Inspired by motorcycle racers such as Geoff Duke, Hardman began his solo racing career in 1966 on a Triumph at Croft subsequently competing at the Aintree Motor Racing Circuit and Cadwell Park amongst others, before making his debut on the Isle of Man at the 1974 Manx Grand Prix where he competed in the Lightweight  race, securing 52nd place on board a Ducati.

Returning to the Isle of Man in 1975 he again campaigned a Ducati in the Lightweight Manx Grand Prix, improving on his maiden appearance taking his machine home in 37th place.
Hardman next competed at the 1979 Manx Grand Prix and continued his participation at the 1980 and 1981 meetings, however he posted retirements in all three races.
Inspired by motorcycle racers such as Geoff Duke, Hardman began his solo racing career in 1966 on a Triumph at Croft subsequently competing at the Aintree Motor Racing Circuit and Cadwell Park amongst others, before making his debut on the Isle of Man at the 1974 Manx Grand Prix where he competed in the Lightweight  race, securing 52nd place on board a Ducati.
Returning to the Isle of Man in 1975 he again campaigned a Ducati in the Lightweight Manx Grand Prix, improving on his maiden appearance taking his machine home in 37th place. Hardman next competed at the 1979 Manx Grand Prix and continued his participation at the 1980 and 1981 meetings, however he posted retirements in all three races.
Colin Hardman