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Kawasaki to shut down factory WSBK team at end of 2024
Starting next year, the Japanese manufacturer will no longer have a full works team presence in WSBK, but will stay involved as an official partner of the revived Bimota operation. This partnership includes supplying Kawasaki engines to Bimota chassis and transferring staff from the KRT squad to Bimota. The new team will compete under the Bimota by Kawasaki Racing Team banner. Kawasaki’s exit as a standalone entrant concludes its successful era in WSBK, highlighted by six consecutive titles with Jonathan Rea. Bimota’s return to WSBK in collaboration with Kawasaki aims to boost street motorcycle sales and continue a strong racing tradition. The partnership sets the stage for a new chapter in both Bimota and Kawasaki’s superbike racing history.
