A motorcyclist has died after a crash at a competition.

The man was racing on Sunday on the Killalane circuit near Skerries, north Dublin, when he came off his bike.

A trackside marshal was also injured in the accident but his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

A Garda spokesman said the accident happened in a race at 1.20pm and the rider was rushed to Beaumont Hospital in Dublin, where he was pronounced dead.

It is understood the biker, from Northern Ireland, was an experienced road racer having also competed in the Isle of Man TT and across Ireland, the UK and Europe.

Organisers called racing off early after a second accident.

RIP my best mate I will miss you for ever

4 years after darran, and now this. another dear friend, lovely bloke and a lad that turned up and rode his heart out, whatever the weather, wherever the circuit. once again i'm heartbroken, for the team, his family and his circle of friends. R.I.P mate, you'll be sadly missed.
ade!

R.I.P Victor

He is the second rider to die during a road race in the area this year after Myles Byrne from Knocklyon, south Dublin, was killed during the Skerries 100 in July.

Both events are organised by Loughshinny Motorcycle Club.

In a statement, the club management said: "Sadly he lost his life doing what he loved most. He will be dearly missed by his family, team and road racing family.

"The committee and members of the Loughshinny Motor Cycle Club extend their deepest sympathies to Victor's family and large circle of friends for their sad loss."

Mr Gilmore, 42, has three children Craig, Jodie and Nicole.

He was an experienced rider having competed in the Isle of Man TT, across Ireland, the UK and Europe.

The crash happened in the 600cc race at 1.20pm on Sunday.

A roadside marshal was also injured in the crash which spectators said appeared to happen when the rider's bike slipped underneath him.

R.I.P. Victor. Sincere Condolences to family, friends and supporters. He will, indeed, be missed. A special place in our memories.
Jan and Justine
Friends from Oz.

I've been avoiding posting because I didn't know what to say...

However, this is what you'll find on Victor's Facebook page and I think it sums him up wonderfully!

" Live life to the full, you never know whats ahead. Forgive quickly, kiss slowly and NEVER regret anything that makes you smile, be happy".

Thinking of his family,

Jo

It's very hard to put into words, what many people are feeling at this sad time, however, here is a little note of remembrance that I found, especially for Victor.




Malcolm