So far we have four manufacturers homologated for the WorldSSP300 series: Honda CBR500R, Kawasaki Ninja 300 (EX300ADF), Yamaha YZF-R3 and KTM RC390. It would allow them to learn what it means to be a professional rider, learn world championship tracks and to be in the same paddock as World Champions” WorldSBK Sporting director Gregorio Lavilla explains how they hope to create greater chances for talents: “We would like to provide more opportunities for riders to become a professional racer, in an affordable class. All bikes will be homologated by the FIM, and are subject to modifications to weight and rev limits by the SBK Commission, which will ensure the maximum possible parity. These types of bikes are becoming more popular with manufacturers, meaning they will fit in with the ‘production based series’. Any motorcycle classed as an A2 machine on the road in Europe will be allowed to race in the series. Bringing in a whole host of new riders onto the world scene, they will not only get a chance to showcase their ability but also understand how a world racing series works.Īs a new feeder class, the minimum age is 15 and it will feature a range of lightweight sport bikes.
This season sees the launch of the highly anticipated FIM Supersport 300 World Championship, a class which will provide a world platform for young talents.
