Former World Supersport Champion Karl Muggeridge will replace the injured Glen Richards in the HM Plant Honda British Superbike team until he returns to full fitness – and Steve Brogan and John McGuinness will stand in for the banned Josh Brookes at Brands Hatch and Cadwell Park respectively.

Aussie Muggeridge raced with the team in British Supersport before taking his world title in 2004. Brogan and McGuinness will carry on with their National Superstock duties at both rounds.
"It has been a long time since I last raced in the UK, but it is refreshing for me to be back with a great team and bike. It has been a pretty hard last three years for me but I am ready for this challenge," said Muggas.

"I am back to full fitness now after the big crash I had in WSB and am looking forward to Brands Hatch. I tested the HM Plant Honda Fireblade at Cadwell Park last week and I gelled straight away with the team and it was great for me to be back working with them again.

"The bike feels great too, although of course we still have some work to do on set-up to suit my style. I have always liked the Brands Hatch Grand Prix circuit and this is a fantastic opportunity for me. I have had success in the UK before so I am hoping that I can come back strong next weekend."