When the action gets underway at the 2025 Briggs Equipment North West 200 race week on May 5-10 the principal focus will be on the Superbike races and who will replace eleven times winner, Glenn Irwin, on the top step of the podium. Having announced his retirement from road racing ahead of the new season, Irwin’s domination of Superbike racing … Read More
Balloo Hire is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Robert Dunlop Best Competitor Award at this year’s Briggs Equipment North West 200, one of the most iconic and thrilling events on the international road racing calendar. Thousands of fans will draw to Northern Ireland’s north coast for a week of high-octane racing and unforgettable action – running from Monday … Read More
Briggs Equipment’s relationship with the North West 200 was strengthened further this week as Briggs was confirmed as NW200 Commercial Vehicle Partner for the May 5-10 road racing spectacular. Following on from their title sponsorship of the Briggs Equipment North West 200, Briggs has agreed a partnership with the event to supply a range of commercial vehicles for the next … Read More
With our stores placed in the heart of the action in Coleraine and Portrush, we’re not just nearby – we’re part of the buzz that makes race week so special. This event is a true celebration of speed, skill, and community spirit, and we’re delighted to once again play a part in the excitement. From local fans to visitors from … Read More
Richard Cooper’s love affair with the Briggs Equipment North West 200 is set to continue in 2025 as the three-time British champion returns to Portrush with the BPE by Russell Racing Yamaha and Jack Reid Cars/KMR Kawasaki squads on May 5-10. The 42 year old added a maiden win in the Fraser Homes Supersport race on Alastair Russell’s R6 at … Read More
Honda Racing has unveiled the 2025 livery which will appear on the machines ridden by Dean Harrison and John McGuinness in the Supersport, Superstock and Superbike races at this year’s Briggs Equipment North West 200 on May 5-10. Whilst the livery and riders remain predominantly unchanged, upgrades to both the Superbike and Supersport machines are aimed at boosting Honda’s competitiveness … Read More
The Thursday evening Superbike race at the 2025 Briggs Equipment North West 200 on May 5-10 will have a new sponsor as power tool manufacturer, Milwaukee, take on the role. ‘Milwaukee is proud to be associated once again with the North West 200.’ Dale McElveen, Managing Director of Milwaukee Tool UK, said. ‘We don’t have an entrant in this year’s … Read More
Alastair Seeley has completed his line-up of machinery for a return to action at the 2025 Briggs Equipment North West 200 on May 5-10 by joining the CD Racing by MSS Performance squad on a ZXR 636 Kawasaki. After sitting out last year’s event, the Carrickfergus rider will race the new bike in the Fraser Homes and Tides Restaurant Supersport … Read More
The 2025 Briggs Equipment North West 200 has attracted an impressive array of European talent for this year’s May 5-10 race week. Topping the list are International Road Racing Championship (IRRC) regulars Erno Kostamo, Almaric Blanc and Laurent Hoffman who have been regular competitors at the north coast event. Finland’s Erno Kostamo needs no introduction to Irish road racing fans … Read More
Briggs Equipment North West 200 Race Director Mervyn Whyte is joined by Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Ciarán McQuillan, as the banner at Metropole corner on the famous 8.9 mile Triangle course is erected by Council staff ahead of the event’s 2025 Race Week on May 5-10.
