08/03/2025
First up we'd like to introduce you to Lilly Rhodes our newest rider to join the team.
1. Who inspired you to get into motorcycle racing.
My Dad inspired me to get into racing. He has always had bikes, and I have grown up around them.
2. At what age did you first become interested in motorcycle racing.
When I was five, I would ride around in my Grandma's fields on an automatic bike. I also went to the odd mx' track every now and then, but I wasn't really that interested until tarmac racing became an option. My dad had raced in a British Supermoto Championship and in 2022 they created a Bambino class which was perfect for a beginner like my 11-year-old self. This class really sparked my interest in racing.
3. Who is your most inspirational female role model from the motorsports sector.
My role model is definitely Chloe Jones. After listening to her on a podcast and on YouTube and learning about her progress I was really amazed at everything she has already achieved.
4. How does it feel racing in a prominently male sector.
Racing bikes as a girl I never really thought about it that much. Sometimes I feel guilty that I get more recognition than boys that are doing better than me simply because I am a girl, but I am grateful for all the support I get though. Another thing I experience is whenever I do bad at a race meeting, I feel I'm letting women down because I'm representing such a small group of people, and it might reinforce that stereotype that 'women are slow'. I feel like I face more judgement for maybe not doing as well then, the boys do sometimes. I'm not sure if people actually think that but it's always in the back of my mind that I need to prove people wrong.
5. What is your favorite part about working with Wilson Racing.
Recently I joined the Wilson team. I haven't been here very long, but everyone is really nice and welcoming. My favourite part of being in the team is all of the support you get to help you improve yourself and the honesty of where and how you can improve.
6. Do you ever wish to learn the mechanical side of racing.
I have been wanting to learn about the mechanical side of motorsport for a while and I like to ask if can help when my Dad is working on my bike. This year I am going to try to understand the mechanics of my bikes in more detail, which will help to make me a stronger rider.
7. What is your message to any other young women looking to get into the motorcycle racing industry.
My message to any young women who want to get into the industry would probably be to have good connections and to make friends with people who are already involved in motorsport. Most of them are really nice and will help you where they can. Going to watch racing like BSB is good, but even smaller events and club meetings would be a start as you could get to know people more personally and start to learn things that you need to know. It is never too late to start, even if you feel like you're behind. Because being faster than other people doesn't matter it's more about improving yourself and being better than you were every single time you get on your bike.
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