Trackday tragedy as No Limits announce a motorcyclist has been killed in an incident at Lydden Hill

Published: 08 May 2024

No Limits Trackdays have announced a motorcyclist in his 50s passed away at an event on May 4, 2024.

Stuart Donnelly, an Australian father of four was reportedly involved in “an unfortunate and uncommon incident” at a trackday held at Lydden Hill whilst riding his Kawasaki ZX-10R, according to the event organiser.

An investigation is currently underway with Kent Constabulary. Witnesses are being urged to come forward although no other riders are thought to have been involved in the incident.

Donnelly’s family have established a fundraiser to assist with funeral expenses, as well as the cost of flying three of his daughters over to the UK from Australia. Visit gofund.me/35c24d3f to donate now.

By Nye Davis

MCN Content Writer, dog dad and motorcycle adventurer - After gaining experience in various technical roles within the motorcycle trade, I joined Motorcycle News as a Content Writer in 2024. My passion for motorcycles began early, growing up in a bike-enthusiast family. My youth was spent riding trails, motocross, and briefly road racing. At 19, after earning my A2 license, I discovered a love for touring, completing the NC500 in Scotland shortly after. Driven by a thirst for adventure, I undertook a ride from the UK to Azerbaijan and back, traversing Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. More recently, I undertook a 20,000km journey from the UK to South Africa along Africa’s west coast.

Lydden Hill from above