2025

Joey 25

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Joey 25 : Saturday 24th May 2025 :

Joey 25

The legacy of the legendary motorcyclist Joey Dunlop will be honoured at a special, free event in Ballymoney on Saturday, May 24, 2025.

The “Joey 25” celebration, commemorating the 25th anniversary of his passing, will take place in his hometown and is organised by the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council. This unique tribute will bring together over 25 motorcycling legends, both past and present, to pay tribute to one of Northern Ireland’s greatest sporting ambassadors.

The afternoon will feature the largest-ever display of Joey’s motorcycles, showcasing his remarkable career and showcasing his remarkable career. That evening, these iconic machines will come to life as a star-studded lineup of riders, including World Superbike Champions Carl Fogarty and Jonathan Rea, Grand Prix stars Ron Haslam, Jeremy McWilliams, and Eugene Laverty, British champions Leon Haslam and Adrian Coates, North West 200 record holder Alastair Seeley, BSB standout and NW200 superbike king Glenn Irwin, and 11-time Irish champion Michael Swann, will ride them in a closed-road parade through Ballymoney’s town centre.

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Motorcycling Ireland Insurance Update 20/03/2025

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Motorcycling Ireland Insurance Update 20/03/2025 :

Motorcycling Ireland have today (20/03/2025) issued a statement updating the position on Insurance for motorcycling events in Ireland (South).

As it stands no policy is in place, and the latest round of negotiations have not improved that position. The MCI have detailed their choices as below and have deemed going back to the table to negotiate a better deal is the option that they will follow. A further update is expected in a week

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MLav Racing set for 2025 TT and NW200

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MLav Racing set for 2025 TT and NW200 :

MLav Racing will expand its presence into road racing for the 2025 season.

During MotoGP Free Practice One at the Argentine Grand Prix, it was unofficially announced that Michael Laverty will enter his MLav Racing team into the 2025 Isle of Man TT and North West 200.

An official announcement is expected in a few weeks, but Neil Hodgson made the announcement live on air.

Laverty will utilise BMW machinery during the two road racing events and  the machines will be ridden by TT Royalty in the form of  Ian Hutchinson alongside Mike Browne.

“We are forming a team for the Isle of Man TT and the North West 200 this year,” Laverty stated on TNT Sports.

“We will have a few accomplished riders on board… Ian Hutchinson and Irish rider Mike Browne. We will hopefully be officially announcing it in the next week or so.

“We will be operating BMW-powered machinery. I am currently finalising the livery, with a deadline today for RST to produce the suits in time for testing.

“Ian Hutchinson has 17 Isle of Man TT victories to his name, with his most recent triumph occurring in 2017 during the Superstock TT. The 45-year-old made his return to the TT in 2024 after missing the event in 2023 due to a stroke.

Mike Browne has quickly established himself as a rising star at the TT. The Irish rider made his debut at the event in 2019 and has since competed in 14 TTs, securing two podium finishes, both in the Supertwin TT.”

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RRAI Insurance Update : 12/03/2025

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RRAI Insurance Update : 12/03/2025 :

The Road Race Alliance of Ireland have issued a statement today on the situation with their proposed insurance policy for road racing in the Republic of Ireland in 2025. It seems now that there will be no further comment issued regarding meetings between the RRAI and the MCI.

The statement reads as follows :

RRAI Information Update 12.03.2024

As noted before the RRAI would like to thank everyone for their support and encouragement since our news on securing an insurance policy for road races in the South. Over the last month, the RRAl made a conscious decision to limit the amount of information on social media and other channels of communication to provide our old governing body the time and space to announce their own insurance plans. The RRAI will not be addressing the MCI /RRAI meeting any further on social media as the main takeaway from the meeting was that no assistance would be offered by the MCI as “it was not in their interest”.

To clarify a few open questions :

  • The insurance policy that has been sourced is by a reputable broker, regulated by the relevant authorities.
  • The public liability meets the local council requirements for all road races within the Republic of Ireland
  • Our policy amount is under 400k for the public liability required including all government levies and taxes.
  • Our broker is willing to work with our organisation to insure other disciplines.
  • Our business plan is sound (please see prior documentation released).
  • The main goal of the RRAl is to ensure that our rich sporting heritage continues, and that we promote and develop the sport for all individuals involved.
  • Our board meets the Sports Council requirements for Women In Sport and we would hope that this example encourages more women to enter and stay in the sport.
  • All of the clubs involved in the RRAI have had independent safety assessments completed.

We will be announcing a fundraiser in the coming weeks to offset as much of the cost as possible on the riders and clubs.

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More 2025 Irish Road Racing Dates Confirmed

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More 2025 Irish Road Racing Dates Confirmed :

The Road Racing Alliance of Ireland (RRAI) have confirmed a number of dates for events the ‘Road Race Series 25’

The following dates have been confirmed – however as with everything are subject to change, so always check with the official events pages and press releases to ensure the events current status…

  • Walderstown : 12th – 13th July 2025
  • Faugheen 50 : 19th – 20th July 2025
  • Munster 100 : 6th – 7th September 2025
  • Athena : 13th – 14th September 2025
RRAI Road Race Series 25 : 2025 Irish Road Racing Dates

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Motorcycling Ireland Insurance Update : February 2025

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Motorcycling Ireland Insurance Update : February 2025 :

Motorcycling Ireland have released a further statement re insurance for motorcycle sports in Ireland and their efforts to secure to secure a policy for 2025 events.

Motorcycling Ireland Board Update :

Yesterday evening on the 27th February, Motorcycling Ireland held a board meeting to discuss our current insurance

options for the upcoming year. To date, we have received several comprehensive quotes that include all of our disciplines. After careful evaluation, we now have some solid quotes on the table for discussion.

As anticipated, the figures for this year have risen compared to last year. During the meeting, the board extensively reviewed these quotes, understanding that these figures will significantly impact the future of our sport.

After thorough deliberation, the board has decided that the best course of action is to hold an open forum meeting with our clubs and members to ensure transparency and collaboration. This will allow us to address concerns, answer questions, and ensure that everyone is informed as we move forward.

The time and date for this open forum meeting will be communicated to all clubs and members in the coming days.

We look forward to engaging with you all to make the best decision for the future of motorcycling in Ireland.

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8Ten Racing Team Announced

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8Ten Racing Team Announced :

8Ten Racing Team announced their arrival to the BSB and Road Racing Paddocks today via a Facebook Post.

BMW MOTORRAD UK ANNOUNCE NEW TEAM 8TEN RACING WITH HICKMAN AND TODD

The BMW Motorrad UK motorsports lineup for the 2025 Bennetts British Superbike Championship and Road Racing campaign has been bolstered, as new team 8TEN Racing will receive full BMW Motorrad Motorsport support through riders Peter Hickman and Davey Todd.

8TEN Racing, named after the Isle of Man TT start numbers of Davey and Peter respectively, is set to compete across the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, North West 200, and Isle of Man TT races in 2025.

The restructure by BMW Motorrad UK has provided the opportunity for a new team to be formed, with an innovative setup where the team will be co-owned by the riders.

Rider and co-owner Hickman commented: “The opportunity provided by BMW Motorrad UK to co-own and run 8TEN Racing alongside Davey is an exciting concept, and having run my own team across other classes, the insight and experience I have gained over the last few years should put us in good stead to be competitive. We know the M 1000 RR very well which will allow some continuity, we’ll be looking to continue our success on the roads, and relish the challenge of being competitive in the British Superbike Championship.”

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Alastair Seeley Back for 2025 North West 200

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Alastair Seeley Back for 2025 North West 200 :

A press release from the Official NW200 Facebook Page has confirmed that the Wee Wizard, Alastair Seeley, AS34, will return on a SMS / Nicholl Oils Racing M1000RR BMW.

The most successful North West 200 racer of all-time, Alastair Seeley #AS34 will return to action at the 2025 Briggs Equipment sponsored races on May 5-10 on a SMS/ Nicholl Oils Racing M1000RR BMW.

The Carrickfergus racer sat out last year’s event after failing to secure competitive machinery for the north coast event but the 45 year old now has his sights set on achieving a landmark 30th race win from this year’s two Superstock and three Superbike races aroundthe 8.9 mile Triangle course.

‘The main thing for me is that I am coming back on what I feel will be a competitive machine.’ Seeley explained during the north coast event’s launch in Belfast.

Seeley is already familiar with the BMW having steered the same bike to victory in Synetiq livery during both the Briggs Equipment and CP Hire Superstock races at Portrush in 2023. He also finished third overall on the M1000RR in that year’s British Superstock series before the BMW was used by teammate, David Allingham during last season’s Superstock series.

‘It is my old bike and I expect it to be competitive at the North West.’ Seeley smiled.

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No 2025 Spring Cup at Oliver’s Mount

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No 2025 Spring Cup at Oliver’s Mount

England’s only real road racing circuit has confirmed that there will be no 2025 Spring Cup.

If you subscribe or use the TBNI.Blog Road Racing Calendar you will have probably noticed the lack of the Oliver’s Mount Season Opener – the Spring Cup – which usually kicks off in March.

Unfortunately due to issues with the main road to the circuit the event has had to be cancelled to allow for completion of a temporary road to be built to allow continued access to Oliver’s Mount whilst repairs are undertaken on the main road to venue.

The good news is the rest of Oliver’s Mount schedule is still due to go ahead as planned and ultimately the repairs to the road will benefit the site well into the future.

Olivers Mount have issued a statement via their website :

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