Month: December 2022

Arthur Belsey RIP.

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It is with great sadness that the family of Arthur Belsey have to announce his passing on 27th December 2022.

Arthur died unexpectedly in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

He leaves behind partner Lynn and sons Lee and Tony.


(Thanks Gordon Shand for passing this message on)

Int. Sidecar Trophy Calendar 2023

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From Eckart

1) 21.-24.4.2023 Brünn / CZ (Garageplace possible)

2) 19-21.5.2023 Rijeka / Croatien (3 Races, no licens required, Garagplace possible)

3) 02-04.6.2023 Schleiz

4) 10-11.6.2023 Nürburgring

5) 14-16.7.2023 Most /CZ (no licens required

6) 26-27.8.2023 Red Bull Ring ( 3 Races, no licens required, Garageplace possible)

7) 7-08.10 2023 Oschersleben Sidecar Festival

Find entryform: www.sidecar-trophy.de

Guest welcome, 600cc and 1000cc classes, Prototype Bikes possible

Bye Eckart and Carlo

Update on the plans so far for the 2023 British Championship, from Mike Dommett

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To give an overview of plans for 2023 at this stage……

2023 Dates as per the following;

  • 29th April – 1st May Oulton Park BSB
  • 19th- 21st May Donington Park BSB
  • 7th – 9th July Snetterton BSB
  • 5th – 6th August Cadwell Revival BMCRC
  • 11th – 13th August Thruxton BSB
  • 2nd – 3rd September Knockhill Jock Taylor
  • 13th – 15th Brands Hatch BSB

3 Classes,

  • F600 GP – As Per FIM Regulations
  • F600 Cup – As per FIM Regulations, BUT no magnesium wheels with a 395kg Minimum weight
  • F2 SuperCup – As Per FSRA Regulations

Full regulations to follow –

  • The Kawasaki 636 Will be permitted within both F600 Classes But will need to carry an additional 10kg weight.
  • £1000 entry for all 7 rounds. Info on how to pay TBC
  • Avon tyres to support the 2023 season, On going talks with Hoosier Tyres for 2024 going forwards.
  • Maximum of 4 tyres per meeting (Not Including wets)
  • Worst 2 race results TO BE dropped from Points.
  • BSB Officials to oversee and implement all technical regulations.

Have a great Christmas all!

More details to follow.

Mike Dommett

CEO – The British Motorcycle Racing Club