Stofskop Powered by Motul has come and gone in a whirlwind of dust, rust and the cheers of Jozi’s most fired-up motorsport crowd. This year’s edition of the ultimate social motorcycle event was bigger and better than ever, whilst retaining all the ingredients that have made this a unique fixture in the two-wheeler calendar.
While some of the motorcycles involved in the action at Joburg’s Randfontein Raceway may have seen better days, Stofskop itself continues to grow and evolve. This year’s event featured nearly 100 riders – some 20 more than in 2023. At least a quarter of the field were women, and lady riders featured in almost every category, from Inappropriate Road Bikes to Moped Mashups, as well as the revitalised Sidecar Shenanigans.
There was plenty for the crowd to cheer, in addition to singing along to the tunes pumped out by the trackside DJ. Both riders and fans had gone the extra lap when it came to fancy dress, with a quick glance around the crowd or along the starting line revealing Minions dressed in full ’Despicable Me’ style, the cast of Nintendo’s Super Mario Brothers cheering on Luigi and Mario (in the flesh), as well as assorted Disco Divas, Steampunk Mechanics and Dark Angels.
To make each heat even more entertaining, MC Greg Moloney kept up a running commentary – something that was greatly appreciated by the many notable members of the South African motorcycling community who were in attendance.
“I wouldn’t be the organiser of Stofskop if I didn’t enjoy a little chaos and confusion in the name of fun and family entertainment,” commented chief organiser, Chris Shelvey. “It was especially great to see just how diverse the South African motorcycle community has become,” he added.
Principal sponsor Motul was well represented at Stofskop with a must-visit stand showcasing their product range, including their recently launched Boost and Clean Additive – ideal for adding a little vooma and clearing out fuel systems. Participants could benefit from the helmet cleaning station, the chain lubrication pit stop, and purchase some ‘serious stof’ in the shape of Motul merchandise, including shirts, socks and now leather travel bags. The addition of a photo booth meant that no outfit went unrecorded.
“Stofskop never disappoints, and this year was no exception,” commented Mercia Jansen, Motul General Manager for Southern and Eastern Africa. “It was great to see how the industry is embracing Stofskop, and also motivating more motorcycle owners to retrieve their machines from their sheds and garages. With riders of all ages taking part, we can feel confident about the longevity of the local motorcycle market,” she added.
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