A few weeks after the start of the 2025 edition of the legendary TT of the Island of Man (Recall that it will be held from May 16 to June 7), Sling He proudly celebrates more than three decades of active collaboration with the Traveling Marshals (itinerant commissioners), the essential figures responsible for security in one of the most iconic and demanding events of motorcycling.
Since 1977, the Japanese firm has uninterrupted motorcycles specially adapted to attend the mobile commissioners of the TT, who patrol the challenging route of the Mountain Course. A circuit, as we all know, of more than 60 km on roads open to traffic for the rest of the year, with blind curves, jumps, stone walls and constant altitude changes.
But this association goes far beyond motorcycle supply. In fact, it represents a shared commitment to security, technical excellence and passion for careers. The Traveling Marshalsequipped with high performance Honda motorcycles, such as mythical CB750, CBX1000 or more recently, successive generations of the Firebladethey are trained to provide first aid and act quickly at any track incident.
The commemoration of this milestone arrives at a particularly symbolic moment for Slingsince not only remembers its lasting involvement with the security of the TT, but also its deep link with the island of Man, where the brand took its first steps in the international competition more than six decades ago.
Who are these Traveling Marshals of the TT of the Island of Man?
The Traveling Marshals They are much more than commissioners. They are experienced pilots, mostly excompestors, with first aid training and a deep knowledge of the circuit. Equipped with emergency medical material, their motorcycles are strategically distributed in eight key points of the layout of the Mountain Courseallowing them to respond in seconds to any accident or incidence on track. Its reaction capacity can be decisive in critical situations, making its role one of the most respected in the organization of the TT.
The origin of this special body of Traveling Marshals dates back to 1935, long before collaboration with Slingbut it has been thanks to the constant support of the Japanese brand than the Traveling Marshals They have been able to count on some of the most reliable and powerful machines in the market, suitable both to move quickly and to carry medical equipment.
Slingwho made his debut in competition precisely in the TT of the Island of Man in 1959 with the RC142maintains an emotional connection with the event that goes beyond marketing. Over the years, he has achieved more victories than any other manufacturer in the history of the TT, in the same mutual respect between the brand and this legendary quotation of the Road Racing calendar.
Neil Fletcherdirector of Honda Racing UK, wanted to pay tribute to all members of the body of mobile commissioners: “On behalf of everyone in Honda, I want to thank all the members of the Traveling Marshals team, both of the past and the present, for their dedication and commitment. His role in the TT is unique, and we feel deeply proud to have contributed to their work with the technology and reliability of our motorcycles. Without them, there would be no races, and without the races, Honda could not celebrate his legacy on the island.“
