Road Racing News

'The bike is a beauty - we've made a few changes and the handlebars are set how I want them and now I'm just hoping for some dry time on the bike' - Michael Dunlop

'It is testament to the TT's enduring appeal that, while many other events are seeing their entry numbers and quality reduce, we are having to turn people away with entries oversubscribed for the majority of our races' - Paul Phillips

'We want to thank all those who have supported us in the past and hope you will continue with the support for our club' - Kells spokesperson

'It feels good to be bringing ValMoto out of retirement and returning to the roads seems a fitting and high profile way to make our return' - Jack Valentine

'Guy has been a regular with us for the past few years and to have him on the grid for 2013 is just fantastic news' - Kenny Loughrin

'I am sure the fans are going to love to see so many iconic Kawasakis all in the one place as well as the excellent list of riders representing the team' - Paul Phillips

'It's great to see a local rider coming through to make his debut ... I'm sure he's going to be one to watch in future years" - Paul Phillips

'I had a second place at the North West in 2010, the year before the crash, so there's still a box to be ticked here and so I am coming back to try to do it' - Stuart Easton

'This was not an easy decision for me and I will miss the team hugely' - Cameron Donald

'I did the TT in 2012 and I loved the roads and want to do more' - Karl Harris

'The R1 will have a load of electronic gadgets on board that I have never used on the roads before' - William Dunlop

'Everything's in place for me to have my best ever year at the TT' - Dan Stewart

Top Ducati teams Moto Rapido and Millsport Racing announce the formation of a joint effort to tackle the British Superbike Championship and the Isle of Man TT in 2013.

'I didn't just want to turn my back on road racing and walk away because I feel the sport is at a point where it is struggling a bit' - John Burrows

The Bush road races in Northern Ireland have been cancelled as the organisers struggle to meet soaring costs

'I have a winning machine and tyre package and now with the confidence that comes from wearing Shoei, I can concentrate on the day job' - Michael Dunlop

Veteran racer Jeremy McWilliams finishes as runner-up to Shawn Giles in annual Phillip Island Classic in Australia

'The documentary will provide an interesting and exciting insight into the Manx Grand Prix and the role it plays in real road racing' - Rob Hurdman

'The team are pushing the boat out for me this year and we are entering six races at the TT which means it's going to be a busy fortnight' - Dan Cooper

'I haven't made a decision on whether or not I'll go back again this year but it's something I have to decide' - Jeremy McWilliams

'The only race that matters is a big bike win at the TT - that's how you're remembered' - Michael Dunlop

'We've had lots of success at the TT which is great, but to see Adrian achieve those results that particular year was super-impressive' - Philip Neill

'The TT is back on the map worldwide and this campaign could well represent the start of a new era in motorcycle racing' - Paul Phillips

'It's just come to that time now and it's no big deal. I'm happy enough with my career when I look back at it' - Adrian Archibald