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Kyle Ryde says he is “still learning” the Ducati BSB bike ahead of the opening round of the 2026 season.
Reigning BSB champion Kyle Ryde is still in the learning process with his Ducati BSB bike ahead of the 2026 season’s first round. Having secured two titles with Yamaha, he now competes with Nitrous Competitions Racing on Ducati, a switch for the team entering its first full season under Nitrous Competition ownership. Despite his success with Yamaha, notching 22 wins and two titles without any DNFs in four seasons, the shift to Ducati carries a certain risk. Ryde, showcasing his strong form with the new bike by setting the fastest time during his initial test at Oulton Park, enters the weekend as one of the favorites while acknowledging his ongoing learning curve with the Ducati. He remains optimistic, highlighting the team’s preparation and readiness for round one as they aim for a successful defense of his BSB title, a feat achieved last by Niall Mackenzie in 1998.
