E63 - Five Minutes With Fletch - Martin Barr

In this episode of Five Minutes With Fletch, I sit down with Apico Honda Factory rider Martin Barr, a rider who has competed in the British Championship and been selected to represent Team Ireland for more years than I have been alive.

With 18 MXoN experiences under his belt, Martin shares some unforgettable moments from his career, including what links Desert Martin, Hawkstone and Redbud together. We dive into why this year’s Belfast Arenacross holds a special place in his heart and reminisce about the 20 years since his first pro podium finish.

Martin, known as one of the nicest guys in the paddock, opens up about the countless miles and hours he’s spent travelling as an Irish-born racer. He shares his thoughts on Team Ireland for MXON 2025 and why it almost meant hanging up his race boots, as well as the memories attached to his custom gear.

And let’s not forget, while he may be one of the friendliest faces around, he also mentions that he’s pretty particular when it comes to his bike setup, and when that helmet goes on, it’s all about focus!

Thanks to Martin Barr for the interview.

I hope you guys enjoy it.

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