[citation needed] Preparations for this new, challenging course that meant an eight-mile (13 km) uphill climb from Ramsey to Brandywell prompted the manufacturers to devise methods of modifying their mainly single-gear machines to cope with the Snaefell mountain road not once, but several times.

Harry Collier, on the single-cylinder Matchless, and Percy J. Evans fought for first place in the Junior event.

Charlie Collier crossed the finish line second on his Matchless, but was disqualified for refuelling outside of the designated area.

[2] On Friday, June 27, 1911, the first fatal accident in connection with the Tourist Trophy races happened.

While practicing for the forthcoming race, Victor Surridge was taking a difficult corner on Cregwilly’s Hill near Glen Helen section of the course, dashing into a hedge and breaking his neck.