FIM World Championship & General News 

Press release 27th November 2017

GMT94 YAMAHA PICKS UP MEDALS AT THE FIM AWARDS

Gold medals were handed out to the FIM EWC 2016-2017 endurance world champions in Andorra on Sunday 27 November at the FIM Awards, where prizes were given to the winners of all of last season’s FIM world championships.

GMT94 Yamaha, who were crowned FIM EWC 2016-2017 world champions after winning two previous world titles in 2004 and 2014, were in the limelight on Sunday evening in Andorra la Vella during the FIM Awards. Prizes were awarded to all the 2017 world champions during the ceremony. Christophe Guyot, the GMT94 Yamaha team manager, accepted the world champion’s gold medal on behalf of the team, which emerged the winner following a thrilling season that wound up with a finale in Japan, at the Suzuka 8 Hours. David Checa and Niccolò Canepa were the only two riders of the FIM EWC 2016-2017 world championship winning team to be given a medal. The French team’s third hero, Mike Di Meglio, joined GMT94 Yamaha at the 24 Heures Motos 2017, and had therefore not scored any points for the team during the opening round of the 2016-2017 season: the Bol d’Or 2016 on the Paul Ricard circuit. GMT94 Yamaha and all three of its riders have already staked a solid claim to the FIM EWC 2017-2018 title by winning the Bol d’Or in September 2017.

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MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship

FIM Supersport and Supersport 300 World Championships

European Superstock 1000 Championship

2018 provisional calendar, 2 November DATE

COUNTRY

CIRCUIT

WorldSBK

WorldSSP

WorldSSP300

STK1000

23-25 February

AUS

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

X

X

23-25 March

THA

Chang International Circuit

X

X

13-15 April

ESP

MotorLand Aragón

X

X

X

X

20 -22 April

NED

TT Circuit Assen

X

X

X

X

11-13 May

ITA

Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari di Imola

X

X

X

X

25-27 May

GBR

Donington Park

X

X

X

X

8-10 June

CZE

Automotodrom Brno

X

X

X

X

22-24 June

USA

Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca

X

6-8 July

ITA

Misano World Circuit "Marco Simoncelli"

X

X

X

X

14-16 September

POR

Autódromo Internacional do Algarve

X

X

X

X

28-30 September

FRA

Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours

X

X

X

X

12–14 October

ARG*

El Villicum

X

X

25-27 October

QAT

Losail International Circuit

X

X

*(STH) Subject to homologation 2018 OFFICIAL TESTS •19-20 February, Australia, Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit (WorldSBK & WorldSSP) •23-24 August, Portugal, Autódromo Internacional do Algarve (WorldSBK)

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FIM Grand Prix World Championship Provisional Calendar

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2017 Conference of FIM Commissions The 2017 Conference of the FIM Commissions took place this weekend in Geneva bringing together almost 300 members of the FIM Family. FIM Family Picture / © Patrice Moullet The annual gathering of the FIM Commissions is one of the most important occasions in the FIM’s year when the members of the FIM Board of Directors, the members of the FIM Commissions and the FIM Administration meet and exchange views and information. It is also a great occasion to celebrate and recognise the achievements of dedicated volunteers. This year, the FIM will also be celebrating the 25th anniversary of the International Sustainability Commission (CID). This Commission, formerly known as the International Environment Commission, has recently changed its name in recognition of the FIM’s commitment to organisation of sustainable events. The Conference of FIM Commissions highlighted the three strategic focuses of Sport, Beyond Sport, and Volunteers. The Plenary Session of the Conference on Saturday morning included a presentation entitled ‘Focus on Commissions’ highlighting key projects and challenges. There followed a ‘View from the Motorcycle Industry’ presented by Mr Edwin Bastiaensen, Secretary General of IMMA (International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association). He outlined the structure and aims of IMMA and some of the association’s members’ key projects, some of which are of considerable interest to the FIM. The thematic part of the Session concluded with a workshop on “Identifying key skills and knowledge”. This is part of an initiative launched by the FIM under the umbrella of its Strategic Plan to develop and nurture the skills of its volunteers by various means including training delivered through a digital Academy. At the end of the Plenary Session, honorary positions were awarded and loyal service awards were presented to members of the FIM Commissions.

FIM  Plenay Session / © Patrice Moullet Mr Jesper Christensen FIM CAP DIrector/ © Patrice Moullet The various FIM Commissions then met on Saturday afternoon and Sunday to review the latest season and discuss the challenges they face, improvements that need to be made and targets for the coming season and beyond. The Board of Directors meeting and a number of seminars and Board Committee meetings were also held in the days preceding the Plenary Session. FIM Chief Executive Officer Steve Aeschlimann expressed his satisfaction following the annual FIM gathering. “The Conference of the FIM Commissions remains a very important opportunity to meet with all the members of the FIM Commissions. It gives us an opportunity to explore our shared objectives and to exchange views on how we can best work together to reach our targets. This gathering of the FIM family is also the perfect moment to thank and reward the volunteers for their valuable dedication to the FIM. These people are a pillar of the Federation and of motorcycling in general and without them, our sport would not be what it is today.”   Mrs Isabelle Larivière | Communications Manager | Isabelle.lariviere@fim.ch

ABOUT THE FIM (www.fim-live.com) The FIM (Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme) founded in 1904, is the governing body for motorcycle sport and the global advocate for motorcycling. The FIM is an independent association formed by 113 National Federations throughout the world. It is recognised as the sole competent authority in motorcycle sport by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Among its 50 FIM World Championships the main events are MotoGP, Superbike, Endurance, Motocross, Supercross, Trial, Enduro, Cross-Country Rallies and Speedway. Furthermore, the FIM is also active and involved in the following areas: public affairs, road safety, touring and protection of the environment. The FIM was the first international sports federation to impose an Environmental Code in 1994. Unsubscribe

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2017 FIM CEV Repsol Moto3™ Technical Regulations

The technical rules for the 2017 FIM CEV Repsol are now available.

For the Moto3™ Junior World Championship class technical rules, please click HERE

The following sections of the technical regulations have been modified for the 2017 season: (2.4.3) (2.5.2.) (2.11.3) (2.11.8) (2.12.3) (2.12.5) (2.16.10) (2.17) (2.18).

Visit the official Championship website for all the results and info, plus videos and photos of our future stars in action: www.fimcevrepsol.com

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Not hard to see why Spain has so many top road racers, they provide most of the events for riders to learn then "feed" into GP. Perhaps promoters can't make enough money out of these e vents, but it pays off long term, Spain gets more WC than other countries.

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FIM Grand Prix World Championship

Decision of the Grand Prix Commission

The Grand Prix Commission, composed of Messrs. Carmelo Ezpeleta (Dorna, Chairman), Paul Duparc (FIM), Herve Poncharal (IRTA) and Takanao Tsubouchi (MSMA) in the presence of Carlos Ezpeleta (Dorna) and Mike Trimby (IRTA, Secretary of the meeting), in an electronic meeting held on 23 January 2017, made the following decision:

Official ECU for the Moto2 Class

On the a18th of October 2016 Dorna opened a tender for the supply of the official Moto2 ECU for three seasons, 2019-2021. By the closing date of the tender expressions of interest had been received from five companies.

After examination of the tenders Dorna decided to propose the appointment of Magneti Marelli as the official supplier for 2019-2021.

The proposal was unanimously approved by the Grand Prix Commission.

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FIM Grand Prix World Championship

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A new CEO for the FIM

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FIM MotoGP World Championship

Decision of the Permanent Bureau

The Permanent Bureau of the FIM MotoGP World Championship, composed of Messrs Vito Ippolito, FIM President, and Carmelo Ezpeleta, Chief Executive Officer of Dorna Sports, met on Monday 09 January and announced that Dorna has appointed Loris Capirossi as Dorna representative in Race Direction.

The Permanent Bureau announced the composition of the Race Direction as follows: Mike Webb (formerly from New Zealand), Race Director (IRTA Representative); Franco Uncini, Grand Prix Safety Officer (FIM Representative); Loris Capirossi (Dorna Representative).

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FIM Grand Prix World Championship

Decision of the Grand Prix Commission

The Grand Prix Commission, composed of Messrs. Carmelo Ezpeleta (Dorna, Chairman), Ignacio Verneda

(FIM CEO), Herve Poncharal (IRTA) and Takanao Tsubouchi (MSMA) in the presence of Carlos Ezpeleta

(Dorna) and Mike Trimby (IRTA, Secretary of the meeting), in an electronic meeting held on 15th.

December 2016, made the following decisions:

Technical Regulations – MotoGP class

Effective Season 2017

Automatic Detection of Tyre Types

In collaboration with Michelin and the MotoGP class manufacturers a new system will be implemented

that will enable automatic detection of the tyres that that riders are using and to make that information

available to all riders and teams as well as to the TV broadcasters.

The tyre detection is made by means of wireless technology. The information is then fed to the unified

ECU and routed to the track timing system which reports via an updated version of the unified software.

Tyre Allocations

To address the issue of a perceived disadvantage affecting riders who progress from QP1 to QP2, the two

riders involved will now be able to choose an additional soft specification rear slick tyre. The total

number of tyres available to such riders remains unchanged.

Addendum – Tyre Allocations

In the information released concerning decisions of the Grand Prix Commission in Madrid held on the 2nd.

of December it was stated that the maximum number of wet and dry track tyres remains unchanged.

This was incorrect. The maximum number of wet weather tyres has been changed to five front and six

rear. (Race Direction can still approve an additional allocation of one extra front and rear tyres when all

free practice and qualifying is held in wet conditions).

A regularly updated version of the FIM Grand Prix Regulations which contains the detailed text of the

regulation changes may be viewed shortly on:

http://www.fim-live.com/en/sport/regulations-and-documents/grand-prix/

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FIM MXGP/MX2 Motocross World Championships

Championnats du Monde FIM de Motocross MXGP/MX2

MXGP of Qatar, Losail (QAT), 25 February - Entry list

MXGP – Over 175cc to 250cc 2-stroke / 290cc to 450cc 4-stroke

No Rider Motorcycle Nat. Fed. Team

4 Tonus Arnaud Yamaha SUI FMS Wilvo Yamaha MXGP

7 Leok Tanel Husqvarna EST EMF Husqvarna 8Biano Racing

9 de Dycker Ken Suzuki BEL FMB JTECH SUZUKI VALENTI

12 Nagl Maximilian Husqvarna GER DMS Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing

17 Butron Jose KTM ESP RFME Marchetti Racing Team KTM

21 Paulin Gautier Husqvarna FRA MCM Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing

22 Strijbos Kevin Suzuki BEL FMB Team Suzuki World MXGP

24 Simpson Shaun Yamaha GBR ACU Wilvo Yamaha MXGP

25 Desalle Clement Kawasaki BEL FMB Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team

27 Jasikonis Arminas Suzuki LTU DMSB Team Suzuki World MXGP

45 Nicholls Jake KTM GBR ACU Hitachi KTM UK

71 Graulus Damon Honda BEL FMB 24MX Lucas Oil Honda

77 Lupino Alessandro Honda ITA FMI Team Honda Red Moto

79 Corneth Jaap Yamaha NED KNMV STC RACING

84 Herlings Jeffrey KTM NED KNMV Red Bull KTM Factory Racing

89 Van Horebeek Jeremy Yamaha BEL FMB Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team

92 Guillod Valentin Yamaha SUI FMS Team Honda Red Moto

99 Anstie Max Husqvarna GBR ACU Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing

100 Searle Tommy Kawasaki GBR ACU Monster Energy DRT Kawasaki

222 Cairoli Antonio KTM ITA FMI Red Bull KTM Factory Racing

243 Gajser Tim Honda SLO AMZS Team HRC MXGP

259 Coldenhoff Glenn KTM NED KNMV Red Bull KTM Factory Racing

461 Febvre Romain Yamaha FRA FFM Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MXGP Team

777 Bobryshev Evgeny Honda RUS MUL Team HRC MXGP

868 Docherty Michael Kawasaki RSA UAEMC

911 Tixier Jordi Kawasaki FRA FFM Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team

999 Goncalves Rui Husqvarna POR FMP Husqvarna 8Biano Racing

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MX2 – Over 100cc to 125cc 2-stroke / 175cc to 250cc 4-stroke

No Rider Motorcycle Nat. Fed. Team

6 Paturel Benoit Yamaha FRA FFM Kemea Yamaha Yamalube

10 Vlaanderen Calvin KTM NED KNMV HSF Logistics Motorsport Team

15 Bonini Davide KTM ITA FMI KTM Silver Action

18 Brylyakov Vsevolod Kawasaki RUS MFR Monster Energy DRT Kawasaki

19 Kjer Olsen Thomas Husqvarna DEN DMU Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing

28 Notsuka Chihiro Honda JPN MFJ Team HRC

29 Jacobi Henry Husqvarna GER DMSB STC RACING

33 Lieber Julien KTM BEL FMB LRT KTM

41 Jonass Pauls KTM LAT LAMSF Red Bull KTM Factory Racing

46 Pootjes Davy KTM NED KNMV HSF Logistics Motorsport Team

57 Sanayei Darian Kawasaki USA AMA Monster Energy DRT Kawasaki

61 Prado Garcia Jorge KTM ESP RFME Red Bull KTM Ractory Racing

64 Covington Thomas Husqvarna USA AMA Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing

66 Larranaga

Olano Iker Husqvarna ESP RFME Husqvarna 8Biano Racing

67 Klingsheim Magne Kawasaki NOR NMF F&H Racing Team

91 Seewer Jeremy Suzuki SUI FMS Team Suzuki World MX2

96 Lawrence Hunter Suzuki AUS MA Team Suzuki World MX2

97 Ivanov Maykal Grisha Honda BUL QMMF Vamo Racing Team

98 Vaessen Bas Suzuki NED KNMV Team Suzuki World MX2

118 Rubini Stephen Kawasaki FRA FFM Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team

128 Monticelli Ivo KTM ITA FMI Marchetti Racing Team KTM

152 Petrov Petar Kawasaki BUL QMMF Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team

161 Östlund Alvin Yamaha SWE SVEMO Kemea Yamaha Yamalube

170 Ward Caleb Husqvarna AUS MA Husqvarna 8Biano Racing

172 Van doninck Brent Yamaha BEL FMB Kemea Yamaha Yamalube

189 Bogers Brian KTM NED KNMV HSF Logistics Motorsport Team

200 Dunn James Yamaha GBR ACU iFly JK Racing

211 Lapucci Nicholas KTM ITA FMI Italian Factory

223 Tropepe Giuseppe Suzuki ITA FMI JTECH SUZUKI VALENTI

297 Gole Anton Husqvarna SWE SVEMO CEC Husqvarna Sweden

321 Bernardini Samuele TM ITA FMI TM Racing Factory Team

426 Mewse Conrad Husqvarna GBR ACU Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing

747 Cervellin Michele Honda ITA FMI Team HRC

811 Sterry Adam Kawasaki GBR ACU Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team

841 Moroni Luca KTM ITA FMI Italian Factory

919 Watson Ben KTM GBR ACU Hitachi KTM UK

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FIM Cross Country Rallies Commission

2017 Provisional Calendars, 29 November

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 FIM Superbike & Supersport World Championships

Changes to the Regulations for 2017

The Superbike Commission composed of Messrs Gregorio Lavilla (WSBK Sporting Department Director), Takanao Tsubouchi (MSMA Representative), Rezsö Bulcsu (FIM CCR Director) in the presence of Messrs Daniel Carrera (Dorna), Paul Duparc, Charles Hennekam and Scott Smart (FIM) in a meeting held in Madrid (ESP) on 01 December, made the following changes to the 2017 MOTUL FIM Superbike & Supersport World Championships Regulations:

Sporting Regulations

1. Slight changes have been carried out to the Sporting rules concerning mainly the meanings of the signalling flags or riders behaviours. In each class, 2 wild cards will be allocated for each event and the deadline for presenting the wild card candidature will be extended to 90 days for overseas event.

2. The formation of the grid for Race 2 will now be decided following race results from Saturday. Superpole results will continue to define starting positions for riders who finished in 10th position or lower, however the front of the grid will now be determined on Race One results.

The front three rows will be affected in the following way:

? Top three riders move back to row three and see 1st and 3rd reverse their positions.

? Riders who finished in 4th, 5th and 6th will be promoted to the front row.

? Riders who finished in 7th, 8th and 9th will start from the second row.

3. A new and updated time schedule across the weekend is to be defined which means we will see changes to how the WorldSBK race weekend is played out, especially with the introduction of the World Supersport 300 series.

4. There is to be ban of the use of scooters in order to aid track familiarization in the build up to or over a race weekend. Walking or the use of bicycles will be permitted, as seen in MotoGP™

5. On a similar note there is set to be a prevention of machines at the back of the grid for race formation which is again mirroring the regulations of MotoGP™

6. FIM Supersport World Championship (600 class) will welcome an introduction of flag to flag races, meaning we will see Supersport motorcycles change tyres during a race when conditions change.

It is reminded that as from 2017, the FIM Superstock 1000cc Cup becomes a European Championship under the name of European Superstock 1000 Championship. 11 ROUTE DE SUISSE CH – 1295 MIES FOUNDED 1904 TEL +41 22 950 95 00 FAX +41 22 950 95 01 info@fim.ch WWW.FIM-LIVE.COM

Technical Regulations

Various technical changes are to be implemented into WorldSBK for 2017, and despite some only being minor it will see a large impact on the series.

FIM Superbike World Championship: Airbox regulations have been updated meaning sensors will now be allowed to change. Additionally, parts of the Variable intake tract system may now be replaced for added strength, whilst retaining exactly the same functionality as the respective street bike.

FIM Supersport World Championship: In terms of technical modifications for this class updates have been brought in to allow modifications to the wheel axles, related parts and front fender mounts. These changes will mean we will see easier, safer and faster wheel changes.

Medical Regulations

As of the upcoming season, it will now be the athlete's duty to immediately inform the medical director if there are changes in his/her health condition which may interfere with the ability to ride.

The 2017 MOTUL FIM Superbike & Supersport World Championships Regulations will be available at FIM-LIVE.COM within the next two weeks.

About the FIM (www.fim-live.com)

The FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) founded in 1904, is the governing body for motorcycle sport and the global advocate for motorcycling. The FIM is an independent association formed by 112 National Federations throughout the world. It is recognised as the sole competent authority in motorcycle sport by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Among its 50 FIM World Championships the main events are MotoGP, Superbike, Endurance, Motocross, Supercross, Trial, Enduro, Cross-Country Rallies and Speedway. Furthermore, the FIM is also active and involved in the following areas: public affairs, road safety, touring and protection of the environment. The FIM was the first international sports federation to impose an Environmental Code in 1994.

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FIM Motocross World Championships

2017 Calendar, updated 22 November

The event originally scheduled in San Marino has been cancelled and changes of venue are in bold.

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FIM Grand Prix World Championship

Decision of the Grand Prix Commission

The Grand Prix Commission, composed of Messrs. Carmelo Ezpeleta (Dorna, Chairman), Ignacio Verneda (FIM CEO), Herve Poncharal (IRTA) and Takanao Tsubouchi (MSMA) in the presence of Javier Alonso (Dorna) and Mike Trimby (IRTA, Secretary of the meeting), in a meeting held in Valencia on 12th. November 2016, made the following decisions:

Technical Regulations

Effective Season 2017

MotoGP Class Sensors

Currently, MotoGP class teams may use non-homologated sensors in all free practice sessions and warm up. Because FP1, FP2 and FP3 are timed for inclusion in QP1 and QP2 these are, in effect, qualifying sessions. In future, use of non-homologated sensors is only permitted in FP4 and warm up.

MotoGP Class Aerodynamic Evolution

At the last meeting of the GPC in Motegi a limit on the number of upgrades that a manufacturer can make to the design of their fairing or front mudguard during the season was imposed. It has now been agreed that Manufacturers in their first season of participation are not subject to this restriction and can make unlimited changes subject, of course, to designs complying with regulations.

Tyre Pressure Management

Teams are already required to respect tyre use parameters which have been agreed in consultation with the tyre suppliers. A new regulation has now been agreed that prohibits the use of any device on the wheel to control or adjust tyre pressures whilst on track.

Safety Lights

It is no longer a requirement for the rider to be able to operate the safety light whilst on the motorcycle. (This is managed by the machine electronics).

Track Familiarisation

Previously, riders using road-homologated machines for track familiarisation, that are the same capacity as the class of the rider, were required to submit details of the machine to be used to the Technical Director for approval. To remove this requirement a list of permitted changes to the motorcycle will be included in the regulations which defines which parts may be changed.

Moto3 Chassis

Subject to certain restrictions on upgrades to performance parts and the use of 2017 sensors, teams are permitted to use a 2016 chassis in 2017.

Engines

The regulation has been clarified and now states that the machine may be propelled exclusively by an internal combustion engine. 11 ROUTE DE SUISSE CH – 1295 MIES FOUNDED 1904 TEL +41 22 950 95 00 FAX +41 22 950 95 01 info@fim.ch WWW.FIM-LIVE.COM

Sporting Regulations

Effective Season 2017

Interrupted Races and Restarting

The regulations already state that to be classified in the results of a race, whether interrupted or not, the rider must enter the pit lane, riding or pushing their motorcycle, within five minutes of the chequered or red flag being displayed.

When a race is interrupted after three laps have been completed then the same condition will now apply to be eligible to participate in any restarted race.

Restarted Races – Penalties

Any start position penalties applying to a rider in the first race. e.g. a drop of grid position or starting the race from pit lane, will now be considered to have been served at the original race start and will not apply to the restarted race, except when the first part was for less than three laps in which case the penalties will carry forward to the restart.

Pit Lane Safety

At the GPC meeting in Brno it was decided to restrict the number of mechanics working in pit lane during flag to flag races and to make it a requirement that such mechanics wore crash helmets. This requirement has now been extended to the two sessions of MotoGP class qualifying; QP1 and QP2.

Other Matters

Appointment of Official Fuel Supplier for Moto3 and Moto2

The Commission approved the re-appointment of Total/Elf as the official fuel supplier for these classes for 2107-2019

A regularly updated version of the FIM Grand Prix Regulations which contains the detailed text of the regulation changes may be viewed shortly on:

http://www.fim-live.com/en/sport/regulations-and-documents/grand-prix/

About the FIM (www.fim-live.com)

The FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) founded in 1904, is the governing body for motorcycle sport and the global advocate for motorcycling. The FIM is an independent association formed by 112 National Federations throughout the world. It is recognised as the sole competent authority in motorcycle sport by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Among its 50 FIM World Championships the main events are MotoGP, Superbike, Endurance, Motocross, Supercross, Trial, Enduro, Cross-Country Rallies and Speedway. Furthermore, the FIM is also active and involved in the following areas: public affairs, road safety, touring and protection of the environment. The FIM was the first international sports federation to impose an Environmental Code in 1994.

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FIM Grand Prix World Championship

Teams accepted for participation in 2017

Moto3TM and Moto2TM Classes

Teams wishing to benefit from a Participation Agreement with IRTA had a deadline of the British GP to submit their applications. As usual, there were considerably more applications than places available.

Applications were considered during several meetings of the Selection Committee and participation has now been confirmed with teams who will supply 31 riders in the Moto3 Class and 32 riders in the Moto2 class.

Listed below are the teams accepted in each class together with the number of entries and the brand of machine to be used.

In order not to anticipate media announcements by the teams, no names of the riders are included. A final entry list, including names of riders, will be published by the FIM in the week preceding the Valencia GP.

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FIM Superbike & Supersport World Championships & European Superstock 1000 Championship

Changes to Regulations for 2017 (and beyond)

The Superbike Commission composed of Messrs Javier Alonso (WSBK Executive Director), Takanao Tsubouchi (MSMA Representative), Ignacio Verneda (FIM CEO) met at the Motorland Aragon circuit, on 23 September 2016 in the presence of MM Daniel Carrera, Gregorio Lavilla, (Dorna), Charles Hennekam, Scott Smart and Paul Duparc (FIM).

The main following changes have been decided in the 2017 FIM Superbike & Supersport World Championships and European Superstock 1000 Championship Regulations:

FIM Superbike World Championship Technical Updates

Small changes have been made to the Superbike Technical Regulations.

Due to difficulty air freighting larger lithium based batteries, limits have been set for battery capacity. The machines will also be required to have working generators to maintain the level of charge in the battery.

In addition to the update to the generator the regulations for balance shaft has been brought closer to Stock rules and they must now remain standard.

Updates have been made to more closely control the allocation of tyres in the category.

FIM Supersport World Championship

As the current regulations were introduced last season the rules will remain largely the same.

There will be the addition of a price limit to the suspension, fork kits and shock absorbers - mirrored in the Superstock class and started in the Superbike class. This ensures that all teams have the same level of access to components and at the same pricing. 11 ROUTE DE SUISSE CH – 1295 MIES FOUNDED 1904 TEL +41 22 950 95 00 FAX +41 22 950 95 01 info@fim.ch WWW.FIM-LIVE.COM

European Superstock 1000 Championship*

There will be the introduction of a suspension price limit, as in Supersport and detailed above.

For 2017 and 2018 greater limits will be applied to the (ECU) software to reduce the workload and skill level required by the teams. For 2019 the Superstock Kit Electronics will have to be based on the street hardware for the processing units (ECU’s) but the software can be modified by the manufacturer to better suit racing conditions and allow setting changes by the teams.

* FIM Europe

About the FIM (www.fim-live.com)

The FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) founded in 1904, is the governing body for motorcycle sport and the global advocate for motorcycling. The FIM is an independent association formed by 112 National Federations throughout the world. It is recognised as the sole competent authority in motorcycle sport by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Among its 50 FIM World Championships the main events are MotoGP, Superbike, Endurance, Motocross, Supercross, Trial, Enduro, Cross-Country Rallies and Speedway. Furthermore, the FIM is also active and involved in the following areas: public affairs, road safety, touring and protection of the environment. The FIM was the first international sports federation to impose an Environmental Code in 1994.

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New FIM Supersport 300 World Championship set to begin in 2017

FIM and Dorna WSBK Organisation announce the creation of the WorldSSP 300 Championship for 2017.
This new production-based platform is designed to be the new beginner class for the WorldSBK Championship, feeding the higher categories with new talents in the near future. This class will be a perfect window for the various manufacturers to showcase their new range of lightweight 300 sport bikes that are emerging in the marketplace. The category is devoted to building rider potential and discovering new talents worldwide, with a minimum rider entry age of 15.

 “This new platform will be the perfect environment for developing future talent,” said Vito Ippolito, President of FIM. “The intention of WorldSSP 300 is to create a benchmark for National Championships to follow. We want to offer an environment that is regulated and relatively equal in which future talent can grow, and where manufacturers can accompany young riders as they take their first steps  towards stardom. ”

 “The focus is to have an affordable Series for these young competitors,” said Javier Alonso, WorldSBK Executive Director. “There has been great interest for low-capacity motorcycles in this sport and the new WorldSSP 300 class strives to offer that. It will be promoted by Manufacturers as an easily accessible championship, the best possible platform to grow future stars where Manufacturers can accompany riders from an early age and as they progress through their career.

A full list of the provisional Technical Regulations for the WorldSSP 300 Championship can be found HERE.

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