Torleif Hansen

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Torleif Hansen
Torleif Hansen Circuit Vallès 1978
Torleif Hansen at the 1978 Spanish Grand Prix
NationalitySwedish
Born5 October 1948 (1948-10-05) (age 73)
Upplands Väsby, Sweden
Motocross career
Years active1970 - 1983
TeamsHusqvarna, Kawasaki, Yamaha
Wins10

Torleif Hansen (born 5 October 1948) is a Swedish former professional motocross racer.[1] He competed in the Motocross World Championships from 1970 to 1983.

Biography[]

Born in Upplands Väsby, Sweden, Hansen was one of the top riders in the Motocross Grand Prix World Championships during the 1970s.[1] He competed in the FIM Motocross World Championships from 1970 to 1983. His best season was in 1978 when, as a member of the Kawasaki factory racing team, he finished second to Guennady Moisseev in the 250cc motocross world championships.[2][3]

References[]

  1. ^ a b "Heavenly High". husqvarna-motorcycles.com. Retrieved 2016-02-28.
  2. ^ "1978 250cc motocross world championship final standings". memotocross.fr. Retrieved 6 February 2016.
  3. ^ "Torleif Hansen profile". bestsports.com.br. Retrieved 6 February 2016.


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