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MAIDEN SEASON ENTRY LIST: Six manufacturers and their riders are all set to face off in WorldSPB’s inaugural season!

Thursday, 27 November 2025 10:00 GMT

World Sportbike takes another step towards its debut season with its confirmed entry list hot off the presses

Excitement continues to build in anticipation of the FIM Sportbike World Championship’s inaugural 2026 season. Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Kove, Triumph and Aprilia machines are set to go bar-to-bar, and the permanent riders and their teams have the provisional grid set. Now the focus in the garage can turn to shaking down their platforms and preparing for their eight-round season, which kicks off at Portimao on Friday, March 27th. All 33 talented permanent riders across the 18 teams are gearing up with the same dream in mind, lifting the WorldSPB trophy in the Championship’s maiden year. For the official entry list, click HERE!

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