Bradley Smith (born 1 July 1987) is an Australian entrepreneur and former

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rider, who founded the motocross brand “Braaap”. In 2010 he was named

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for

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, Australian Young Entrepreneur of the year and International Young Entrepreneur of the year runner up. In 2008 Smith launched the first Braaap store, a

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in Australia. Braaap expanded to a total of four retail outlets across

and Victoria.

Personal life

Smith was born in Launceston,

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Braaap

The first Braaap store opened in Launceston in 2005 with additional Tasmanian stores in

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and Devonport. Another store of his opened in Frankston, Victoria. Braaap motorcycles were manufactured in

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. The motorcycles were assembled locally in Braaap stores. Closure of Braaap retail outlets began with Devonport in June 2013, Hobart in July 2017, and Launceston in January 2018. Braaap Motorcycles Pty Ltd was ordered into liquidation by the NSW Supreme Court on August 7, owing 121 unsecured creditors at least $1.074million.

Australian Superlite Champion

In June 2010, Smith was placed as the highest ranking Australian at the World Mini SX Championships in

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. After the 2010 World finals he finished in 11th place, competing against full-time professional riders from around the world.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Smith, Brad 1987 births Living people People from Launceston, Tasmania Australian motivational speakers Australian company founders Australian motocross riders Motorcycling people Motorcycle designers