Australian double amputee Alan Kempster, who created headlines at the Burt Munro Challenge two years ago, will compete again in November.
Mr Kempster races under the number 1/2 in reference to the fact he only has one arm and one leg - the right ones were ripped off 25 years ago when he was struck by a drunk driver while riding a motorcycle.
The last time he was here, he not only won the hearts of the people and attention of media from throughout New Zealand and overseas, he also won the most coveted of the challenge's trophies - the Munro Family Trophy.
As well as competing in four events during a two-week stay in Southland, he was hoping to squeeze in some public appearances and talks, challenge Honda Street Races organiser Garry Jamieson said.
''Just like the last time, he will tell his story. He is very positive and very excited ... He oozes excitement.''
In 2013, Mr Kempster brought over his own modified 400cc Kawasaki bike, but it was so difficult and cost so much that Southland Honda manager Jeremy Holmes had offered to supply two bikes for him, which would be modified so all the hand and foot controls were on the left side, Mr Jamieson said.
The Burt Munro Challenge began in Invercargill in 2006 on the back of the release of The World's Fastest Indian, the movie about Southland motorcycle racing eccentric Burt Munro, which starred Sir Anthony Hopkins.
It has grown to become the largest mototorcycle rally in New Zealand, with thousands flocking to the city to compete and watch circuit, hill climb, track and street races, as well as racing on the city's Oreti Beach.
This year's challenge will be held from November 26 to 29.
- Janette Gellatly
