BSB News

'We've had a lot of changes during the off-season and the boys have put in a major amount of hard work in every department, so I'm really pleased' - Philip Neill

'We ran through a number of set-ups and put down some decent lap times, which were pretty steady and consistent. I'm 100 per cent happy with my side of the garage' - Josh Brookes

'It's one thing breaking your collarbone or shoulder, but when you break a bone in your neck it makes you think because you realise you could have been paralysed' - Marshall Neill

'We look forward to sharing with Samsung even further racing success that Honda Racing has enjoyed over the years' - Steve Martindale

'We worked hard and improved in certain areas but I feel we have still got some work to do before the first round at Brands Hatch. There is certainly much more to come from me and the bike' - Josh Elliott

'With John Simpson and Tom Weeden we believe we have two excellent riders who can carry us to the forefront in both of the championships we're contesting' - Paul Jinks

'I'll have Shakey Byrne and Stuart Easton to help me out. They're going to have a test on my bike and give me some feedback, so I have plenty of help' - Keith Farmer

'Last year took me by surprise if I'm honest because I was really only hoping to try and score points and I wasn't expecting to be able to do the full series' - Keith Farmer

'It was a great test for everyone involved and coming away from Almeria loving the bike and the team is a pretty positive start I'd say' - Jack Kennedy

Moto Rapido's new Ducati 1199 Panigale colour scheme will adopt a Ducati-red and Saudi Arabian-green inspired livery.

Robert Fearnall, former boss of Donington Park racing circuit, has died aged 57.

A series of important confirmations sees the 2012 MCE British Superbike Championship grid swell to 31 riders, with just two seats left to be filled.

Moto Rapido and Jentin Doodson take delivery of the Ducati 1199 Panigales they will be racing in the 2012 MCE British Superbike Championship.

'The extended area of run-off at the ultra fast Chris Curve section makes a significant difference to the safety of both riders and drivers' - Niall Mackenzie

"With people making comparisons to Casey Stoner we were surprised when no offers for a ride or sponsors came for 2012"

'I want to make the best of the testing time to properly change my style to suit the 'thousand' and make small steps towards becoming competitive in a very tough class' - Josh Elliott

"With factory built Panigales, plus backing from Ducati and John Hackett we have built strong foundations for 2012 and the future" - Tom Tunstall.

Anthony West to BSB with Supersonic Racing

Noriyuki Haga rides through the flames at Oulton Park BSB in 2004.

WSS race winner Luca Scassa and Ian Lowry will front Padgetts Honda's comeback MCE British Superbike Championship campaign in 2012.

Noriyuki Haga will ride in the 2012 MCE British Superbike Championship after his deal with Swan Yamaha is officially confirmed.

Sam Warren stays with Seton Yamaha for 2012 BSS season.

"I have had some offers to ride BSB, AMA, IDM and endurance racing... I'm just looking for the best way to go, and a team that can win!" - Anthony West.

Marino will be competing on British soil for the first time, while Laverty will be making his return from injury.