It has been kicked around as a rumour for several months now, but the once unthinkable has happened. Six-time Superbike World Champion Jonathan Rea will leave Kawasaki at the end of the season to spearhead Yamaha’s title challenge.

Carole Nash ambassador showcases machine he hopes will power him to seventh world title.

Carole Nash ambassador Jonathan Rea is set to lead an all-star, all-British line-up for Kawasaki’s defence of the prestigious Suzuka 8-Hour endurance race.