Yvonne Montgomery
Motorcycle racing // Belfast, Northern Ireland
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From equestrian pro to motorcycle racer at 47, Yvonne Montgomery races at 210km/h against all competitors, proving passion knows no age limit in motorsports.
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Yvonne Montgomery defied conventional expectations by launching her motorsports career at 47 years old, transforming from an equestrian professional into a fearless motorcycle road racer who competes against men and women alike at speeds exceeding 210km/h.
EARLY YEARS
Before her racing career, Montgomery worked in the equestrian business, buying and selling horses. Her life changed dramatically in 2004 when, at age 47, she experienced her first motorcycle ride on a Honda 750. The exhilaration of that initial experience captivated her completely, prompting her to purchase her own motorcycle and pass her riding test just two months later in December 2004[1].
EARLY SUCCESS
After her introduction to motorcycling, Yvonne quickly immersed herself in the racing world by joining the Belfast and District Motor Club after visiting a motor show in Belfast. She demonstrated remarkable adaptability, transitioning from a complete novice to a committed racer with impressive speed. Rather than letting her late start in motorsports discourage her, Montgomery embraced the challenge head-on, showing unusual determination to master the sport despite beginning when most racers might be considering retirement[1].
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2017: Achieved personal best performances at the Ulster Grand Prix after recovering from a severe injury[2].
- Multiple years: Competed in prestigious road racing events including the Isle of Man TT and Manx Grand Prix[3][5].
- Multiple years: Participated in the Cookstown 100 and NW200 races as a respected competitor[2].
- 2023: Concluded her remarkable racing career with a formal retirement[4].
REPUTATION
In the motorsports community, Montgomery is known for her exceptional grit and resilience, particularly highlighted by her comeback from serious injury to achieve personal bests at the 2017 Ulster Grand Prix. She earned respect not by asking for special treatment as an older female competitor, but by racing on equal terms with all racers regardless of age or gender. Yvonne’s approach to racing emphasized that once the helmet goes on, she’s simply a racer focused on the challenge ahead. Her tenacity in a sport often perceived as unforgiving has made her an inspirational figure, demonstrating what determination and passion can accomplish regardless of when one begins their journey[1][2].
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
Following her retirement in 2023, Yvonne is no longer actively competing in motorsports events[4].
References:
Profile of Yvonne Montgomery describing her entry into motorcycling
Article about Montgomery’s Ulster Grand Prix performance
Racing record including Isle of Man TT and Manx Grand Prix
Announcement of retirement in 2023
Additional race information and records
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