Both Kiyo and Shakey will be riding 2011 specification HM Plant Honda CBR1000RR Fireblades, developed based on this year’s title winning machine.
“I’m also looking forward to riding a four-cylinder motorcycle again. People say I’ve only had success on twins, but I’ve never had the chance to ride a top-specification four-cylinder machine, so I’m excited at the chance to prove to people I can race and win on a four too!” Byrne said.
“The team is like my family and I am very comfortable on the Fireblade, which is an incredible bike, so for me the whole package is right. My aim is very much to try and take a fourth BSB title. I’m looking forward to working with Shakey and I think our experiences will complement each other well,” Kiyonari added.
Jason O’Halloran comes to replace Steve Plater for the 2011 season. The 22-year-old Australian has a proven track record of championship success, winning the 2007 Australian Supersport Championship, and he has spent the last two seasons in the UK riding in both Supersport and Superbike classes.
“The Superstock championship will be competitive so should make for some really good racing and I’m confident that with the ‘Blade and the HM Plant team I’ll have the best package out there. My aim is definitely to win the Superstock Championship in 2011 and move up to Superbike in 2012!” stated O’Halloran.
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