Motocross Ireland

The mx commission is pleased to announce that long serving team rider Martin Barr has been appointed as the manager for 2026. Martin has represented Ireland on 19 occasions and has always showed the highest level of professionalism. His experience and knowledge will be invaluable to bringing the team and riders to the next stage. We wish him all the best during the process for 2026.

- MX Commission

Words from Team Manager - Martin Barr

“It’s an incredible honour to be appointed MXON Team Manager for 2026. Representing Team Ireland for 19 years as a rider gave me some of the proudest moments of my career. My very first race for Team Ireland was at Ernée, and it feels almost surreal that my first event as Team Manager will also be at Ernée. It really feels like things have come full circle.

I know what it means to stand on that start line the pride, the nerves and the responsibility that comes with it. Having lived that experience myself, I’m passionate about giving our riders the best possible support and helping them perform at their highest level. We have a strong selection of experienced riders alongside exciting young talent coming through. We also have a youth development programme running both north and south to support the next generation of riders, and I’m delighted to be involved in that pathway.
Leading the team now is a huge privilege.

🚨Press Release🚨

Read below ⬇️

🚨Important Update 🚨

MX Ireland Motocross Committee – Update Following First Meeting of 2026
The MX Ireland Motocross Committee held its first meeting of the 2026 season this week, marking the beginning of preparations and planning for the year ahead.
The meeting focused on setting priorities for the early part of the season and confirming how the committee will operate moving forward. It was agreed that the Motocross Committee will meet on a monthly basis to ensure regular progress, communication, and transparency as plans for 2026 continue to take shape.
A brief discussion also took place around fundraising initiatives for the Motocross Committee, with further ideas and proposals to be developed and discussed at upcoming meetings.
In relation to the 2026 race calendar, the committee will reconvene in two weeks’ time, at which point the calendar will be finalised. Once agreed, the full 2026 calendar will be issued shortly after that meeting.
Riders and clubs are encouraged to keep an eye out for official MX Ireland updates as planning for the 2026 season continues.

The Motocross Committee would like to extend a huge congratulations to Gary Costello, this years winner of the Motocross Ireland Youth Sponsorship Package 🙌

With this Sponsorship Package Gary will recieve -

A Custom Graphics Kit
A set of Custom SVNX Race Gear
x3 V4 Off-Road Coaching Sessions
x2 Sets of Plews Tyres
x1 Chain and Sprocket Kit
x3 Race Entries for the 2026 Season

Without the generous support of the following companies this amazing package would not have been possible -

Stephen Flynn Developments
ACK Electrical and Alarms
NCO - Niall Clarke Oils
V4 Off-Road
SVNX Europe
TwoTwo95 Designs
Plews Tyres
CCM Racing

Wishing Gary the best of luck in the 2026 Season ☘️

Have your say for the 2026 season.

Motocross Ireland is asking all riders to complete our Riders Questionnaire.
🔗 [ https://forms.gle/5hA539P56Rimv8ao6 ]

This is your chance to:
• Have a real voice in shaping the 2026 season
• Share your views on race formats, classes, and events

Responses received before fixtures and formats are finalised will help shape the 2026 season, so please complete the questionnaire as soon as possible.

Please also share this link with fellow riders so we can hear from as many people as possible.

Also, a big well done to North Dublin Motocross Club on hosting the first practice event of 2026.
Despite a very frosty morning, it was great to see a strong turnout of riders - fair play to everyone who made the effort.

🚨 Important Notice – Youth Participant Passes 🚨

Youth Participant Passes are now available on the MCI website for €50.

These passes can be upgraded or traded in for a full competition licence at no additional charge later in the season.

⚠️ Please Note:
•⁠ ⁠A Parental Declaration Form is required for all youth applications
•⁠ ⁠Due to MCI verification, passes are NOT issued instantly
•⁠ ⁠Allow 7–14 days for processing

👉 Parents planning to attend training or events are strongly advised to apply well in advance.

Thank you to all who attended the 2026 Season Launch. A wonderful day was had with plenty of discussion, laughs and most importantly insight into what is in store for this upcoming season.

A big congratulations also to all of our raffle winners who took home some fantastic prizes on the day:

Winner of the 2026 licence voucher was Kaylem Flavin ( #30)

Winner of the Motocross Ireland Youth Sponsorship Package, Gary Costello ( #35)

Winner of Alpine Stars Gear donated by Croghan Industries, Neil O'Callaghan ( #2)

Winner of Fox V1 Helmet donated by CCM Racing, Karl Brady ( #24)

Winner of Custom Graphics Kit donated by TwoTwo95 Designs, James Callaghan ( #31)

Winner of €100 CCM Racing Voucher donated by Komplete Kitchens, Karile Packeviciute ( #43)

Winner of €100 V4 Off-Road Training Voucher donated by Komplete Kitchens, David Daniels ( #12)

Winner of €200 Motoklik Systems Voucher donated by Motoklik, Rachel Brophy ( #44)

Winner of €100 RM22 Racing Services donated by RM22 Racing Services, James Callaghan ( #8)

Winner of €150 Voucher donated by Inchaquire Industries, Terry Healy ( #15)

Winner of €200 241 Motorsports Training Voucher donated by 241 Motorsports, Fergus Sheehan ( #37)

Winner of Oakley Goggles donated by stephen Russell Motorcycles, Rachel Brophy ( #47)

This is the first event of this kind ran by MX Ireland (MX Committee) and we would like to thank all of the business' who were involved on the day for the support of this event.

🚨Not long left to go🚨

Make sure to RSVP before it's too late!!!

We’re firing up the 2026 season early! ⚡

The MX Ireland Preseason Launch hits Tullamore Court Hotel on Jan 3rd - bringing riders, shops, and suppliers together after the long break.

🎤 2026 Season Preview
🎟️ Raffles
🤝 Riders • Shops • Suppliers
🩺 Doctors on-site for medicals
Anti-Doping Seminar at 2:30pm on the day

Don’t sleep on it. 🏁🔥

Make sure to RSVP to be in with a chance to win a FREE licence voucher 👀

RSVP Here - https://form.jotform.com/253492468764067

🚨Youth Sponsorship Package – Raffle Prize🚨

One of our raffles will be for a Youth Sponsorship Package, created to directly support a young rider for the season ahead.

A number of generous companies — both from within the sport and from outside it — have come together to put this package together, with the aim of supporting youth riders and helping families with some of the real costs involved in racing.

The Youth Sponsorship Package includes:

- Custom printed SVNX race gear

- Custom printed bike graphics by TwoTwo95. Designs

- Two sets of Plews tyres

- Three V4MX coaching sessions

- One full chain & sprocket kit (to suit the bike of your choice)

- Three race entries

This package combines race-ready equipment, bike essentials, coaching, and entries - offering meaningful support to a youth rider and helping them progress in the sport.

The estimated value of this sponsorship package is €1,500.

🎟️ How to Enter:
To enter the raffle, simply scan one of the QR codes displayed around the venue on Saturday and follow the link to enter the draw.

💶 Ticket Prices:
• €5 per ticket
• 3 tickets for €10

All proceeds from this raffle go directly back into supporting youth motocross and grassroots racing.

📍January 3rd 2026, Tullamore Court Hotel 2:00pm