Declaration of Independence Issued by SBK
In a statement the SBK said that is was their belief that; “the Superbike World Championship is one of the most interesting sports products that motor sport has ever produced and, therefore, excludes the possibility of a merger with the Grand Prix.”
The statement contains a quote from the President of Aprilia, Ivano Beggio affirming the factory’s commitment to the World Superbike series; “we are linked to this formula and we will continue to be so to the best of our ability.”
There was also reference to future rule changes in Superbikes, aimed at allowing 1000cc four-cylinder motorcycles to compete in the series. The Motorsport Manufacturers Association (MSMA), of which Beggio is also President, is currently considering; “modifications to the performance balance between the various engine’s configurations allowed by the technical regulation (2/3/4 cylinder, etc).” The MSMA hopes to have the any proposed changes defined before the next FIM meeting, which takes place in October this year.
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