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An American team has confirmed it will compete in TT Zero.
MotoCzysz is based in Portland, Oregon.
The outfit's electric bike is already believed to be a significant improvement on last year's entry.
Founder Michael Czysz is targeting the £10,000 prize being offered by the Isle of Man Government for the first team to complete a 100mph average lap.
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