Torleif Hansen


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Torleif Hansen (born 5 October 1948) is a Swedish former professional motocross racer.[1] He competed in the Motocross World Championships from 1970 to 1983.

Torleif Hansen
Torleif Hansen Circuit Vallès 1978

Torleif Hansen at the 1978 Spanish Grand Prix

NationalitySwedish
Born5 October 1948 (age 76)
Upplands Väsby, Sweden
Motocross career
Years active1970 - 1983
TeamsHusqvarna, Kawasaki, Yamaha
Wins10

Biography

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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 Gennady Moiseyev in the 250cc motocross world championships.[2][3]

References

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  1. ^ a b "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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