Knockhill Racing Circuit is bracing itself for a racing invasion of a record 247 riders from all over the world as it plays host to the MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship ADT Fire & Security round this weekend.

At least eleven countries, from as far away as Japan, Australia, South Africa and the USA are represented as the top racing stars take on the best from Scotland as well as all other corners of the UK.

TT stars John McGuinness, who secured his 16th and 17th victories on the Isle of Man last week and first time winner Gary Johnson will be in action, as will be two additional American Superbike riders in the shape of double Daytona winner Jake Zemke (WFR Honda) and fellow Californian Mark Miller who takes up the spare berth at Splitlath Aprilia.

Heading up the Scots who are all set to do battle is Tarran Mackenzie, son of three times British Superbike Champion Niall and brother to current 125 Grand Prix star Taylor. Taylor will be present too at Knockhill having just put in a stunning ride at the MotoGP at Silverstone last weekend finishing the 125cc GP in 12th place.

15-year-old Tarran, who now lives at Ashby de la Zouch, is returning after his eventful last outing at Knockhill in May. The diminutive schoolboy had a 90mph tumble at the first corner before dusting himself down and following that up with a podium, ignoring a broken finger in the process. What made the podium all the sweeter was that father Niall and his brother Taylor were presenting the awards.

Adopted 'Scot' Dennis Hobbs, originally from Teesside, has the shortest journey to the circuit as he now lives in Kelty. The mirror.co.uk BSB-EVO racer, who is a regular bike instructor at Knockhill and married to Knockhill Events Manager Gemma, only has a 10 minute journey to the track, compared to his world wide rivals.

Scottish interest in this year's event is intense, with all four corners of Scotland represented by eager competitors as Events Director Stuart Gray said: "We are delighted that so many Scottish riders have entered this weekend. It gives a real local focus for the thousands of fans and will ensure the Saltires will be flying for every race. It is a world class field but, who knows, it could be a Scot on the top step of the podium for a race or two."

The three-day event starts this Friday (17th) with free practice and qualifying, including the F1 style qualification session for the Superbikes on Saturday (18th). Four races are scheduled for Saturday and the main race day is on Father's Day, Sunday 19th.

The event will also see added entertainment courtesy of World stunt champion Kevin Carmichael, who will be performing routines all weekend. On Saturday and Sunday fans get the opportunity to meet the BSB stars with a pit lane walk during lunchtime.

The event starts at 10am on Friday, 9am on Saturday and 8.45am on Sunday, with the Sunday gates opening at 7am. Discount advanced tickets are available on http://www.knockhill.com and tickets are also available at the gate on each event day.

For more information on riders in your local area, please contact Stuart Gray or Tracey Joesbury on 01383 723337 and we will set up interview/photo opportunities.

Scottish Riders:

MCE INSURANCE BRITISH SUPERBIKES

Dennis Hobbs - Kelty

METZELER SUPERSTOCK 1000

Donald Macfadyen - Inverness

METZELER SUPERSTOCK 600

Deane Brown - Motherwell
John Dean - Hawick
Niall Campbell - Cambuslang
Jodie Chalk - Glenrothes
James East - Royston
Tim Hastings - Bonnybridge
Scott Kelly - Annan
Daniel Kinloch - Newton Mearns
Matthew Paulo - East Kilbride

FUCHS-SILKOLENE BRITISH SUPERSPORT

Adam Blacklock - Lanark
David Paton - Loanhead

SUNOCO 125GP

Jason Douglas - Larkhall
Sammi Tasker - Clackmannan
Callum Bey - Huntly
Ryan Watson - Angus
Tarran Mackenzie - Ashby De La Zouch

HARLEY-DAVIDSON XR1200 TROPHY

Bruce Birnie - Montrose
Adam Blacklock - Lanark
Lewis Farrow - Perth
Alex Gault - Carluke
Torquil Paterson - Scone

EASTERN AIRWAYS BRITISH SIDECARS

Gordon Shand and Lee Barratt - Kilwinning
Steve Kershaw and Robin Wilson - Lauder
Scott Lawrie and James Neave - Kirkliston
Jim Hamilton and Bryn Ferry - Leslie

COUNTRIES REPRESENTED

Australia
Josh Brookes, Glen Richards, Billy McConnell, Paul Young, David Johnson, Jason O'Halloran & Ben Burke

USA
John Hopkins, Mark Miller & Jake Zemke

South Africa
Hudson Kennaugh, Allan-Jon Venter & Jordan Weaving

Japan
Ryuichi Kiyonari

France
Loris Baz

Italy
Matteo Mossa

Switzerland
Patric Muff

Malaysia
Farid Badrul

Ireland
Steve Heneghan & Emmet O'Grady

Slovakia
Sandra Stammova

Finland
Pauli Pekkanen

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