American Starts Return
Friday 02 February 2007
TT
After 2 weeks of wall-to-wall sunshine, a number of fans were wondering if it had anything to do with the two men from the USA bringing a little Californian style weather with them. Weather aside, Jeremy Toye and Mark Miller, both experienced AMA campaigners, really made their mark during TT 2006 with a string of outstanding performances.
Toye was the fastest of all the newcomers and scotched the theory that you need pure road race experience before coming to the TT. A regular in AMA Superbike, Toye took to the Mountain Course like a natural and he impressed everyone with his professional attitude and his smooth, flowing style.
Likewise, Miller came to the TT last year with just a standard 750cc Suzuki at his disposal but he left with two bronze replicas to his name and a personal best lap of just a fraction under 120mph, a phenomenal performance. Miller, fascinated by the unique challenges offered by the TT course, was eager to come back and learn some more with a Superbike at his disposal.
Toye and Miller were a hit with the fans and certainly brought a lot of colour to the event, but both riders are easily capable of attaining podiums. In addition, more riders from the States are taking a look at the TT, and 2007 will see another top name from AMA make his debut. (see newcomers)
“Man for man, Jeremy Toye and Mark Miller are probably among the four or five most talented motor cycle riders in the entire race.” - Paul Phillips