After breaking the Guinness World Record for the fastest speed being dragged behind a motorcycle last year, JD Stunts and Kawasaki UK have teamed up once more to take on two more records. Riding a modified Ninja ZX-10R, JD will be aiming to first break 135mph while performing a “highchair” wheelie. He will then attempt to set a new record of 160mph while facing the wrong way!
Already a multiple Guinness World Record holder, British rider Jonny Davies, AKA JD Stunts, and Kawasaki UK have enjoyed a strong partnership over the last few years. The County-Durham rider uses a modified Ninja ZX-6R as part of his regular stunt show, while the supercharged Ninja H2 SX was the machine of choice for his record-breaking 159.52mph run while skiing behind the bike.
Now, JD has turned his attention to breaking two further world records. The first will be breaking the record for the fastest “highchair” wheelie. This stunt involves wheelieing the bike while placing both feet over the handlebars and sitting on the tank, and currently sits at 125mph. Having previously held the record and recording 122mph in unofficial practice in 2020, JD will be looking to break the barrier by a significant margin now that he is riding a more powerful and modified Ninja ZX-10R. The bike has had its fairings removed, features a rear hand-operated brake, adjustable high-rise clip-ons, and an electronic, bar-mounted gear shifter. JD has also modified the tank so he can sit more securely during the wheelie attempt.
Using the same bike, JD will also attempt to break a second world record for the fastest speed while riding backwards. The current record stands at 151.7mph and was set back in 2002; he aims to utilise the 197 bhp Ninja to push the barrier past 160mph.
Both Guinness World Record attempts are again going to be happening at Elvington Airfield, the scene of last year’s impressive feat, and are scheduled for September 20th and 21st.
Jonny Davies:
“I’m really pleased to be teaming up with Kawasaki once more for these two world record attempts. Last year’s success was great, and I’m sure using the modified Ninja ZX-10R will help us achieve the wheelie and backwards challenges! I have had two top speed practice days ahead of my first official attempt, the ZX-10R is a bit of a beast and I’m very excited for next month!”
Ross Burridge, Head of Marketing & Racing Department at Kawasaki Motors UK:
“It’s brilliant to see JD using Kawasaki power once more for his two Guinness World Record attempts. The Ninja ZX-10R has proven itself a formidable weapon on the track, and now it’s exciting to see it being used in these attempts. We’re all looking forward to seeing what Jonny can do next month!”
