A young rider died in an incident at the Taupō Motorcycle Club in Miro St yesterday.
Motorcycling New Zealand and the Taupō Motorcycle Club were working with authorities and comments would not be made until investigations were completed, the latter said in a Facebook post yesterday.
“It is with great sadness and regret to inform you all, that there was a serious incident at Taupō motorcycle club today, that resulted in a young rider losing his life.
“We ask that respect be given to the family’s privacy.
“Our sincere thoughts and condolences are with his family and friends at this devastating time.”