Plews Tyres Irish MX Championship Thrills at Mountain Quarter — Knock MCC Thanks All Involved
Downpatrick, County Down — 15 September 2026
Knock Motorcycle & Car Club (Knock MCC) has hailed a fantastic weekend of racing after hosting the final round of the Plews Tyres Irish Motocross Championship at the spectacular Mountain Quarter circuit, Saul, outside Downpatrick on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September 2026.
The event drew an outstanding turnout, with approximately 345 riders competing across the two days. Saturday featured the Youth classes, Ladies Championship and adult support races, showcasing the sport’s rising talent and fierce competition. Sunday saw the country’s top adult riders take to the track in a thrilling conclusion to the 2026 series.
We were also delighted to welcome some top riders travelling over from England, who added extra quality and excitement to the racing and helped make this a truly memorable event.
Club officials described the entry numbers as “excellent” and praised the high standard of racing throughout the weekend.
Congratulations to Our New Champions
Huge congratulations to all our newly crowned Irish Champions — you’ve raced brilliantly all season and fully deserve your titles! The racing was close, competitive and a credit to everyone who took part.
We also want to send our warmest wishes to any riders who sustained injuries during the weekend — we hope you make a full and speedy recovery, and look forward to seeing you back on the track soon.
A Massive Thank You
Knock MCC extends its sincere gratitude to every single person who helped make this event such a success:
✅ Medics & First Aid Team — for your professionalism, care and quick response throughout the weekend
✅ All Officials — your dedication, expertise and hard work kept everything running smoothly and safely
✅ Flag Marshals — stationed around the circuit in all conditions, your vigilance is the heartbeat of the event
✅ Roy Neill — our commentator, whose energy and voice brought the racing alive for spectators and riders alike
✅ Caterers — for keeping everyone fed, watered and fuelled over two busy days
✅ Joe Richie — our landowner, for generously making Mountain Quarter available and for your continued support of the club and the sport
✅ Mark Galloway and your crew — the track was in absolutely superb condition from start to finish; your hard work and preparation made for perfect racing conditions
Without every single one of you, this event simply wouldn’t happen. Thank you for being part of the Plews Tyres Irish MX Championship and for helping make the 2026 final round such a brilliant success!
Knock MCC
Knock MCC Events2026 Evo dates need added
| Date | Event | Satus | Link |
| 18th Jan | Evo day | Evo day races | Online entry |
| 7th March | Kelly Cup Trials | Round 7 ADS UC | Results |
| 12th April | Evo Day | St Johns Point | Online entry |
| 8th May | NW200 Beach Race | Adult and Youth | Online Entry |
| 16th May | Laurelbank | Youth Ulster | Online Entry |
| 29th Aug (Sat) | Bells Hill Fastest 30 | Billy Hutton Trophy Overall winner plus the Balloo Hire Trophy for rider of the day | Online Entry |
| 12/13th Sept | Irish MX Championship | Saul. Downpatrick | Online Entry |
| 17th & 18th Oct | Beach Race | Portrush | |
We’re always on the lookout for volunteers to assist us with organising these events. If you’re interested in helping us out, please don’t hesitate to reach out. If anyone is interested in volunteering for flag marshalling, we’re happy to pay flag marshals £50 plus lunch. Feel free to contact me on 07722006995 or email trevor.mcafee@live.co.uk
The MCUI (Ulster Centre) no longer issues trial competition licenses. If you need a trial competition license, apply to the MRA using their license application form. Your club competition secretary can provide you with the form. The MRA accepts existing Ulster Centre licenses, but new applications must use the MRA form. The MRA will also issue start permission for either license. The good news is that the MRA license allows you to ride motocross, enduro, supermoto, and trials.
Knock MCC membership for 2026 is now open for application. The application link is available on the top menu. The Knock club is affiliated to the MRA, we can provide you with an MRA licence. To apply for a license, you must be a Knock Club member. Adult membership costs £6, while youth membership costs £4. If you’re seeking a MRA license (which covers motocross and trials), tick the box indicating your need for a MRA license.
Adult riders can ride in their Grade and the Evo/Vets/Girls class for no extra fee. For a family of 2 or more siblings we will offer discount at sign-on. Tear offs – are not permitted on grass field tracks or Barley Stubbles
Evo days race order
| Practice | Race set 1 | Race set 2 | Race set 3 |
| Y 250/125/BW85 | Y 250/125/BW85 | Y 250/125/BW85 | Y 250/125/BW85 |
| SW85/65cc | Vets 45+Girls | Vets 45+Girls | SW85/65 |
| 65cc/fast Auto’s | SW85/65cc | SW85/65cc | 65cc/fast auto |
| Auto’s small track | 65cc/fast auto | 65cc/fast auto | Evo Race/Girls |
| Grade D | Evo Race | Evo Race | Auto small track |
| Grade C | Auto small track | Auto small track | Sportsmen |
| Grade A/B | Sportsmen | Sportsmen | Grade C |
| Grade C | Grade C | Grade A/B | |
| Grade A/B | Grade A/B | ||
| Vets/Evo/Girls practice in their Grade | Practice or race order may change subject to numbers | Track Clear Up |
Evo day race fees. Adult classes cost £27 (online), which covers all adult classes. Additional classes like the Evo & Vets/Girls class are free with an appropriate bike (Evo must be at least 10 years old, Vets must be 45 and over). Youth classes cost £22 (online), and the Automatics class costs £11 (online). We accept entries on the day, but fees in all classes are increased as table below. Rider sign-on is from 8:30 am to approximately 9:30 am.
| Evo Day Riders Fees | ||
|---|---|---|
| Class | Online Entry | Entry on the Day |
| Adults | £27 | £30 |
| Youth | £22 | £25 |
| Automatics | £11 | £15 |