Nikki Coates

Niki Coates profile

What is your best achievement(s) in the sport?

 Racing against Marc Marquez, lap records Thruxton, Brands Hatch, Donington Park, Race wins at British Championship level.

Who was your biggest influence as you came through the ranks?

 My brother Mark Coates

Best friend in superbikes?

 Glenn Irwin

Who is your favourite sportsman/woman outside of motorcycling and why?

 Steven Gerrard, Im a big Liverpool fan.

What constitutes a successful season in 2025?

 Winning the BMW F900R Cup, my race team achieving success and race wins.

If you weren’t a superbike rider, what job would you be doing?

 Running Motorbike Track Days...living the dream.

Favourite cheat meal?

 Chinese/Thai takeaway

Favourite boxset or TV Show to binge?

 Game of Thrones

You’re on a 12-hour flight – what three films are you definitely watching?

 Rocky, Warrior & Legend

Best holiday destination?

 Thailand