit rallymoto.co.uk.

Marc Garcia Makes BSB Debut with Kove Factory Racing

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Marc García Makes His BSB Debut with Kove Factory Racing

Marc García, the 2017 Supersport 300 World Champion, has stepped into the British Superbike scene with a thrilling debut as part of Kove Factory Racing, Onboard a Kove 450RR Built by the guys at PCR Performance for round 5 of the series at Brands Hatch. The announcement came on 15 July 2025, confirming his entry into the Pirelli National Sportbike Championship, a key support series that builds future talent within Bennetts BSB.

Background & Expectations

García isn’t new to the Kove team, The young Spanish talent stepped in as a mid‑season replacement in the WorldSSP 300 class in 2023, helping to elevate the program to consistent top‑ten finishes  His championship pedigree and hands‑on technical feedback made him a perfect addition. As team principal Paul Curran put it: “We’re constantly improving this bike, with new parts for Marc to test this weekend”.

Marc Garcia #67 Kove Factory Racing during Round 5 of the 2025 Bennetts British Superbike (BSB) Championship at Brands Hatch GP Race Circuit, Brands Hatch, England on the 25 – 27 July 2025. Photo by Ian Hopgood

The Brands Hatch Weekend

The weekend began with Free Practice 1 on Friday morning, where Marc took to the track for the first time aboard the 450RR. Focused on adapting to both the new machine and circuit, he completed 18 laps and steadily built confidence throughout the session. His best time of 1:36.245 came on lap 16, placing him 30th in the standings.
Between sessions, the Kove Factory Racing team made a series of adjustments, and Marc returned to the track for FP2 later in the day. He continued to make clear progress, improving his lap time by over a second to 1:35.212 and completing another 16 laps, ending the day in 31st position overall.
Saturday’s qualifying session continued that upward trend. Marc delivered a clean run and improved once again, clocking a 1:34.563, his best of the weekend so far, to secure 30th place on the starting grid for Sunday’s race.
Warm-up on Sunday morning provided one final opportunity to refine settings, where Marc set a 1:35.144 to finish the session in 27th position, another sign of steady improvement heading into the race.
In the main event, Marc delivered a composed and competitive performance. Gaining several positions on the opening lap, he quickly established himself in a tightly packed midfield group. Throughout the race, he maintained strong pace and showed smart race management, staying clear of trouble while picking off riders ahead. On lap six, he set his fastest time of the weekend, a 1:33.867 as he continued to push forward. By the time the chequered flag fell, Marc had made up nine positions to finish 21st, a solid result in a stacked field and a clear reflection of his adaptability and experience.
It was a strong debut performance from Marc, who brought valuable experience and delivered consistent progress across each session. The Kove Factory Racing team leaves Brands Hatch with encouraging results and important data to support the ongoing development of the Kove 450RR platform. It was super exciting to watch Marc race at Brands Hatch, and I hope we get to see him return to the class with Kove in the near future!

Kove 800X Rally Completes Red Bull Romaniacs

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Kove Finishes One of the World’s Toughest Enduro Races

The Red Bull Romaniacs has just wrapped up for 2025, and Kove’s 800X Rally has officially crossed the finish line. For many in the off-road world, this is a big deal. Not only is the Romaniacs one of the most punishing hard enduro events on the planet but it’s also a battleground dominated by seasoned European manufacturers. And yet, here comes Kove, once again proving it belongs in the conversation.

What Is the Red Bull Romaniacs?

Set against the brutal landscape of Romania’s Carpathian Mountains, the Romaniacs is five days of steep climbs, river crossings, dense forests, and terrain that eats bikes for breakfast. For any rider and machine to finish it is a badge of honor.

The Kove 800X Rally – Built to Go the Distance

Kove’s 800X Rally has been turning since its unveiling. With its 799cc parallel-twin engine, rally-spec suspension, and rugged frame, it’s a bike designed to go far and take hits doing it.

This finish adds to the bike’s growing résumé, showing it’s not just built for wide-open desert rallies, but can also handle the technical, slow-speed brutality of hard enduro terrain.

Why This Finish Matters

There’s been skepticism around Chinese-built motorcycles in the racing, adventure & off-road world and understandably so. But every time Kove enters a race like this and finishes, that doubt gets chipped away. The brand is building a reputation not just on marketing, but on Performance & results

For everyday riders watching from the sidelines, this finish adds real-world credibility to the 800X Rally & proves it’s capabilities to compete with the leading manufacturers in the industry

Looking Ahead

With another major finish under its belt, Kove continues to build momentum in the global rally and adventure scene. Whether you’re a weekend ADV rider or a hardcore rally fan, this is a brand worth watching.

The Kove 800X Is available now, Contact your local dealer for more information.

Kove at the ABR Festival!

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This year we are proud to be sponsoring the main stage at the ABR festival that takes place at Ragley Hall, Warwickshire from the 27th till the 29th of June.

The Kove stage will be home to the likes of Noraly Schoenmaker (AKA Itchy Boots), Adam Riemann, and Ryan F9 are just three of the big names who’ll be sharing stories of daring travels across the globe over on the Kove Stage

Kove stage line up at the ABR festival

In fact, the entire line up of festival speakers will regale you with stories of life on the road that blend wonder, inspiration, and entertainment. Plenty of laughs are guaranteed, along with a few gasps, and you may even find yourself shedding a tear or two, all on the Kove stage.

Noraly will take to the stage to recount tales from the incredible adventures that have inspired her new book, Free Ride. And Adam Riemann will team up with Ryan F9 on a blockbuster Thursday afternoon slot that’s sure to be a hit.

These are just some of the names in a packed schedule on the Kove stage across the Thursday, Friday and Saturday of the festival, every one of them ready to inspire bikers of all abilities.

Alongside these amazing speakers we will be showcasing THE 800x Rally the most anticipated bike of 2025, an exclusive at the ABR Festival, and the Dakar star the 450 Rally.

Pop along and see us, you wont miss us with our Dakar and Factory set up.

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