Yahoo Sports Swann steps up to British Superbike Championship
Northern Ireland's Scott Swann will make his debut in the British Superbike Championship in 2025.
Swann, who is the son of 12-time Irish champion Michael, will ride a Honda for Team IWR.
The 21-year-old won five races as he finished in third place in the British Superstock Championship and will now step into the premier class.
Simon Reid, who is the son of double world champion Brian, will race for the team in the British Superstock Championship on a new Honda Fireblade.
Swann said that competing in the British Superbike Championship was something he had worked towards his "whole life".
"Last year I put a huge amount of effort into my racing and this year it will definitely go up another notch, as that is what you have to do to be a Superbike rider, but I really believe I am ready to make the step up.
"I am so grateful for the opportunity with this team as they are so experienced and have been around for a long time, so I know for a fact that they can give me what I need and we will all have a great time while we are doing it."
Reid said he was "super pleased" to link up with IWR and said there was a "great atmosphere" in the team.
"The continuity of staying there, leading into next year, I feel will make us strong contenders and we are there to aim for podiums and challenge for the championship."
