If true, and I have my doubts that it is considering that a 6 month old story is now doing the rounds, I think Honda are in danger of an "own goal." I suppose that they could always support a non-factory team whilst at the same time staging their protest. After all they're not adverse to the occassional protest are they? Nonetheless, considering the number of TT supporting Honda riders, next year's 50th Honda anniversary, the threat from Suzuki and Yamaha to loosen their grip on the Superbike/Senior races, Honda need the TT and vice versa. I'd therefore urge all parties to sort out a deal and prevent a TT whooping at the hands of Suzuki, Yamaha and an emerging Triumph threat in the Supersports class, sportsbike buyers may not forgive them. alf