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Alex Lowes confident of Bimota WorldSBK “steps” but “it’s difficult to know”
Alex Lowes says he is sure the Bimota WorldSBK bike has taken “steps”, but is wary of being too optimistic.
New bike, high 2026 WorldSBK expectations for Kawasaki: “We need to be in the top 5”
Kawasaki WorldSBK boss Manuel Puccetti says the new ZX-10RR should see his team fighting for the top-five in 2026.
Ex-Jonathan Rea crew chief makes Axel Bassani switch: “Slowly we start to work…”
Axel Bassani has begun working with Jonathan Rea’s former WorldSBK crew chief, Oriol Pallares.
Somkiat Chantra reveals MotoGP solutions in Honda WorldSBK debut
Somkiat Chantra says he tried a MotoGP-esque approach to electronics setup on his Honda WorldSBK debut.
BMW WorldSBK boss praises “impressive” Miguel Oliveira
Miguel Oliveira has already picked up praise from BMW after his first WorldSBK test.
Three crashes in first WorldSBK test for Jake Dixon: “A massive learning curve”
Jake Dixon crashed three times in the two-day Jerez WorldSBK test.
Jonathan Rea set for Honda WorldSBK wild-card?
Jonathan Rea’s Honda WorldSBK debut was delayed due to injury, wild-cards rumoured for 2026.
Isle of Man TT and MotoGP names featured on new WorldSBK class entry list
WorldSBK has published the entry lists for both the WorldSSP and WorldSPB classes in 2026.
Andrea Iannone 2026 plans revealed as WorldSBK entry list published
Andrea Iannone has been included on the 2026 WorldSBK provisional entry list.
BMW boss reveals Miguel Oliveira “surprise” at first WorldSBK test
One thing has been pointed out as a surprise to Miguel Oliveira about his debut WorldSBK test.
Ex-Alvaro Bautista WorldSBK crew chief makes positive first impression at Yamaha
Alvaro Bautista’s former WorldSBK crew chief Giulio Nava has begun life at Yamaha.
FIRST LOOK: Danilo Petrucci, Miguel Oliveira make first BMW WorldSBK appearance
Danilo Petrucci and Miguel Oliveira have made their first appearances on the BMW WorldSBK bike.
FIRST LOOK: Jake Dixon makes Honda HRC WorldSBK debut
Jake Dixon has finally had his first taste of Honda WorldSBK machinery at a test in Jerez.
Ryan Vickers WorldSBK 2026 replacement confirmed as ex-Moto2 rider gets promotion
Alberto Surra has been signed by Motocorsa Ducati for the 2026 WorldSBK season.
WorldSBK reject hopes for return to victory 2026 WorldSSP return
Dominique Aegerter returns to WorldSSP in 2026 after three years in WorldSBK.
Yari Montella hails “strong” rookie WorldSBK season despite “mistakes”
Yari Montella feels he had a “strong” rookie season in WorldSBK despite making “some mistakes”.
Jerez WorldSBK test marks last chance to “learn” for Bimota before 2026
Jerez will see the final WorldSBK test of 2025 this week, a last chance to “learn” about the KB998 for Bimota.
BSB team confirms 2026 WorldSBK appearance with “Australian rider”
The Superbike Advocates team has announced it will make a WorldSBK appearance in 2026.
Jake Dixon “can't wait” to hear Jonathan Rea’s Honda WorldSBK comments: "I'm intrigued"
Jake Dixon says signing Jonathan Rea is a statement of intent by Honda for its WorldSBK project, "can't wait" to hear his comments.
“Big goals” in WorldSBK 2026 for fourth-year Remy Gardner
Remy Gardner says he has “big goals” for the 2026 WorldSBK season.
WorldSBK “good guy” follows Toprak Razgatlioglu, Jonathan Rea at Yamaha
Andrea Locatelli took a positive first impression of sharing the Yamaha WorldSBK box with Xavi Vierge.
Peter Hickman makes WorldSBK step with new 2026 category
Peter Hickman’s PHR Performance team will step into WorldSBK’s Sportbike class in 2026 with Triumph.
Tarran Mackenzie pens 2026 WorldSBK deal with Ducati team
Tarran Mackenzie has confirmed his place on the 2026 WorldSBK grid with Ducati machinery.
Alvaro Bautista aims to repeat MotoGP champion’s achievement in WorldSBK 2026
Alvaro Bautista is dreaming of a fourth world title in the 2026 WorldSBK season.