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John McKenzie

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Nation USA
Team M13 Moto
Bike / Class Detail Yamaha YZF-R7
Home Club CMRA
Segment Name Twins Cup
Date of Birth April 7, 1978
Hometown Austin, TX

Physical Stats

Height 5' 7"
Weight 165 lbs
Eye Color Blue
Hair Color Sandy
John McKenzie
John McKenzie

Rider Stats

0 Championships
0 Wins
0 Podiums
0 Poles
0 Points

Biography

John McKenzie returns to the MotoAmerica Twins Cup grid for 2026, once again piloting the M13 Moto Yamaha R7. A consistent competitor, McKenzie’s 2025 campaign was highlighted by a points-scoring performance at The Ridge Motorsports Park, where he secured a hard-fought 13th-place finish. Ending the year ranked 32nd nationally, John brings valuable seat time and technical familiarity with the Yamaha platform into the new season, aiming to climb the championship standings.

Little Known Fact: Calls Daytona and Laguna Seca his favorite tracks. Valentino Rossi and fellow Texan Colin Edwards were his favorite riders when he got into the sport. John is a software engineer. Started riding when he was 8 when his dad bought him a Honda 80.

Career Highlights:
2025 – Raced MotoAmerica Twins Cup and scored championship points with a 13th-place finish at The Ridge. Ranked 32nd in Twins Cup. Raced an M13 Moto Yamaha R7.