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Storm Stacey will ride with support from Michael Laverty at the 2026 North West 200.
Storm Stacey will make his road racing debut at the 2026 North West 200, after competing in BSB since 2021.
Despite initially attending the North West 200 as a spectator, Stacey has now entered his second year with Michael Rutter’s Bathams AJN team, using Ducati machinery for the BSB season.
The team will continue with BMW in road racing, having signed Conor Cummins to race the Superbike class at the Isle of Man TT.
Stacey expressed excitement about riding the BMW Superbike and is eager to represent the BMW family at the upcoming event.
Team manager Nathan Smith emphasized Stacey’s talent and the team’s commitment to providing him with the necessary support and equipment for a successful performance at the North West 200.
