Goodbye Suzuki, hello Honda: Wixx Racing is starting a new chapter in 2027

After the Suzuki had performed impressively in national series, Track & Trades Wixx Racing entered the Japanese sports bike into the World Championship with high hopes. However, the GSX-8R was only capable of podium finishes at a few circuits – Jeffrey Buis and his team-mate Ferre Fleerackers each secured one victory and a combined total of four further top-three finishes, but on many tracks the Suzuki riders were only able to fight for places in the top 15.

Now for the surprise: following RT Motorsports’ entry with Honda, Wixx Racing is also switching to the CBR600RR for 2027; the two Suzukis from this year’s World Sportbike Championship are up for sale. And because Buis announced his retirement at the end of the season, the Dutch team is facing a fresh start in its second Sportbike season.

“We’re really looking forward to competing alongside Honda next season. This is another important step forward for our team, and we have great confidence in this partnership. We will make the most of the winter months to further develop the Honda motorbikes and prepare everything for the coming season,” explained team manager Wiljan Wikselaar. “There is still a lot of work ahead of us, but we are highly motivated to tackle this new challenge together. I would like to thank Honda, our sponsors, partners and everyone who has placed their trust in this project.”

Whilst the contract with the Belgian rider Fleerackers was extended, Wikselaar brought a fellow countryman, Jurrien van Crugten, into his team. The 18-year-old competed in the last three rounds of the season on an Aprilia, achieving a ninth-place finish at Magny-Cours as his best result.

“I’m really looking forward to continuing my journey in the Superbike paddock, this time with the Track & Trades Wixx Racing Team and Honda,” said the teenager. “First of all, I’d like to thank everyone who has made this opportunity possible. I believe the Honda suits my riding style well, and I’m confident that, with the team’s knowledge and experience, we can put together a strong package.”

Ferre Fleerackers und Jurrien van Crugten

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