A motorcyclist who died after a serious crash on State Highway 2, near Takapau, in Central Hawke's Bay has been named as Lance Raymond Perry.
Emergency services were called to the crash between a ute and a motorcyclist near the intersection with Maharakeke Rd about 5.40am on Monday.
The 60-year-old was from Waipukurau.
Police said the motorcyclist was in a critical condition and taken to Palmerston North Hospital by rescue helicopter, but died in the helicopter.
"Police extend their condolences to Mr Perry's family and friends," a police spokeswoman said.
