Connor Behan
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Connor Behan started racing minimotos in 2004 at the age of 12 and, in his first season, he won the North and Eastern Counties Minimoto junior B Championship.
In 2005, Connor moved up into the Aprilia Superteen series and by the end of his first season he placed 9th in the standings. 2006 saw a massive leap, as he competed in the Aprilia Superteen series and the ACU Star (Formula 125). Gaining a runners-up spot in both series, Connor gained an abundance of wins. In the Superteen he had a terrific run, chalking up no less than 15 race victories - more than anyone else in the series- amid 21 podium finishes.
- Name:
- Connor James Behan
- DOB:
- 28/10/1991
- Height:
- Weight:
- 59 kg
- Hometown:
- Barnton, Northwich
- Favourite rider:
- Valentino Rossi
- Favourite British rider:
- David Jefferies
- Favourite track:
- Cadwell Park
- Best moment in career:
- Being awarded the Best Young Rider of the Year 2006, and adding my name to the trophy alongside such champions as Barry Sheene, Mike Hailwood and Jim Redman.
- Worst moment in career:
- Leading by 9 seconds in an Aprilia Superteen Race at Snetterton and the bike breaking down on the last lap!
6ft 1 inch
Of the 7 ACU Star rounds he competed in (1 clashed with the superteen) he had 5 podiums (3 wins, 1 second and 1 third).
Connor was voted the Best Young Rider of the Year 2006 (Dunlop Trophy) and added his name to a list of winners that includes legends Mike Hailwood, Jim Redman and Barry Sheene.
For 2007, at only 15 years old, Connor has stepped up to compete in the British 125 GP Championship. Riding with GR Motosport, he hopes to continue his career in the footsteps of the likes of Jonathan Rea, Casey Stoner and Leon Haslam who all climbed through the ranks of the British 125 GP.
Connor will be riding in the 13 rounds of the Brtish Superbike series, which has full coverage by SkySports and has a live television audience fast approaching 1 million viewers.
Connor is seeking sponsorship for the forthcoming season, if you are interested or would like more information you can contact him here, or alternatively, visit his website.
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December 17th, 2007 at 4:48 am
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January 5th, 2008 at 10:19 am
Dear Conner and gary all the best for 2008 get them beat you got the talent boy just dont be to hasty and steady away with it, well be there also so we can have some good nights again hey gary,
see you soon steve and jay
January 10th, 2008 at 7:18 pm
Hi Steve, Thanks for that, we are looking forward to the 2008 season, busy on the bike at the moment, good look to you and jay for this season and yes we will definately have some good nights soon. see you in april. Garry and Connor
January 11th, 2008 at 4:36 pm
Conna - I see you name in magazine (is it program) ? last seeson when I was a visiting superbike racing at Cadwell park. My son who races Aprilia in italian 125 series was a very empressed how you ride that defficult track especally the wooded area section. The ridas at the front were having more power that you had but each time you came to our part of the circiut you were right up with them. I hope your racing is a successful one this year and we hope you get the rewards for the effoert you and team put in - Stef.
January 24th, 2008 at 8:21 pm
Thanks Stef for the comments. Next time you are in the UK- come and introduce yourself. Good luck to your son for 2008!
February 16th, 2008 at 10:28 pm
Good luck Conner
This will be your year mate now you have found your feet
we will be there to watch you when we can
Best Regards
Gary, Dave , Trick & Benji
http://www.replicastuk.com
March 12th, 2008 at 11:05 am
good luck this year
March 18th, 2008 at 6:21 pm
Nice to see you at Anglesey mate! Well done on your first wins of the season! Keep it up and looking forward to the BSB rounds.
Good luck + stay safe!
Danny
March 22nd, 2008 at 10:01 pm
seen you on the track and you got the talent keep a level head this year and you will be close up . see you on the podium very soon
March 26th, 2008 at 7:07 pm
Looks lke anglesey was good for You and Jay, Connor, keep up the good work maybe you and jay will be able to keep Your mum Julie and me in idle luxury LOL
cheers Steve
March 29th, 2008 at 4:13 pm
mmm, idle luxury! Now that’d be nice!!
May 6th, 2008 at 10:21 pm
What a ride lad! Excellent result - nailbiting stuff! Cracking interview!!!!
Def see you down brands!
Danny
May 8th, 2008 at 6:17 am
Looking forward to watching it on British Eurosport tonight.
May 9th, 2008 at 1:06 pm
That was nerve wracking watching it on tele (again!)
Told him to ’slow down’ at brands hatch!!!!!! lol
August 5th, 2008 at 8:29 am
Connor, Gary and family……..
Watching Connors progress closely out here in Kephalonia Greece. I got to Oulton in May……….a great race. Be fast - be safe…I’m sure Connor is going places. Damian Murray.
August 7th, 2008 at 2:50 pm
Thanks Damian, Connors up at Knockhill at the moment - we are all stunned with the tragic loss of Craig Jones. Being from Northwich, he and his Dad have passed on alot of useful advice to Connor over the years.
Thoughts go out to all his family, friends and fans.
Julie
August 21st, 2008 at 7:47 pm
was at oulton to see connor ride a 600 for the first time - fantastic ride by the young lad to get on the podium . keep it up connor and good luck to you for the future . hope to see you at silverstone and brands
October 10th, 2008 at 1:25 pm
good luck for Brands!