8 hours of World Supersport testing underway

THE teams have landed, the paddock is set, and the atmosphere is building in the lead up to the MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship, Grand Ridge Brewery Australian Round taking place on February 23 to 25 at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit; But first, the Official Test must take place.

Amendments in the Official Test schedule will now see World Supersport complete their track time on Monday, February 19 only, with their first four-hour testing block taking place from 0910 to 1310, and their second four-hour testing block happening from 1340 to 1740.

Today’s World Supersport Official Test includes our Aussie talents of Oli Bayliss [D34G Racing], and wildcard Tom Toparis [Stop & Seal Racing].

While today is dedicated to the World Supersport riders, tomorrow will see a full day of World Superbike action, starting from 0910 to 1310, and a second stint from 1340 to 1740.

Official key test times:

Monday, February 19

09:10-13:10 – WorldSSP Free Practice 1

13:40-17:40 – WorldSSP Free Practice 2

Tuesday, February 20

09:10-13:10 – WorldSBK Free Practice 1

13:40-17:40 – WorldSBK Free Practice 2