TTXGP
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The TTXGP, first conceived by Azhar Hussain in 2008, was a new event for the 2009 Isle of Man TT
races. It was a one-lap, 37.733 miles (60.7 km) race for racing motorcycles "powered without the use of carbon based fuel
s and have zero toxic/noxious emissions." For 2010 the event was replaced by TT Zero
, also created for zero-emissions motorcycles. In 2010, Hussain organized electric motorcycle races in North America and Europe that culminated in a world championship race in Albacete Spain. The series expanded to include Australia in 2011 along with races in the United States and Europe.
Professional Class (officially denominated as "Best Buy Pro Class")
Open Class
Weight
TTXGP for Carbon free emission motor-cycles in PRO classes 3a-3d
TTXGP for Carbon free emission motor-cycles in OPEN class.
(FIM), the international governing body of motorcycle racing, and TTXGP regarding the FIM sanction of an eGrandPrix world championship. The TTXGP Technical Rules, which dealt with class specifications, safety of riders and marshals, and, generally, guidelines concerning the mitigation of possible hazards presented by the electric systems of the motorcycles; were shared with FIM during these discussions. In November 2009, talks broke down and, thereafter, FIM organized its own electric motorcycle racing series, denominated the e-Power. Motorcycling’s publication of record in the UK indicated that “the split arose after the FIM reneged on its original agreement with TTXGP series organisers, threatening to withdraw its backing pending payment of half a million Euros. A witness to the proceedings claims the FIM then demanded full rights to the series. When the demand was refused the FIM then insisted the rule book – drafted by TTXGP organisers – could not be used outside the FIM’s own hastily-organised series.” Another publication indicated “The FIM knew a good thing when it saw it and started working with Hussain to push electric motorcycle racing onto a much bigger stage. Things were looking rosy until the FIM walked away — and took the TTXGP’s rule book with it — in November and announced the E-Power series, four races slated to begin in May.” By January 2010, TTXGP had announced a 2010 series of races that would commence in May at Infineon Raceway
, Sonoma
, California
, and would include races in Canada
, Italy
, UK and Spain
.
, without involvement by TTXGP.
2009 Isle of Man TT
The 2009 Isle of Man TT Festival was held between Saturday 30 May and Friday 12 June on the Mountain Course. The 2009 TT races again include a second 600 cc Supersport Junior TT race and the Lightweight TT and Ultra-Lightweight TT races held on the Billown Circuit in the Isle of Man...
races. It was a one-lap, 37.733 miles (60.7 km) race for racing motorcycles "powered without the use of carbon based fuel
Carbon based fuel
Carbon-based fuel is any fuel whose energy derives principally from the oxidation or burning of carbon. Carbon-based fuels are of two main kinds, biofuels and fossil fuels...
s and have zero toxic/noxious emissions." For 2010 the event was replaced by TT Zero
TT Zero
TT Zero a new event for the 2010 Isle of Man TT races replaced the TTXGP race for 1 lap of the Snaefell Mountain Course. The TT Zero event as an officially sanctioned Isle of Man TT race is for racing motorcycles where "The technical concept is for motorcycles to be powered without the use of...
, also created for zero-emissions motorcycles. In 2010, Hussain organized electric motorcycle races in North America and Europe that culminated in a world championship race in Albacete Spain. The series expanded to include Australia in 2011 along with races in the United States and Europe.
2009
Machines
For 2009 the classes were established to cover different types of energy systems. This was changed for the 2010 season to focus exclusively on electric.Professional Class (officially denominated as "Best Buy Pro Class")
- 3a Prototype electrically propelled motor-cycles. Powered solely by stored electricity (battery/accumulator)
- 3b Fuel cell Class – Powered by a fuel cell device and stored electricity (battery/accumulator) if required.
- 3c Conventional internal combustion engine powered machines fuelled by non carbon based fuel. (i.e. HydrogenHydrogenHydrogen is the chemical element with atomic number 1. It is represented by the symbol H. With an average atomic weight of , hydrogen is the lightest and most abundant chemical element, constituting roughly 75% of the Universe's chemical elemental mass. Stars in the main sequence are mainly...
). These machines must comply with all ACU regulations for racing motor-cycles including 105 dBA noise restriction. - 3d Hybrid propulsion systems.
Open Class
- Electrically propelled machines, powered solely by stored electricity (battery/accumulator).
Weight
- Motor-cycles minimum weight is 100 kilogram and up to 300 kilogram. Weighed in race ready mode.
Official qualification time
- 50 minutes an average speed of 45.16 mph (72.7 km/h) for 1 lap of the Mountain CourseSnaefell mountain courseSnaefell Mountain Course or Mountain Course is a road-racing circuit used for the Isle of Man TT and Manx Grand Prix Races held in the Isle of Man from 1911 and 1923 respectively. The racing is held on public roads closed for racing by an Act of Tynwald...
without stopping.
TTXGP participants - 2009 Isle of Man TT Races
| Team | Class | Motorcycle | No | Rider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Motors Mission Motors Mission Motors is an American company founded in 2007 in San Francisco, California. The company was originally founded with the aim of creating high-performance, electric motorcycles, but later became a supplier of electric vehicle components.-History:... |
PRO | 3a | 1 |  Thomas Montano |
| Kingston University | Open | 3 |  George Spence |
|
| EVOdesign | PRO | 3a | 4 |  Paul Owen |
| MotoCzysz MotoCzysz E1pc The MotoCzysz E1pc is the American motorcycle manufacturer MotoCzysz's electric motorcycle that won the 2010 TT Zero electric motorcycle race at the Isle of Man TT competition breaking the previous speed record.-History and development:... |
PRO | 3a | 5 | Mark Miller |
| KillaCycle Killacycle The KillaCycle is an electrically powered motorcycle purpose-built for drag racing. It was built and is managed by a small motorworks team owned and run by Bill Dubé... Racing /Lightning Motorcycles |
PRO | 3a | 6 |  Alan Connor |
| eROCKIT | PRO | 3a | 7 |  David Madsen-Mygdal |
| Barefoot Motors Racing | PRO | 3a | 8 |  Chris Petty |
| Imperial TTxGP | PRO | 3a | 10 | Chris Palmer |
| Brammo/BIKE | PRO | 3a | 11 | Roy Richardson |
| Team Agni | PRO | 3a | 12 | Robert Barber |
| HTBLAUVA - TGM | PRO | 3a | 14 |  Paul Dobbs |
| ManTTx Racing | Open | 16 | Dan Kneen Dan Kneen Dan Richard Kneen, born 26 June 1987, is a professional motorcycle racer from Douglas, Isle of Man, United Kingdom. One of Kneen's best results was winning the senior support race at the southern 100. He is currently riding in the British Superbike Championship... |
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| TORK | PRO | 3a | 17 | John Crellin |
| XXL | PRO | 3a | 18 |  Thomas Schoenfelder |
| EVOdesign | PRO | 3a | 19 | Olie Linsdell |
| Electric Motorsport | Open | 21 | Chris Heath |
|
| Electric Motorsport | PRO | 3a | 22 | Roger Maher |
| Peace e-rider | Open | 23 |  Antonio Maseo |
|
| Brunel X-team | PRO | 3a | 24 | Steve Harper |
| Brammo Brammo Brammo, Inc. is an electric vehicle company based in Ashland, Oregon, United States. Its first production electric motorcycle, the Enertia, is assembled in Sárvár, Hungary and is selling online via the company's website and is available for sale and service at select motorcycle dealers throughout... /BIKE |
PRO | 3a | 26 | Mark Buckley |
2009 TTXGP Best Buy PRO Class final standings.
12 June 2009 1 Lap (37.733 mi (60.7 km)) Mountain Course.TTXGP for Carbon free emission motor-cycles in PRO classes 3a-3d
| Rank | Rider | Team | Speed | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rob Barber |
AGNI | 87.434 mph (140.7 km/h) | 25' 53.50 |
| 2 | Thomas Schoenfelder |
XXL | 77.841 mph (125.3 km/h) | 29' 04.93 |
| 3 | Mark Buckley |
Brammo Brammo Brammo, Inc. is an electric vehicle company based in Ashland, Oregon, United States. Its first production electric motorcycle, the Enertia, is assembled in Sárvár, Hungary and is selling online via the company's website and is available for sale and service at select motorcycle dealers throughout... |
75.35 mph (121.3 km/h) | 30' 02.64 |
| 4 | Thomas Montano |
Mission Motors Mission Motors Mission Motors is an American company founded in 2007 in San Francisco, California. The company was originally founded with the aim of creating high-performance, electric motorcycles, but later became a supplier of electric vehicle components.-History:... |
74.091 mph (119.2 km/h) | 30' 33.26 |
| 5 | Paul Dobbs Paul Dobbs Paul Dobbs was a New Zealand motorcycle road racer. He first competed in the Isle of Man TT races in 1999. His best finish was sixth in the 400cc lightweight division of the 2000 Isle of Man TT. He died in a racing accident while competing in the Supersport 2 race at the 2010 Isle of Man... |
HTBLAuVA - TGM | 62.575 mph (100.7 km/h) | 36' 10.63 |
| 6 | Stephen Harper |
Brunel X-team | 40.092 mph (64.5 km/h) | 56' 27.89 |
2009 TTXGP OPEN Class final standings.
12 June 2009 1 Lap (37.733 mi (60.7 km)) Mountain Course.TTXGP for Carbon free emission motor-cycles in OPEN class.
| Rank | Rider | Team | Speed | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chris Heath |
Electric Motorsport | 66.022 mph (106.3 km/h) | 34' 17.30 |
| 2 | Chris Petty |
Barefoot Motors | 62.219 mph (100.1 km/h) | 36' 23.06 |
| 3 | John Crellin John Crellin (motorcycle racer) John Crellin was a Manx motorcycle racer from Douglas who died during the 2009 Isle of Man TT in the 5th lap of the Senior.... |
TORK | 60.475 mph (97.3 km/h) | 37' 26.01 |
Conflict with FIM
Shortly after the inaugural TTXGP race on the Isle of Man in June 2009, discussions commenced between Fédération Internationale de MotocyclismeFédération Internationale de Motocyclisme
The Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme is the governing body of motorcycle racing. It represents 103 national motorcycle federations that are divided into six regional continental unions....
(FIM), the international governing body of motorcycle racing, and TTXGP regarding the FIM sanction of an eGrandPrix world championship. The TTXGP Technical Rules, which dealt with class specifications, safety of riders and marshals, and, generally, guidelines concerning the mitigation of possible hazards presented by the electric systems of the motorcycles; were shared with FIM during these discussions. In November 2009, talks broke down and, thereafter, FIM organized its own electric motorcycle racing series, denominated the e-Power. Motorcycling’s publication of record in the UK indicated that “the split arose after the FIM reneged on its original agreement with TTXGP series organisers, threatening to withdraw its backing pending payment of half a million Euros. A witness to the proceedings claims the FIM then demanded full rights to the series. When the demand was refused the FIM then insisted the rule book – drafted by TTXGP organisers – could not be used outside the FIM’s own hastily-organised series.” Another publication indicated “The FIM knew a good thing when it saw it and started working with Hussain to push electric motorcycle racing onto a much bigger stage. Things were looking rosy until the FIM walked away — and took the TTXGP’s rule book with it — in November and announced the E-Power series, four races slated to begin in May.” By January 2010, TTXGP had announced a 2010 series of races that would commence in May at Infineon Raceway
Infineon Raceway
Infineon Raceway, formerly Sears Point Raceway, is a road course and drag strip located on the landform known as Sears Point in the southern Sonoma Mountains near Sonoma, California, USA. The course is a complex series of twists and turns that go up and down the hills...
, Sonoma
Sonoma, California
Sonoma is a historically significant city in Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA, surrounding its historic town plaza, a remnant of the town's Mexican colonial past. It was the capital of the short-lived California Republic...
, California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
, and would include races in Canada
Canada
Canada is a North American country consisting of ten provinces and three territories. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west, and northward into the Arctic Ocean...
, Italy
Italy
Italy , officially the Italian Republic languages]] under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages. In each of these, Italy's official name is as follows:;;;;;;;;), is a unitary parliamentary republic in South-Central Europe. To the north it borders France, Switzerland, Austria and...
, UK and Spain
Spain
Spain , officially the Kingdom of Spain languages]] under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages. In each of these, Spain's official name is as follows:;;;;;;), is a country and member state of the European Union located in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula...
.
Conflict with IOM
TTXGP had planned to return in June 2010 to the Isle of Man to hold the second annual electric motorcycle race on the Island. In January 2010, however, the Isle of Man Department of Tourism and Leisure announced that it would be holding its own electric motorcycle race, the TT ZeroTT Zero
TT Zero a new event for the 2010 Isle of Man TT races replaced the TTXGP race for 1 lap of the Snaefell Mountain Course. The TT Zero event as an officially sanctioned Isle of Man TT race is for racing motorcycles where "The technical concept is for motorcycles to be powered without the use of...
, without involvement by TTXGP.
TTXGP Technical Rules Wiki
In January 2010, TTXGP announced that it was going to utilize a wiki-based rules model. Hussain said, "We have created a rules wiki at www.egrandprix.com/wiki. You can take the 2010 rules posted there and let us know how you think they should be amended via the wiki systems. . . Our strength is our recognition that inclusion and diversity are the among the core elements of success in our new endeavour." At the time, Motorcycle News called it, "another inspired move by Hussain which helps keep his series closer to the pulse of modern race fans and participants, while leaving rival FIM look lead-footed."TTXGP UK 2010 participants
| Team | Motorcycle | No | Rider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morris Motorcycles Racing Team 2010 | Mavizen | 61 |  Annie Seel |
| Kingston University | PWI | 62 | Adam Palfreman |
| ManTTx Racing | ManTTx | 63 | James McBride |
| MRB Racing/ The Tuning Works | Suzuki | 64 | Russel Licence |
| TORK INDIA | T002X | 65 | Jim Lovell |
| Kingston University/LiFeBATT/LiFeTech Racing | Cagiva | 66 | Harry Hardi |
| Imperial TTXGP | Suzuki/Lemco | 67 | Daniel Jackson |
| Electric Hussars | Mavizen | 68 | Pete Ward |
| Team Agni | Suzuki/Agni | 69 | Rob Moon |
| Team Agni | Suzuki/Agni | 77 | Jenny Tinmouth Jenny Tinmouth Jennifer Rosanne Tinmouth is an English motorcycle racer, currently competing in the 2011 British Superbike Championship, the first woman to ever do so, and the fastest woman ever to go around the Isle of Man TT course.... |
2011
According to a joint press release by FIM and TTXGP, the two organizations combined forces for the first time in July 2011. "In a spirit of collaboration and with the common goal of promoting electric clean emission racing, the FIM e-Power & TTXGP Championships will combine both series in a support race during the FIM MotoGP World Championship Round to be held this weekend at the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, California (USA)."Race Results - Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
| Pos | Rider | Nation | Team | Class | Total Time | Km/h | Gap | |
| 1 | Steve Rapp | |
Mission Motors Mission Motors Mission Motors is an American company founded in 2007 in San Francisco, California. The company was originally founded with the aim of creating high-performance, electric motorcycles, but later became a supplier of electric vehicle components.-History:... |
TTXGP | 12\'40.597 | 136.692 | ||
| 2 | Micheal Czysz | |
MotoCzysz Motoczysz MotoCzysz is a Portland, Oregon, based motorcycle company that intends to compete in the MotoGP. The C1 prototype has an engine with perfect balance and does not need a balance shaft... |
e-Power | 13\'20.592 | 129.863 | 0\'39.995 | |
| 3 | Michael Barnes | |
Lightning | TTXGP | 13\'20.825 | 129.826 | 0\'40.228 | |
| 4 | Steve Atlas | |
Brammo Brammo Brammo, Inc. is an electric vehicle company based in Ashland, Oregon, United States. Its first production electric motorcycle, the Enertia, is assembled in Sárvár, Hungary and is selling online via the company's website and is available for sale and service at select motorcycle dealers throughout... |
TTXGP | 13\'40.456 | 126.719 | 0\'59.859 | |
| 5 | Alessandro Brannetti |  |
CRP | TTXGP/e-Power | 13\'40.814 | 126.664 | 1\'00.217 | |
| 6 | Matthias Himmelmann | |
Muench | TTXGP/e-Power | 13\'41.076 | 126.624 | 1\'00.479 | |
| 7 | Thad Wolff | |
Moto Electra | TTXGP | 12\'51.894 | 117.855 | 1 lap | |
| 8 | Shelina Moreda | |
CRP | TTXGP/e-Power | 13\'16.681 | 114.118 | 1 lap | |
| 9 | Ely Schless | |
Proto Moto | TTX75 | 14\'17.093 | 106.14 | 1 lap | |
| 10 | Marcelino Manzano | |
LGN | e-Power | 14\'25.614 | 105.095 | 1 lap | |
| 11 | Kenyon Kluge | |
Zero Zero Motorcycles Zero Motorcycles Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells high performance electric motorcycles. Formerly Electricross, it was started in 2006 near Santa Cruz, California in Scotts Valley. The company was founded by Neal Saiki who is a former NASA engineer and has also won numerous design awards in... |
TTX75 | DNF |
See also
- Lightweight TTLightweight TTThe Lightweight TT was a motorcycle road race that was part of the Isle of Man TT festival; an annual motor-cycle event at the end of May and beginning of June. Between 1949 and 1976, the Lightweight TT Race was part of the Grand Prix motorcycle racing season. The event was dropped from the 2005...
- Ultra-Lightweight TTUltra-Lightweight TTThe Ultra-Lightweight TT is a motorcycle road race that takes place during the Isle of Man TT festival; an annual event at the end of May and beginning of June. Between 1951 and 1974 this race was part of the Grand Prix motorcycle racing season. The Ultra-Lightweight TT and the Lightweight TT...
- Sidecar TTSidecar TTThe Sidecar TT is a motorcycle sidecar road race that takes place during the Isle of Man TT festival; an annual event at the end of May and beginning of June...
- Junior TTJunior TTThe Junior TT is a motorcycle road race that takes place during the Isle of Man TT festival; an annual event at the end of May and beginning of June...
- Senior TTSenior TTThe Senior Tourist Trophy is a motorcycle road race that takes place during the Isle of Man TT festival; an annual event at the end of May and beginning of June. The Senior TT is the Blue Riband event of the festival and takes place on the Friday of race week. The Marquis de Mouzilly St. Mars...
- Auto-Cycle Union
- Union Européenne de MotocyclismeUnion Européenne de MotocyclismeThe Union Européenne de Motocyclisme or European Motorcycle Union is the FIM affiliated federation responsible for Motorcycle sport within Europe.-History:...
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