Bold statement: the 2026 MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship is shaping up to be an Australian showdown you won’t want to miss. But here’s where it gets controversial: with persistent rain disrupting offseason testing, teams arrive at Phillip Island with more questions than answers about their bikes and setups. This is your one-stop guide to follow the official Australia Test and stay in the loop as the action unfolds.
The field hits the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit for a two-day test, starting Monday, February 16th at 9:10 local time (UTC +11) and wrapping up on Tuesday, February 17th. Weather conditions are expected to be tricky, with testing limited to mixed or wet conditions. Teams will push to maximize what they can learn under these challenging conditions, while riders scramble to get acquainted with their superbikes ahead of the weekend races. You can view the full two-day schedule right here.
When the test begins, you’ll have access to our free Live Timing page, delivering minute-by-minute track data on your favorite riders—pace leaders, lap counts, and timing gaps between riders. After each session, head to the WorldSBK official site for concise reports that highlight all the key takeaways in one place. Expect candid reaction interviews from riders and their teams, offering direct insights from the paddock personalities you follow.
To keep up with everything from the Australia Test, explore the highlights on the official WorldSBK site and follow WorldSBK’s social channels for behind-the-scenes content and quick clips: Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and Threads. And for the biggest stories and the most entertaining clips delivered straight to your inbox, subscribe to the WorldSBK newsletter.
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