Following the conclusion of the third and fourth FIM Superbike World Championship rounds, corresponding to Concession Checkpoint n° 2, the FIM has evaluated the manufacturers' performance using the MSMA algorithm, as outlined in the FIM Superbike World Championship Regulations.
According to Article 2.4.3.2 of the FIM SBK Regulations – Overperformance Penalisation – BMW's performance values have exceeded the -0.250 threshold but remain above the -0.500 limit. As a result, BMW falls within the range that triggers a Step 1 Fuel Flow reduction.
In accordance with Article 2.4.3 (h) – Concessions and Super Concessions – Ducati has accumulated more than twelve Concession points over the next highest manufacturer at the checkpoint, thereby exceeding the allowed margin. Consequently, Ducati will also receive a Step 1 Fuel Flow reduction, in line with Article 2.4.2.2.
As per Article 2.4.2.2 of the SBK Regulations, a Step 1 Fuel Flow reduction equates to a decrease of 0.5 kg/h. As both Ducati and BMW had already been subject to a previous fuel flow reduction, each will now face a cumulative penalty of 1.0 kg/h in maximum fuel flow.
The FIM will continue to monitor manufacturers' performance at each Concession Checkpoint to ensure a balanced and competitive championship.
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*Relevant Regulation References:
• Article 2.4.3.2 - Overperformance Penalisation
c) Manufacturers with a Performance Threshold of -0.250 or lower up to -0.499 will receive a Step 1 Fuel Flow reduction for the next event.
• Article 2.4.2.2 - Fuel Flow Management
Step 1 Fuel Flow Reduction = -0.5 kg/h