Legendary Motojournalist Mark Kariya Needs Our Help

Our friend could use some assistance after suffering a heart attack.

By Andrew Oldar

March 31, 2022

Legendary motojournalist, long-time Dirt Rider contributor, and all-around great guy Mark “Kato” Kariya suffered a heart attack yesterday while shooting a bike test in the high desert of Southern California. Mark was held overnight in the hospital, where surgeons put two stents in his heart. If you can help our friend offset some of his medical costs by donating to the GoFundMe link here and help spread the word, we would highly appreciate it. We’re all here for you, Kato!

Legendary motojournalist Mark Kariya suffered a heart attack while shooting photos for a bike test yesterday and could use some help offsetting medical costs. Please donate to his GoFundMe if you can.Dirt Rider Archives