The Festival of Motorcycling finally got underway last night (Mon) after poor weather meant disappointment for those waiting for a practice session at the weekend.
In glorious sunshine, newcomers were the first to set off around the Mountain Circuit last night for an un-timed speed-controlled lap.
They were the first competitors on the course for the inaugural festival which incorporates a number of events including the Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT.
But after oil spills at Barregarrow and Greeba, the session was delayed and there was just a single true practice lap.
Practising continues this evening (Tues) at 6.20pm when the Classic machines get away in the first timed session for all classes.
Manx Radio’s Chris Kinley was there last night as the first bikes got away:
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