Old Bike Australasia

Under the Chequered Flag

Brian Clarkson

The biggest moment of BRIAN CLARKSON’S extensive and varied racing career came in 1971 when he won the inaugural Sunraysia Desert Rally near Mildura.

The event was a new concept for locals, and there were many different approaches taken by competitors. Clarkson’s approach was simply pull on his faded yellow Husqvarna jersey, strap a gallon of petrol to the top of the forks, and go for it. The win was a touch fortunate after

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