Torleif Hansen

Torleif Hansen

Torleif Hansen at the 1978 Spanish Grand Prix
Nationality Sweden Swedish
Born 5 October 1948 (1948-10-05) (age 67)
Motocross career
Years active 1970 - 1983
Teams Husqvarna, Kawasaki, Yamaha
Wins 10

Torleif Hansen (born 5 October 1948) is a Swedish former professional motocross racer.[1]

Biography

Born in Upplands Väsby, Sweden, Hansen was one of the top riders in the Motocross Grand Prix World Championships during the 1970s.[1] He competed in the FIM Motocross World Championships from 1970 to 1983. His best season was in 1978 when, as a member of the Kawasaki factory racing team, he finished second to Guennady Moisseev in the 250cc motocross world championships.[2][3]

References

  1. 1 2 "Heavenly High". husqvarna-motorcycles.com. Retrieved 2016-02-28.
  2. "1978 250cc motocross world championship final standings". memotocross.fr. Retrieved 6 February 2016.
  3. "Torleif Hansen profile". bestsports.com.br. Retrieved 6 February 2016.


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