 After winning the 2011 Newcomers Race, Wayne Hamilton died in an accident at the 13th Milestone while in 3rd place of the 2011 Junior Manx Grand Prix and the veteran competitor Adam Easton crashed fatally at Lambfell Cottage during the 500 cc Classic Race.A revised race format for the 2011 Manx Grand Prix with the introduction of a new 650 cc "Super-Twin" race and the reworking of the Classic Bike racing regulations by the race organisers, the Manx Motor-Cycle Club Committee (MMCC) and the Isle of Man Department of Community, Culture & Leisure.Improvements to the race structure include increased competitor safety with each race limited to a maximum of 90 entries.