Isle of Man TT

Isle of Man TT (Isle of Man Tourist Trophy, Tourist Trophy) - motorcycle races that take place annually on the Isle of Man in the Irish Sea for many years considered the most prestigious motorcycle races in the world. Isle of Man TT was one of the stages of the World Championship ring-road motorcycle races from 1949 to 1976. Because of the extreme danger of the route after the 1976 phase was transferred to the UK, in 1977 there took place Moto Grand Prix of Great Britain under the control of the International Motorcycle Federation. In order to maintain its status as the race Isle of Man TT have become part of the Formula 1 TT Championship from 1977 to 1990. Since 1989, they are held under the control of the Isle of Man Department of Tourism as a festival Isle of Man TT.

Isle of Man TT (Isle of Man Tourist Trophy, Tourist Trophy) - motorcycle races that take place annually on the Isle of Man in the Irish Sea for many years considered the most prestigious motorcycle races in the world. Isle of Man TT was one of the stages of the World Championship ring-road motorcycle races from 1949 to 1976. Because of the extreme danger of the route after the 1976 phase was transferred to the UK, in 1977 there took place Moto Grand Prix of Great Britain under the control of the International Motorcycle Federation. In order to maintain its status as the race Isle of Man TT have become part of the Formula 1 TT Championship from 1977 to 1990. Since 1989, they are held under the control of the Isle of Man Department of Tourism as a festival Isle of Man TT.

As the riders prepare for the big race, Craig Doyle, Steve Parrish and James Whitham look at how the island itself prepares for the his unique and prestigious event.

Craig Doyle, Steve Parrish, James Whitham and Steve Plater take a look at the main contenders, their machines and the unique test that is the 37-mile Mountain Course.

The first chance to see how the bikes and riders tackle the challenge of the 37-mile Mountain Course. Craig Doyle, Steve Parrish, James Whitham and Steve Plater look back at six days of practice and qualifying - an indicator to the form of the riders going into the race next week.

The big 1000cc Superbikes get race week going at the historic Isle of Man TT Races. John McGuinness on the Honda will start as favourite to retain his Superbike crown. Guy Martin, Bruce Anstey, Cameron Donald and Conor Cummins will be leading the pack of riders looking to take his title away. Presented by Craig Doyle. Commentary and analysis: James Whitham and Steve Plater.

Craig Doyle presents highlights of the first Sidecar Race from the Isle of Man TT. Fourteen time winner Dave Molyneux and passenger Patrick Farrance, will be amongst the main challengers alongside John Holden and Andy Winkle, Tim Reeves and Dipash Chauhan, and the Birchall brothers. Commentary and analysis: James Whitham and Steve Plater.

This is the first race for the 600cc Supersport machines which will be lapping the Mountain Course at average speeds of over 125mph. New Zealander Bruce Anstey was victorious in this race last year. He will be amongst the main contenders again, alongside Michael Dunlop, Guy Martin and John McGuinness. Presented by Craig Doyle. Commentary and analysis: Steve Parrish, Steve Plater and James Whitham.

Craig Doyle presents highlights of the Superstock Race, where the 1000cc production bikes will be tackling the bumps, jumps, flat out straights, and numerous technical corners of the 37 and three quarter mile Mountain Course at average speeds touching 130mph. Michael Dunlop, who won this race last year will return to defend his title. Commentary and analysis: Steve Parrish, James Whitham and Steve Plater.

This is the second chance for the world's leading road racers to tackle the Isle of Man TT course on their 600cc machines. The smaller machines often provide some of the closest competition of the TT week. Presented by Craig Doyle. Commentary and analysis: Steve Parrish, Steve Plater and James Whitham.

Craig Doyle presents highlights of the second Isle of Man TT Sidecar Race. The sight of these 600c three wheel machines, and their two man crews speeding through the villages and along the lanes and mountain roads that make up the TT course is one the greatest spectacles in motor sport. Commentary and analysis: Steve Parrish, James Whitham and Steve Plater.