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International Historic Racing Organisation · Since 1980

Historic racing.
Pure passion.

Classic Grand Prix motorcycles, legendary European circuits and close racing between riders who keep motorsport history alive.

International Historic Racing Organisation

About IHRO

Racing history
in motion.

IHRO brings riders and enthusiasts together to race historic motorcycles as they were meant to be experienced: at speed, on track.

The International Historic Racing Organisation preserves the spirit of classic motorcycle competition. Our paddock combines authentic machines, international friendship and serious racing at some of Europe’s most iconic circuits.

Authentic machines Period-correct motorcycles with real racing heritage.
International racing Events and riders from across Europe.
Open paddock A passionate community built around the sport.

2027 Championship

The new season
starts here.

IHRO returns to some of Europe’s great racing circuits in 2027. Eight race meetings are planned across Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and beyond.

Become part of the grid

Race with IHRO.

Do you race a suitable historic motorcycle and want to compete at classic race meetings across Europe? Discover the IHRO regulations and enter one of our 2027 events.

Historic motorcycles Classic racing motorcycles built up to 31 December 1972, in accordance with the IHRO technical regulations.
Three IHRO classes IHRO1, IHRO2 and IHRO350 bring different historic racing machines together on the same grid.
European race meetings Compete at classic circuits and road racing events with an international IHRO paddock.

From the 2026 season

Hockenheim

Three classic racers side by side during the final meeting of the 2026 IHRO season.

  • #21 Jan Frank Bakker · ABSAF
  • #4 Ed Tieleman · Norton Manx
  • #33 Niels Gerritsen · Honda CB500 Four

International Historic Racing Organisation

Keep racing history alive.

Whether you want to race, visit an event or simply learn more about IHRO, you are welcome to become part of our international historic racing community.