Peter Hickman aims for motorcycle land-speed record in South Africa

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 11:36 AM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Peter Hickman aims for motorcycle land-speed record in South Africa
Summary

Peter Hickman, an eight-time Isle of Man TT champion, is pursuing the title of fastest motorcyclist in the world. He is collaborating with the GreyhoundLSR team to create a custom-built land-speed record motorcycle, targeting speeds exceeding 400 mph. The project's engineering includes precise data reflecting Hickman's physique for optimal aerodynamics. The record attempt will take place at the Hakskeen Pan in South Africa. Other teams, like Ack Attack, are also competing to achieve the same speed milestone.

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  • •Hickman holds the Isle of Man TT lap record at 136 mph.
  • •The record attempt is set for Hakskeen Pan in South Africa.
  • •Hickman joined GreyhoundLSR earlier this year.
  • •The team aims to exceed speeds of 400 mph.
  • •Ack Attack is also targeting the same speed record.
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Peter Hickman definitely has the need, the need, for speed.

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