Co. Antrim-based Englishman, Christian Elkin, is gunning for glory at this year’s Briggs Equipment North West 200 on May 6-11.

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The 43 year old engine tuner, who hails from Macclesfield originally, will be mounted on a Dynocentre NI R6 Yamaha in the Supersport class and a RB Engineering 650cc Kawasaki in the Supertwin races. “I’m targeting a top ten finish in the 600cc races and some podium finishes at least in the Twins races.” Elkin says. Seventeen seasons have passed … Read More

KERR’S TYRES & AUTO ON BOARD WITH BRIGGS EQUIPMENT NORTH WEST 200

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The Briggs Equipment North West 200 is thrilled to announce the support of Kerr’s Tyres &  Auto as event partner for the next three years. Established in 2002, the company now operates from 24 points of sale throughout Ireland, providing tyres and mechanical repairs to all makes and models of cars and vans. “This is our company’s first venture into motorcycle … Read More

COMMUNITY RESCUE SERVICE SELECTED AS CHARITY PARTNER OF THE 2024 BRIGGS EQUIPMENT NORTH WEST 200

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The Community Rescue Service will be the official charity partner of the Briggs Equipment North West 200 for 2024. Formed in 2007, the voluntary organisation provides a lowland rescue service for high risk missing persons across Northern Ireland. Over 210 operational members and 60 support staff provide highly trained and specialised search and rescue teams that work alongside the Police … Read More

Amici Ristorante announced as new sponsor of Thursday Superstock Race at 2024 Briggs Equipment North West 200

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The organisers of the 2024 Briggs Equipment North West 200 are delighted to welcome Amici Ristorante on board as the new sponsor of the Thursday evening Superstock race at this year’s event. Situated on the coast road beside York Hairpin, the popular Portstewart restaurant attracts hordes of diners during North West week. Amici Ristorante directors, Ana Morelli and Mark Hamilton … Read More

JKC BMW retains official vehicle partnership for 2024 Briggs Equipment North West 200

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JKC BMW will retain its position as the Official Vehicle Partner for the Briggs Equipment North West 200 in 2024. The leading Coleraine-based BMW retailer has been supplying a wide range of vehicles to the race event since 2017. JKC is also a major employer in the north coast area, employing over 80 people across two retail outlets and workshops. “JKC BMW is delighted … Read More

Irwin, Todd and Honda’s Harrison duo lead star-studded line-up at 2024 Briggs Equipment North West 200 Meet the Stars Night

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The biggest race launch of the year, the spectacular Meet the Stars of the 2024 Briggs Equipment North West 200, returns on March 6 to the Lodge Hotel, Coleraine. A night not to be missed, the evening provides a unique opportunity for road racing fans to get up close and personal with many of the leading names who will be … Read More

Ian Hutchinson and Milenco Padgetts Honda re-unite for 2024 Briggs Equipment North West 200

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Three-time North West 200 race winner, Ian Hutchinson will be re-united with the Milenco Padgett’s Honda squad for a full-scale onslaught on the Superbike, Superstock and Supersport races at the 2024 Briggs Equipment North West 200 in May. The move marks another inspiring comeback for the 44 year old during a career that has seemed to be an almost relentless … Read More