Wsbk and ASBK at the Island

[dadat178]

I received at email from MA about this today indicating it wa being held on 26-28 March 2016 to which I have replied as follows

Hi, the email I received states WSBK and ASBK round at Phillip Island is 26-28 March. I am riding down with some mates for 26-28 February. Hope we are not a month early, or we will have to spend much time in the pub. Cheers, Martin



By the way anyone else from here heading down?

[Marshy]

Ha! A month in the pub sounds fine to me

Yes, I'm racing in ASBK. Can't wait!!

[triumph]

Ha! A month in the pub sounds fine to me

Yes, I'm racing in ASBK. Can't wait!!

not if you don't drink it doesn't .

[dadat178]

Ha! A month in the pub sounds fine to me

Yes, I'm racing in ASBK. Can't wait!!

Awesome Nick, I will come and pester you in the garage. Media release has now been corrected.

[Turbo]

So envious!! Will be a top weekend!!

[chubb]

No testing down here today Marshy?

[Marshy]

not if you don't drink it doesn't .

I don't drink any more either. I was just trying to fit in by channelling what the 'old me' would've said.

[Marshy]

No testing down here today Marshy?

I've just done 5 days at the Creek in a week, so I'm a bit tuckered out. Also I'm not sure I could've physically got from EC to PI between yesterday night and this morning's test start.

I was veeeeery tempted to go to this, but it would've meant missing St George, so I made the tough call and stayed local. I'll be down there in two weeks anyway for ASBK

[Kris]

Its going to be a tough weekend for us Nick, at least we have the WHOLE field to tag onto

[Marshy]

Its going to be a tough weekend for us Nick, at least we have the WHOLE field to tag onto

I'm totes up for this

[Nelso]

By the way anyone else from here heading down?

Leanne and I are riding our road bikes down. Should be a fun week away.

[Marshy]

Full grids confirmed for Round 1 of ASBK

17 February 2016 There will be full grids at Round 1 of the Australian Superbike Championship (ASBK) presented by Motul and Pirelli at Phillip Island in just over one week’s time, with the Phillip Island Circuit today releasing the comprehensive list of rider’s set to take the track across a number of classes.
Road Racing fans will be treated next weekend, as some of the best Australian riders line up to go head to head across multiple races, with the battles on track now confirmed to be fierce and hotly contested.
Today’s release of rider names also confirms the depth of talent within the road racing industry here in Australia, and also solidifies the continuing strength of the ASBK series.

To view the ASBK Superbike rider list click here.

To view the ASBK Supersport rider list, click here.

To view the ASBK Moto3/125GP rider list, click here.

To view the Period 5&6 rider list, click here.


The ASBK is honoured to be Round 1 of the championship at one of the biggest events on the Australian motorcycling calendar - the FIM World Superbike Championship Phillip Island Round.

For more information regarding the 2016 ASBK Championship please head to www.asbk.com.au or www.ma.org.au

• Round 1 Phillip Island GP Circuit, WSBK, Vic 25-28 February
• Round 2 Wakefield Park Raceway, NSW 25-27 March
• Round 3 Sydney Motorsport Park, NSW 16-17 April
• Round 4 Barbagallo Raceway, WA 3-5 June
• Round 5 Morgan Park Raceway, QLD 6-7 August
• Round 6 Winton Motor Raceway, Vic 30 September – 2 October

[Marshy]

Shit just got real....

[Turbo]

OMG OMG! So keen for some racing!!

[Kris]

OMG OMG! So keen for some racing!!

Tarmac talk represent!

[Marshy]

Tarmac talk represent!

Say hoooooo!

If I'd thought about it earlier, I'd have got a banner made up!

[Leezx10r]

That's going to be epic! Enjoy mate 🏻

[windy]

Cant wait to watch this... Good luck Nick!!!!!! We will all be cheering you and the TT boys on

[Marshy]

Don't forget the ASBK racing will be on Fox Sports a week after the event. I don't think we get live coverage.

[Kris]

Nick, do you know which fox channel?

[Marshy]

Usually 506 (Sports 5), but I'd check to be sure. I'll have a look later.

[Kris]

Usually 506 (Sports 5), but I'd check to be sure. I'll have a look later.

Cool, maybe a fancy pants here can record/turn into youtube video

[Nelso]

Full grids confirmed for Round 1 of ASBK

Awesome! lets hope this is the start of the resurgence of ASBK.

Good luck down there guys. If we manage to get into the ASBK pits, we will come and say hi.

[Marshy]

I can't quite believe it, but I seem to be basically ready to go! This is unheard of for me.... usually both bikes are in bits until after midnight the night before! But with the above-and-beyond assistance from the SSR pit crew (ie Baddie), the girls are ready to rock!

[Ruckos87]

Good luck mate!!!
Your readyness must be due to all that new found room in the workshop


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[Ben750au]

Heaps more room there than Monday Marshy ! Good luck mate.

[Leezx10r]

Have a great weekend Nick, keep us all posted mate


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[zoidberg]

I really need some of those Aprilia stickers for my R1. They look mint mate, good luck down there, try not to enjoy yourself too much.

[Marshy]

Thanks fellas!! Can't wait!! Soooooo excited!

[chicken16]

Good luck Nick. Look forward to reading about the experience.

[Baddie]

I'll try and upload pics /selfies and maybe video each day.

I'm hoping the pit pass lets me say G'day to some of the WSBK boys and if I'm super lucky some of the MotoGp boys will hang around....

[BR]

Good luck Marshy! Have fun!

[Little Mick]

good luck fellas. may the race gods lean in your favour

[Marshy]

M.A. announce 2016 ASBK media package

The Australian Superbike Championship (ASBK) has announced its 2016 media package, which aims to cover all bases across media platforms.
This year’s coverage of the ASBK will see every round televised free-to-air and on pay TV, plus the introduction of NRGTV’s video production service, lastly incorporating a fresh newly developed media team, which is set to take ASBK to new levels in 2016.
The Australian Superbike Championship is pleased to confirm ASBK free to air coverage on 7mate, and welcome back Fox Sports for a second year running, which will see expert commentator and former World Endurance Champion Steve Martin back calling all of the ASBK action for 2016.

Steve Martin

Steve Martin

“Television is such a big part of the ASBK and its great to be able to work with championship and head in one clear direction together.

“To be able to showcase the ASBK to a worldwide audience is something very exciting, and really provides all stakeholders involved in the championship with a great opportunity.

“To be able to cover the series for a second year in a row is exciting, I am looking forward to working hard to show everyone what our Australian athletes are capable of.”

ASBK 2015 Race One

One week after each round ASBK coverage will be shown on 7mate in a one-hour action packed show. Round coverage will also then be showcased on Fox Sports (Foxtel) two weeks after each round in a two-hour extended show, providing even more feature content and selected footage from all national classes.
This year’s ASBK coverage will also see the introduction of NRGTV, the long running internet broadcaster for the MX Nationals Series, with a heightened focus on social media video production, and content creation throughout the six rounds across the country.
The introduction of these changes can already be seen throughout ASBK’s social media platforms and ASBK website, as the series also welcomes a dynamic MA in-house media team for 2016.
Misty Walton, MA Media and Public Relations Manager has vast industry experience and is a well respected member of the motorcycling community – well known for her media work across a number of different disciplines. Pairing with her, will be Walton’s assistant Eliza Berry who adds a fresh new dynamic to the media team bringing with her new energy whilst completing her degree in Media and Public Relations.
Together the pair will manage media for MA’s multiple National Championships including the ASBK, using their knowledge and experience to create higher standards for MA communications and National event coverage.
David Cottee, CEO of Motorcycling Australia

“We are thrilled to offer this media package to our sponsors, teams, and athletes to promote the sport to the largest audience possible. Our aim with the television broadcast is to showcase the sport’s high speed action and to build on creating a bigger and better national championship throughout 2016,” he said.

“To see the development of the series over last year is just incredible. We are continually developing and listening to what our stakeholders, ambassadors and competitors want and trying to move in a direction where we can continue to have a National Championship of the highest quality.

“We are proud to offer this year’s media package to competitors and teams. It is wonderful to be able to build on last year’s success to deliver fresh, exciting, new camera angles, interviews, vision and capture how hard our Australian talent works to be able to claim the ASBK title.”

ASBK 2015 – Round Three – Australian Superbike Race Two – Wanneroo Raceway – Mike Jones leads Daniel Falzon

Further announcements on broadcast times will be released shortly.

[Marshy]

7mate and Fox Sports. Winner!

[zoidberg]

How good is that! Have you considered boring your RSV4 out to 1299 Nick? I think it's okay in the rules for italian bikes now.

[Marshy]

PHILLIP ISLAND!!!!!! Arrived safe and sound, and ready to rock

[Turbo]

Don't forget to wear your safety briefs!!

[Baddie]

This shit got real...


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[Leezx10r]

PHILLIP ISLAND!!!!!! Arrived safe and sound, and ready to rock

Don't forget pics throughout the weekend


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[Baddie]

A Few choppers....



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[Baddie]

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[Baddie]

Can you guess the slow rider in the middle..


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[Baddie]

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[Baddie]

Randy K...


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[Marshy]

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[Baddie]

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[Marshy]

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[Baddie]

Tommy 👍

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[Baddie]

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