2025 NW200 Thursday Night Results

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Dunlop Dominates and Todd Triumphs as North West 200 Explodes into Action!

Portrush, Northern Ireland – May 8th, 2025 – The iconic North West 200 roared back to life today under sun-kissed skies, treating thousands of expectant fans lining the famous Triangle circuit to a spectacular evening of road racing. 

Thursday’s three-race schedule delivered high drama, blistering speeds, and emotional victories, setting an electrifying tone for the weekend ahead. 

Michael Dunlop sensationally marked his return to the top step with a stunning double, while Davey Todd etched his name into NW200 folklore with a maiden Superbike win.

The atmosphere was palpable as bikes thundered off the line for the opening encounters of the 2025 Briggs Equipment North West 200, and the action did not disappoint.

Race 1: Todd Claims Maiden Premier Class Glory in Milwaukee Superbike Thriller

The evening kicked off with the much-anticipated 4-lap Milwaukee Superbike Race, and it was Davey Todd who sensationally seized his first-ever North West 200 Superbike victory. The BMW rider was in imperious form, mastering the high-speed straights and technical chicanes to the delight of the crowd.

It was a hard-fought battle, with Todd holding off intense pressure throughout. 

Dean Harrison, mounted on the Honda Racing UK machine, was a constant threat, pushing Todd all the way to the chequered flag and finishing a mere 0.215 seconds adrift. 

Peter Hickman, Todd’s esteemed teammate, secured a strong third place, making it a memorable outing for the BMW contingent. 

Michael Dunlop, despite a challenging qualifying session earlier in the day, brought his MD Hawk Racing BMW home in a solid fourth.

Milwaukee Superbike Race (4 Laps) – Top 4 Results:

  1. Davey Todd (BMW)
  2. Dean Harrison (Honda)
  3. Peter Hickman (BMW)
  4. Michael Dunlop (BMW)

Race 2: Dunlop Ends Victory Drought with Masterful Fraser Homes Supersport Win

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2025 North West 200 : Up Next

2025 North West 200 : Up Next

It is Race Week for the 2025 North West Road Races! One of the biggest events in Ireland and one of the world’s largest and most popular road races!

Make sure you are ready for the event for having a browse through the TBNI.Blog Road Racing Visitors’ Guide : North West 200

It is packed with info on the course, ticketing, road closings schedules, race schedules, parking facilities, history, what the flags mean… a little bit of everything.

And after all that if you have any more questions feel free to ask away in the comments section or contact the site via email and I am sure we will be able to help you out.

Please note though TBNI.Blog do not sell tickets – and at this stage all grandstands are SOLD OUT.

Other options are available, but don’t be put off by not having a ticket for a grandstand, the circuit is over 8 miles long and there are still plenty of places to park your deck chair and enjoy the spectacle!

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Irish Road Racing Calendar 2025

Irish Road Racing Calendar 2025 :

The 2025 road racing season is now underway, with the successful completion of the 2025 Cookstown 100 the rest of the season is ahead of us.

The TBNI.Blog Road Racing Calendar is your one stop resource for all the relevant dates in the motorcycling world, covering both Northern Irish and Southern Road Races, Manx Road Races, Ulster Superbikes, British Superbikes, World Superbikes and Moto GP. Best of all, it is free and is even available for your iCal / Google Calendar. It updates from year to year automatically with all the relevant information for you to plan your racing calendar year after year.


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2025 Cookstown 100 Results

2025 Cookstown 100 Results :

The 2025 Cookstown 100 ran over the weekend of 25th and 26th April 2025 and marked the opening of the 2025 Road Racing Season.

Three races were scheduled for Friday evening (25/04/2025) however due to inclement weather on the day no racing took place, however a full and busy, if rather reserved, day of practice took place which at least got everyone out on track and got wheels turning on the 2025 season.

Saturday 26th April 2025 was the main race day and with only a little rain in the morning the track soon dried out and then the sun came out and it was glorious – definitely a day for the sun cream.

The dried out course made for some fantastic racing with Michael Dunlop setting a new course lap record of 91.773 mph – previously was 91.480mph – as well as having two superb duels with Derek McGee and Michael Sweeney.

Unfortunately also the Saturday did showcase the dangers of road racing with 2 requirements of the Air Ambulance to extract injured riders. Here’s hoping for a quick and full recovery for all of those involved in the race incidents.

2025 Cookstown 100 : Friday 35th April 2024 Practice Sessions.
2025 Cookstown 100 : Friday 25th April 2024 Practice Sessions.

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2025 Cookstown 100 : Up Next

2025 Cookstown 100 : Up Next

It is only a few days to the 2025 Cookstown 100 and the start of the Northern Irish Road Racing Season.

Make sure you are ready for the event for having a browse through the TBNI.Blog Road Racing Visitos’ Guide : Cookstown 100

It is packed with info on the course, ticketing, road closings schedules, history, what the flags mean… a little bit of everything.

And after all that if you have any more questions feel free to ask away in the comments section or contact the site via email and I am sure we will be able to help you out.

Please note though TBNI.Blog do not sell tickets – and at this stage online ticket sales will have ceased so it will be a case of buying at the event on the day.

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RRAI 2025 Season Ticket

RRAI 2025 Season Ticket :

The Road Race Alliance of Ireland have announced a ‘Full Send’ Season Ticket for the 2025 Season which is absolutely packed with benefits…

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RRAI 2025 Season Ticket

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For just €200 (yes, all in), you’re not just a fan — you’re officially part of the tribe.

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Dominic Herbertson Announces HRRC

Dominic Herbrertson has announced his new road racing venture. – Herbertson Road Racing Company.

The news has come via a press release from the Official Isle of Man TT Website.

Following the announcement that WTF Racing would not be present at the 2025 Isle of Man TT Races this now does mean that Dom the Bomb will compete in all classes at the 2025 Event.


HERBERTSON CONFIRMS FULL TT 2025 ENTRY WITH NEW HRRC TEAM

Dominic Herbertson has today (Thursday) confirmed that he’ll compete in all Isle of Man TT Races this year as originally planned, having formed his own team, HRRC – Herbertson Road Racing Company.

Herbertson had been due to contest the 600cc and 1000cc races for WTF Racing until their shock, and sudden, withdrawal, two weeks ago. However, Alan Gardiner, team principal of WTF Racing, has since supplied Herbertson with the stock Honda Fireblade he was due to ride.

That means 31-year old Herbertson will now take his scheduled start position of number 13 for the RST x D3O Superbike, RL360/Opul Superstock and Milwaukee Senior races. Having set a new personal best lap of 130.497mph at last year’s event, he’ll now be looking to build on that and add to the six top ten positions already achieved across the 1000cc classes.

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James Hillier Secures Deal for 2025 TT

James Hillier Secures Deal for 2025 TT

Kawasaki UK have issued a Press Release with some exciting last minute plan changes for the 2025 Isle of Man TT Races alongside an old friend!

Bournemouth Kawasaki and James Hillier Reunite for Isle of Man TT!

After a last-minute change of plans, Kawasaki UK is delighted to announce that James Hillier will once again be lining up in green for the two Isle of Man TT Supersport races. Partnering once more with Bournemouth Kawasaki, a team he has had lots of success with throughout his career,  he’ll be riding the Ninja ZX-6R he took to fourth and sixth last year.

Despite planning to sit 2025 out, the Bournemouth Kawasaki team will be making a surprise return to the Isle of Man TT next month, running James Hillier in both Supersport races. Campaigning on the proven Ninja ZX-6R, James and the team will be looking to build on their results last year and are setting their sights firmly on a podium finish.

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McCrum’s Motorcycles to Sponsor First Open Race at 2025 Tandragee 100

***PRESS RELEASE***

12th April 2025

From left to right are Roy Biggerstaff, MCUI UC Travelling Marshal; Anne Forsythe, North Armagh Motorcycle & Car Club; Padraig Graham, MCUI UC Travelling Marshal; Jonathan Martin, Suzuki Bikes UK, and Wes McCrum, McCrum’s Motorcycles.

On behalf of the North Armagh Motorcycle & Car Club (Tarmac Section) Ltd, it is with great pleasure I confirm McCrum’s Motorcycles, Magheralin has been confirmed as the sponsor of the McCrum’s Suzuki First Open Race at the 2025 Around-A-Pound Tandragee 100 National Motorcycle Road Races.

The event, which is scheduled to take place on Friday 27th and Saturday 28th June 2025, will showcase McCrum’s Suzuki demo machines which are being generously provided by McCrum’s Motorcycles to the Motorcycle Union of Ireland (Ulster Centre) Travelling Marshals Team in their vital role at the Around-A-Pound Tandragee 100.

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