By Classic TT podium finishers Team York Suzuki by Motul Oils/Talk of the Town, TT 2026 assignment sees them keep Joey ‘Yorkshire’ Thompson’s services, equipping him with dependable GSX-R1000 Suzuki metal.
Amongst the ‘125 Mph Club’, Thompson (PB lap-speed – 125.415 mph), who will pilot TH Racing Honda, Aprilia steeds in the Supersport, Sportbike races of TT 2026, stands presently, eighty eighth on the all-time fastest TT competitors list.
Team York Suzuki, Team Manager, Kevin Pearson is confident the twenty-seven times Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough race winner can push this June for strong 1000cc race finishes.
“I can speak on behalf of the whole team in saying how pleased we are that Joey has agreed to pilot the GSX-R once again for us in 2026.
Joey has shown maturity, professionalism and commitment both on and off the bike. Everybody involved in the team has raced themselves, so we understand what it takes just to pull your leathers on.
Together, we are confident he can build on his previous results.”
2018 Lightweight TT top five finisher Thompson, added:
“I really enjoy collaborating with the team at York Suzuki. They give me the opportunity and tools to go racing in a pressure-free environment, allowing me to enjoy myself and just focus on my riding.
The Suzuki has proven its reliability, finishing all the races we have started on it. For 2026, I have no big expectations.
I just want to go out there and enjoy riding the best course in the world.”
Quotes courtesy of TT Races press team.
Photo courtesy of TT Races press team.
Words by Stevie Rial #dontletfearcontrolyou
