By Nathan Harrison’s family run H&H Motorcycles team have secured Honda UK satellite outfit status for this year’s TT Races, as the 2019 Senior Manx Grand Prix winner targets uncorking new levels around the fabled, mythical Mountain Course.
Two years a part of the factory Honda Racing UK fold, Harrison at TT 2024, surpassed the 129-mph lap barrier for the first time, finished a very creditable seventh in the Milwaukee Senior race.
Speaking about TT 2025 plans, the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company supported rider, stated:
“We are looking forward to running our own team headed up by my Dad Dean, who has brought in additional team members with lots of TT specific knowledge and experience.
My injury last year meant I came into the TT unprepared and far from fit so to come away with seventh in the Senior TT and a new PB was extremely pleasing.
My TT career’s still very much in its infancy and I’ve plenty of years ahead of me but I know in my head what I’m capable of.
I’m not going to reach the level of Hicky (Peter Hickman), Michael (Dunlop) or Davey (Todd) this year, but the aim is to bridge the gap to that next group.”
Harrison, confirmed to return to the Supersport TT field, astride CBR 600RR Honda apparatus, added:
“The likes of John, James (Hillier) and Jamie (Coward) are my next benchmark so we’ll see what we can do.
I’m looking forward to getting back on the 600 to get the all-important laps in, but the 1000cc races are what I enjoy the most. Since the Superbike’s better than me at-the moment, it makes sense to stick with the Superstock bike – the more I can learn, the better I’ll be.”
In terms of details around Honda UK’s continued support, the most successful marque in TT Races history, are confirmed to be preparing Superstock tackle, helping supply specific parts to enhance above-showcased Supersport metal.
“Through the relationships forged, not least with Harv (Beltran) who supported me greatly and continues to do so, I’m pleased to have retained Honda’s support.
The supply of the Superstock bikes is a great boost, and I still chat to all the guys regularly.
I’ll be in a different team in 2025, but they will still be around to advise and help if I ask, which as a rider is great for the confidence.”
Quotes via TT Races press team.
Photo courtesy of TT Races press team.
Words by Stevie Rial #dontletfearcontrolyou
