Tim Rattray
AUCKLAND DIRECTOR
Growing up in a small town, Tim spent his days tearing around on farm bikes and working after school to save up for his first road bike at just 15 - the mighty GN250.
Fast forward 40 years and Tim’s two-wheeled adventures have taken him across Europe, the USA, Africa, India, Australia, and most recently Japan — joined by a wonderful crew of six DOC friends.
After a few years of track days and coaching, he dabbled in club racing with the AMCC and VMCC, the Suzuki International Series, and rode the last couple of NZSBK Nationals in the Pro-Twin class (he’s a sucker for a V-Twin!).
He first caught the Ducati bug nearly 15 years ago while renting a Monster in Australia, and has been hooked ever since — owning a Monster 1100 EVO, 899 & 1299 Panigales, and a V2 Streetfighter.
Next month, Tim takes delivery of his new 2025 V4S Streetfighter from Cyclespot — and he’s already counting down the days to some epic summer rides and good times with new and existing DOC friends.
Rich Wheeler
AUCKLAND DIRECTOR
Richard’s first bike was a Puch Maxi, which he rode to school at age 16.
In later years, he learned to ride dirt bikes while mustering cattle in the Aussie outback - sparking a love of riding that carried on for many years around New Zealand’s muddy tracks.
Richard’s foray into road riding began about 15 years ago on Honda Hornets, a Triumph Speed Four, and a Fazer 600, before joining the Ducati family on a Monster 696.
He’s honed his skills with rider training and coaching over the years and enjoys the odd track day.
Memorable Ducati moments include riding a Scrambler around Italy, visiting the Ducati factory, and experiencing the Italian MotoGP.
Recently back from the Japanese MotoGP, and riding around Japan with DOC friends.
Rich is looking forward to seeing you all on the road for some great rides this summer. He’s the one on the green V2 Streetfighter!
Sue & Roger Pereira
WAIKATO DIRECTORS
Not one to talk about himself… much… Roger started his love affair with motorbikes at the tender age of 18, and has never looked back.
His dream of owning a Ducati came true when he ordered a 1991 907ie from Bob Haldane’s, which he still owns today.
After Roger met Sue in New Plymouth back in 2009, the couple were “made” when she also loved “the duck”. Since then, there is nowhere the 907 would go without Sue.
Now, the couple enjoys almost every weekend out on the road.
Join Sue and Roger as they host rides around the Waikato, and the DOCNZ club night
Adam Reis
BAY OF PLENTY MEETING DIRECTOR
Originally from the Netherlands, Adam got into riding at the age of 18.
When he went to take his motorcycle licence test, the examiner asked him if he was "going to pass this time around" but forgot that he had already passed his car licence two months earlier. Classic mistake?!
Adam passed with flying colours although riding in The Netherlands wasn't quite as exciting as he thought it would be. There were no hills or winding roads!
Fast forward to 2011 when Adam moved to NZ! Now he explores off the beaten track and discovers new roads, hitting the occasional gravel and dirt.
Adam is looking forward to welcoming you at the monthly DOCNZ Bay of Plenty club meeting
John Rowe
BAY OF PLENTY RIDE DIRECTOR
John's passion for motorbikes ignited when he and his younger brother received a True Test type minibike for Christmas at about age 12. After that, two wheels without a motor were never going to cut it.
Securing his bike license at 15, John has owned bikes ranging from a CZ175 Trail to a Trophy 1200. His Ducati ownership journey began when Adam and Liat Reis became his new next-door neighbours.
Now John is looking forward to connecting fellow Ducatisti on rides around the greater Tauranga, Rotorua, and Whakatane regions.
Corinne & Martin
TARANAKI DIRECTORS
Martin and Corinne are long-time bike riders (started very young!). Now living in rural Taranaki, they both have Hypermotards; Martin on the air-cooled 1100 EVO SP and Corinne on the 950 SP. Perfect for the local roads!
They independently moved to NZ from Germany (Martin) and England (Corinne). Chatting in the pub after work, they discovered their shared love of motorbikes. Martin once said he loves to ride naked bikes but mixed up the last two words. It was a translation gone wrong - and the beginning of their Ducati journey.
After admiring Ducatis for years, both sold their MV Agustas and bought Ducatis in 2021, finally realising what they had missed out on for so long.
Juggling work, home renovation, fishing, Great Danes, and Ducatis is tricky, so why not take on the Taranaki DOCNZ job too!
They’re looking forward meeting more DOCNZer's while running events and helping out whoever needs it!
Photo of Martin coming soon...
Dave Fryer
MANAWATU DIRECTOR
CROWNED 2024 GOOD BUGGER OF THE YEAR - Dave aka Tuck (as in Robin Hood's, Friar-Tuck), started riding in 1991 on a Suzuki GSX250. Another keen bean who got the all-important Motorcycle license before car license. We love your priorities, Dave!
Nowadays, Dave can be found riding his dream bike, the Ducati Supersport. Drawing on his geographical knowledge of the region from his cycling days, the Supersport is the perfect bike for carving through the back roads to the coffee shops - he’s always up for a ride and a yarn over a coffee.
Join Dave at the Manawatu club night or any of the great scenic rides in the area. Including the classic Gentle Annie, from Taihape to Napier, or the Para Para’s and the Martinborough loop...
Donna O'Brien
HAWKES BAY
Donna has been riding dirt bikes for over 20 years and took up road riding about eight years ago. Her passion for two wheels began with off-road adventures, but once she got on the road, there was no turning back.
While her first road bike will remain unmentioned, every bike since has been a Ducati, starting with a classic red Monster 691 and now her current pride and joy, a sleek gunmetal grey Monster 937. Donna loves exploring and finding new open roads in Hawke’s Bay and beyond, and still enjoys hitting the dirt whenever she can, often it’s alongside her 10-year-old son, who’s been riding with her since he was two. Her three-year-old daughter is already showing signs of following in their tyre tracks.
Donna’s journey into the Ducati family has been one of passion, community, and a bit of throttle therapy. Joining the DOCNZ leadership team is her first time holding a role of this kind, but she’s eager to bring her enthusiasm and love for the brand to help spark more rides and events across the beautiful Hawke’s Bay region.
She’s excited to get more riders together, more engines revving, and more memories made — one Ducati adventure at a time.
Wayne Robinson
WELLINGTON
There’s nothing like a mid-life crisis to kick off your bike journey.
Hitting 50 was Wayne’s catalyst to getting his motorbike license. He tells me his brother always had bikes, and he always meant to get around to it, and back in 2020 he did.
First bike was a Triumph Street Triple 660, then onto a V4 Streetfighter, and now riding a V4 Multi. Favourite ride area is South Wairarapa, and more specifically, a wee blast over the Remutaka’s then Western Lake road with a stop at Land Girl for a coffee and breakfast bagel and a yarn with mates.
Since joining the club back in 2022, Wayne has become a well-known face at Wellington Club events, NDR and Turismo, and is a recent convert to Cold Kiwi. Sometimes mistaken for being GJ’s not so attractive brother or mini-me but we won’t hold that against him.
Recently returned from touring across Mongolia on a 49cc bike! Read about it HERE!
Wayne tells me he loves being part of the club, has made some great friends along the way, and long may it continue as Wellington Director!
