GALLERY: Bikes, nostalgia, famous names and paddock scenes at Classic Bike Festival Ireland

By Kyle White

News Letter Assistant Sports Editor

Published 3rd Aug 2025, 12:18 GMT

Updated 3rd Aug 2025, 12:27 GMT

Pictures from the GO Classic Ireland Bike Festival at Bishopscourt in Co Down, where the final Joey 25 Celebration parade laps are taking place to mark 25 years since the tragic passing of the Northern Ireland motorcycling legend.

The annual festival began on Friday and ends on Sunday, August 3.

9. British Superbike champion Kyle Ryde set a new record in the GP250 class on his way to victory at Bishopscourt

Classic Bike Festival Ireland Photo: Rod Neill/Pacemaker Press

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10. Gary Dunlop catches up with Roger Marshall and Danny Kent at the Classic Bike Festival at Bishopscourt Racing Circuit on Saturday

Classic Bike Festival Ireland Photo: Pacemaker Press

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11. Danny Kent was a winner in the Open Invitation race on the McAMS Yamaha at the Classic Bike Festival

Classic Bike Festival Ireland Photo: Pacemaker Press

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12. Former road racing star Phillip McCallen is the co-organiser of the Classic Bike Festival Ireland

Classic Bike Festival Ireland Photo: Pacemaker Press

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