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Davey Todd set for Triumph Supersport

February 14, 2026 by TomBoyNI

Davey Todd set for Triumph Supersport

Davey Todd will be adding to his already successful partnership with Peter Hickman by riding a PHR Performance Triumph Street Triple 765 at the Daytona International Speedway 200, and perhaps more importantly on roads at the 2026 North West 200 and Isle of Man TT.

Social Media Post from Triumph Racing :

2026DaveyToddTriumphRacing — Image : Triumph Racing Facebook Page

NEWS!

Welcome to the Triumph Racing Family Davey Todd! Davey will be riding the Street Triple 765 at the Daytona International Speedway 200, as well as in the Supersport classes at the North West 200 and the Isle of Man TT Races, alongside Peter Hickman with the PHR Performance – by Peter Hickman Racing team!

CB500s at 2026 Cookstown 100

February 10, 2026 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.

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!

Briggs Equipment NW200 Live (2026)

February 9, 2026 by TomBoyNI

Briggs Equipment NW200 Live (2026) :

📅 Thursday 12th Feb | 19:00 (UK Time)

Can’t make it in person? You can join the action from anywhere in the world.

The Briggs Equipment NW200 Live will be streamed straight to the BBC iPlayer in the UK and the BBC website worldwide!

Join fan favourites Michael Sweeney, Richard Cooper, and Paul Jordan as they relive the best moments from 2025 and look ahead to the 2026 season

Plus, big announcements will be made live on the night that you won’t want to miss!

Thursday 12th Feb | 19:00 (UK Time)

Set your reminders – you won’t want to miss this!

Full streaming info coming soon.

Faugheen50 Sprint 2026 Dates Announced

February 6, 2026 by TomBoyNI

Faugheen50 Sprint 2026 Dates Announced :

The FaugheenRR Club have confirmed today that there will not be a 2026 Faugheen 50, instead there will be a two day sprint event in July 2026, with plans moving forward for the Faugheen 50 to return to the roads in 2027…

Faugheen50 Club Statement..

After a very positive AGM the Club has voted to run a two day Motorcycle Road Racing Sprint in Faugheen on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th of July 2026.

After discussing numerous options available, the club have voted that for us as a Club, with all due considerations, we will run a Motorcycle Sprint over the two days.

We will be have more details shortly, with news and updates.

Thank you all,

2026 Walderstown Road Races Dates Confirmed

February 6, 2026 by TomBoyNI

2026 Walderstown Road Races Dates Confirmed

Press Release.

Fore Club Official Statement

Following discussions with all relevant parties, Fore MCRR wish to announce

Walderstown Road Races will run on the weekend of 18th/19th July 2026.

Alot of work has gone into getting to this point, and to finally announce our date was the final piece.

Fore club wishes to acknowledge Faugheen club for allowing us to run on what was traditionally their date for races.

Fore Club also wishes to acknowledge the very hard work of the committee, lead by chairman, Micheal Halpin, and all it’s members.

Now, its all official, only one thing left to say…

Aubrey McAuley Cup Returns to Irish Road Racing

February 5, 2026 by TomBoyNI

Aubrey McAuley Cup returns

The late Aubrey McAuley in action on the Twistgrip Supporters Club 125 Honda.

This year, a powerful tradition is reignited at the heart of Irish road racing with the revival of the cherished ‘Aubrey McAuley’ Memorial Cup. More than just a trophy, the Cup represents decades of passion and camaraderie, and its return is a beacon for those who remember the golden era of two-stroke racing. Through the dedication and vision of Joe Wright and Barry Davidson, this influential prize will once again command the spotlight at the National road races, awarded to the Top 125 GP Competitor at the conclusion of the 2026 Irish Road Race Championships.

Cookstown 100 Races Secure Major Boost with BEAR Competitions Sponsorship Renewal.

January 30, 2026 by TomBoyNI

“Cookstown 100 Races Secure Major Boost with BEAR Competitions Sponsorship Renewal.”

Get ready for the most electrifying event of the year! Bear Competitions is back as the headline sponsor for the highly anticipated 2026 Cookstown 100 road races, igniting the circuit on Friday and Saturday, 24th and 25th April. Renowned for jaw-dropping online competitions and unforgettable prizes, BEAR Competitions is a powerhouse in the local scene, fueling excitement like never before.

With the countdown officially on, this thrilling announcement supercharges the excitement around this year’s event. Last year, BEAR Competitions raised the bar with an incredible £1,000 prize fund up for grabs for anyone who bought a race package. On top of that, Saturday exploded with a pulse-pounding series of live competitions—what more could a true racing fan want? Imagine the thunder of elite road racers battling it out, and you standing trackside, ready to claim spectacular prizes!

Hutchinson Joins Burrows Engineering / RK Racing for 2026

January 28, 2026 by TomBoyNI

Hutchinson Joins Burrows Engineering / RK Racing for 2026

The Burrows Engineering / RK Racing Team have announced that Ian Hutchinson will be joining them for 2026 Isle of Man and North West 200 Campaigns..

2026BurrowsEngineeringIanHutchinson — Photo : Burrows Engineering / RK Racing Facebook Page

Ian Hutchinson will join Burrows Engineering / RK Racing for his 2026 Supersport campaigns at both the Northwest 200 and Isle of Man TT, onboard the teams Ducati Panigale V2.

John Burrows said:

“We’re absolutely delighted to have Ian onboard our Ducati V2 in the Supersport class at both the Northwest 200 and the Isle of Man TT Races. Ian needs no introduction – he’s a 16-time TT winner, with many of those victories coming in the Supersport class.

“Over the last season or so, I’ve seen a real hunger in Ian again, almost a resurgence after what has been a few tough years for him. You can see the desire to succeed is still very much there, and that’s something that really excites and motivates us as a team.