Honda Racing’s Ian Hutchinson will not take part in this year’s Ulster Grand Prix after having further surgery on his leg.

The Isle of Man TT legend has had a plate removed from his leg and is still in recovery

“It’s a shame that Ian won’t be with us for the races, but I know he was keen to have his surgery as soon as possible in order to start his recovery and work back to where he was. I wish him all the best in his recovery,” said team manager Johnny Twelevetrees.

Honda’s sole works representative will be Australian David Johnson, but the marque will also see Conor Cummins and Davey Todd on competitive machinery.