ASBK Heads Back to Morgan Park Raceway in 2023
The 2023 mi-bike Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul (ASBK) calendar is now finalised with today’s announcement of Round 5 of the ASBK Championship at the always popular Morgan Park Raceway in Warwick, Queensland on 14 – 16 July 2023.
The ASBK round at Morgan Park Raceway is always a fan favourite, with great racing witnessed by large crowds of passionate superbike fans year after year. The regional Queensland raceway location sees fans from across Australia flood into the town of Warwick and the Southern Downs region, to capture Australia’s fastest two-wheeled Superbike racers on the tight and twisty 2.967 km circuit.
The return to Morgan Park Raceway for ASBK in 2023 has been made possible thanks to the dedication and support of the Southern Downs Regional Council and track operators – Warwick District Sporting Car Club (WDSCC).
Peter Doyle, CEO, Motorcycling Australia (MA): “We are very pleased to be heading back to Morgan Park Raceway in 2023. It’s a circuit that has supported the ASBK Championship for many years and always creates a great event for riders, teams and the ASBK fans.
“Our thanks go to Warwick District Sporting Car Club and Southern Downs Regional Council for getting behind the ASBK Championship, with committing to perform the important upgrades and repairs to the circuit. This will ensure a great ASBK Championship round and a good experience on-track for riders. This will translate into amazing racing seen by the fans who are trackside and also at home watching from across the country and around the world.”
The commitment of WDSCC will see upgrades to the racing surface and circuit facilities prior to the ASBK visit in July. These upgrades include resurfacing of the circuit from Turn 7.5 – 10, new track kerbs, track repairs and updated line marking to improve the rider experience. Whilst further works around the pit and paddock will improve the facilities of the riders & teams.
Steve Gander, President, Warwick District Sporting Car Club (WDSCC): “The Warwick District Sporting Car Club is excited to welcome back the ASBK Championship to Morgan Park Raceway in 2023. The ASBK event is one of the biggest attractions for the Southern Downs region and we wish to continue that relationship for many years to come.
‘’The Car Club is committed to delivering further improvements to the track and facilities over the next several years which will benefit all of our competitors, crews and spectators alike. We are currently performing the necessary works prior to the ASBK event in July and are also in the final stages of developing a Master Plan for our facility. As a club that is full of motorsport enthusiasts, we understand the importance of providing a venue that is challenging for competitors and exciting for spectators without compromising safety. We want everyone to be aware of what Morgan Park Raceway has to offer and the hosting of the ASBK Championship is a perfect opportunity to do so.
Cr Vic Pennisi, Mayor, Southern Downs Regional Council (SRDC): ‘’We are thrilled to again welcome back the Australian Superbike Championship to the Southern Downs Region. Our region is a great location for major events, and we look forward to welcoming the teams, riders and fans in July for what is sure to be an excellent event at Morgan Park Raceway.
‘’We hope visitors will enjoy the best the region has to offer, and to also spend some extra time exploring the large range of activities, attractions, and hospitality throughout the region. Major events in the Southern Downs Regional Council area are important to the economy of the region and the SDRC are pleased to support the ASBK Championship and the Warwick District Sporting Car Club.’’
Today’s announcement creates the final piece of the 2023 ASBK Championship calendar which is shaping up to be the biggest season of ASBK in many years. Each and every round will be a standout event, starting with the Official ASBK Test on 1 -2 February.
For more information on the event, stay tuned to the ASBK website and social pages.
Official calendar for the 2023 mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship Presented By Motul (ASBK)
