Isle of Man TT races day three complete for Honda Racing UK
Much like day two, perfect weather conditions and no delays gave all riders the opportunity to get dialled in early in the split session.
John’s standing start lap on the Superbike specification Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade was completed at an average of 130.163mph. Opting to ride straight on for a second lap, John was forced to roll out of the lap at Governor’s Bridge due to a non racing related emergency that required an ambulance to make use of the road. Despite the reduced effort, the lap was still timed at 130.863mph with a speed trap of 189mph.
The evening session saw John qualify the Superstock specification Fireblade with two laps complete. Despite wind conditions picking up, John comfortably lapped at 129.3mph, with a marginally quicker speed trap of 189.9mph.
Dean Harrison showed strong form again, opting to ride the Superstock spec’ CBR1000RR-R Fireblade. His standing start lap of 133.362mph, putting him comfortably at the top of the Superstock pack. Asserting dominance, Dean’s second lap was the fast lap of any bike on day three, at 133.867mph.
On the Supersport spec’ Honda CBR600RR Dean opened the session with confirmation that the electrical issue from day two had been dialed out. Once happy, Dean settled into a comfortable groove and finished the session with a 127.242mph lap, putting him third fastest in the demanding Supersport class.
Dean Harrison
I’m comfortable on all three bikes, I enjoyed riding today but found myself rushing a few sections. I know if I wind it back a little, I’ll be quicker. I’ll have a rest tomorrow and keep chipping away on Friday.
John McGuinness MBE
It’s always good to come in and see 130mph laps on the screen, I was riding within myself as well and felt like I had more to give before the second flying lap was cut short. I’ll work to optimise the settings on the Superstock bike on Friday and continue to enjoy myself on the big Superbike.
A rest day for the riders but not for the team, as preparations for the final day of qualifying on Friday take shape.