Kai Golder has proved unstoppable on two wheels in the last year – and the Edinburgh lad is only 10-years-old.
From 59 races have come 59 wins including three Scottish Championships in minimoto and supermoto mini GP class.
Compiling these successes has taken him from Stranraer to Golspie via Crail and Knockhill in Fife accompanied by dad Kevin, mum Bobbie and younger brother Taylor, 5, who has ambitions to achieve similar feats.
MiniGP bikes have a140cc four stroke engine with manual 4 speed gearbox and clutch. They can reach speeds of around 60-70mph
As for Minimotos, where Italian legend Valentino Rossi started out, they are 40cc and capable of speeds of around 60mph.
Kai’s dad, Kev, himself a former racer, says: “During the season we travel all over Scotland with the van and caravan spending nearly every other weekend away with the aim to have fun and enjoy racing and socialising.
“On the off season we usually make the annual trip to Spain for practice. Kai also likes to ride his dirt bike alongside Taylor who is his biggest fan
“Kai is also a keen footballer and plays for Newtongrange Star 2014s while also enjoying mountain biking and socialising with friends.“
His ambition is to become a full-time professional motor cyclist.
Meanwhile, Kev has previously spoken about the emotions attached to seeing his son hurtle round a track with his nose inches from the tarmac.
“Yes, my heart has been in my mouth sometimes – and his mum too.”
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