THOMAS TONKING

Distribution, Dealer Development & Customer Engagement

THOMAS TONKING

Distribution, Dealer Development & Customer Engagement

Thomas Tonking brings more than two decades of hands-on experience in the motorcycle industry, with extensive exposure to sales, retail, distribution and dealer operations. His experience includes involvement with Ducati at import and distribution level, as well as direct dealer experience with established brands including KTM, Yamaha and Ducati. This gives him a practical understanding of both distributor requirements and the day-to-day realities of running a successful motorcycle dealership.

Thomas has a strong understanding of dealer structures, geographical market requirements, customer demographics and individual dealer capabilities. His established dealer network and industry relationships will be valuable in introducing, positioning and distributing ZX Moto motorcycles across the South African market, ensuring the brand can effectively reach customers and deliver a strong customer experience through existing dealer relationships.

His customer-facing experience includes track days, social riding events, breakfast runs, model launches, test rides and demonstration days, giving him a strong understanding of how motorcycle customers engage with brands and how personal interaction can build lasting relationships and drive sales.

Thomas brings an approachable, relationship-driven and customer-focused style to the ZX Moto operation. His role will focus on leveraging and managing his established dealer network, distribution, customer engagement, demonstrator programmes, test rides and market expansion, helping establish ZX Moto through strong existing dealer relationships, customer connections and an active riding community.

NEIL VAN ASWEGEN

Motorcycle Industry, Importing & Market Development

NEIL VAN ASWEGEN

Motorcycle Industry, Importing & Market Development

Neil van Aswegen brings more than 32 years of experience in the motorcycle industry, with extensive practical knowledge across importing, distribution, dealer development, racing, aftermarket support and market expansion. His career includes experience in developing new motorcycle markets in South Africa, establishing dealer and racing structures, and building the supporting systems required to successfully introduce and grow motorcycle brands.

His expertise extends across international product sourcing, motorcycle-part manufacturing in China, finance and aftermarket arrangements, warranty structures, spares systems and dealer support. Neil has also been involved in assisting with the introduction of CFMOTO into the South African market, providing valuable insight into the challenges and requirements of establishing an international motorcycle brand locally.

For ZX Moto South Africa, Neil brings a broad understanding of the complete motorcycle business ecosystem – from international sourcing and importing through to distribution, dealer support, aftermarket infrastructure and customer requirements. His experience will contribute to developing a practical and sustainable market-entry strategy, while helping ensure that the foundations are in place for the long-term growth of the ZX Moto brand in South Africa.

VASCO BARBOLINI

Technical, Workshop & Motorsport Support.

VASCO BARBOLINI

Technical, Workshop & Motorsport Support.

Vasco Barbolini brings more than 25 years of specialist experience in the motorcycle industry, with an extensive technical background covering motorcycle engineering, workshop management, race preparation, technical diagnostics, franchised motorcycle operations and after-sales support. As a Master Technician, Vasco combines hands-on mechanical expertise with a practical understanding of the standards required to operate a professional motorcycle dealership and workshop.

His experience extends beyond technical repairs, encompassing workshop capability, technician development, service processes, technical problem-solving, quality control and customer support. His involvement in motorcycle servicing and race preparation has provided him with a detailed understanding of motorcycle performance, reliability and the importance of maintaining consistent technical standards. Industry coverage has also highlighted his longstanding involvement in the motorcycle sector and his expertise in servicing, repairs and race preparation.

As part of the ZX Moto South Africa operation, Vasco has been involved in assessing the technical and workshop capabilities of the proposed dealer network, ensuring that selected dealers have the appropriate infrastructure, equipment, skills and service standards required to support the ZX Moto product range.
His responsibilities will form a critical part of establishing a reliable national technical and after-sales support structure for the brand. Detailed procedures covering workshop standards, technical support, technician requirements, diagnostics, servicing, warranty assessment and technical escalation will be documented separately in the ZX Moto South Africa Technical, Workshop & Warranty Manual.