Motorcycle Road Racing

Motorcycling Ireland Update on Insurance (07/08/2023) :

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Motorcycling Ireland Update on Insurance (07/08/2023) :

Motorcycling Ireland

Motorcycling Ireland have issued a statement in relation to the ongoing insurance issues plaguing motorcycling events in Ireland.

Update on Insurance 7-08-2023 for immediate release.

Motorcycling Ireland can now announce that we have set up a sub-committee within the new board of management, who’s main goal is to obtain insurance for MCI, its officials, events and
competitors.

On the 2nd August 2023, the new sub committee, consisting of Daire Lowe, Nick Craigie, Graham Sheehan, Paul Power and Alex Sinclair (expert), held their first meeting to evaluate the insurance
situation and what the next steps should be to progress with this issue.

Regarding our priorities

  • MCI’s main priority is to gain insurance to cover all of our disciplines.
  • If a situation arises where the only option is to cover some of our disciplines, all options will be discussed and we will continue as a unified union.

Regarding our current situation

  • Time must be taken for the new committee to locate and familiarise themselves with all
    documentation from the previous management, of the insurance situation to date.
  • All previous documentation must be reviewed including emails, letters, paper documents, and other correspondences.
  • Claims history to be extended to the past 20 years and reviewed by the sub committee.
  • All committee members now feel like they have a better understanding of the difficulty facing the centre, and remain committed to moving forward as soon as possible.
  • The sub committee will now move forward with proceeding, and aim to conclude its report on or before 31-10-2023. Further action will be announced at that time.

Regarding communication

  • New website is currently under construction along with social media which will soon be the
    official platform for all new information coming directly from Motorcycling Ireland.

Regards,

David McCann
President Motorcycling Ireland

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Manx Grand Prix Visitors Guide : (Updated for 2025) – incorporating the Classic TT Schedule.

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Manx Grand Prix Visitors Guide : (Updated for 2025)

TBNI.Blog have compiled the most useful and popular posts in relation to the Manx Grand Prix in order to bring you a basic MGP Visitor’s Guide. Hopefully this guide will give you an idea and some knowledge of the course, as well as scheduled race times and other useful information.

Manx Grand Prix Start Line

History :

The race began in 1923, as a replacement if the TT Races were moved off the Island. Started by the Manx Motorcycle Club, the race was originally named the ‘Amateur TT’ and used the TT Mountain Course over 5 laps. Raced by non professionals, but the term ‘Amateur’ really meant that the rider and stock machine had no manufacture support or reward. The first race had 33 entries each playing an entry fee less then a quarter the price for the TT. The winner of the Seniors Race received a trophy donated by the Mayor of Douglas, Ald. A.B. Crookall, MHK. This trophy is still presented to the winner today. The Motor Cycle Club donated the trophy for the 350cc. 

Regulation changes in 1925 allowed any machine type to compete in the races. Donated the same year was the York Trophy awarded for outstanding merit. The Amateur TT was renamed to the Manx Grand Prix in 1930 and from then on it would only take competitors domiciled in the British Isles, which had not taken part in other international races. In 1967, the Manx Grand Prix became a National event, but it would not get a race of its own till 1999. 

Manx Grand Prix Course :

The event will be held on the Isle of Man TT Mountain Circuit, which is 60.70km (37.73 miles) in length, on highways, which are closed to the public during practice and race periods. The ACU Course Licence Number is TT001.

Learn more about the TT Mountain Circuit here :

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Manx Grand Prix Prizes : (Updated for 2024)

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Manx Grand Prix Prizes : (Updated for 2024)

The Manx Grand Prix generally runs in August annually and features many of the competitors from the TT Event. It also features a much more diverse bike range and offers a path for new comers to get themselves a step closer to racing at the TT Event.

Stephen Smith with the 2022 Manx Grand Prix Trophy

History :

The race began in 1923, as a replacement if the TT Races were moved off the Island. Started by the Manx Motorcycle Club, the race was originally named the ‘Amateur TT’ and used the TT Mountain Course over 5 laps. Raced by non professionals, but the term ‘Amateur’ really meant that the rider and stock machine had no manufacture support or reward. The first race had 33 entries each playing an entry fee less then a quarter the price for the TT. The winner of the Seniors Race received a trophy donated by the Mayor of Douglas, Ald. A.B. Crookall, MHK. This trophy is still presented to the winner today. The Motor Cycle Club donated the trophy for the 350cc. 

Regulation changes in 1925 allowed any machine type to compete in the races. Donated the same year was the York Trophy awarded for outstanding merit. The Amateur TT was renamed to the Manx Grand Prix in 1930 and from then on it would only take competitors domiciled in the British Isles, which had not taken part in other international races. In 1967, the Manx Grand Prix became a National event, but it would not get a race of its own till 1999. 

The Manx Grand Prix isn’t contested for the money. It may be a stepping stone to the TT however as an event it is full of history and prestige. The 2023 event marks the Centenary of the Manx Grand Prix and it is globally recognised as a pure road racing standalone event.

There are a number of prizes and trophies up for grabs between the competitors and teams…

RACE WINNER TROPHIES :

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2023 Manx Grand Prix Schedule

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2023 Manx Grand Prix Schedule :

2023 Manx Grand Prix Banner
2023 Manx Grand Prix Banner

The Schedule for thee 2023 Manx Grand Prix has been released.

Please note that this schedule is subject to change and often does. Be sure to check relevant live updates and social media sites for up to date changes.

These details have also been added to the TBNI.Blog Road Racing Calendar. Details of which can be found here.

QUALIFYING AND RACE SCHEDULE :

QUALIFYING SCHEDULE :

SUNDAY 20 AUGUST :

  • 13:30 : Newcomers speed-controlled laps
  • 13:45 – 15:25 : MGP Senior; Classic Superbike
  • 15:30 – 1705 : MGP Junior; Classic Senior; Lightweight

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Shaun Wynne Retires from Racing

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Shaun Wynne Retires from Racing :

Shaun Wynne Retires from Racing

Shaun Wynne and his instantly recognisable and always immaculate but it lime green 777 bike has announced his retirement from racing.

All the best to Shaun for the future.

The announcement was made on a Facebook Post on 1st August 2023 :

This post is heart-wrenching for me to post, But due to my off at Armoy last weekend I have had to make the correct decision to call it a day with motorbike & track and road racing,

I was hoping to complete one more season before the accident at Armoy it’s the right decision for me my family and my Business,

I have been racing for many many years, I have had and still have met fantastic friends,

I have had so much support from so many over these 20-30 years NG Road racing where it all started and its ended doing my dream of being a Northern & southern Ireland Road racer, which has been just amazing the support both North & south has been mind-blowing I will cherish in my heart forever,every one and all i have meet due to racing , I know a lot will say you be back but I 100 percent know this is the right decision for me,

my body has taken some hits over these long years and needs a Break excuse the pun LOL, LOL,

I like to thank all my Past & present Teams & who all then and up to now have always given me all and more – you all know who you are, ive had some great team mates and had some fantastic battles with fellow racers Track & road ,

ive also lost as all over the years some fellow racers which has and will always be in my thoughts , i dont want to go on to much as this is hard to do , as i will in time put a better write up about my years once i have two hands to type better lol,

i just needed to get this out there as i have had lots of messages about what i will do once recoverys over ,

Time to give more time Tracy Wynne my poor wife who has been and still is my Everthing & Rock & with family & friends and enjoy next chapters in my life ,

Love to all good luck to all Shaun Wynne 7 and 777 Potatoes Spuds xxxxxxxxx signing of

Shaun Wynne Retires from Racing
Shaun Wynne Retires from Racing

Davey Todd Spilts from Milenco by Pagetts

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Davey Todd Spilts from Milenco by Pagetts :

Davey Todd Spilts from Milenco by Pagetts

Davey Todd has confirmed that he and the Milenco by Padgett’s Team have spilt amicably, with the 2023 Armoy Race of Legends being the rider’s last outing for the Team.

The news was broken and confirmed by Davey Todd himself during his vlog.

Davey Todd Spilts from Milenco by Pagetts

“It’s a bit of a sad ending to an era with that being my last ever race that I’ll ride for the Padgett’s team,” Todd said.

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2023 Armoy Results

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2023 Armoy Results :

2023 Armoy Results

The 2023 Armoy Road Races ran over 28th and 29th July 2023.

Friday 28th July 2023 :

Race 1 : Diamond Bar / Mermaid Club Lightweight Supersport and Twinshock Race

Race 1: Lightweight Supersport and Twinshock Race

Race 2 : Hilton Car Sales Supersport Race (1)

Race 2: Hilton Car Sales Supersport Race (1)

Saturday 29th July 2023 :

Race 1 : Ian Hickman / James McKillop Junior Support

Race 1: Ian Hickman / James McKillop Junior Support

Race 2 : Steadplan Sales Classic Superbike

Race 2: Steadplan Sales Classic Superbike

Race 3 : Raymond Hodges TT Racing Moto3/125GP (incl. Moto450 & SS300)

Race 3: Raymond Hodges TT Racing Moto3/125GP (incl. Moto450 & SS300)

Race 4 : Roadside Garage Supersport Race 2

Race 4: Roadside Garage Supersport Race 2

Race 5 : MJF Builders Junior Classic

Race 5: MJF Builders Junior Classic

Race 6 : Causeway Geotech Open Superbike

Race 6: Causeway Geotech Open Superbike

Race 7 : Faye Stewart Senior Classic

Race 7: Faye Stewart Senior Classic

Race 8 : Armoy Supporters Club / McNAlly & Co Open B

Race 8 : Armoy Supporters Club / McNAlly & Co Open B

Race 9 : EMA Building & Civils Supertwin

Race 9 : EMA Building & Civils Supertwin

Race 10 : Park Electrical Services / Brad Moto Senior Support

Race 10 : Park Electrical Services / Brad Moto Senior Support

Race 11 : Bayview Hotel Race of Legends

Race 11 : Bayview Hotel Race of Legends

The full and detailed results breakdown (as well as timings for every qualifying session) for the 2023 Army Road Races can be found here :

https://www.elaps-timing.com/results2023/armoy2023/armoy2023.html

2023 Armoy Road Racing Photo Galleries :

  • 2023 Armoy Road Races (29/07/2023 – Saturday Race Day) :

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.744912157644548&type=3

(The photos in this gallery are my pics of the day. If you would like an non watermarked copy of any of these please get in touch. Photos can be used freely by any of the riders for their own personal promotion or that of the team. For other licensing enquiries please get in touch.)

  • 2023 Armoy Road Races (29/07/2023 – Saturday Race Day) Gallery 2 :

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.745309004271530&type=3

(These photos in this gallery are ‘seconds’ from the day. Sharpness and focus may not be 100% but they are uploaded to try and cover as much of the field as possible. If you would like an non watermarked copy of any of these please get in touch. Photos can be used freely by any of the riders for their own personal promotion or that of the team. For other licensing enquiries please get in touch.)

Keep up with all the latest News on the AMRRC Official Facebook Page, the Armoy Road Races Twitter Feed and the Official AMRRC Web Page.

As this situation evolves and affects more events TBNI.Blog will endeavour to keep you up to date.

The TBNI Road Racing Calendar will be updated as soon as new information comes to light so make sure you are subscribed to that : https://tbni.blog/road-racing-calendar/

You will also find new information as soon as it is available through the TBNI Facebook Page and TBNI Twitter Feed. 

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Dean Harrison to Leave Dao Racing

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Dean Harrison to Leave Dao Racing :

Dean Harrison on the Dao Racing Kawasaki
Dean Harrison to Leave Dao Racing

Dao Racing and Dean Harrison have issued a joint statements on the end of their contract from 2024.

Good luck to Dean and Dao in whatever comes next and I look forward to seeing both back on the Isle of Man in 2024 with a new team for Dean and a new rider for Dao.

Following a memorable 8 years racing together, BSB and roads rider Dean Harrison and DAO Racing will not be moving into the 2024 season together.

Team Manager Jonny Bagnall:

‘Dean’s contract was due to end at the end of 2023 as part of his two year contract. During negotiations, we haven’t been able to agree on a suitable deal. Therefore we came to this mutual decision on both parties.’

It has been a fantastic 8 years with Dean, we’ve grown together, won together and now it has obviously come to the time for us to go our different ways.
We wish him all the best for the future.’

Dean Harrison, rider:

‘Genuinely this is a sad choice to make, that didn’t come easy. You get close to your team, care about everyone and don’t want to upset anyone.

I don’t call racing a career, I see it as a journey. You go from place to place, you have your ups and your downs, and I’m almost 35 now.

DAO Racing is one of the best teams in the paddock and in some ways I’d be silly to leave it.
I’ve been on the Kawasaki for 8 years now and what Clarissa and Sommai have done for me I’m so grateful for and the opportunities I’ve had.

Thank you to everyone who has been a part of these last 8 years.’

Motorcycling Ireland New Board Announced

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Motorcycling Ireland New Board Announced :

Motorcycling Ireland

Motorcycling Ireland new President Dave McCann has released a statement following the EGM which was held on 19th July 2023.

Hi all, as you may know, the MCI EGM went ahead last week, and a new Board was elected. New President Dave McCann has issued this initial statement, more to follow.

On behalf of the new board of Management of Motorcycling Ireland, I would like to thank all of our affiliated clubs for attending and voting at the EGM last Wednesday the 19th of July.

We thank you for your support and the trust you have shown in us as we move forward together to address the issue’s we all currently face as clubs, competitors, officials, marshals and supporters.

The new board in full is as follows:

President: David McCann

Vice President: Nicky Craigie

Vice President Administration/Company Secretary: Graham Sheehan

Vice President of Finance: Derek Kehoe

Vice President of Coaching/Training: Paul McLoughlin

They join the other members:

Enduro Convenor: Alan Leckie

Motocross Convenor: Ingrid McDonough

Trials Convenor: Brian McLoughlin

Road Race Convenor: Paul Power

Short Circuit Convenor: Daire Lowe

Touring Convenor: Robbie Nolan

Veteran & Vintage Convenor: Derek Dignam

Women in Motorsport Liaison: Nicole Lynch

Company Director: Rebecca Hampshire

Company Director: Frank Blackbyrne

We look forward to working together with all of the disciplines: Tarmac, Off Road, Touring and Vintage & Veteran to promote motorcycling in Ireland.

Obviously, insurance is one of our biggest issues and to that end we have already established communication with the industry and will appoint a sub-committee to manage the difficult task ahead. We will update the clubs again next weekend.

Yours in Sport

David McCann

On behalf of the Board of Management of Motorcycling Ireland

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