The McAMS Yamaha team enjoyed a productive two-day test at Scotland’s Knockhill Racing circuit this week, as Jason O’Halloran and Tarran Mackenzie searched for further progress ahead of round four of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship later this month.
The McAMS Yamaha team returned to the Knockhill Racing Circuit this week, participating in a circuit-organised test event as they searched for the developments they needed at the Scottish venue. Making the most of the dry and sunny conditions, both riders completed plenty of laps, working through several changes to their Yamaha R1s.
Jason O’Halloran returned to the Fife circuit with a clear target as he looked for improvements at the Knockhill venue. Previously being a circuit the Aussie has struggled at, the 34-year-old completed a lot of laps across the two days running, working through changes with crew chief Les Pearson. Confident of the progress made, the Donington Park double race winner believes he’s found a good direction to follow when round four gets underway across the 17-19th June.
For team-mate Tarran Mackenzie, the goal was to get further laps under his belt as the British Superbike champion continues his road to full fitness. Having made headway across the two days, the Ashby-de-la-Zouch rider is confident that he and his side of the garage made the steps they were aiming for. Working through a distinctive test program, the 26-year-old made a positive step and is confident of a strong performance come round four.
During the opening day of test action, Edwards 1902 Yamaha Pirelli National Superstock rider Tim Neave fell from his R1 on entry to the hairpin. He was taken to Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, where he was diagnosed with pelvic injuries. He underwent successful surgery on Thursday afternoon and is in good spirits as he looks towards his recovery.
The McAMS Yamaha team will be back on track at Knockhill for round four of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship across the weekend of 17-19th June.