The 19 time TT winner will be racing under the RLR racing team colours. This is Honda's way of throwing its weight behind the CBR 500, which many critics said did not deserve the CBR tag.
In June, the world will know what the CBR 500R is made of as it will be raced by McGuiness. McGuiness - Quote:
"It was strange sitting on the sidelines last year while the race was on, particularly as the Senior was cancelled as well. It's an interesting class and will present different challenges to the other races but I'm looking forward to having a crack. The team undoubtedly has a lot to do in a short space of time to be ready but I've got every faith in them."Phil Morris, Team Owner, RLR Racing Team - Quote:
"We got the new bike delivered last week and we've already spent time with it on the dyno. We know we have a lot to do, but it's an exciting opportunity and John is really up for it. We have a great bike and the best rider so the aim is to be on the top step of the podium this year."
The CBR will be entered in the Lightweight category. Last year it was won on a Kawasaki ER-6. Last year this category was dominated by the Kawas, this year McGuiness will be hoping to change that completely aboard the CBR 500R.