2016 Pirelli ASBK contingency program announced
Link International offers competitors who choose to race on Pirelli tyres a contingency package for the 2016 Yamaha Motor Finance Australian Superbike Series in the Superbike, Supersport, Up to 300 Production class and also the new R3 Cup class.
In addition to the Pirelli Tyre Service and technicians available to support riders who choose to race on Pirelli in the 2016 Yamaha Motor Finance Australian Superbike Championship presented by Motul Pirelli, Australian Importer Link International is pleased to announce a contingency program for the 2016 season ahead for all privateer riders.
With Pirelli confirmed as the Official Tyre partner of the ASBK, Link has provided a contingency package aimed at supporting privateer riders in all classes with the costs of racing in the premier road racing championship. This runs in conjunction with special reduced tyre pricing for ASBK competitors, if they chose to race on Pirelli tyres.
Don Nicholas – Product Manager Pirelli Moto at Link International. “We are pleased to announce our contingency package for ASBK competitors in 2016. We’re also very pleased to update our tyre homologation options for the new Production class to include the new Diablo Supercorsa SC in this field for the first time, alongside the championship winning Diablo Rosso II HR. We look forward to round 2 at Wakefield Park and the season ahead.”
David Cottee – CEO Motorcycling Australia – “It is fantastic that Pirelli has shown continued support for our riders, by not only offering technical assistance at the track, but a contingency package to ASBK competitors in 2016,”
“Privateers are an integral part of our ASBK field. It’s great that our official tyre Pirelli is able to recognise that, and assist our riders even further in 2016.
“We are very grateful to have Pirelli on board with the ASBK this year, and look forward to being able to see these initiatives come to life throughout the Championship.”
Pirelli Contingency in Superbike Class:
1st Outright per round 1 set tyres foc
2nd outright per round 1 tyre foc
3rd outright per round 1 tyre foc
The above commitment is equivalent to approximately $1000 value each round and therefore totals $6000 for the championship.
*Must run Pirelli Tyres and logos to qualify (all remaining rounds)
Pirelli Contingency in Supersport Class:
1st Outright per round 1 set Pirelli tyres foc
2nd outright per round 1 Pirelli tyre foc
3rd outright per round 1 Pirelli tyre foc
Value of $1000 each round totalling $6000 for the championship.
*Must run Pirelli Tyres and logos to qualify (all remaining rounds)
Production Contingency (Up to 300cc Production)
1st Overall Season 2016 $2500 Link retail dollars
2nd Overall $1500 Link Retail Dollars
3rd Overall $1000 Link Retail Dollars
*Must run Pirelli Tyres and Motul logos to qualify (all remaining rounds)
Total $5000 Link Retail Dollars
Production Contingency (Over 300cc Production, R3 Cup)
1st Overall Season 2016 $2500 Link retail dollars
2nd Overall $1500 Link Retail Dollars
3rd Overall $1000 Link Retail Dollars
*Must run Pirelli Tyres and Motul logos to qualify (all remaining rounds)
Total $5000 Link Retail Dollars
Women’s Contingency (Up to 300cc Class)
1st Overall Season 2016 $2500 Link retail dollars
2nd Overall $1500 Link Retail Dollars
3rd Overall $1000 Link Retail Dollars
*Must run Pirelli Tyres and Motul logos to qualify (all remaining rounds)
Total $5000 Link Retail Dollars
To be eligible for any contingency Riders must register by completing the Pirelli Contingency Registration Form found at the bottom of this press release, prior to round 2 Wakefield Park.
Tyres for Round 2 at Wakefield Park can also be ordered by downloading the ASBK Tyre Order Form by clicking HERE and emailing it through to sales@linkint.com.au.
Tyres have now also been homologated for all production classes, including the new R3 Cup. This includes the championship winning Diablo Rosso II HR, as well as the introduction of the Diablo Supercorsa SC also for this class in new sizes.
Pirelli Motorcycle Tyres are distributed exclusively in Australia by Link International
