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Malcolm Smith, 1941-2024 M alcolm Smith, the illustrious figure whose name became synonymous with off-road motorcycling, passed away peacefully at his home in Riverside, California, on Tuesday, November 26. He was 83 years old. The cause of his death was complications from Parkinson's disease, a battle he fought for over two decades. He is survived by his wife, Joyce; daughters Louise and Ashley; sons Joel and Alexander; granddaughters Evie, Adeline, Amelie, Miley and Claire; and grandsons Ethan, Malcolm and Conrad. He recently welcomed his newest grand - children, Malcolm, Conrad and Claire, and was thrilled to watch his grand- daughters learn to ride motorcycles. Malcolm Smith Motorsports said the following in a release: During his 83 years, Smith did it all: Rider. Racer. ISDT gold medalist. Shop tech. Service manager. Repair shop owner. Aftermar - ket distributor. Retail store owner. Actor. Sponsor. Philanthropist. Pro-motorcycling advocate. Father. Grandfather. Friend. And much more. But over and above all that, Malcolm Smith was an everyman's motorcyclist, an enthusiastic, fun-loving, driven and talented example of what motorcycling could do and be for the everyday enthusias, and how the sport could affect our lives in unimaginable ways. Funeral and memorial services are pending. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to Malcolm's favorite charity, the Malcolm Smith Motorsports Foundation, which supports the children of Baja. More than a decade ago, Malcolm Smith wrote these words for the final chapter of his acclaimed 2015 autobiography: "It all started for me on March 9, 1941, in a small rural hospital in the village of Ganges, on Salt Spring Island, British Columbia, Canada... Where it will end, no one knows. But you can be sure I'm going to enjoy every minute I have left, with a smile on my face, and my family nearby. Can't ask for more than that." You can't, and he didn't... and the world's motorcycling fans are better for it. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Malcolm Smith Motorsports Foundation, supporting the children of Baja. See page 56 for more about Smith and his legacy. CN WIND IN THE P24 The legendary Malcolm Smith passed away at the age of 83. PHOTO: KINNEY JONES