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Three crashes in first WorldSBK test for Jake Dixon: “A massive learning curve”
Jake Dixon had his first opportunity to test the Honda CBR1000RR-R SP at the two-day Jerez WorldSBK test this week for the 2026 racing season, unfortunately experiencing three crashes.
Both Dixon and his new teammate Somkiat Chantra made their debut with the Honda HRC team in Jerez on November 26–27, showing promising results despite the crashes.
Dixon acknowledged that returning to racing a Superbike after three years was a significant learning experience, but he expressed his excitement at being back on a powerful bike.
Despite the crashes, Dixon praised the professionalism of the Honda HRC team and highlighted the steep learning curve he faces in adapting to the Superbike.
He emphasized the challenge of mastering the bike’s electronics system compared to his Moto2 experience, noting the need for further adaptation and learning to unleash his full potential in one-lap pace.
