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CB500s at 2026 Cookstown 100

CB500s at 2026 Cookstown 100 : Honda CB500s are officially permitted to race and will run within the Lightweight Supersport (LWSS) class at this year’s Cookstown 100.

By TomBoyNI

CB500s at 2026 Cookstown 100 :

CB500 Hondas, a favourite at mainland events, are now cleared to compete in the LWSS class at MCUI(UC) events and will appear at the Bear Competitions Cookstown 100 Road Races. Pictured: 109-time road race winner Barry Davidson (alongside Philip McCallen and Ray McCullough) tearing up the East Fortune circuit on his CB500 Honda.
CB500 Hondas, a favourite at mainland events, are now cleared to compete in the LWSS class at MCUI(UC) events and will appear at the Bear Competitions Cookstown 100 Road Races. Pictured: 109-time road race winner Barry Davidson (alongside Philip McCallen and Ray McCullough) tearing up the East Fortune circuit on his CB500 Honda.

Throttle wide open; CB500 Hondas roar into action at Bear Competitions Cookstown 100 road races.

A question that I have been asked on a number of occasions is, are ‘CB500 Hondas’ allowed to compete at the Bear Competitions Cookstown 100 Road Races? The answer is a resounding YES! CB500 Hondas are officially permitted to race and will run within the Lightweight Supersport (LWSS) class. 

This is a great opportunity for CB500 owners and riders to experience the pleasure of road racing at one of Ireland’s most exciting events. We are actively encouraging anyone with a CB500 Honda who is interested in competing to submit their entry for the Cookstown 100. Whether you’re an experienced racer or inexperienced with the roads, this is your chance to join this legendary event. Don’t miss out on the chance to line up on the grid and showcase what the CB500 can do on the roads!

Entries and regulations can be downloaded here: https://www.cookstown100.org/index.php/forms/category/44-2026-entry-reg-forms. The closing date for entries is Saturday, 21st March 2026. Secure your spot and help make this year’s event a true celebration of two-stroke racing! Any Newcomer to the event will also receive a 25% discount on their race entry!

The Cookstown 100 Road Races is a ‘Closed Event’, and admission is via Wristband only. Secure your spot with our fantastic online packages for race enthusiasts at just £25.00. Want to take it to the next level? Our exclusive VIP Packages, only £75.00, grant you access to the VIP area in the heart of the paddock, where you’ll catch every electrifying moment from the grid to the podium. VIP guests are treated to delicious hot food and refreshing drinks throughout the event, so you can stay fueled as you cheer on your heroes. Reserve your packages now via PayPal ([email protected]—select the friend’s option), and be sure to include your name, address, email, and the number of packages you want in the ‘NOTES SECTION.’ **This is the event you simply can’t afford to miss!**


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