By Banbridge’s Shaun Anderson TT 2026 venture, will see him switch from Suzuki to BMW tackle (M1000RR model), having signed for Rico Penzkofer’s twice IRRC Superbike Champions, Superstock TT podium finishers Penz13.com.
Last year’s Tandragee 100 Man of the Meeting, 2024 Senior Classic Manx Grand Prix victor Anderson TT Races resume boasts 130 Mph Club membership, five top ten finishes, twenty-eight top 20 finishes, top ten Superbike/Senior race results.
Underrated by some, road racing insiders know fully his talent, potential, Mountain Course racing aptitude.
New suitor, Germany’s second quickest TT Races participant Rico Penzkofer, echoed these sentiments:
“We are-very-pleased to welcome Shaun to the team for the 2026 TT. He is a very experienced rider on the Mountain Course and has shown strong, consistent performances in recent years.
His approach and understanding make him a-very-good fit for our team.
We believe the BMW will suit him well across the Superbike, Superstock and Senior races, and we are confident we can work together to achieve strong results.”
Twenty fifth fastest TT competitor in history, Anderson added:
“I would like to thank Rico for the opportunity. 2026 will be a big year for me, the start of a new project with a new team and manufacturer.
I am sure the BMW will be a step forward. It has been the machine to be on for the last couple of years. Having just one big bike to concentrate on without the compromise of switching between bikes will make a-big difference.
Rico has been to the TT as both a competitor and a team owner, so he understands the demands, and when you look at the riders he has worked with over the years shows the pedigree.
I am excited for the year ahead, and as always, I would like to thank my family and sponsors for making this all possible.”
Quotes courtesy of TT Races press team.
Words by Stevie Rial #dontletfearcontrolyou
