Ian Soilleux

Ian started Racing in 1993 firstly with North Gloucester Road Racing Club and subsequently New Era Motorcycle Club, National Superteen Championship and East Midland Racing Association.

Ian took a break between 1997 until 2002 returning with Derby Phoenix in the F400/KR1 Cup and with Team Sparrow (Steve Jordon) in 2003.

Following another short break. Ian returned to NGRRC in 2005 and in 2006 joined BMCRC (Bemsee) racing in the Minitwin Class.

In 2009 Ian took a step back from racing in order to support his Brother, Jason during his Rookie year and until 2012 Ian continued to spanner and coach riders. Also becoming a Marshall but racing was still in his blood.

In 2014 Ian become one of the first club instructors with Bemsee.

In 2015 and 2016 Ian competed in the Manx GP and Jurby

Returning to Bemsee Ian continued instructing and mentoring up and coming riders and in 2019 BD Racing UK was formed with the Team’s Rider, Dan Singleton winning the Thunderbike Sport Class on the Teams CBR 600.

2020 brings new challenges and dreams with 2 riders in the BD Racing UK Stable.

#50 - Fred McMullan

After cutting his teeth at Motocross, aged 6 in 2013; Fred discovered his passion for motorcycles. This was encouraged by his parents and family.
His little 40cc ‘twist and go’ gave Fred the confidence to push himself further; to the point, whilst attempting a jump he broke the forks.
This did not deter Fred.

With the fire in Fred’s belly and oil running in his veins, he entered the British Minibike Championships aged 9 in 2017, competing in the standard class of Mini GP 140. With instant confidence, Fred took to the manual gearbox but lacked track experience.
With assistance from Charlie Hall, Head Coach of Racecraft Rider Development ; Fred was a sponge for knowledge and Charlie informed his family that Fred had the ability to put into action what he was being taught.

Continuing with BMB, Fred entered the Winter Series of 2017/2018 and all the hard effort paid off with Fred winning 2^nd in class. During the 2018 Summer Series, Fred enjoyed many ‘battles’ and with each race his confidence and experience grew. Although not achieving a finishing place higher than 3^rd on the podium; Fred ended the series in 4^th place overall. What next? 1 week before his 12^th birthday, Fred passed his ACU with ThundersportGB. Looking to compete in the Superteens Class during 2019, his Grandfather brought him an Aprilia RS125. It was an interesting season for Fred both gaining experience on a larger track and realising it is an expensive sport – going through 3 engines in 5 rounds!

Fred and his family persevered through the season and finished the season 3rd out of the Aprillas in the Superteens class .Fred ended the season on a restricted (because of his age) Kawasaki 300 and loved every minute of it. In 2020, Fred moved to the British Motorcycle Racing Club (BMCRC – Bemsee) to compete in the ACU Team Green Junior Cup and Team Green Championship on the ‘now’ de-restricted Ninja 300. His first round was at Brands Hatch on the Indy Circuit. Fred qualified, in the Junior Series in 4^th place and gainied two 4^th places and a 6^th finishing place with a DNF in Race 3.

Then Covid struck, blighting motorsport; and everything across the world. After a 5-month period, Racing returned to the stunning Cadwell Park and Fred qualified 7^th in the Junior Series of the ACU Team Green Cup.

Throughout the weekend, Fred gained his first podium finish with Bemsee finishing 3^rd on the 1^st race of the Sunday. Additionally, accumulating further championship points with two 4^th places and a 5^th.

Fred was spotted by Ian Soilleux (Team Manager) after being introduced by Foo Hinnells and discussions took place with regards Fred joining the BD Racing UK Team in order to further his development and racing experience within a structured Team dedicated to supporting club riders.

We look forward to working with Fred at the Final two Rounds of the Bemsee season and certainly next year

#25 - Harry Day

Aged 16, Harry got an Aprilia RS50 and cut his teeth riding on the Road. The next year (aged 17) Harry upgraded to a Yamaha R125.

And this is where it all started; the Yamaha was sold to purchase his first Race Bike - Suzuki SV650.  Supported by his father, Harry signed up with BMCRC (Bemsee) and obtained his ACU Licence. This was when Ian Soilleux first met Harry, as his Instructor.

In Harry's first year of racing in 2015, competing in the Rookie Minitwin Class he achieved three 3rd places and three 2nd places. Additionally within the 2015 Season Harry was fortunate enough for Ian Soilleux to secure a Wildcard Ride in the KTM Cup within British Superbikes (BSB).  Harry achieved 2 'top 10' finishes and was ecstatic.

Since 2015, Harry has competed within BMCRC (Bemsee) MRO Minitwins on and off for 5 years.

Harry is joining the BD Racing Team and shall be competing within the Thunderbike Sport class on the Team's Honda CBR600.

We are excited to be working with Harry for the 2021 Season.

#82 - Matt 'Foo' Hinnells

Matt Hinnells, or "Foo" as he is known in and around the paddock has been riding motorbikes since he was 11 on anything he could throw his leg over. In 2005 Foo brought his 1st track bike (Suzuki GSXR K2) as his friend had brought one also, and thought he would give riding on track ago.

After doing many track days, Foo’s friend thought he'd have a go at getting his race licence and race his bike. Needless to say, Foo followed. In 2006 Foo competed in his 1st ever race, in the Rookie 600's. Foo was 100% hooked and couldn't get enough. 14 years on Foo is still doing it and loving every minute of it, meeting new friends and new challenges along the way.

Foo raced in the Thunder Bike Extreme class on a 02 Aprilia Mille, since 2015, and proudly finished 2nd in the Championship for 2 seasons. Foo is also the Thunderbikes Extreme and Ultra’s rider’s rep. Previous to that Foo was competing in the Minitwins class for 6 years.

After taking a small sabbatical away from competing a full season last year, Foo is now back competing in the new Thunderbike Ultra class in 2020, that Foo was involved with creating. Foo has the fire back and ready to ruffle some feathers.

Foo will be competing in the Thunderbike Ultra class on a 2008 Yamaha R1 4c8.

#36 - Leo Soilleux

Welcome to the youngest member of the BD Racing UK Team.

Leo Soilleux has had the passion for motorcycle racing ever since he was taken to his first race by his father, Jason.

Both his father, Jason Soilleux and his Uncle Ian Soilleux (Founder of BD Racing UK) have motorcycle racing flowing through their veins and now it is time for the next generation to take to the Grid.

Leo shall be competing in 2020 in the British Mini Bike Championships  (BMB) within the Junior SM90 Bambino Class.

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Eddie Allen

Eddie certainly is the ‘character’ of the team.

We first met Eddie in 2016 when he was logistics and pit crew for Dan Singleton; who won the Rookie Minitwin Championship in 2016 and subsequently the MRO Minitwin Championship in 2018.

Eddie joined BD Racing in 2019 and continued to support Dan in achieving winning the MRO Thunderbike Sport Championship and 3^rd in the Minitwin Class

Eddie is well liked in the Paddock, Pits and Pit Lane and is often found during the day with a cup of Tea stuck to his hand when not:

• Changing wheels and tyres,
• De-glazing brake pads,
• Re-fuelling the bike or,
• Waving a pit board at the team rider

However, in the evening Eddie is usually found relaxing with a can of Fosters or in the bar with the other teams, networking.

David McMullan

David has always had a strong interest in bikes and has owned several including 2 Yamaha R1's and has enjoyed doing track days but has never raced himself.

He first got involved with racing through supporting his son Fred.

Firstly on a 30cc fully automatic Motorcross bike through British Mini Bikes/MiniGP and Thundersport and finally to Bemsee.

David is not a mechanic by any means but has always been willing to learn and to get his hands dirty and help out who ever or where ever he can.

He is also our chief beer taster which is a hard job to do but somebody has to do it!

Kevin Day

Kevin studied Mechanical & Electrical Engineering at Hackney Technical College.

Kevin always had a passion for motorcycles and started racing in the 1980's, mostly in the Formula Lightweight Racing Championships.

In 2015 Kevin started helping his son, Harrison (Harry)who commenced racing with BMCRC (Bemsee) within the Minitwin class.

Kevin still enjoys getting on track when he can for a wobble round with the boy, who's now a lot faster than he ever was.

Jason Soilleux

Jason started racing in 2009, following in his brother, Ian's footsteps.

The obvious transition was to assist his son, Leo in his passion for Motorcycle Racing.

Like father, like son.

Jason is not just Leo's Pit Crew, he is also:

• Head of Transport
• Head of Catering
• Head of First Aid
• Head of Morale

Dona Fennell

Its not just a case of looking after the bike but the team.

Dona plays a key part in the team, providing both moral support and sustenance in the form of International renowned:

• Bacon Sandwiches,
• Flapjacks and,
• Copious mugs of Tea and Coffee.

The famous saying is true: “Behind every successful Man; is a fantastic Woman”

Another one of Dona’s greatest attributes is how Dona remains so calm whilst the team is under great pressure.

Lesley Goulding

Lesley.... hospitality and owner of Lesley's cafe!

Lesley has always had a passion for motorbikes and cars and wanted to be a mechanic when she left school.

Lesley has supported Fred from the start of his riding and was known as "the mum" in the paddock at British Mini Bikes as she always had a plaster and a cuppa on hand for who ever needed one.

She now helps to keep team BD Racing fed and watered or should we say tea'd and still has the plasters.....just in case!

Brook Fennell

Well, what can we say?

Us aging Dinosaurs have no idea about modern technology and social media, so let’s introduce the ‘next generation’.

Brooke is an avid supporter of BD Racing UK and attends whenever is possible; next to her studies.

The majority of photographs posted and race results are thanks to Brooke.

When Brooke is not on her laptop or Phone, she is often seen helping Dona in boosting the team with cups of tea or coffee and flapjacks.