[quote]I'm sure it will be a factory H2R. Should be very interesting to see how it stacks up to the race bikes. I think it will have enough engine and also have comparable handling on that course./quote]

On the fastest part of the course, Sulby straight, the Superbike spec machines are nudging 200mph so the 2R should be up around there but, obviously,much will depend on who's actually riding it and his course knowledge/experience. The tests I've read of the 2R mentioned the lack of low down grunt so it may not do so well round the twisty bits of the Island. Should wake up any sleeping residents though! JMO

Green how are you feeling,have you done a 500 mile day yet?

Nope...not yet...still feeling a bit under the weather.I wanna be in top shape when I ride any of these bikes.Definitely need yer head in the game....for sure.But I will be getting out again soon....I'm feeling better everyday.Thanks Darryl...;)

Grn, get off your butt and ride that thing, we're all waiting for the ride report.