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World Superbike performs U-turn on 2024 minimum weight rules
The idea of mandating a minimum combined weight for rider and bike was rejected ahead of the 2023 season. However, due to the dominance of Ducati rider Alvaro Bautista, there is now a greater willingness to equalize performance between lighter and heavier riders. The specific new minimum weight has not been communicated. Other changes decided upon by the Superbike Commission include reducing fuel tank size to 21 liters and making fuel flow meters mandatory in 2025. Two bikes from each manufacturer will use fuel flow meters next season for data gathering purposes. The system of mid-season maximum rev limit changes will be scrapped, with rev limits for each manufacturer decided upon at the start of the season. Crankshaft and balance shaft weights can be adjusted by up to 20 percent to balance the performance of different motorcycles. Concession tokens will now be calculated every two race weekends instead of every three. Bautista is on the verge of winning the World Superbike title after a closely contested battle.
Source: motorsport
