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2.6.2 Balancing various motorcycle concepts<br />

In order to equalize the performance of motorcycles with different engine<br />

configurations, changes in the minimum weight may be applied according to their<br />

respective racing performances. The decision to apply the handicap will be taken<br />

by the <strong>Superbike</strong> Commission at any time deemed necessary to ensure fair<br />

competition.<br />

The application of the handicap will follow the system described in 2.4.4.2 of the<br />

<strong>Superbike</strong> regulations but will be adapted to the Superstock class.<br />

2.6.3 Engine configurations and displacement capacities<br />

The following engine configurations comprise the Superstock class:<br />

Over 750cc up to 1000cc 4-stroke 3 and 4 cylinders<br />

Over 850cc up to 1200cc 4-stroke 2 cylinders<br />

The displacement capacity, bore and stroke (new), must remain at the<br />

homologated size.<br />

2.6.4 Minimum weight<br />

The minimum weight for each model is calculated by <strong>FIM</strong> by determining the<br />

“dry weight” of the homologated motorcycle.<br />

The ‘dry weight’ of a homologated motorcycle is defined as the total weight of<br />

the motorcycle as produced by the manufacturer (after removal of fuel, vehicle<br />

number plate, tools, main stand and side stand when fitted, but with oil and<br />

radiator liquid at prescribed levels). To confirm the ‘dry weight’ a minimum of three<br />

(3) motorcycles will be weighed and compared. The result will be rounded off to<br />

the nearest digit.<br />

The minimum weight for each model will be calculated by reducing the “dry<br />

weight” of the motorcycle by 8% and rounding off the result to the lower<br />

whole number.<br />

In any case the minimum weight cannot be lower than 165 Kg.<br />

At any time of the event, the weight of the whole motorcycle (including the tank<br />

and its contents) must not be lower than the minimum weight.<br />

There is no tolerance on the minimum weight of the motorcycle.<br />

During the final technical inspection at the end of the race, the selected<br />

motorcycles will be weighed in the condition they finished the race, and<br />

the established weight limit must be met in this condition. Nothing may be<br />

added to the motorcycle. This includes all fluids.<br />

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