It started as a race for amateurs, one organised specifically to counteract the muscling out of many competitors by the professional teams and professional riders, who were increasingly competing in the TT.
The Manx Grand Prix classic races start with a week-long qualifying period, dominated by qualifying sessions followed by race days taking place on Friday, Saturday and Monday.
The racing is only one of the attractions on the Isle of Man during the Manx Grand Prix week. There’s also the VMCC rally, the Ramsey Sprint, Jurby race day, great roads and a rolling classic bike festival.
