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EBC-Equipped Smyth Continues Northern Irish Campaign on R1 Superbike

Sam — Wed, 07 May 2025 09:34:56 +0000

The BSB racer uses EBC braking components on his fleet of race bikes

Northern Ireland-based Andrew Smyth of Parker Car Transport Racing outfit has successfully competed in BSB’s Superstock 600 series for the last few years, using EBC braking components for much of this time.

Following a successful weekend in the debutant round of the Ulster Superbike Championship at Bishopscourt recently to start his season, we next caught up with Smyth at the opening round of the Big 3 Series with Belfast & District Motorcycle Club, held across two Northern Ireland venues: Bishopscourt and Kirkistown circuits.

Smyth uses 91��ý Racing’s GPFAX pads and X-Series floating discs on his new Parker Car Transport Yamaha R1 Superbike this year.

You can read how the weekend panned out in the team’s own words below…

Easter Weekend Race Report – Bishopscourt & Kirkistown

“What a weekend! Wet, wild, and full of learning as we kicked off the Easter race weekend with action at Bishopscourt Race Circuit on Friday and Saturday, followed by Kirkistown Circuit on Easter Monday for the opening round of the Big 3 Series with Belfast & District Motorcycle Club.”

Friday – Bishopscourt (Qualifying):
“Conditions were tough. It was our first time running the Parker Yamaha R1 in the wet, and without any wet testing beforehand, we qualified 28th on the grid. Unfortunately, due to torrential rain, the rest of the day’s racing was cancelled.”

Saturday – Bishopscourt (Race Day):
“The weather was still sketchy, but thanks to the MRRCI and their effort to clear standing water with a road sweeper, racing was able to go ahead.

“Race 1: Got a poor start but fought through the field to finish 15th.

“Race 2: Much stronger start, battled my way up to a solid 9^th-place finish. Really enjoyed carving through the pack in tricky conditions.”

Easter Monday – Kirkistown (Big 3 Series Round 1):
“Morning delays due to changing weather and red flags pushed qualifying back to 1pm.

“Unfortunately, I ran into issues just two laps in and had to return to the pits. Managed one flying lap when I got back out, but it wasn’t enough to improve much, placing me 15th on the grid.

“Race: With more delays pushing racing into the late afternoon, we only got one race in. Starting from 15th, I fought my way through a tough field to finish in 7th place. Still feel like there’s more potential to unlock on the bigger bike, but we’re moving in the right direction.”

Weekend Summary:
“A challenging but productive weekend in extremely wet conditions. Happy to have scored valuable championship points, currently sitting 10th overall. My goal was to be inside the top 10 across the weekend – and I’m proud to say I achieved that in every race.

“Massive thanks to the track personnel, flag marshals, medics, and photographers for braving the storm and keeping the wheels turning. Your efforts do not go unnoticed.

“Finally, sending best wishes to Loris Britton after a nasty crash at Kirkistown. Wishing you a full and speedy recovery.

“Also, a huge thank-you to my sponsors.”

Pic credit: Bean Mac & David Maginnis

Connect with Andrew Smyth for more news and information:

GPFAX Pads

EBC’s GPFAX Sintered Race Brake Pads are for RACE ONLY use.��This is a blend of brake pad that has higher friction and far better grip than any other brake product on the market.

X-Series Floating Discs

Since their introduction, EBC’s ultra-lightweight floating motorcycle rotors have become one of the worlds best selling lightest and best performing discs available for all modern sport bikes.

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Podium for EBC-Equipped Ulster Superbike Racer Smyth

Sam — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:01:19 +0000

Andrew Smyth entrusts 91��ý components on his Kawasaki race bike

Northern Ireland-based Andrew Smyth of the Andrew Smyth Racing outfit has successfully competed in BSB’s Superstock 600 series for the last few years.

Riding on a Kawasaki ZX6R 600cc superbike, Smyth uses 91��ý Racing’s GPFAX sintered motorsport brake pads (up front) and HH sintered brake pads (on the rear), as well as X-Series floating discs.

In-between his BSB campaign, Smyth has found the time to compete in some Ulster Superbike Championship rounds.

The latest Ulster Superbike Championship leg took him to back to Kirkistown Racing Circuit for the fourth round of the 2024 season. Here, Smyth clinched an overall podium after some solid driving across the whole weekend.

You can read how it unfolded in his own words below…

“This was a two-day race meeting, with two championship races on each day and also a bonus shootout race.”

Qualifying: 3^rd

Race 1: 4^th

Race 2: 4^th

Race 3: 4^th

Race 4: 3^rd

Shootout Race: 2^nd

“I was happy to come away with 3^rd overall.

“Massive thanks to all involved with the running of the race; as it was a very well run event with lots of track time for everyone.”

Pic credit: Jimmy Graham

Connect with Andrew Smyth Racing for more news and information:

GPFAX Pads

EBC’s GPFAX Sintered Race Brake Pads are for RACE ONLY use.��This is a blend of brake pad that has higher friction and far better grip than any other brake product on the market.

X-Series Floating Discs

Since their introduction, EBC’s ultra-lightweight floating motorcycle rotors have become one of the worlds best selling lightest and best performing discs available for all modern sport bikes.

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EBC BSB Racer Achieves More Podiums in Guest Ulster Superbike Championship

Sam — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:32:54 +0000

Andrew Smyth uses EBC’s braking components on his Kawasaki race bike

Northern Ireland-based Andrew Smyth of the Andrew Smyth Racing outfit has successfully competed in BSB’s Superstock 600 series for the last few years.

As well as the first few rounds of BSB, Smyth has also been competing in some guest series for the first half of 2024, not least in the Ulster Superbike Championship.

The fourth round of this particular series took the roadshow back to Kirkistown Racing Circuit, where Smyth pulled another overall podium out of the bag following a fantastic weekend’s racing action.

Read how he got on below in his own words…

“I recently took part in the fourth round of the Ulster Championship at Kirkistown.”

Qualifying:

“I ended up qualifying on the front row of the grid in 4^th position; whilst I was happy with a front-row start, I wasn’t really feeling very comfortable on the bike so we made a few changes for the first race.”

Race One:

“I got a great start and was able to go with the front guys, still wasn’t getting the feeling I was used to from the bike, but was very happy to bring it home in 3^rd.

Race Two:

“We made some more changes before the start of the race, got off to another great start and this time the bike felt like my own, I crossed the line in 4^th position to give 3^rd overall on the day, so all in all a good day at the office.

“Massive thanks to the Belfast & District Motorcycle Club Limited, Scrutineers, Marshalls and first aid for a very well run event.

“Thanks as always to the guys that keep the wheels turning.”

Pic credits: David Doherty Photography and James McGann

Connect with Andrew Smyth Racing for more news and information:

GPFAX Pads

EBC’s GPFAX Sintered Race Brake Pads are for RACE ONLY use.��This is a blend of brake pad that has higher friction and far better grip than any other brake product on the market.

X-Series Floating Discs

Since their introduction, EBC’s ultra-lightweight floating motorcycle rotors have become one of the worlds best selling lightest and best performing discs available for all modern sport bikes.

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Superbike Racer Andrew Smyth Shows Promise at Kirkistown Race

Sam — Fri, 05 Apr 2024 11:21:27 +0000

The EBC-equipped racer is warming up for another BSB season

Northern Ireland-based Andrew Smyth of the Andrew Smyth Racing outfit has successfully competed in BSB’s Superstock 600 series for the last few years.

During the BSB off-season, he has been competing in various races around Northern Ireland, including the first round of the Ulster Superbike Championship held at Bishopscourt Racing Circuit, Downpatrick, at the end of March, in treacherous conditions.

Directly following on from this race, it was over to Kirkistown Racing Circuit for the second round, which thankfully was set under much more favourable weather.

Andrew’s team explains how he got on here below.

Easter Monday (1 April) – Kirkistown

“I qualified in 3^rd position, feeling very comfortable with my wet setup. In Race 1, I got a good start, but dropped a few positions towards the end of the race, finishing in 5^th position.

“Race 2 was a similar race, with me taking 5^th at the line.”

“My next outing will be Oulton Park for the BSB, in just over three weeks’ time.

“Thanks must go to both of the organising clubs, marshalls, all track personal for two very well-run events. Not forgetting Dad and Krissy for keeping the bike on point, Mum and Jodie for the catering and Ellen on pit board duties.

“Usual shout out to the people that make it happen.”

Connect with Andrew Smyth Racing for more news and information:

GPFAX Pads

EBC’s GPFAX Sintered Race Brake Pads are for RACE ONLY use.��This is a blend of brake pad that has higher friction and far better grip than any other brake product on the market.

X-Series Floating Discs

Since their introduction, EBC’s ultra-lightweight floating motorcycle rotors have become one of the worlds best selling lightest and best performing discs available for all modern sport bikes.

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