The Australian Superbike Championship (ASBK) is Australia’s premier motorcycling championship, with a season filled with 7 rounds in 5 states bringing together Australia’s best riders and leading world class manufactures.
The motorcycles used for ASBK are production based motorcycles with modifications purpose-built for racing at speeds parallel to world’s standards. These bikes aren’t built for the road, but are obtainable for riders wanting to test their skills on the race track.
The Australian Superbike Championship was first held in 1989 and won by Malcolm “Wally” Campbell. The bikes were 750cc 4-strokes and produced 115 -120 horsepower
In 2008 Glen Allerton has just been crowned Australian Superbike champion. His Superbike produces 200+ horsepower.
As the sport evolves, bikes get lighter, faster and the tires more tractable. The end result is speeds and lap times unprecedented in previous years. Technology has limitless boundaries and with traction control, new suspension componentry, data acquisition and new tire technology the future looks bright for advancements in motorcycle racing.
In 2009 the championship will be 7 rounds and the final round will be a twighlight event to be held at the infamous Calder Park, Victoria. Prize money will exceed $180,000 dollars and TV will be reintroduced to ensure the sport receives the recognition it rightfully deserves.
Sources: www.asbk.com.au
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