Phillip Island to open 2024 ASBK season from February 23-25
Next year’s ASBK Championship is set for a scorching start with confirmation that round one of the 2024 mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul (ASBK), will be held at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit from February 23-25.
The opening round will feature the Alpinestars Superbike, Michelin Supersport and Supersport 300 classes, in an action-packed weekend of racing which will also enjoy an international flavour with the opening round of the 2024 Motul FIM Superbike World Championship.
The ASBK Championship has been a perennial fixture at the fast and flowing 4.45km Victorian circuit since it was brought back to racing life in the late 1980s, producing spectacular action across all the categories – which frequently includes last-lap multi-bike slipstreaming battles along Gardner Straight for race honours.
Motorcycling Australia CEO, Peter Doyle, is delighted the ASBK title will again be kicking off at the iconic venue.
“There’s no better way than to start the year than in front of a huge crowd, passionate superbike fans, and a world-class circuit at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit,” he said. “We look forward to again showcasing the nation’s fastest riders competing in the ASBK championship.
“It is a unique opportunity to race in front of the WorldSBK paddock as they battle it out for victory – and a great synergy as well, with Aussie riders like Troy Corser, Troy Bayliss, Chris Vermeulen, Karl Muggeridge and Andrew Pitt battling for glory in the highly competitive ASBK arena before going onto win WorldSBK and WorldSSP titles.”
Further announcements on the 2024 ASBK calendar will be made shortly.
An exciting two rounds still remain in the 2023 ASBK Championship: at Phillip Island from October 27-29, which is sure to be tightly contested, followed by the grand final at The Bend (SA) from December 1-3. Tickets are on sale now for both events.
For more information on the 2023 mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship, presented by Motul, stay tuned to the ASBK website and social pages:
• ASBK on Facebook
• ASBK on Instagram
Victorian Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events, Steve Dimopoulos, said: “We look forward to welcoming riders, crew and fans back to Phillip Island in February 2024 for thrilling action on the track and plenty to explore in this natural wonderland.
“Superbike fans from around the world will be tuning in for the opening round, putting Phillip Island on the global stage as the home of this world-class sporting event and a fantastic visitor destination.”
On the national front, the WorldSBK round will also feature the opening round of the 2024 mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul, for the Superbike, Supersport and Supersport 300 classes.
“There’s no better way than to start the year than in front of a huge crowd, passionate superbike fans, and a world-class circuit at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit,” said Motorcycling Australia CEO, Peter Doyle. “We look forward to once again showcase Australia’s fastest riders competing in the ASBK championship. It is a unique opportunity to race in front of the WorldSBK… as they battle it out for victory.”
Tickets for the 2024 WorldSBK round at Phillip Island will go on sale soon. People can register their interest and keep up to date via www.worldsbk.com.au.
