Fuel flow adjustment for Ducati and BMW following Concession Checkpoint 2
The FIM have announced fuel flow adjustments for Ducati and BMW following the second concession checkpoint of the season
Following the conclusion of the third and fourth MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship rounds, corresponding to Concession Checkpoint 2, the FIM has evaluated the manufacturers' performance using the MSMA algorithm, as outlined in the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship Regulations.
According to Article 2.4.3.2 of the FIM WorldSBK Regulations – Overperformance Penalisation – BMW's performance values have exceeded the -0.250 threshold but remain above the -0.500 limit. As a result, BMW falls within the range that triggers a Step 1 Fuel Flow reduction.
In accordance with Article 2.4.3 (h) – Concessions and Super Concessions – Ducati has accumulated more than twelve Concession points over the next highest manufacturer at the checkpoint, thereby exceeding the allowed margin. Consequently, Ducati will also receive a Step 1 Fuel Flow reduction, in line with Article 2.4.2.2.
As per Article 2.4.2.2 of the SBK Regulations, a Step 1 Fuel Flow reduction equates to a decrease of 0.5 kg/h. As both Ducati and BMW had already been subject to a previous fuel flow reduction, each will now face a cumulative penalty of 1.0 kg/h in maximum fuel flow.
The FIM will continue to monitor manufacturers' performance at each Concession Checkpoint to ensure a balanced and competitive Championship.
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