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In a thrilling new partnership, Triumph Motorcycles has teamed up with the Dirt Store Racing team to make waves in the 2025 British Motocross Championship. This powerhouse collaboration unites Triumph's elite engineering with Dirt Store Racing's deep motocross expertise, setting the stage for an exhilarating season across both the MX1 and MX2 classes.
The newly formed Dirt Store Triumph Racing team will feature a formidable three-rider lineup, headlined by motocross veteran Tommy Searle, rising star Joel Rizzi, and promising young talent Billy Askew. Each rider is geared up to deliver high-powered performances as they aim for podium finishes and push Triumph’s new TF models to their limits.
Returning to MX2, Tommy Searle is eager to add to his 2024 success after finishing second in the ACU British Championship, where he consistently claimed podium finishes in 66% of his races. Searle will ride the cutting-edge TF 250-X, bringing his experience and hunger for the championship title back to the track. He’s joined in MX2 by 17-year-old prodigy Billy Askew, who will make his mark on Triumph’s new machine following an impressive debut season in both European and UK competitions in 2024.
Meanwhile, Joel Rizzi, a crowd favorite, is making the exciting leap to the MX1 class on the all-new TF 450-RC. Rizzi's blistering speed and fierce determination are well-suited for the TF 450-RC as he hunts for his first MX1 victory in the upcoming season.
With Triumph and Dirt Store Racing leading the charge, the 2025 season is set to be a groundbreaking year for British motocross fans, and Lings Triumph is thrilled to be part of it!
Follow all the action and exclusive updates through Lings as Triumph takes on the UK’s toughest tracks, bringing British engineering and motocross excellence to the forefront. Get ready to witness the excitement up close—visit us at Lings Powersports to explore the new TF 250-X and TF 450-RC models. Join us in cheering on the Dirt Store Triumph Racing team and experience the thrill of British motocross at its best!
This partnership with Dirt Store marks a historic move for Triumph, which has recently launched its first-ever motocross bikes, the TF 250-X and the TF 450-RC. Developed by world-class Triumph engineers alongside Motocross legends, these models boast unmatched power-to-weight ratios, setting a new standard in the motocross industry. Triumph’s Head of Global Racing Programs, Ian Kimber, sees this partnership as the perfect opportunity to showcase Triumph's racing pedigree:
"Signing the Dirt Store team to represent Triumph in the British and European championships is an exciting step in our racing journey," says Kimber. "With a mix of seasoned and upcoming riders, and Triumph and Dirt Store’s mutual commitment to the sport, this partnership is poised to bring British talent to the forefront."
Devron Boulton, General Manager for Triumph GB, shares Kimber's excitement:
"As we move into our second season, teaming up with Dirt Store to champion off-road racing in the UK is an incredible milestone for Triumph. With Tommy, Joel, and Billy on board, we have a winning mix of experience and fresh energy that fans won’t want to miss.”
The team will be led by the highly respected Jon Giffard, Dirt Store Triumph Racing’s Team Manager, who has worked closely with both Searle and Rizzi in the past. Giffard expresses his excitement about the new era for Dirt Store Racing:
"Taking this step with Triumph Racing and our new lineup on the TF models is a dream come true. Thanks to Triumph UK&I and our sponsors, we’re ready to make a mark in 2025.”
Each rider is equally thrilled about the collaboration. Searle calls the opportunity a "game-changer" as he joins a British brand with strong momentum in motocross. Rizzi shares his excitement about stepping up to MX1 with Triumph Racing, and Askew, impressed with Triumph's investment in the sport, is ready to tackle his second season in style.