Not just big names, but also a new addition to the future British Superbike field. Joey Thompson will be present at BSB on the NP Motorcycles team for the next season. He will get the chance to make his full-time debut on the BMW S1000RR of the line-up led by Neil Pearson, who announced just a few months ago that he would take over Lachlan Epis in 2021.
Not just the route
Fresh from a 2020 year of encouraging performances in the British GP2 (the Moto2 of the country of Albione), the Yorkshire rider can also boast several appearances in road racing, particularly in the North West 200 (with some podiums). ) and the TT on the Isle of Man. Present in the paddock of the overseas championship for over eight years, He will make his debut in the premier class in 2021 with the support of the NP motorcycle team. A dream that will come true, as his words confirmed.
On cloud seven
“I’m really excited to be competing in British Superbike,” said Joey Thompson. “During my career I have competed in numerous road races such as Ulster, North West 200 and TT and achieved excellent results. It’s the chance of a lifetime for me and I can only thank the team and Neil. I now know the area perfectly. Driving in the BSB is like a dream come true. My goal will of course be to constantly improve myself in every race and to build a good relationship with the team. “