National Superstock contenders CN Racing have signed a deal with legendary Dutch tuners Ten Kate and will have 2012 Honda CBR1000RR Fireblades at their disposal for new rider Danny Buchan and existing litre bike protaganist, America's Taylor Knapp.

Ireland's Glenn Irwin will move up from the 600cc class to take his seat on a third Blade and sliding into his spot is another Ulsterman in the shape of Andy Reid who switches from the 125cc class for his first season on a four-stroke. He also gets Ten Kate power.

“We’re really pleased to be able to announce our partnership with Ten Kate Honda. The level of help and support they’ve pledged to us is fantastic, not only for this year but also looking ahead to 2013 and beyond with the opportunity to move into Superbike. Being part of their testing and development program is a real coup for us as a team," said crew chief Dwayne McCracken.

"We’re also excited about our riders for 2012. Keeping Taylor and Glenn on board will help with the continuity in the team and having Danny Buchan agree to ride for us is great news – he’s a talented young rider with a proven track record so we’ve three great riders in the 1000cc class all with a good chance of winning races.

"Andy Reid will get his first full year in the 600 class with us and he’s already shown what he’s capable of on a less than competitive bike – with the right machinery, I’m sure he’s capable of running near the front. 2012 is set to be a great year for CN Racing.”