MX1 rider Steven Lenoir has passed away

Steven Lenoir, a former British motocross champion, has died following a crash during a qualifying session in France yesterday.

The French HR Kawasaki MX1 rider was preparing for a race at the Flanders Motocross Championship when the accident occurred.

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A press release from Kawasaki reads, “The accident happened during a qualifying session at a round of the Flanders Motocross Championship in France. Despite the best efforts by emergency services, Steven sadly succumbed to his injuries. Everyone at Kawasaki sends their sincere condolences to the family and friends of Steven at this incredibly sad time.”

There has been an outpouring of support from riders including Neil Hodgson, Leon Haslam and the Lowes brothers. World champion Downhill MTB rider Danny Hart has also expressed his sadness at the loss.

Words again can’t describe how guttered it is hearing @lenoirsteven has died riding his mx bike . Such a Nice guy. RIP #fenchie

— leon haslam (@realleonhaslam) June 5, 2017

Really sad to hear the news about @lenoirsteven #frenchie one off the training gang from @kfgfitness RIP mate:(

— Neil Hodgson (@NeilHodgson100) June 6, 2017

Gutted to hear the news @lenoirsteven …. gave it all on track and a pleasure to know and train with in the gym. Shit news. #frenchie #RIP

— Sam Lowes (@SamLowes22) June 5, 2017

RIP @lenoirsteven such a sad loss again! To many people taken from us this year!

— Danny Hart (@DannyHart1) June 5, 2017

Absolutely gutted, always gave everything he had on and off the track RIP mate @lenoirsteven thoughts with family and friends #685 #frenchie

— Alex Lowes (@alexlowes22) June 5, 2017

MCN joins the wider motorcycling community in sending our deepest sympathies to Steven’s family and friends at this sad time. 

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