Michelin will become WorldSBK’s official tire supplier from 2027 after agreeing to the five-year contract.
Pirelli has been a WorldSBK tire supplier since 2004, but the partnership will end next year.
This means that Michelin and Pirelli have been trading motorcycle championships since 2027.
The Michelin MotoGP contract will disappear at the end of 2026 and Pirelli will take over.
Pirelli has been F1’s sole tire supplier since 2011 and replaced Bridesgeson.
In a statement on the WorldSBK website, “Michelin will become the exclusive official tire supplier for the Motul Fim Superbike World Championship from the 2027 season onwards.
“The five-year partnership that runs through 2031 highlights Michelin’s shared commitment and the championship for innovation, sustainability, safety and continuous development. Michelin will focus specifically on continuous improvement in tire quality, durability and safety, closely coordinate with the championship’s sophisticated technical standards and competitive spirit.
“Michelin offers tires for all categories, including WorldSBK, WorldSSP, the newly introduced World SportBike (WorldSPB) class, and the FIM Women’s Circuit Racing World Championship (WorldWCR).
“Michelin’s extensive motorsport experience and technical know-how ensure consistent performance across a range of situations and tracks featured on the Championship calendar, helping teams and riders maintain a highly competitive field throughout the season.”
Michelin describes the deal as “a new strategic step for the group and strengthens its global presence in motorcycle racing.”