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Max Cook says he is “blown away” by his experience so far with the Bimota BSB bike.
Bimota entered the British Superbike Championship this year with the FS-3 team, making a strong start at the initial 2026 test as Max Cook topped the timesheets over the two days. Cook’s impressive pace saw him nearly 0.3 seconds ahead of Danny Kent in second place on the Cheshire Mouldings Yamaha. Despite being the Bimota KB998’s first official BSB test appearance, the bike’s prior experience in World Superbike since 2025 has shown promise. The team’s collaboration with WorldSBK is evident, with notable figures like Marcel Duinker and rider Alex Lowes present at Donington. Cook praised the bike’s performance and the overall support from the team, expressing satisfaction with his improved lap times and braking confidence compared to his previous Kawasaki experience in BSB. The development partnership with World Superbike promises further enhancements for the Bimota team, reflecting Cook’s optimism for a brighter future.
