Queensland hosts the Scooter HQ Six Hour Endurance Race Following on from the popular Le Minz 24 Hour Scooter Race, Queensland is soon to host a shorter version of the ever popular endurance race, with the Scooter HQ Six Hour, taking place at Ipswich Go Cart Track on the evening of December 15.

Up to 25 scooter riders are confirmed to race between 5:20pm and 11:30pm, with three entry classes participating.  Classes include the Scooter Stock of 50cc scooters with restriction devices removed, the Super Scooter of 50cc scooters with controlled modifications, and the Mega Scooter including controlled modifications with big bore kits up to 70cc.

The track is arguably Australia's premier karting track, being a dedicated race track it has inbuilt safety with plenty of run off.  A maximum of three riders are permitted per scooter and scooters can only refuel during the compulsory break every two hours.

Scooter manufacturer Vmoto considers their chances of winning the Scooter HQ Six Hour high, with their bike entry of choice being the Vmoto Matrix 50cc, which won its class at the Le Minz 24 Hour Scooter Race.

Commenting on the team's chances Vmoto team manager, Tanywn Travers said, "The Scooter HQ Six Hour gives Vmoto a chance to show the public that our Scooters can be ridden by anyone in a fun or competitive environment, with guaranteed reliability to always go the distance.

"Powered by a zippy reed valve two stroke 50cc engine, the Matrix delivers unparalleled performance, while the hydraulic suspension and disk front brake provide for enhanced handling and a smooth ride."

Other manufacturers looking to take on Vmoto in the Scooter HQ six Hour include Arqin, TGB, Yamaha, Peugeot, Aprilia, Bug and Daelim.  

The rules of each class have been formulated to keep the cost of scooter racing very low while the sport is in its infancy, yet the event is to cater to the masses and promises to be entertaining to watch.  Entry to the public is by gold coin donation which will be provided to charities within the area.