Former British champion Kristian Whatley has been out testing a 450 Husqvarna after splitting with the Buildbase Honda team. Whatley, who missed the final part of the season, was not named in the squad’s 2017 line up.

He’s now been out on a 450 Husky and posted this photo and a message on social media saying: “The start of a new chapter. Thanks MVR-D and what a set up with the kit!”

It’s believed Whatley will race the British championship for MVR-D and may contest some GPs too.