An annual visitor survey showed 'dissatisfaction' with the shortened Manx Grand Prix format.
A 'new look' was confirmed for this year's Manx Grand Prix.
The Manx Motor Cycle Club and Department for Enterprise reduced the annual event from 14 days to nine.
A primary issue faced this year was the provision of sufficient marshals, race officials, medics and other volunteers.
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