The Peoria Motorcycle Club TT, located in the Peoria, Illinois area, is home to one of the most iconic and challenging races on the American Flat Track circuit: the Peoria TT. This isn't your average oval. The TT designation means it's a mixed-surface course, with a signature right-hand turn and a jump that separates the contenders from the pretenders. Expect a track that tests riders' adaptability and bike setup skills. What sets Peoria apart is its history and the dedicated club that maintains the tradition. It's a proper club venue, so you'll likely find a more grassroots, community-focused atmosphere than at some larger, commercially-driven racing events. While I can't give you exact specifics on non-AFT event schedules or ticket prices, keep an eye out for spectator events, club races, and practice days. If you're a flat track enthusiast looking for a taste of old-school racing with a unique track layout, Peoria TT should be on your list. Be prepared for a slightly more rustic experience than a modern stadium, but the racing action is the real draw.
Watch: Peoria Motorcycle Club TT
Know Before You Go
- Event nights
- Flat-track ovals typically run Saturday-night programs through summer. Classes range from amateur to AFT-sanctioned national events. Expect $15-35 general admission.
- What you'll see
- Riders slide bikes sideways through corners with no front brake, using throttle and rear brake to steer. Modern AFT bikes hit 130+ mph on the straights of mile ovals.
- Bring
- Earplugs (open-piped V-twins are loud), a stadium chair for shorter venues, and binoculars for mile-long tracks where the far straight is a quarter-mile away.