Yamaha R9 GYTR Cup Germany: New racing series to start in 2027

Based on the Yamaha R9, an exciting motorsport concept awaits ambitious racers and track day riders, featuring five to six race weekends as part of the International Bike Promotion Championship (IBPM). Alongside thrilling races and a level playing field in terms of technical specifications, the focus is on one thing above all else: maximising track time.

The Yamaha R9 GYTR Cup Germany will mark the start of a new chapter in national Yamaha one-make racing in 2027. As the successor to the Yamalube Yamaha R7 Cup, the racing series will feature the more powerful Yamaha R9 and an event concept designed to offer participants not only direct competition but also extensive opportunities for training and personal development.

Yamaha R9: Racing DNA straight from the factory

The Yamaha R9 has already impressively demonstrated its sporting potential. In this year’s Euro Moto Supersport – which will revert to the IDM next year – Dirk Geiger secured the championship title on the Yamaha R9, thereby underlining the Supersport model’s competitiveness. With its 890 cm³ CP3 three-cylinder engine and high-quality chassis and braking components fitted as standard, the Yamaha R9 provides a solid foundation for the new one-make cup. The technical specifications for the motorcycles to be used in the 2027 Yamaha R9 GYTR Cup, and the modifications permitted, will be announced when the official regulations are published.

“The Yamaha R9 has already demonstrated its potential. With the new cup, we want to build on this sporting foundation to offer ambitious riders an attractive platform for direct competition. We look forward to opening a new chapter in German manufacturer racing with the R9 in 2027,” explains Wim Vermeulen, Division Manager After Sales at the German branch of Yamaha Motor Europe.

Five to six race weekends as part of the IBPM

Five to six race weekends are planned for the inaugural 2027 season as part of the International Bike Promotion Championship (IBPM). By integrating the series into existing events, participants will benefit from a comprehensive track programme which, in addition to the races themselves, offers ample opportunity to get to know the motorbike, work on the set-up and improve their lap times.

The provisional circuit schedule includes the Hockenheimring, the Schleizer Dreieck, the Motorsport Arena Oschersleben and the Autodrom Most in the Czech Republic. The Automotodrom Brno in the Czech Republic, the TT Circuit Assen in the Netherlands and the Nürburgring are being considered as further potential venues. As the allocation of dates for the circuits has not yet been finalised, the definitive race calendar is currently subject to change.

Plenty of track time and an attractive racing concept

The Yamaha R9 GYTR Cup is aimed at both experienced racing riders and ambitious track day riders who wish to take the next step into organised racing. The combination of extensive track time, professionally organised racing events and direct competition is designed to create an attractive overall package for participants.

Even away from the track, the new series offers opportunities to interact with other riders, learn together and experience the special atmosphere within the Yamaha Racing Family. “We want to offer participants a race weekend where they really get their money’s worth. Plenty of track time, exciting races and a relaxed atmosphere in the paddock are key elements of the concept for us. We’re looking forward to getting the season underway in 2027 with the R9 and lots of motivated riders,” says Suzana Jotovic, Cup Manager.

Preparations for the 2027 season are already underway. Further information on the technical regulations, the conditions of entry and the exact schedule for the race weekends will be published at a later date. Interested riders can already register for the 2027 Yamaha R9 GYTR Cup Germany.