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Is WorldSBK in Trouble After Losing Its Superstars?

Without the big motorcycle rider names, is there any reason to watch the World Superbike Championship anymore? Or at least right now?

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BMW admits 2027 MotoGP entry “not viable” as it weighs up options

With three major European manufacturers already on the MotoGP grid – Ducati, KTM and Aprilia (from the Piaggio Group) – the absence of German giant BMW has always felt like an anomaly. More so given its current presence and success in the WorldSBK production bike series with Toprak Razgatlioglu.

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BMW still needs time before final call on 2027 MotoGP entry

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What we know about the Ducati riders’ test in Hungary

Ducati sent seven units of its Panigale V4 super sport bike to Hungary on Tuesday, so that its riders could learn the Balaton Park circuit, which makes its debut on the MotoGP calendar later this month.

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What we know about Ducati’s Balaton Park test ahead of new MotoGP race

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Michelin Is the Tire of the Superbike World Championship, Here's Why It Matters

Michelin has announced that it will be the official tire supplier of the WorldSBK for five seasons from 2027 to 2031.

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The consequences of Toprak Razgatlioglu's arrival in MotoGP

With Toprak Razgatlioglu’s much-anticipated debut in MotoGP announced for next season, it’s time to assess the consequences his arrival will have - both for Yamaha and for the championship as a whole.

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Superbike legend Toprak Razgatlioglu signs with Pramac for 2026 MotoGP debut

Double world Superbike champion Toprak Razgatlioglu will make his MotoGP debut in 2026 as the Turkish star will ride for Pramac Yamaha.

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Superbike legend Razgatlıoğlu to make MotoGP debut in 2026 with Pramac Yamaha

Double world Superbike champion Toprak Razgatlıoğlu will make his MotoGP debut in 2026 as the Turkish star will ride for Pramac Yamaha.

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This New Race Could Feature Attainable Sportbikes, Making it Actually Relevant

The WSBK has axed the World Supersport 300 in favor for a new series that’s more attune to the goings on in the motorcycle market: World Sportbike.

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Renewable fuels in MotoGP & WorldSBK: Challenge and reward for TotalEnergies

The 2025 MotoGP season will be upon us within a few weeks. And while cost-saving regulations limit bike development for most of the motorcycle manufacturers, fuel suppliers are relishing the chance to chase even more performance in year two of the renewable fuels era.

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This Limited Edition BMW Motorcycle Goes Crazy With Carbon, Won't Come to the US

Out of all the supersport motorcycles I’ve had the joy of riding, the BMW S 1000 RR just has to be one of my favorites. It’s a cutting-edge machine with way more power than anyone has any business having on the street. And yet, for some reason, it’s very well-mannered—even…

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Let’s Be Real, the Bimota KB998 Rimini Is Really Just A ZX-10RR On Steroids

Whenever I see a new motorcycle, regardless of its brand, the first thing I look at is its engine. Naturally, the engine is what will dictate a huge part of how a certain bike will ride. And if you’re anything like me, then chances are you associate the bike’s identity…

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Bagnaia favours Bulega over Iannone for MotoGP debut with VR46

Defending MotoGP World Champion Francesco Bagnaia has thrown his support behind WorldSBK standout Nicolo Bulega as his candidate to replace Fabio di Giannantonio at VR46 Racing for the final two events of the 2024 MotoGP season.

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Iannone set to replace di Giannantonio for MotoGP's Malaysian GP

Andrea Iannone will make a surprise MotoGP comeback replacing the injured Fabio di Giannantonio at the VR46 Ducati team for the penultimate grand prix of the 2024 season in Malaysia early next month.

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Iannone set to end MotoGP hiatus after doping ban with VR46 cameo in Malaysia

Andrea Iannone will make a surprise MotoGP comeback replacing the injured Fabio di Giannantonio at the VR46 Ducati team for the penultimate grand prix of the 2024 season in Malaysia early next month.

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Good Luck Finding a Race Weekend Like MotoAmerica

I attended a round of MotoAmerica at Laguna Seca to see what makes this racing championship so special. The answer is a lot. Here's everything you need to know.

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Bimota is Getting Real Close to Missing Homologation Rules for its Race Motorcycle

Bimota is set to race at the WSBK in 2025. But before that, it needs to bring its KB5 supersport into production.

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Is World Superbike superstar Razgatlioglu a genuine solution for a MotoGP team?

Toprak Razgatlioglu’s manager Kenan Sofuoglu says “there are teams that want” the Turkish rider in MotoGP next year despite holding a BMW World Superbike deal to the end of 2025.

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Kawasaki Is Turning Into Bimota Racing Team For The 2025 WSBK Season

Kawasaki Racing Team is shutting down its factory WSBK effort at the end of 2024, but transitioning many members over to the new BbKRT for 2025.

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Kawasaki to shut down factory WSBK team at end of 2024

From next year, the Japanese manufacturer will not be represented with a full works team in WSBK, but will continue to have an involvement in the championship as an official partner to the resurrected Bimota operation.

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COTA: F1 and MotoGP double-header possible but not probable

Earlier this month it was announced that Liberty Media, the American entertainment company which also owns F1, acquired an 86% stake in Dorna Sports, valuing the MotoGP, WorldSBK and MotoE promoter at €4.2 billion.

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2024 WorldSBK Will Literally Race Into The Sunset At Portimao

The WorldSBK is heading to Portimao in August 2024 where it will hold sunset races amid a summer festival backdrop.

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Ever Wonder What The Differences Between MotoGP And WorldSBK Are?

There are indeed quite a few differences between the MotoGP and WorldSBK. Let's take a look at some and gain insights from six-time world champ Jonathan Rea.

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