Rider Profile - Shane Byrne
Express Insurance are proud to sponsor World Superbike and
former 2-time British Superbike Champion, Shane 'Shakey' Byrne.
Find our more about the man himself, below.
Rider Profile
| Name |
Shane Daniel Byrne |
| Nickname |
Shakey |
| Date of Birth |
10/12/1976 |
| Height |
5feet 9inches (1 .75m) |
| Weight |
11 stone (70kg) |
| Education |
St Johns High School, Sittingbourne |
Race Number
|
67 |
Championship
|
World Superbikes |
Race Team
|
Althea Racing Ducati Team |
| Hobbies |
Cycling (a lot), Running, Snowboarding, Skiing, Moto-X,
Helicopters, Harley riding |
Favourite Circuit
|
Portimao, Portugal or Brands Hatch, UK |
First Victory
|
Brands Hatch (1st ever race) |
First Bike
|
1970's Yamaha YZ 100 motocross bike |
Most Memorable Moment
|
Winning 2nd BSB title |
Marital Status
|
Engaged - to fiancé Petra |
| Children |
Yes - baby son Zack |
| Car |
BMW 5 Series and Mercedes Vito dualiner van |
Favourite Film
|
Snatch |