Returning stars, new faces, Aussie redemption, a "special guest" in the legendary Britten V 1000  and a plethora of iconic historic bikes and riders are about to descend on Phillip Island  Grand Prix circuit for the 24th AMCN International Island Classic from January 27-29.

Now one of the largest historic motorcycle racing events in the world, the Island Classic is not only a pilgrimage for so many as they watch their favourite riders and bikes slug it out over 56 races - as well as getting up close and personal with them in the pits - but it has a massive no-holds-barred element to it as well: the International Challenge teams' event between Australia, the United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand and America.

Action begins with practice and qualifying on Friday, January 27, and on Saturday and Sunday (January 28-29) there will be non-stop racing, with all battles between four and six laps and catering for bikes from pre-WW1 bikes through to Vintage (1920-1945), Classic and Post Classic (from 1946 to 1972), and the more recent Forgotten Era and New Era classes. Sidecars will also join solos on the program.

As well as the Japanese Big Four, other manufacturers on the Island Classic grids will include BSA, Triumph, Harley-Davidson, Ducati, Matchless, Norton, Vincent, Ariel, Indian, Aermacchi, Bultaco and Adler, as well as a bevy of chassis specialists.

The Full Island Classic Event Schedule - HERE (pdf file)