ASBK Summer racing series to kick off in 2027.
Motorcycling Australia has announced a major shake-up for the mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul (ASBK), with the ASBK Summer racing series set to begin from 2027.
The move — described by MA as a “new era” for Australian superbike racing — will align ASBK with major international championships such as WorldSBK and MotoAmerica.
Short 2026 Transition Season
Before the full summer switch, a shorter five-round 2026 season will act as the transition year, kicking off at Phillip Island alongside WorldSBK from 20-22 February and concluding with the ASBK Grand Finale at Queensland Raceway on 26-28 June.
The 2026 season will feature 11 Superbike races across those five rounds:
2026 ASBK PROVISIONAL CALENDAR
- Rd1: Phillip Island, Vic (Feb 20-22)
- Rd2: Sydney Motorsport Park, NSW (Mar 27-28)
- Rd3: The Bend, SA (May 1-3)
- Rd4: Morgan Park, Qld (May 29-31)
- Rd5: Queensland Raceway, Qld (Jun 26-28)
ASBK Goes Summer
After an extended winter break, the all-new ASBK summer season will launch in October 2026, continuing through to April 2027. The seven-round championship will include visits to The Bend, Phillip Island, Queensland Raceway and the newly developed One Raceway in New South Wales, with additional venues to be confirmed.
2027 ASBK PROVISIONAL CALENDAR*
- Rd1: October 2026, location TBA
- Rd2: November 2026, The Bend, SA
- Rd3: December 2026, One Raceway, NSW
- Rd4: January 2027, location TBA
- Rd5: February 2027, Phillip Island, Vic (WorldSBK)
- Rd6: March 2027, Queensland Raceway, Qld
- Rd7: April 2027, The Bend, SA
Why the Change?
Motorcycling Australia CEO Peter Doyle said the move has been years in the making.
“We now have the support of the manufacturers, industry and our partners,” Doyle said. “ASBK racing in the summer months aims to bring more fans to the trackside enjoying sunny weather and great racing — and with more eyes watching our TV broadcasts without competition from football codes and other sports.”
The summer format also opens the door for international riders to compete during their off-season, increasing exposure and competitiveness across the field.
Teams Championship and Podium Changes
From 2026, ASBK will introduce an all-new Teams Championship for the Superbike and Supersport classes, recognising the collective effort behind the riders.
The presentation format will also change, with only the top three from each race receiving trophies — ending the tradition of the ‘overall round’ podium.
Looking Ahead
Final details on the 2027 summer calendar and class structures are expected in the coming weeks, but the 2026 transition season will mark the beginning of a bold new chapter for ASBK.
*2027 ASBK calendar subject to confirmation
PHOTOS: RBMotoLens (via MA)
