Steven Clarke is looking to win for Motul Pirelli Suzuki. Image: Alex Gobert.

Team Motul Pirelli Suzuki’s Pro Lites contender Steven Clarke isn’t ruling out his title hopes in Monster Energy Super X despite the early season form of runaway leader Matt Moss.

The 21-year-old British rider earned his first podium of the season aboard the RM-Z250 in Wollongong last weekend, finishing second following a consistent performance main event.

Clarke now sits fourth in the standings and was pleased with his performance in what were ultra-tough conditions. Earlier in his dry heat race, Clarke finished a solid second to prove his form, rain, hail or shine.

“I got out to a pretty good start and rode a smart race to pick up some valuable points,” Clarke said. “I’m still in contention for the title, which is quite good, because anything can happen and probably will happen before the end of the series.”

Clarke was confirmed for the team late in the pre-season, training with Pro Open series leader Dan McCoy in the lead-up to this weekend’s Campbelltown round.

“The whole team has had the bike set up for me really well since I got here and it’s great to ride,” Clarke added. “I’m getting more and more comfortable every time I ride it, so there’s more to come.

“I want to win races and I feel that’s coming soon. I’ll train with McCoy this week and aim for that top step next week.”