Vic Eastwood - R.I.P

Posted on December 06, 2019

The ACU sent out this press release today about the passing of British motocross legend Vic Eastwood. Numerous Motocross des Nations victories and one of the World's best riders in the 1960s, MXlarge would also like to send out their condolences to the Eastwood family.

ACU Press release

ACU are saddened to learn of the passing of British Motocross rider Vic Eastwood on Sunday 1st December. Vic was one of the greats of British scrambling/motocross during the 60’s and was part of the Team GB winning team at the 1965/66 and 67 Motocross Des Nations.

1965 saw Vic claim his highest finish in the World 500cc Motocross Championship in 4th place on the Works BSA, while in 1968 Vic claimed victory in the 500cc British Grand Prix at Farleigh Castle.

Vic will be sorely missed by many and the ACU wishes to offer it condolences to his wife Ann, sons Mark and Scott, and all his family and friends at this difficult time.