A round-up of other bike news
Isle of Man Manx GP races
THE MANX GP races take place on the Isle of Man, from August 22nd-September 6th.
Famous names taking part include Guy Martin in the Post Classic race, Michael Dunlop in the Junior Classic and Ryan Farquhar – who won the Classic Senior last year – has signed up for the Post Classic, Senior Classic and Junior Classic races.
See manxgrandprix.org
Open track day at Mondello
THE WEST Cork Motorcycle Club (WCMCC), in conjunction with Mondello, is having an open track day on August 21st to help generate funds for the Munster 100 Road Racing.
The WCMCC wants to raise money for a meeting in Dunmanway next year. “We’re trying to get road racing back south,” says club organiser Mark Fitzgerald.
Any type of motorcycle can participate, with sessions from 10am to 5.30pm in three groups: novice, intermediate and advanced.
It costs €175 and a deposit of €50 is required. For details, see mondello.ie or westcorkmotorcycleclub.ie
New BMW bike servicing plan
JOE DUFFY Motorrad is offering a new servicing plan for BMW motorcycles of at least four years old. The bike doesn’t have to have been bought at Joe Duffy’s.
The “4 Plus Service Plan” includes a 15 per cent discount on labour and 10 per cent off all parts used.
To book your service, or get a quote, call Tom or Patrick on 01-864 7777.