Motocross project receives FUCHS backing

A Dover-based project which transforms teenagers’ lives through motorsport has received the continued backing of one the UK’s most respected lubricant manufacturers.

The Motocross Challenge Project is a long-running scheme which takes young people who are out of mainstream education in Kent and the South East and offers them a chance to learn new skills.

Using motocross as a tool, the project educates, motivates and enthuses the young people towards achieving success in a range of courses that teach practical, social and functional life skills.

The project has been boosted by confirmation that FUCHS Silkolene will continue to lend its support throughout 2019.

FUCHS Silkolene, a world-renowned manufacturer of premium motorcycle oils, supplies some of its top products for the teenagers to use, as well as branded clothing.

Charlotte Newton, CEO at The Motocross Challenge Project, said: “The charity was set up in 2000 to work with young people struggling with complex lives and difficult circumstances. 

“Using the bike as a tool, we have engaged and supported young people by teaching them practical and social skills.

“We give them self-belief and confidence to see their future with choices and let them know that we also believe in them. 

“We’re extremely grateful to all of our sponsors, and especially FUCHS Silkolene. Having top-level products to use on the bike gives the young people a lot of pride and confidence.”

Hundreds of young people have come through the project’s doors since its inception in 2000.

Sally Travis, marketing manager at FUCHS Silkolene, said the Stoke-based business was delighted to help.

“This is a genius way to help young people change their lifestyle and mindset using something that they are interested in,” she said.

“It helps them to engage with the world in a more positive way, while also learning new skills.

“We’re pleased to be able to help in this small way. They deserve to be using the very best products in their bikes, and that’s exactly what they have with these FUCHS Silkolene lubricants.”

FUCHS Silkolene oils are used by leading motorcycle teams in the UK and beyond, including BSB Championship winning teams JG Speedfit Kawasaki and Be Wiser Ducati.

For more information, visit www.mxcp.co.uk or www.silkolene.com