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17TH AUGUST - 25TH AUGUST 2025 It would appear that the Motor Cycle Trade Society was a strong voice in arguing against an amateur race.
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The idea of a race for young motorcycling amateurs and private entrants, on the world famous TT Course, was first mooted in the early twenties; indeed a request was made by the Manx Motor Cycle Club to hold a one-lap race for amateurs in the 1921 TT meeting, but this was dismissed out of hand by the ACU. Another reason was that in 1921 the Auto-Cycle Union (organisers of the TT Races in the Island

since 1907 ) announced the possibility of the 1922 TT Races being held in Belgium. This bombshell was met by the Manx Motor Cycle Club, who realised the importance of motorcycle road racing to the Island. The course was ready to use and all the facilities provided but it was still a mammoth task to be faced. As it happened, the TT did not move to Belgium, but the amateur race went ahead. One problem facing the organisers was how to define an amateur. Long and complicated rules were drawn up including "a person who is not at the time of making entry, or has not been since the first day of January 1923, engaged in the manufacture for sale, or sale or repair, or the exhibition of motor cars or motorcycles, their parts or accessories; has not since the 1st of January 1921 accepted, and undertakes not to accept, any monetary benefit or consideration, or the equivalent thereof, from any person or firm engaged or directly interested in the manufacture for sale, or the sale of motor cars or motorcycles, their parts or their accessories". These were just two of the lengthy paragraphs in the rules to try to define an amateur. Not ideal, perhaps, but at least a basis to go ahead with the races. And so the first Manx Amateur Road race Championship was set to be held on the 20th September 1923. In that first year, and indeed until 1929, there was just one class, 500cc, with a special award for the best performance by a 350cc machine. Councilor A B Crookall, then Mayor of Douglas, presented the club with the principal trophy and the "Motor Cycle" magazine donated the trophy for the best 350. Five laps of the course, one less than the TT, had to be covered - 188.65 miles. In 1930 came the birth of the Manx Grand Prix. New regulations had been drawn up and it was no longer a race for amateurs, but with experts barred. The rules included: "All entrants, who shall be the drivers, must be British or Irish subjects resident in the British Isles or the Irish Free State, and must hold open competition licences. They must not, since 1920, have been entered as a competitor in any international road race or have held any world motorcycling record. The race to be for machines of up to 350cc and 500cc, and to be over six laps of the TT Course, the meeting to be known as the Manx Grand Prix".

It doesn't get much closer than that 🔥
16/02/2025

It doesn't get much closer than that 🔥

We need YOU! Apply to be a Marshal today via the link below! You'll be closer to the action and make life long friends, ...
13/02/2025

We need YOU! Apply to be a Marshal today via the link below! You'll be closer to the action and make life long friends, with people who love motorsport just as much as you

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Want to be more involved in the racing? Why not join the IMC’s so YOU could be a Marshal this year at the TT or MGP 🏁 ...
10/02/2025

Want to be more involved in the racing? Why not join the IMC’s so YOU could be a Marshal this year at the TT or MGP 🏁

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09/02/2025

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Imagine witnessing these incredible moments and electric atmosphere for yourself, here in the Isle of Man! Have YOU book...
06/02/2025

Imagine witnessing these incredible moments and electric atmosphere for yourself, here in the Isle of Man! Have YOU booked your trip yet? 🏁 🇮🇲

We loved catching up with our riders at The Manx Motor Cycle Club annual dinner 🏍️ 🏁
06/02/2025

We loved catching up with our riders at The Manx Motor Cycle Club annual dinner 🏍️ 🏁

A great night last night at the Manx Motor Cycle Club annual dinner celebrating the 2024 Manx Grand Prix

It was great to hold the trophy for the Ultra Lightweight race and celebrate with people I couldn’t have done it without 🏁🏍️

Plans already in place for this years Classic Manx Grand Prix 😜

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Our first post of 2025! Can you guess where this photo of Maurizio Bottalico was taken?
29/01/2025

Our first post of 2025! Can you guess where this photo of Maurizio Bottalico was taken?

It's almost February, which means we are 6 months and 3 weeks until the Manx Grand Prix is BACK! ☀️🏁
26/01/2025

It's almost February, which means we are 6 months and 3 weeks until the Manx Grand Prix is BACK! ☀️🏁

Happy New Year from the Manx Grand Prix... here's to a new year of mega mountain course action 😁
01/01/2025

Happy New Year from the Manx Grand Prix... here's to a new year of mega mountain course action 😁

12/12/2024

It is with great sadness that today we learned of the death of Des Evans. Des had not been well for the last year or so, but this news will have come as a shock for all who knew and loved him.
Des took up motorcycle racing in the 1950s, after his National Service in the Far East. He rode solos and sidecars but will be best remembered for his time as a travelling marshal for the TT, Manx Grand Prix and the Southern 100. Des served from 1971 to 2002, in the latter years as Chief Travelling Marshal. Riding machines as diverse as BSA/Triumph triples to Honda Fireblades, he would arrive at an incident and with calm and competence, and quickly take control.
Des also served as Clerk of the Course for the Andreas Racing Association’s race meetings at Jurby, and was a long serving Committee member of the Manx Motor Cycle Club.
In later years he would seen beside his wife and beloved partner for nearly 60 years, Wyn. She acted as Welfare Officer for the TT, Manx Grand Prix and the Southern 100, and was awarded the MBE in the 2013 New Years Honours List.

The 2024 MGP Review shows are here! Enjoy the highlights from the action here:
04/11/2024

The 2024 MGP Review shows are here! Enjoy the highlights from the action here:

Highlights of the 2024 Manx Grand Prix with action from the Classic Junior, Lightweight and Junior races.Subscribe to the Manx Grand Prix Newsletter for all ...

Flat out Friday 😎
01/11/2024

Flat out Friday 😎

Manx Grand Prix on your 2025 Holiday list? Book now with the Steam Packet's advance sailings now available! ⬇
24/10/2024

Manx Grand Prix on your 2025 Holiday list? Book now with the Steam Packet's advance sailings now available! ⬇

We're excited to announce our new sailing schedule from January 2025 up until May 2026 🛳️ 🎉

We’ve added more sailings to Belfast and the opportunity to book sailings up to 18 months in advance, providing more flexibility, frequency and accessibility for travel on and off the island 🌊 ⚓

We’ve been listening to your feedback and are pleased to bring this enhanced schedule to improve the experience and service we provide you.

For the full details, head to our blog: https://buff.ly/4hi2Dck

The Manx Motor Cycle Club is pleased to confirm the dates for the 2025 Manx Grand Prix, which will take place from Sunda...
23/10/2024

The Manx Motor Cycle Club is pleased to confirm the dates for the 2025 Manx Grand Prix, which will take place from Sunday 17th August to Monday 25th August 2025 on the iconic Isle of Man TT Mountain Course.

The 2025 edition promises to deliver an increased number of races as part of the fresh, action-packed modern race programme that will see the event return to its clubman sporting roots, focusing on developing the next generation of TT riders and upholding the traditions of the famous event going into its 102nd year.

Read more: https://buff.ly/4edc8ad

NEWCOMER SPOTLIGHTScotsman Johnny Stewart had a dazzling start to his MGP career, setting the tone as quickest newcomer ...
15/10/2024

NEWCOMER SPOTLIGHT

Scotsman Johnny Stewart had a dazzling start to his MGP career, setting the tone as quickest newcomer in the opening qualifying session.

He went on to come away with a 12th place finish in the MGP Supporter's Club Junior Manx Grand Prix and a superb 6th place finish in the Mylchreests Group Senior Manx Grand Prix.

🦺 Newcomer Spotlight: Toby ShannGaining a top 20 and top 10 result in his first ever races on the Mountain Course, Shann...
07/10/2024

🦺 Newcomer Spotlight: Toby Shann

Gaining a top 20 and top 10 result in his first ever races on the Mountain Course, Shann placed 13th in the Mylchreests Group Senior MGP onboard the Triumph Daytona 675R, and 9th in the MGP Supporters Club Junior MGP onboard the Kawasaki Z650, adding to his already impressive results on the road racing circuit👏

ONES TO LOOK OUT FOR 👀🦺 Newcomer Spotlight: Harley Rushton An impressive start to Harley Rushton's Mountain Course Caree...
30/09/2024

ONES TO LOOK OUT FOR 👀
🦺 Newcomer Spotlight: Harley Rushton

An impressive start to Harley Rushton's Mountain Course Career at .
Harley won the 2 Wheeling Classics Classic Junior Manx Grand Prix with a startling lead of 48.898 seconds ahead of second place.

He surged into a clear lead on the run into Ramsey, pressed on up and down the Mountain and a superb lap of 97.615mph gave him a fairy-tale victory, almost 50 seconds clear of returning racer Glen English.

Well done Harley! 👏

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The Classic Superbike is a class popular with some of the biggest names from the Isle of Man TT Races. Dave Moore and Cameron Donald commentate the race for us over on the highlights: https://buff.ly/3TebG3C

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250cc Grand Prix Machines make up the bulk of the lightweight class, along with 400cc production bikes and Moto3 machines - making one heck of a class. Featuring the sights and sounds that the lightweight machines do best, Dave Moore and Cameron Donald cover the highlights on YouTube: https://buff.ly/3XxpQj1

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The Senior race fell victim to the unfortunate weather at the 2024 Manx Grand Prix and was shortened to just two laps. Known to showcase many up and coming stars of road racing, join Dave Moore and Cameron Donald who bring you the race highlights. Watch here: https://buff.ly/3B3Lkeg

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Carole Nash Classic Senior and 2 Wheeling Classics Classic Junior Race Highlights | 2024 Manx Grand Prix

Join Dave Moore and Cameron Donald for the highlights of the Classic Senior and the reintroduced Classic Junior Races at the 2024 Manx Grand Prix. Featuring a wide range of pre-1973 manufactured bikes that are rarely seen outside of short circuits in recent years. Watch the race highlights now: https://buff.ly/47lDdWH

MGP Supporters’ Club Junior Race Highlights | 2024 Manx Grand Prix
MGP Supporters’ Club Junior Race Highlights | 2024 Manx Grand Prix

Dominated by Supertwin machinery piloted by a group of European riders, the Junior Manx Grand Prix began with a 3-lap race that included a compulsory pit stop after the first lap. However, as the leaders came over the Mountain on the second lap, a red flag stopped the race, with the result declared days later. Tune into Dave Moore and Cameron Donald for the highlights from the race on YouTube: https://buff.ly/4geTkt2

Pure, realtime bike noise 😍😍

You'll need to grab your ear plugs for this one 👌 Jim Hind on the WizNorton Racing Norton WRS588 😍

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