Overview
- WorldSBK holds its first offseason test at Circuito de Jerez on October 21–22 to kick off 2026 programs.
- Ducati fields Nicolo Bulega and new signing Iker Lecuona for early mileage on the Panigale V4 R 2026 model.
- BMW confirms Miguel Oliveira and Danilo Petrucci for 2026 but keeps Michael van der Mark on track for this test.
- Honda’s announced 2026 pair, Jake Dixon and Somkiat Chantra, skip Jerez as HRC runs test and development riders on the CBR1000RR-R. Yamaha integrates Xavi Vierge and Stefano Manzi, Kawasaki’s Garrett Gerloff seeks added confidence, and Bimota works to build on its late-2025 podium form.