Hundreds of people are expected to attend the funeral of motorcycle racer David Jefferies who died in a crash on the Isle of Man TT circuit.

It will be held at noon on Friday at St Peter's Church, Moorhead Lane, Shipley, and race commentator Fred Clarke will speak.

David, 30, was killed on May 29 when his Suzuki crashed during a practice lap of the TT race circuit on the Isle of Man.

An inquest, opened by Isle of Man coroner Michael Moyle, was adjourned to allow time for a lawyer representing Suzuki, the team Mr Jefferies rode for, to gather evidence from witnesses who he believes will support the theory that there was oil on the road when Mr Jefferies crashed.

Mr Clarke, who has been commentating for many years, is well-known to the Jefferies family. "We've known him for years, since I was riding," said David's dad Tony, whose racing career was ended when he broke his back in an accident in 1973.

Representatives from Suzuki, are also to attend the funeral service, which will be conducted by the Reverend John Rainer.

David still lived at the family home in Baildon and was very close to his dad, mum Pauline and sister Louise. Following the service, the family have invited people to gather at the Hollins Hall Hotel, in Baildon. There will also be a private cremation for family members only.

The family are asking for donations in lieu of flowers to be made to the Auto-Cycle Union Benevolent Fund founded by David's grandfather Allan. They can be sent to Margaret Carter, Hunters Gap, Thorpe Lane, Guiseley, Leeds, LS20 8JH or to the Auto-Cycle Union Benevolent Fund, ACU House, Wood Street, Rugby, CV21 2YX. Cheques payable to the ACU Benevolent Fund.