By Thrusting into fruition yesterday, the 2026 Briggs Equipment Northwest 200 (4th-9th of May) entry process is officially underway.
Teams already confirmed for Triangle course expeditions include Honda Racing UK (Dean Harrison/John McGuinness MBE), 8TEN Racing (Peter Hickman/Davey Todd), KTS Macadam Triumph Factory Racing (Dominic Herbertson), Team ILR with Frog Vehicle Developments (debutant Franco Bourne).
27th of February is the deadline day for competitors to disclose their intention to compete whilst it’s worth noting from studying the event technical regulations, these points:
Euro M-Sport are the sole, control fuel providers, the S1-R Paton as with the TT Races remains eligible for Super Twins/Sportbike contests.
All Twin/Sportbike models permitted to compete, must be manufactured since 2010.
The RPM (Revolutions Per Minute) limit designated to RS660 Aprilia’s stands at 11,500.
Superstock steeds cannot feature Camshaft, oil pump, cylinder head modifications.
Photo credit: Derek Wilson
Words by Stevie Rial #dontletfearcontrolyou
