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ASBK hits The Bend Motorsport Park

Here is what you need to know

The race schedule for this weekend takes a departure from the ASBK norm to be a three-race schedule that includes a race on Saturday, followed by two races on Sunday.

Teams were consulted on the changes to the tyre allocation with most front runners suggesting ten tyres would be the allotment required.  Motorcycling Australia consulted with tyre suppliers and have subsequently allowed nine tyres to be used by each ASBK Superbike rider this weekend.

The Bend Motorsport Park also plays host to the ASBK and FIM Asia Road Racing Championship (April 19-22) for what promises to be one of the biggest weekend’s on the Australian motorsport calendar.  We have published comprehensive previews and technical information about the three ARRC categories that are joining us this weekend.

The anticipation is as high as ever and here is what to look out for. The Yamaha Motor Finance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul Pirelli (ASBK) is also pleased to announce the release of the digital program for Round 3 that can be viewed at ASBK.com.au.

The Bend Motorsport Park

The brand-new track has been developed surrounding a significant amount of hype. There’s no doubt that this is a world class facility that will deliver an exhilarating experience for rider’s and spectators. The Bend has a number of different configurations, but it is the 4.95km International Circuit that ASBK will race on.

This event will be special as ASBK and ARRC will both be racing at the same track over the weekend. In addition, five Australian wildcards will be competing across three ARRC classes. Its sure to be a thrilling four days of on-track action!

The YMI Superbike Championship battle is all set up for a brilliant contest and certain contenders stand out from the crowd. As it stands, Troy Herfoss (Penrite Honda, CBR1000SP) leads the points table.

After taking yet another overall round win at Wakefield, Herfoss will have no shortage of competition at The Bend Motorsport Park.

Troy Herfoss

“The Penrite Honda Racing team and I are feeling good heading into round three this weekend,” said Herfoss. “We had a good test here at The Bend Motorsport Park two weeks ago and, on top of that, we have had race wins at the opening two rounds with the overall at Wakefield Park, which sees us leading the championship. Everything is moving in the right direction and the Honda CBR1000RR SP is getting better and better. The guys have been doing a lot of work back at the workshop and we feel like that things are progressing well for us. In terms of testing here, it went well for us – in general we were always quick and had good track speed. I was able to go fast when I wanted to go fast, so we just have to manage the tyres and everyone is in the same boat. The track is unbelievable, world-class and one of the best tracks that I have ever ridden on, so we look forward to the race weekend now.”

2017 Champion, Josh Waters (GSX-R1000R) is the closest challenger to Herfoss, despite not having a win under his belt this year. The Bend is the kind of circuit that suits Waters to a tee, so keep an eye out for him.

Josh Waters

“The Bend is the closest race track to my house, officially making it my home track now, so let’s hope I can get a good result on the weekend! I’m happy with how we went in testing. I really enjoyed the layout of the track and, while the surface is really abrasive, it’s the same track for everyone and just another factor that we have to consider in our race plans for the weekend. At just short of 5km, it’s a long lap with plenty of opportunities to pass, make mistakes and recover from them so I can’t wait to get back on the bike and get into it.”

Third in the standings, Wayne Maxwell (Yamaha Racing Team, YZF-R1M) was fastest at the Official ASBK Test and will be a huge contender for wins. Maxwell despite a disastrous race one at Phillip Island has been in impressive form ever since.

Then of course there are the likes of local favourite Daniel Falzon and that fella called Troy Bayliss!

Glenn Allerton should be back to strength on the BMW and could Bryan Staring on his Dunlop shod BMW upset the Pirelli apple cart…?

Unfortunately front running privateer Michael Blair has stepped away from ASBK for the foreseeable future due to ongoing hand injuries while Corey Taylor will also not take part, citing financial constraints and work commitments.

Fans are able to purchase tickets at ASBK.com.au for this weekend’s event. Whether it’s grandstand seating, onsite camping, park ‘n’ view or general admission, fans have a number of options to view the action! Don’t forget, entry is free on the Thursday.

ASBK Goes Live

ASBK and ARRC action will be showcased over Live Stream for both Saturday and Sunday. Hardcore fans won’t want to miss a minute of the racing action. Both SBS and Fox Sports Australia 505 will be live from 11:30am local time on Sunday 22nd April. There will be plenty of races, interviews and special features to keep the interest of the fans.

SBS Australia LIVE from 1130 – 1330 Local Time on Sunday 22nd April.
FOX Sports Australia LIVE from 1130 – 1330 Local Time on Sunday 22nd April.
ASBK.com.au Saturday and Sunday all day live stream.

ASBK The Bend Entry List

Australian Superbike Championship
2018 ASBK Round 3 – The Bend Motorsport Park
Competitor Entry List
YAMAHA MOTOR INSURANCE SUPERBIKE CLASS
18	Ashley	Manuel	Kawasaki
20	Alex	Phillis	Suzuki
21	Troy	Bayliss	Ducati
22	Trent	Gibson	Suzuki
23	Heath	Griffin	Ducati
25	Daniel	Falzon	Yamaha
27	Jamie	Stauffer	Ducati
29	Ted	Collins	BMW
30	Mark	Chiodo	Suzuki
33	Sloan	Frost	Suzuki
34	Justin	Vella	Kawasaki
35	Ben	Stronach	Yamaha
42	Adam	Christie	Suzuki
46	Simon	Galloway	Yamaha

Australian Superbike Championship
2018 ASBK Round 3 – The Bend Motorsport Park
Competitor Entry List
YAMAHA MOTOR INSURANCE SUPERBIKE CLASS
47	Wayne	Maxwell	Yamaha
53	Mason	Coote	Kawasaki
54	Sam	Lambert	Kawasaki
56	Brad	Swallow	Kawasaki
61	Arthur	Sissis	Suzuki
62	Brendan	Mcintyre	Suzuki
66	Aaiden	Coote	Kawasaki
67	Bryan	Staring	Kawasaki
68	Mitch	Levy	Yamaha
74	Scott	McGregor	Yamaha
77	Adam	Senior	Yamaha
78	Nathan	Spiteri	Suzuki
83	Kyle	Buckley	Kawasaki
94	Mitch	Rees	Honda
98	Evan	Byles	Kawasaki
99	William	Strugnell	Kawasaki
188	Lucas	Vitale	Kawasaki
404	Con	Kokkoris	Ducati

Australian Superbike Championship
2018 ASBK Round 3 – The Bend Motorsport Park
Competitor Entry List
SUPERSPORT CLASS
7	Tom	Toparis	Kawasaki
12	Broc	Pearson	Yamaha
14	Matt	Barton	Yamaha
20	Damon	Rees	Honda
22	Zac	Johnson	Yamaha
23	Cru	Halliday	Yamaha
31	John	Hunt	Suzuki
39	Scott	Nicholson	Suzuki
41	Max	Croker	Suzuki
42	Jack	Passfield	Yamaha
44	Lachlan	Hill	Kawasaki
47	Giuseppe	Scarcella	Kawasaki
52	Ryan	Taylor	Yamaha
61	Rhys	Belling	Yamaha
84	Thomas	Bryden	Yamaha
86	Dallas	Skeer	Suzuki
96	Luke	Mitchell	Yamaha
151	Ty	Lynch	Yamaha

Australian Superbike Championship
2018 ASBK Round 3 – The Bend Motorsport Park
Competitor Entry List
SUPERSPORT 300 CLASS
11	Brandon	Demmery	Yamaha
12	Austin	Barnes	Kawasaki
15	Bronson	Pickett	Yamaha
17	Zane	Ford	Yamaha
20	Hunter	Ford	Yamaha
21	Jarred	Brook	KTM
22	Keegan	Pickering	Yamaha
24	Ben	Bramich	KTM
28	Tayla	Relph	Yamaha
36	Travis	Hall	Yamaha
43	Harry	Khouri	Yamaha
44	Tom	Bramich	Yamaha
45	Oliver	Simpson	Yamaha
46	Stephany	Kapilawi-James	Kawasaki
48	Ned	Faulkhead	Kawasaki
57	Seth	Crump	KTM
58	Mitch	Kuhne	Yamaha
66	Mitchell	Simpson	Yamaha
70	Troy	Ryan	Yamaha

Australian Superbike Championship
2018 ASBK Round 3 – The Bend Motorsport Park
Competitor Entry List
SUPERSPORT 300 CLASS
72	Ben	Baker	Kawasaki
86	Oli	Bayliss	Kawasaki
87	Zac	Levy	Yamaha
96	Jake	Brett	Yamaha
97	Peter	Nerlich	Kawasaki
127	Max	Stauffer	Yamaha
123	James	Wensemius	Yamaha
151	Locky	Taylor	Yamaha
152	Dan	Thomas	Yamaha
227	Hunter	Penhallurick	KTM
308	John	Lytras	Yamaha
334	Jack	Cousens	Yamaha

ASBK The Bend Race Schedule

Thursday

FIM Asia Road Racing Championship – Round 2
Australian Superbike Championship – Round 3
The Bend Motorsport Park, South Australia
19 – 22 April, 2018
Thursday
07.00 – 07.30	Officials Briefing		30 min
07.30 – 07.50	Riders & Team Managers Briefing		20 min
08.30 – 09.00	Supersport 300	Practice 1	30 min
09.10 – 09.40	Kawasaki Supersport	Practice 1	30 min
09.50 – 10.20	Yamaha Motor Insurance Superbike	Practice 1	30 min
10.30 – 11.00	ARRC UB150	Practice 1	30 min
11.10 – 11.40	ARRC AP250	Practice 1	30 min
11.50 – 12.30	ARRC SS600	Practice 1	40 min
Lunch Break & ASBK Pillion Ride Activities		40 min
13.10 – 13.40	Supersport 300	Practice 2	30 min
13.50 – 14.20	Kawasaki Supersport	Practice 2	30 min
14.30 – 15.00	Yamaha Motor Insurance Superbike	Practice 2	30 min
15.10 – 15.40	ARRC UB150	Practice 2	30 min
15.50 – 16.20	ARRC AP250	Practice 2	30 min
16.30 – 17.10	ARRC SS600	Practice 2	40 min
This schedule is approximate; and all starting times, length of sessions and races are subject to
change; and may be changed by Race Direction in the event of an incident or delay in
operations.

Friday

FIM Asia Road Racing Championship – Round 2
Australian Superbike Championship – Round 3
The Bend Motorsport Park, South Australia
19 – 22 April, 2018
Friday
07.00 – 07.30	Officials Briefing		30 min
07.30 – 07.50	Riders & Team Managers Briefing		20 min
08.30 – 09.00	ARRC AP250	Practice 3	30 min
09.10 – 09.50	ARRC SS600	Practice 3	40 min
10.00 – 10.30	ARRC UB150	Qualifying	30 min
10.40 – 11.10	Supersport 300	Practice 3	30 min
11.20 – 11.50	Kawasaki Supersport	Practice 3	30 min
12.00 – 12.30	Yamaha Motor Insurance Superbike	Practice 3	30 min
Lunch Break & ASBK Pillion Ride Activities		40 min
13.10 – 13.30	Supersport 300	Qualifying 1	20 min
13.40 – 14.10	ARRC AP250	Qualifying	30 min
14.20 – 15.00	ARRC SS600	Qualifying	40 min
15.10 – 15.40	ARRC UB150	Superpole	30 min
15.50 – 16.20	Yamaha Motor Insurance Superbike	Qualifying 1	30 min
16.30 – 17.00	Kawasaki Supersport	Qualifying 1	30 min
This schedule is approximate; and all starting times, length of sessions and races are subject to
change; and may be changed by Race Direction in the event of an incident or delay in
operations.

Saturday

FIM Asia Road Racing Championship – Round 2
Australian Superbike Championship – Round 3
The Bend Motorsport Park, South Australia
19 – 22 April, 2018
Saturday
07.00 – 07.20	Officials Briefing		20 min
08.30 – 08.50	Supersport 300	Qualifying 2	30 min
09.00 – 09.30	Kawasaki Supersport	Qualifying 2	30 min
09.40 – 10.10	Yamaha Motor Insurance Superbike	Qualifying 2	30 min
10.20 – 10.30	ARRC UB150	Warm Up	10 min
10.40 – 10.50	ARRC AP250	Warm Up	10 min
11.00 – 11.15	ARRC SS600	Warm Up	15 min
11.25 – 11.45	Supersport 300	Race 1	7 laps
11.55 – 12.25	Kawasaki Supersport	Race 1	8 laps
12.35 – 13.20	Yamaha Motor Insurance Superbike	Race 1	10 laps
Lunch Break		35 min
13.55 – 14.30	ARRC UB150	Race 1	7 laps
14.50 – 15.25	ARRC AP250	Race 1	9 laps
15.45 – 16.35	ARRC SS600	Race 1	15 laps
16.45 – 17.05	Supersport 300	Race 2	7 laps
This schedule is approximate; and all starting times, length of sessions and races are subject to
change; and may be changed by Race Direction in the event of an incident or delay in
operations.

 Sunday

FIM Asia Road Racing Championship – Round 2
Australian Superbike Championship – Round 3
The Bend Motorsport Park, South Australia
19 – 22 April, 2018
Sunday
07.00 – 07.20	Officials Briefing		20 min
08.20 – 08.30	ARRC UB150	Warm Up	10 min
08.40 – 08.50	ARRC AP250	Warm Up	10 min
09.00 – 09.15	ARRC SS600	Warm Up	15 min
09.25 – 09.55	Kawasaki Supersport	Race 2	8 laps
10.05 – 10.50	Yamaha Motor Insurance Superbike	Race 2	10 laps
Break & Activities		45 min
11.35 – 11.55	Supersport 300	Race 3	7 laps
12.00 – 12.30	Kawasaki Supersport	Race 3	8 laps
12.40 – 13.25	Yamaha Motor Insurance Superbike	Race 3	10 laps
13.55 – 14.30	ARRC UB150	Race 2	7 laps
14.50 – 15.25	ARRC AP250	Race 2	9 laps
15.45 – 16.35	ARRC SS600	Race 2	15 laps
This schedule is approximate; and all starting times, length of sessions and races are subject to
change; and may be changed by Race Direction in the event of an incident or delay in
operations.

Tailem Bend Practice Times