August 13th, 2026.


KIK ATVs, the Lancashire-based long-standing supporter of the UK’s Quad and ATV scene, is entering a strong team in this year’s 39th edition of the famous Pont de Vaux 12-Hour race.

The KIK team of Ayrton Knowles, Aaron Haslett and Zak Orchard will be gunning for a solid, trouble-free race and aiming for a top finish at the gruelling event that takes place over the weekend of the 21st to 23rd of August in France.

KIK’s head honcho Keith Knowles was a part of a select group of pioneering quad racers back in the early 80s, where, in the first-ever British Quadracing Championship, he was a top runner against tough opposition. Some forty years (plus) later, he’s still an integral part of the quad/ATV scene.

Knowles Senior has built a quad racing machine suitable for the toughest event in Europe that’s ready to give the KIK lads their best shot at the event. This year they will be riding a Handy Racing chassis with a Honda CRF450 engine.

Clearly excited about the prospect of entering the 2026 Pont de Vaux with an exceptional machine and formidable team, Knowles Junior said; “Many, many hours have gone into this build to try and make it the best it can be for the event. And, as we can all agree, it looks phenomenal! If anyone is interested in any Handy Racing products they can buy directly through KIK ATVs. Also, this quad will be for sale after the event if anyone is interested in purchasing it.”

More info at www.kikquads.co.uk