Get set for the MCN Festival
Enter a team and revel in the madness at the Devitt MCN Festival of Motorcycling
Moped Mayhem, the wild and wacky endurance race that was the highlight of the old BMF shows in the 1980s and 90s, is making its longawaited comeback at the Devitt MCN Festival on May 15-16 and you could be on the grid!
Moped Mayhem is the most affordable racing there is, it’s also the most fun with the best paddock atmosphere bar none. Now is the time of year when bargains are being snapped up and bikes prepped, so if you want to be involved in next year’s Festival race you’d better get in the shed and start twirling those spanners. There are three classes of machine eligible to race in Moped Mayhem: 50cc two-stroke geared, 50cc automatic and the Honda C90/ Yamaha 80 class. All engines must come from road-going models but the frame can be modified. It’s a four-hour endurance race so you’ll need between two and four riders aged from 16 to 65.
The best place to start is the Moped Mayhem Events Facebook page. Here you’ll find the full list of regs and an active group including bikes, parts and services for sale. Or you can contact the organisers Rob and Suzi Bull direct on mopedmayhem@outlook.com
Ride the new 2021 bikes
The Devitt MCN Festival is the only place in the UK where you can ride the latest 2021 bikes from all the major manufacturers all in the same place. It’s no exaggeration to say that there are hundreds of test ride slots all up for grabs. From cruisers to sportsbikes to learner friendly machines, they’re all just waiting for you to jump on board.
Watch some dirt track racing The Dirt Track Riders Association will be holding a packed round of full-on racing at the Festival. Races include everything from junior (7-11 year olds) to the dramatic, heavyweight Hooligan class that sees 1000cc★ machines thunder round the dirt oval.
Wild action in the Extreme Bike battle stunt show Combining BMX, trials and a high flying FMX show, Extreme Bike
Battle is one of the most thrilling stunt shows in the UK. From inchperfect trials and BMX tricks to the incredible aerial displays of the FMX riders, the Extreme Bike Battle is a demonstration of supreme bike control and not to be missed.
Stock up the kit cupboard
If it’s bargains you’re after then the Festival is the place to be. We’ve got acres of retail stands selling everything from discounted clothing to top-notch gear from premier brands.
Classic two stroke display Yamaha’s beloved RD LC was 40 years old during 2020 and we’re creating an extra special belated birthday party at the Festival with a two-stroke display, fire-ups and stage talks. Plus, if you turn up on a road-legal two-stroke of 125cc or over, you’ll be able to park in the VIP bike park, Elsie’s Shed.