Ballymoney's William Dunlop will remain with the Wilson Craig Honda team for the 2012 road racing season after signing a contract earlier on this week although it remains unclear what current team-mate Cameron Donald's plans are.
Dunlop has seen plenty of results and success at national and international levels this year and hopes to continue that into the new season. He will be out next weekend at the Killalane roads final.
"This is the first time that I have ever had things tied up so soon and I can't wait for next season. Wilson's bikes are first class and I have no doubt I'll take another step up again next year. I am aiming to win on the 600 at the TT in 2012 and to try and make the podium in the Superbike classes because I am so comfortable on the big bike," said Dunlop.
"I lapped the TT circuit this year at 128mph from a standing start, and there is no other Team in the paddock that I would rather be with next year than Wilson Craig Racing."