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Yamaha is in trouble: Chinese brands are the new bogeymen

Next year, Yamaha’s presence in the paddock of the production-based World Championship will be much less prominent than before. This is down to the Chinese competition from ZX Moto, QJ Motor and CF Moto.

CF Moto’s entry into SBK: The search is on – for the best of 1.4 billion Chinese

Chinese manufacturers will also play an increasingly important role in motorbike racing in the future. The third and final part of the major exclusive interview with team boss Jorge ‘Aspar’ Martinez.

Alvaro Bautista on his worst season: Nobody knew what was going on

Just one podium finish, finishing a mere ninth in the World Championship: Alvaro Bautista’s Superbike season turned into a disaster. The 41-year-old explains why he suddenly found himself among the frontrunners towards the end of the season.

CF Moto in the World Superbike Championship: Why no rider has been signed yet

CF Moto is set to become the first Chinese brand to enter the World Superbike Championship, by the 2027 season finale in Shanghai at the latest. Jorge ‘Aspar’ Martinez reveals in an exclusive interview how far the plans have progressed.

Superbike test in Jerez: Honda works rider Somkiat Chantra sets the fastest time

Attendance was low on the second day of the first winter test in Jerez in preparation for the 2027 Superbike World Championship. Honda works rider Somkiat Chantra was faster than Sam Lowes (Ducati) had been the previous day.

CF Moto set to enter the World Superbike Championship: “The Japanese need to wake up”

In 2027, CF Moto will become the first Chinese manufacturer to compete in the World Superbike Championship. Jorge ‘Aspar’ Martinez explains exclusively why this is a quicker route than entering MotoGP.

New Honda Fireblade for 2027: The CBR1000RR-R has been completely revamped

In 2020, Honda Racing Corporation, responsible for all the motorbike manufacturer’s factory entries, returned to the World Superbike Championship. Jonathan Rea has been working hard for a year to improve the Fireblade.

A great loss: Yamaha is already mourning the passing of Xavier Vierge (29)

In the 2026 Superbike World Championship, Xavi Vierge often achieved the best results, even though the Spaniard was competing in his first season with the Yamaha works team. Everyone is aware that this is a heavy loss.

Jerez test: Sam Lowes leads, Honda unveils new Fireblade in camouflage

Ducati rider Sam Lowes set the fastest time on the first day of post-season testing. Honda unveiled new aerodynamics. At Jerez, the focus was on Michelin tyres, carbon brakes and technology for 2027.