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John van den Berk

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John van den Berk
NationalityDutch
Born1967 (age 56–57)
Oss, Netherlands
Motocross career
Years active1984 - 1995
TeamsYamaha
Championships125cc - 1987
250cc - 1988
Wins6

John van den Berk (born 1967 in Oss) is a Dutch former professional motocross racer and riding instructor. He competed in the Motocross World Championships from 1984 to 1995. Van den Berk is notable for being a two-time FIM motocross world champion.

Biography

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He was the 1987 FIM 125cc motocross world champion riding a Yamaha. The following year he moved to the 250cc class where he again won the world championship, also on a Yamaha.[1] Currently, he is the head coach of the Royal Dutch Motorcyclist Federation, and is the organizer of various motocross training courses in Europe.

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