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New Phillip Island Asphalt Forces Pirelli To Introduce Pitstop In WorldSBK Season Opener In what is almost becoming a tradition, the resurfacing of the Phillip Island circuit is causing problems for tire manufacturers. This time, it is the World Superbike paddock who are in trouble, as the new surface is causing temperature issues for Pirelli, forcing the both WorldSBK races to be shortened from 22 to 20 laps, and the introduction of compulsory pit stops in both the WorldSBK and WorldSSP classes.

Riders in both classes have been given a three-lap window in which to change tires. In the WorldSBK class, tires must be swapped between laps 9 and 11, while the WorldSSP class will have to change tires between laps 8 and 10.


David EmmettThu, 22/Feb/2024 - 13:03

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