January 2023 - TBNI.Blog - The Official TBNI.Blog

Northern Ireland Motorcycle Plus Show : 4-5 February 2023

February 6, 2023January 31, 2023 by TomBoyNI

Northern Ireland Motorcycle Plus Show : 4-5 February 2023

Northern Ireland’s Motorcycle show returns for the first time in four years on February 4-5, 2023, at the Eikon Centre in Lisburn, hosted by 360 Events in what promises to be a packed weekend for fans of motorsport.

Planned as a curtain raiser for the start of the motorcycling season for the year ahead the show will attract fans of both on and off road competitions as well as bike enthusiasts across the country.

360 Events, a new group of motorcycling and motorsport enthusiasts and volunteers with many years’ experience as competitors and officials in all branches of the sport, are pleased to be re-launching the Northern Ireland Motorcycle Plus Show, according to Kenny Gardner of the organisation.

“We believe that after four years’ absence the public are ready for a winter Motorcycle Show once again to ‘launch’ their year in the great pastimes of motorcycling & motorsport, whether racing, touring or just enjoying riding bikes,” he said.

“The Motorcycle Plus Show is a great meeting place in the winter to plan your summer months ahead.

“We are delighted to be working with the Eikon Centre on our first show.

2023 Road Racing Insurance Crisis

January 30, 2023 by TomBoyNI

2023 Road Racing Insurance Crisis

The Facts :

The harsh reality is that road racing (both Irish / Northern Irish events) are facing an insurance crisis.
Without insurance there will be no racing.
The previous cost of insurance was expensive, but the current costs anticipated for 2023 are so expensive they are –currently– likely to be unaffordable.
The risks involved in paying for insurance now need weighed up by the Clubs. Can they afford it, and if so what happens in the case of poor weather, poor spectator attendance, and poor spectator programme / ticket purchases – when these things are considered are the risks still worth it?
Trials events have already been cancelled in Ireland.
No insurance is currently in place for MCI or MCI(UC) events – however negotiations are ongoing.
Brexit has affected MCI Insurance options. Previously UK Insurers were used for MCI events, however this now has to be sought through European Insurers.

No official comment has been made by the MCI or MCI(UC) however the skuttlebutt is that the latest quote for insurance has seen an increase in 300% from last year’s premium.

The Good News :

The Cookstown Club have made a comment, and at the time of writing are the only Club to have done so.

The remain positive for a 2023 event however do recognise the current situation and the risks that are currently hanging over motorcycling as a sport.

The have made these comments through a post on their official Facebook Page.

The full statement is available below.

2023 Classic Bike Festival Ireland

January 16, 2023 by TomBoyNI

2023 Classic Bike Festival Ireland :

In 2018 The Revival Racing Motorcycle Club was founded when Phillip McCallen and Robin Titterington decided to turn their shared interests into an official Motorcycle Club. After a couple of quick meetings, we were on our way to creating something extraordinary – The Classic Bike Festival Ireland.
https://www.classicbikefestireland.com

Ken Block : 1967 – 2023

January 3, 2023 by TomBoyNI

Ken Block : 1967 – 2023

Ken Block has died following a snow mobile accident.

Ken Block was an absolute inspiration to many, his Gymkhana videos blew the minds of car enthusiasts all over the world. Couple this with his other exploits and you have a motorsport legend, one sadly taken far too soon.

Thoughts and prayers are will his family and friends.

Rest in Peace Ken Block.

The Facts :

The Good News :

Disclosure :