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The World Superbike Championship (WorldSBK) is an international motorcycle road racing series founded in 1988 and sanctioned by the FIM. Unlike MotoGP, which uses purpose-built prototype machines, WorldSBK features modified production-based motorcycles homologated for racing from commercially available superbikes. Manufacturers such as Ducati, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Honda, and BMW field factory or supported entries. The championship typically comprises roughly 12 rounds across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, with multiple races per round and a champion crowned at season's end.

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What is the difference between WorldSBK and MotoGP?

WorldSBK (World Superbike Championship) features modified production-based motorcycles that are homologated for racing and available to the public, unlike MotoGP which uses purpose-built prototype machines. This makes WorldSBK racing highly relevant to everyday motorcycle enthusiasts, as the bikes resemble showroom models.

When was the World Superbike Championship founded?

WorldSBK was founded in 1988 and is the premier international road racing series for production motorcycles. It was established to bring thrilling, high-speed motorcycle racing to global audiences using recognizable, street-legal bike models.

Who sanctions and organizes the World Superbike Championship?

WorldSBK is officially sanctioned by the FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme), the global governing body for motorcycle racing. The commercial rights and daily operations are managed by Dorna Sports, the same organization that runs MotoGP.

What manufacturers compete in the WorldSBK series?

The grid is made up of top-tier motorcycle manufacturers who produce high-performance liter-bikes, including Ducati, Kawasaki, Yamaha, BMW, and Honda. These manufacturers must adhere to strict homologation rules, ensuring the bikes trace back to a specific street-legal production model.

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