Press release:Pirelli went in to the TT history books today when they were the tyre of choice for the winner of the first ever zero emission TT race.
The TTXGP, backed by the FIM, is the world's first zero carbon, clean emission grand prix. Held during the Isle of Man TT on the prestigious Mountain Course, the event gives us a glimpse of the future with cutting edge technology with an ultimate goal of providing alternative, greener transport.
Pirelli shod Rob Barber led the electric TTXGP race on his Team AGNI X01 bike from the early stages and crossed the line, of the single lap race, in a time of 25m 53.5s, a speed of 87.43mph coming within 1mph of the TT Ultra Lightweight lap record set by Ralph Bryans in 1966 with a speed of 86.49mph.
The Pirelli race compound Diablo Supercorsa tyres used by Rob Barber on his Team AGNI X01 electric bike are the same tyres the general public and track day riders can buy over the counter at any Pirelli dealership.
TTXGP winner,
Rob Barber commented:
“It’s something special to make history around the TT course. I’m really pleased for Cedric Lynch (the creator of the winning machine) He really wanted to beat that 50cc record and we’ve done it. The machine raced well although it just started to splutter along the Glencrutchery Road.”
Gianmarco Spigolon, Director Pirelli Moto commented:
“It’s a great honour for Pirelli to be part of this historic moment. We respect the endeavours of these pioneering engineers and riders!”
TTXGP BEST BUY PRO Class result1. Rob Barber (AGNI X01) 25:53:50 – Speed: 87.434
2. Thomas Schoenfelder (XXL Racing Team) 29:04:93 – Speed: 77.841
3. Mark Buckley (Brammo) 30:02:64 – Speed: 75.350
