About David Ashby
Lived 1949 – 2015 (aged 65). David Ashby was a British motorcycle racer.
David John Ashby (11 November 1949 – 16 September 2015) was a motorcycle speedway rider from England.
Career Born in Marlborough, England, he rode for Swindon Robins between 1972 and 1978, making 151 appearances, and had spells riding for Peterborough Panthers and Milton Keynes Knights. He retired in 1980.
He died of cancer on 16 September 2015, aged 65.
Family His brother Martin Ashby was a speedway rider. His two sons, Lee and Jamie, rode motocross with their dad, David, acting as mechanic.
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Who was David Ashby?
British motorcycle racer
When was David Ashby born?
David Ashby was born on 11 November 1949 in Marlborough.
When did David Ashby die?
David Ashby died on 16 September 2015.
What was David Ashby's occupation?
David Ashby was a motorcycle racer.
What nationality was David Ashby?
David Ashby was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Ashby (speedway rider)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Ashby. https://biography.guide/david-ashby-motorcycle-racer/
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