The beautiful Phillip Island circuit on the Bass Straight, off the coast of Victoria in Australia, is one of the most iconic and exciting venues in world motorsport. WorldSBKâ„¢ first raced at Phillip Island in 1990, just after the first MotoGPâ„¢ visit in 1989.
That Australia has produced so many stars of two-wheel racing, such as Wayne Gardner, Mick Doohan, Troy Bayliss, Troy Corser and Casey Stoner, is a testament to the country’s rich motorcycle racing heritage.
Exclusive to WorldSBK, the Paddock Show is back bigger than ever before. With more opportunity to meet the riders, win official WorldSBK goodies and an all new SuperShow on Saturday. More than two hours of entertainment involving riders from all classes, you won’t want to miss any of the on-stage action and autograph sessions.
Exclusive Paddock Party with SBK Singalong starring WorldSBK riders on Saturday at 18:00 h.
Live Commentary for all sessions from Friday to Sunday & Chat Show with special guests. (Schedule subject to changes. Follow PA announcements.)
For the first time ever All 3 Day Ticket Holders get FREE Paddock Access.
BIKES RIDE IN the PARC FERME in the PADDOCK: Bikes will end up in the heart of the paddock as they ride through into the new parc ferme, right next to the unique Paddock Show stage.
Saturday: End of WorldSBK Superpole 2 /// End of WordSSP Superpole 2 /// End of WorldSBK Race 1
Sunday:Â Â Â End of WorldSSP Race /// End of WorldSBK Race 1
KIDS FREE SUPER ZONE: Superbikes are fun for everyone so if you need to keep the kids entertained the terminator, action racer inflatable slide and chair-o-plane will keep them very happy and it’s all FREE.
Located in Gardner Straight near the Expo.
FREE OSET ELECTRIC MOTORBIKE RIDES: Throw your leg over an Oset electric bike just near the Kid’s Super Zone.
WorldSBK EXPO: A regular and very popular highlight over the weekend is the Superbike Expo, located in the exhibition building alongside Gardner Straight, opposite the pit garages. Admission is FREE to event patrons and opens from 9:00 to 18:00 h Friday, 8:00 to 18:00 h Saturday and 8:00 to 17:00 h Sunday.
HELICOPTER SCENIC FLIGHTS: The ultimate bird’s eye view of the Phillip Island Grand Prix race track. Tickets can be purchased from the helipad located near the Expo.
NEW GO KARTS ARE ON! Situated via the Visitor Centre alongside the Circuit and overlooking Bass Straight.
RACE SIMULATOR & GP SLOT CAR: The Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit Visitor Centre is located near the Gate 7a.
ITALIAN GP MOTORCYCLE COLLECTION: Magnificent display of 24 Grand Prix racing bikes. Located at the Visitor Centre.
MERCHANDISING: Official Superbike World Championship merchandise outlets located at Gardner Straight, Lukey Heights, Siberia and the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit Visitor Centre.
PIT WALK:
Friday      11:35 – 12:05 h / Pit Lane gate closing time 11:50 h
Saturday    11:40 – 12:10 h / Pit Lane gate closing time 11:55 h.
Sunday      12:15 – 13:00 h / Pit Lane gate closing time 12:30 h.
Access only with Pit Walk Pass that can be purchased from the Event Information Office located at the base of the pedestrian overpass on Gardner Straight.
Source: WorldSBK
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