A new structure to improve front-end performance
 
“After Aragón, we will continue the Moto2™ front tyre development programme at Misano. At a circuit that we know very well, which hosts competitions in several categories and numerous manufacturers’ tests, we will introduce a new solution: the F0749 specification. This tyre also belongs to the ‘soft’ family, but it differs substantially from the E1089 used two weeks ago at Aragón: while the latter retained the structure of the standard SC1 combined with a new compound, the F0749 instead features a new structure paired with the soft compound of the standard SC1.
The work carried out by Pirelli engineers has focused on the goal of providing riders with greater stability, a particularly important aspect at a circuit that features the fastest corner on the championship calendar, as well as improved braking performance. The front tyre allocation, completed by the standard SC1, which was unanimously chosen by the riders last year, will allow for a direct and immediate comparison between the two solutions, enabling us to gather significant data to continue the development programme.
At the rear, the softer solutions are confirmed, having since entered the range under the SCX and SC0 names. It will therefore be interesting to assess their performance evolution both over race distance and on a single lap, the result of the continuous development work carried out by Pirelli engineers, also in collaboration with the teams”.

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Production SCX confirms its outstanding versatility and competitiveness

"The FIM Superbike World Championship French Round concludes with excellent results for the tyres across all categories, both in terms of outright lap times and consistency and performance over race distance. Compared to a year ago, when Pirelli provided Superbike riders with the same softer solutions, then still development tyres and now promoted to the production range, the comparison highlights a significant improvement in performance.
Both the SCX supersoft rear and the SCQ extrasoft allowed riders to achieve outstanding results, enabling them to lap at a much faster pace than a year ago. The average improvement in race lap times was one second in today’s Race 2, up to the point when the red flag was shown. Even over a single lap, Bulega’s time in the Superpole Race, when he went faster than Razgatlioğlu’s outright record set in qualifying last year with the SCQ development tyre in E0479 specification, provides further evidence of the extensive development work resulting from the close collaboration between Pirelli engineers and engineers from the various manufacturers.
By now, we are well aware of the SCX’s outright competitiveness, even in situations with significantly different temperatures. In this respect, today’s Superpole Race grid being evenly split between riders choosing the extrasoft SCQ and those opting for the SCX confirms that Pirelli’s products allow riders to make alternative choices while remaining equally competitive”.

Pirelli’s softer production rear tyres highly effective at Magny-Cours

"Confirming the progress seen throughout the season, this first race day of the French Round of the FIM Superbike World Championship also saw a significant overall improvement in performance compared to 2025. In the morning, with cooler temperatures, Bulega was able to make the most of the grip offered by the production extrasoft SCQ rear tyre, setting a new Magny-Cours lap record in qualifying and improving the benchmark set by Razgatlioğlu last year by more than six tenths, with the E0479, then a development solution and now promoted to production specification. In addition to Bulega, three other riders also broke the previous record, confirming the excellent level of performance offered by the softest solution in the Pirelli range. It will be interesting to see how many riders choose to use this solution in tomorrow’s Superpole Race, where Alex Lowes secured third place last year.
There was also significant progress, both in terms of outright lap times and performance over race distance, for the production supersoft SCX, which last year, as the E0126 development specification, had proved to be the winning solution in all three races. Bridewell’s fortunately consequence-free incident led to a shortened race distance, but after the restart Bulega confirmed his excellent feeling with the SCX, improving the race lap record by almost half a second. Tomorrow it will be interesting to assess race pace over the full 21-lap distance, providing a better measure of the progress made from one year to the next, thanks to the intensive development work carried out by Pirelli engineers and the technicians of the various teams".

New race benchmarks and a successful debut for the new front tyre

“The Aragon GP confirmed the significant progress seen in recent races in both categories, with overall performance and outright lap times setting new records even at a circuit that is particularly demanding on tyres. In Moto2™, the improvement was clear both in terms of lap times and over race distance, as the new race time was four tenths of a second faster and the race time was 8 seconds faster. While the choice of the SCX supersoft range compound at the rear was unanimous, introducing the new E1089 development specification to this race as an alternative to the SC1 soft range compound at the front proved to be a positive decision, as demonstrated by Guevara's second-place finish. He had appreciated its performance since the opening free practice sessions. This result, together with those achieved by the other riders who chose to race with this new specification and finished in strong positions, will allow us to gather valuable data as we continue our development work.
The progress was equally evident in the Moto3™ race, where almost the entire grid opted for the SC2 medium range compound on both axles. The figures speak for themselves: the race was as much as 18 seconds faster than last year's, with an improvement of more than one second per lap on average, as well as a new race lap record improved by more than two tenths of a second”.

A positive debut for the new Moto2™ front tyre

“MotorLand Aragón is a particularly demanding circuit for tyres, where tyres need to deliver balanced performance throughout every phase of the lap. In the opening sessions on Friday, the track surface was quite dirty, but as the circuit evolved, performance improved rapidly: the previous Moto2™ lap record was already broken in Practice and then lowered further in the following sessions, with Alonso López's pole position improving last year’s record by more than half a second. The SCX supersoft rear is softer than the E0125 soft development solution – now promoted to the SC0 range – which was the unanimous choice last year. This helped riders lower their lap times quickly. The new E1089 soft development front tyre, which features the same structure as the SC1 range tyre but a different compound, also provided positive feedback, as demonstrated by Izan Guevara’s second-place finish in qualifying, with the Spanish rider also comfortably beating the previous lap record. For tomorrow’s race, we expect around one third of the riders on the grid to choose this new solution, which has been particularly appreciated for its tendency to offer improved stability under braking as the race progresses, providing an interesting direct comparison with those who will instead opt for the SC1 range tyre.
In Moto3™, where a new lap record was set in the closing stages of qualifying, the medium SC2 compound is proving to be the most competitive option from a race perspective, both at the front and rear. Their combination of stability, durability and consistent performance makes them the most complete solution to emerge so far, which is why we expect the vast majority of riders to choose this option.”

Development focus on the front at Aragón
 
“At Aragón, we will focus on gathering data on the development work we are carrying out on the front tyres. Moto2™ riders will have a new front solution in the E1089 specification, which will be available alongside the SC1 soft from the range. It shares the same structure but differs through a new compound, which also belongs to the soft family. This new tyre has been designed to offer greater stability, particularly under braking: an especially important aspect at a circuit like Aragón, where braking zones are among the most demanding phases due to the characteristics of the track. 
With the SC1 from the range available as an alternative, riders will be able to make a direct comparison between the two solutions, which will be useful not only to assess their performance over the race weekend but also to further our development work.
There will also be new options at the rear compared with last year’s race, when Moto2™ had two soft-compound solutions available. This year we have decided to introduce the SCX supersoft from the range, which will be joined by the new SC0 soft from the range. One year ago in June, when it was still known as the E0125 development specification, the SC0 was unanimously chosen for the race. In light of the data collected at the recent Superbike round, the supersoft solution should offer riders improved performance, not only over a single lap but also over race distance”.

Records, fast and tight races with highly consistent tyre performance

"This weekend’s results are extremely positive for us and confirm the strength of our solutions across different conditions. In Moto2™, the all-time lap record was improved by more than six tenths of a second, and the race lap record by over 1.3 seconds. What’s more, 23 riders were faster than Canet’s previous 2024 record, highlighting the high level of performance achieved.
Despite the many head-to-heads and temperatures significantly higher than last year’s edition, the race was 24 seconds faster overall than in 2025, and 23 seconds faster than in 2024, with an average pace improvement of around 1.4 seconds per lap.
These results confirm the value of the new 2026 standard soft SC0 rear, which made its debut here at Silverstone last year as a development solution. This tyre has shown high-level performance both over a single lap and across race distance, maintaining consistent and uniform levels from start to finish, and confirming its effectiveness across a wide range of operating temperatures.
The Moto3™ was also very good, with a race that was equally fast, and the overall race time improved by over 13 seconds on the 2025 edition.
A crucial aspect to highlight is the fact that these results were not achieved with prototype tyres, but with standard products, readily available on the market, confirming the tangible technology transfer from racing products to motorcyclists lines".

The standard rear SC0, which debuted right here in Silverstone in 2025, sets the new Moto2™ record

“The choice of compounds for this In Moto2™Grand Prix was clear since Friday morning, with all riders going for the soft SC1 front and SC0 rear combo in FP1, and then keeping it for all subsequent sessions. The data collected confirms that these solutions are effective both over a single lap and in terms of consistency, so we expect them to be the main choices in the race as well, as was already the case in the last two Silverstone editions.
Particularly significant is the result achieved by the standard SC0 rear, which, after making its debut at this circuit in 2025 as the E0125 development specification, contributed to this year’s new all-time Moto2™ lap record set by Guevara, more than six tenths faster than the previous record achieved last year by Gonzalez.
In Moto3™, the picture is more open and all compounds could potentially be used, as proven by the riders’ choices in qualifying. Ogden came very close to the lap record in qualifying with soft SC1 both front and rear, although the medium SC2 has proved to be the most balanced solution in terms of wear, and we believe it will be the most popular choice on the grid tomorrow.
So far, temperatures have remained relatively mild, and even though they are expected to be slightly hotter tomorrow, we do not expect any significant impact on the tyre’s behaviour or performance”.

At Silverstone, the SC0 measures Moto2™'s progress
 
“For this weekend's round at Silverstone, one of the most iconic and technically demanding circuits on the World Championship calendar, Pirelli will once again provide standard range tyres for both classes, featuring the rear soft SC0 compound that made its Moto2™ debut at this very circuit last year as the E0125 development option. The E0125, which complemented the then standard soft tyre, was immediately appreciated by the intermediate class riders, who, on a highly demanding circuit characterised by numerous high-speed corners and changes of direction where stability is essential, focused exclusively on this new solution from Friday onwards.
Introduced again at subsequent events, the former E0125 quickly became the Moto2™ riders' benchmark, offering greater stability, outright one-lap performance and consistent performance across a wide variety of weather and track conditions. As a result, it was promoted to the new standard soft tyre for this season.
More than a year after its debut, and thanks to the significant development work carried out by the teams during this period, the SC0 has already contributed to numerous lap records this season. Weather conditions permitting, it will therefore be interesting to see whether Silverstone can deliver further progress compared with last year's benchmark”.

The new SCX supersoft confirms its strong performance
 
"The overall outcome at Donington Park is very positive in terms of performance and general tyre behaviour, with new records scored for qualifying, race pace and total race distance. Compared with last year’s event, the new 2026 rear tyres delivered a significant performance improvement, despite the unusually hot temperatures for this region.
While the new extrasoft SCQ tyre once again proved an excellent qualifying performance right from the start, as shown by Bulega’s Superpole lap record, the SCX supersoft allowed the leading WorldSBK riders to maintain a much faster pace than in the past, with very limited performance drop-off on a circuit traditionally characterised by high tyre wear.
Chosen as the reference tyre for long races and by most riders - including all podium finishers - in the Superpole Race, the new SCX took things a step forward, compared with the 2025 version, improving the lap record and overall race times. This was clearly shown by Race 2 lasting a whopping 24-second less, the equivalent of an average gain of one second per lap.
Another aspect worthy of mention is that this tyre is available on the market and may be purchased by all riders.
On an ending note, I would like to congratulate Ducati and the Aruba.it Racing team on securing the Manufacturers’ and Teams’ World Championships”.

Major improvements in both classes compared with previous editions
 
“Today’s races confirmed what had already emerged over the first two days at Sachsenring. In Moto2™, both medium development rear tyres compounds proved competitive, while in Moto3™, the SC2 once again confirmed itself as the reference solution for both front and rear.
For the intermediate class, the rear tyre choice was determined above all by all riders individual preference, rather than by any clear performance indication, as it often happens when the available solutions deliver very similar levels of performance. Those who opted for the D0922 specification - including the three podium riders - chose a familiar and extensively proven solution that has consistently delivered excellent results in the past. Both specifications showed a very positive and broadly equivalent performance, with the final outcome basically depending on each rider’s interpretation and performance.
A particularly significant aspect is the overall performance level shown by the two categories. In Moto3™, the race was clearly faster than in 2025. In Moto2™ the most accurate comparison should be done with the 2024, as last year’s edition was run over a shorter distance. Here too, the improvement was clear. Finally, further confirming the high-performance level achieved, new race lap records were set in both classes, with Holgado improving the previous Moto2™ record by more than one second.”

Significant performance gains with Pirelli’s new standard rear tyres
 
"The first two days at Donington were marked by unusually high temperatures for this part of the world, with the track reaching 50°C. Despite the intense heat and a surface that, as is traditionally the case here, offered relatively low grip during the opening sessions, the progressive improvement of the track conditions allowed the riders to achieve outstanding performance levels. As twelve months ago, we once again opted for the softest rear solutions in the range. The major difference for this eighth Round of the FIM Superbike World Championship is the new 2026 standard rear tyres – the SCQ and SCX – now available, which enabled a significant step forward over a single lap and, even more importantly, over race distance.
In Superpole, the extrasoft SCQ rear immediately proved highly effective, allowing Bulega to maintain his unbeaten qualifying record while lowering the all-time lap record by two tenths of a second. Although Donington has historically been one of the most demanding circuits in terms of rear tyre wear, especially on the right-hand side because of its many fast, sweeping corners, it will be interesting to see whether, should temperatures remain this high, any riders choose to tackle the Superpole Race using this specification - the softest tyre in the entire Pirelli range.
The supersoft SCX rear also confirmed its potential from the very first sessions and helped riders lap below the previous 2024 race lap record, already during Free Practice. However, the most significant figure is not the one-tenth improvement in the fastest race lap compared with the old record, but rather the gain over the full race distance. Congratulations to Iker Lecuona on his maiden WorldSBK victory: he completed the 23 laps of Race 1 more than 28 seconds faster than the 2025 winner, corresponding to an average improvement of over 1.2 seconds per lap. These figures clearly demonstrate how our continuous development work is translating into consistent performance gains, both over a single lap and across the full race distance". 

Both medium rear tyres confirm their competitive streak in Moto2™
 
"The first two days at the Sachsenring were very useful for gathering data and feedback on the two medium compound development rear solutions provided to Moto2™ riders. The D0922 specification is an already well-established solution, and has been used successfully on this very track last season as well, while the new F0468 made its first appearance with Moto2™ riders on Friday. While they both employ the same compound, their structure differs.
The feedback received from the riders broadly confirms the expectations that emerged during the development phase. The D0922 offers a slightly higher level of initial grip, and this made it the preferred choice for qualifying, and allowed the new all-time lap record to be set. While the F0468, despite providing a slightly lower grip in the opening laps, allows managing wear more effectively and ensures greater performance consistency over the distance. This is why we believe the new solution will be the main choice for many riders in tomorrow’s race. As for the front, the soft SC1 continues to be the go-to option for the entire grid.
In Moto3™, on the other hand, we expect the scenario to be roughly similar to what we have witnessed last season, with the medium SC2 being the almost unanimous choice for the back tyre, and also widely preferred at the front, although some riders may opt for the soft SC1, based on to their own set-ups and riding style".

Donington Park is a circuit where stability and grip make all the difference
 
“Donington Park is a very distinctive circuit and, in many respects, a unique venue on the FIM Superbike World Championship calendar. The opening part of the lap features a series of fast, flowing corners taken at high speed and rapid changes of direction that require riders to manage significant power while the bike is still heavily leaned over. This demands tyres capable of delivering outstanding grip, precision and stability, while maintaining consistent performance over race distance.
Compared with last year, when only standard range solutions were available and no development specifications were included, this season, while confirming the same compounds introduced in 2025, we will provide riders with the complete 2026 standard range. The SCQ extrasoft compound will be the softest option in the allocation and can be used not only in free practice and qualifying but also, potentially, in the Superpole Race. For the longer races, riders will be able to rely on the SCX supersoft and, should temperatures be lower, the SC0 soft compound—solutions that have already demonstrated throughout the season an excellent balance between outright performance and consistency, as reflected by the many new records that have been set.
Finally, the weather, which has historically been unpredictable in the UK, will once again be a key factor. Rain and low temperatures, even in the middle of summer, can have a major influence on tyre management and race strategies. Having a complete and versatile range available will therefore be essential to provide the best possible support in any weather conditions".

Sachsenring, a proving ground for medium compounds
 
“We return to the Sachsenring for the third consecutive year with a now well-established understanding of the characteristics of this track. It is one of the most demanding circuits on the calendar for tyres, particularly in terms of wear levels. For this reason, medium solutions have traditionally been the most suitable choice, guaranteeing the best compromise between resistance and consistent performance.
Last year, in Moto2™, all riders chose the D0922 specification, achieving very positive results, while in Moto3™ the preference fell on the SC2, the most resistant compound among those available. For 2026, we are introducing an interesting alternative for Moto2™: the F0468 development specification. Although it is new to this championship, this solution has already been used successfully in WorldSBK at Most, another circuit that is particularly severe on tyres.
The F0468 uses the same compound as the D0922, already well known and appreciated by the riders, but combines it with a new-generation structure developed to increase stability and consistency of performance over the entire race distance. It will be particularly interesting to analyse the direct comparison between these two specifications and see which of the two will best interpret the riders’ requirements and the characteristics of the Sachsenring”.

Closely fought races and solid performance from range tyres
 
“The Assen weekend was marked by extremely changeable weather conditions: after the very high temperatures recorded over the first two days, today we saw cooler, albeit still warm, conditions. The heavy rain that fell overnight between Saturday and Sunday helped lower the temperatures while at the same time returned the track to its initial state, resetting its evolution and removing the rubber previously laid down on the asphalt.
In Moto2™, as had already emerged from the opening sessions, all riders opted for the softest solutions available, using SC1 on the front and SC0 on the rear. This configuration helped produce a particularly hard-fought race right down to the final corner, confirming the high level of performance consistency delivered by the tyres.
In Moto3™, all the options proved highly competitive. Quiles was victorious with an unconventional choice, opting for medium SC2 tyres on both axles, while the podium was completed by two riders using soft SC1 tyres on both the front and rear. It was a brave choice from Quiles, one that put him at an initial disadvantage in the opening laps compared with riders on softer compounds, but proving decisive in the second half of the race thanks to the greater long-distance consistency of the medium rear. This allowed him to retake the lead and secure a thoroughly deserved win.”

Positive performance despite the low-grip asphalt caused by extreme temperatures
 
“The exceptional heatwave affecting the whole of Europe has not spared Assen, where particularly high air and track temperatures were recorded over the first two days. This is a circuit that generally offers reduced grip levels even in standard conditions. The extreme temperatures recorded, with the surface exceeding 50 °C, further reduced mechanical grip increasing the risk of sliding and spinning.
In this context, the soft compound solutions proved to be the most effective, thanks to their ability to adapt to the micro-irregularities of the surface, ensuring the best level of grip and traction, although Quiles took pole in Moto3™ with medium SC2 compound tyres both at the front and rear, bucking the trend. Looking ahead to the race, we expect the soft compounds to be widely used in Moto2™, with the SC1 at the front and the SC0 at the rear, while in Moto3™ the SC1 should be the benchmark for both axles, although in this category some riders will also opt for the medium SC2, particularly at the front.
Rainfall is forecast overnight, which could reset track evolution, while a significant drop in temperatures is expected tomorrow, potentially creating a very different scenario compared with what we have seen so far”.

With high temperatures, rear soft solutions are certainly favoured
 
“The Assen circuit represents a unique test bench on the calendar due to its extremely flowing layout, which requires riders to maintain a high and consistent pace throughout the lap. The particular configuration of the track mainly rewards cornering precision and the ability to manage load transfers progressively, aspects that highlight the correct balance of the bike and the overall effectiveness of the tyre package. In this context, it becomes essential to guarantee predictable and uniform behaviour, capable of supporting the rider through rapid changes of direction and high-speed cornering phases. Considering the high temperatures expected, the rear soft solutions, SC0 in Moto2™ and SC1 in Moto3™, represent a particularly effective option thanks to the higher level of grip they offer. The front, although not presenting any marked critical issues, plays a fundamental role in terms of stability, precision and consistent performance, all indispensable elements on such a fast track. For this reason, both available solutions, soft SC1 and medium SC2, can represent valid alternatives depending on riding style and the characteristics of each bike.”

Brno’s benchmark compounds were the soft in Moto2™ and the medium in Moto3™
 
“The overall weekend was extremely positive in terms of performance delivered by the entire range. In both classes, the choice of race solutions was almost unanimous, albeit with clear differences between Moto2™ and Moto3™. In the former, the soft compounds- SC1 front and SC0 rear - proved to be the preferred option, while in the latter the choice of reference was the medium SC2 on both axles, mainly due to the differing technical characteristics of the bikes and the tyre sizes.
Beyond these differences, the most significant aspect is the marked improvement in performance in both categories, compared to last year. The races were held at a considerably faster pace, with an overall gain of around 10 seconds in Moto2™ and more than 6 seconds in Moto3™. The fastest race lap times also showed a clear progression compared to 2025, achieved with the same solutions, despite higher track temperatures.
And now we focus on tomorrow’s test session in Brno, involving all manufacturers, for developing the new tyres to be introduced at the MotoGP™ starting from 2027”.

New lap-time benchmarks set, despite the high temperatures
 
“On the first two days at Brno, we have garnered extremely positive feedback in terms of tyre performance in both categories. In Moto3™, lap times improved steadily from FP1 onwards, with the lap record lowered in every session through to qualifying, where Almansa set the new benchmark at 2’04.069, reducing the previous record by almost one second. In Moto2™, Salac broke the record for the first time on Saturday morning’s FP2, before it was further improved in qualifying by Alonso, who lowered last year’s record by six tenths.
This performance evolution is also attributable to the excellent track conditions and to teams and riders increasingly familiarising with our product range. It is particularly significant to note that these results were achieved using the same tyre solutions available in 2025, confirming our products’ solid performance and their ability to adapt to different technical contexts and operating conditions.
Air and track temperatures were significantly higher than last year, making these results even more relevant and underlining how versatile our solutions are, and their ability to deliver consistent performances across a wide range of usage conditions.
As for tomorrow’s races, in Moto2™ we expect all riders to confirm the soft solutions seen in action during qualifying. And in Moto3™, the medium SC2 will almost certainly be the preferred compound for both axles”.

Brno, a rather demanding track especially for the front end
 
“At 5.403 kilometres, Automotodrom Brno is one of the longest circuits on the Grand Prix calendar. Its layout stands out for its constant and sudden changes in elevation, with a sequence of heavy braking zones and hard acceleration areas that generate high thermal loads and a higher level of tyre wear than at other tracks.
The high demand for precision on corner entry places significant stress on the front end, particularly in the right-hand turns, making front tyre behaviour a decisive factor for stability and the feeling transmitted to the rider.
In the case of Moto2™, the data gathered at the previous edition show that the soft compounds ensured an adequate level of grip and consistency over race distance on both axles. Consequently, a similar trend can reasonably be expected this year, with the use of the rear SC0, already used at Brno in 2025 as development specification E0125, and the standard front SC1.
In Moto3™, on the other hand, the lighter bikes struggle more to bring the softer compounds up to temperature, with a resulting increase in wear. It is therefore likely that, in the race, the medium SC2 solution will be preferred on both axles, as already seen in 2025.”

Superpole Race run at record pace on the SCQ, a tyre available to all riders on the market
 
"We conclude the Pirelli Emilia-Romagna Round with great satisfaction and outstanding results across every area, from new outright lap records in both qualifying and race conditions to race-pace improvements of around one second per lap.
Both the supersoft SCX rear, used in the long races, and the SCQ, selected for Superpole and the Superpole Race, delivered an exceptionally high level of performance. I would particularly like to focus on the SCQ, an extremely soft solution designed not only to maximise one-lap performance but also to provide effectiveness in short-distance races.
Over the 10 laps of the Superpole Race, every rider on the grid chose the SCQ, and the overall race time was more than 10 seconds quicker than last year, with race pace improving by over one second per lap. In addition, Bulega set a new race lap record of 1’31.945, improving the 2024 benchmark by more than seven tenths of a second. These are significant results achieved with a standard tyre that is commercially available and can be purchased by anyone.
Finally, I would like to renew my congratulations to Bulega and Ducati for the extraordinary sequence of victories and records they continue to build together race after race”.

A record-breaking Saturday under the Misano sun
 
"The racing opening day at the Misano World Circuit highlighted a significant step forward in performance in the Superbike class, as demonstrated by new benchmark times in qualifying, race pace and overall race distance. For the seventh round of the FIM Superbike World Championship, we chose to focus on the softest solutions in the Pirelli range, introducing the new SCQ extrasoft rear, the evolution of the E0479 development specification that made its debut at this circuit last season and which today enabled Bulega to set a new outright lap record.
In light of the limited wear and consistent performance shown over race distance as well, it will be particularly interesting to see how many riders choose this solution for tomorrow morning’s Superpole Race and what impact it may have in terms of performance.
The SCX supersoft rear once again proved to be the benchmark choice over race distance, delivering a very high level of performance from the very first sessions. The overall Race 1 time, 13 seconds faster than a year ago, is evidence of the significant progress made by the manufacturers over this period, as well as by Pirelli". 

The SCQ completes the renewal of the rear tyre range
 
“For the Emilia-Romagna Round – a circuit we know extremely well, having hosted races for many years as well as numerous manufacturer tests throughout the season – we are bringing the new 2026 standard-range SCQ extrasoft as the designated Superpole rear tyre, a specification that until last year was known as the E0479 development solution. Introduced in the FIM Superbike World Championship at Misano last season and designed with an innovative carcass to deliver greater stability, a larger contact patch and improved performance consistency, the new standard-range SCQ follows the same development philosophy that led to the production versions of the current DIABLO™ Superbike SCX and SC0, both of which were development specifications in 2025.
The SCQ was the final piece needed to complete the renewal of our rear tyre range which, it is worth noting, is now also available for purchase by all riders through the Pirelli dealer network, both for racing use and for track-day activities.
In addition to assessing the behaviour of the SCQ, it will also be interesting to see how the SCX supersoft performs. After serving as the reference tyre for Superpole and the Superpole Race at Aragón, this weekend it could prove to be the most competitive option for the long races given the high temperatures expected".

Standard tyres proved effective in variable conditions
 
“During the Grand Prix of Hungary, we experienced a wide array of conditions. On Friday, the track was still not very rubbered in, and temperatures were mild. On Saturday we witnessed a clear track evolution and warmer weather. Finally, Sunday was very hot, with track temperatures in the Moto2™ race exceeding 50°C, and this affected the circuit’s natural grip.
In this context, the tyres – all standard and regularly available for purchase by any motorcyclist – proved to be highly adaptable, thanks to the wide operating range of our compounds. In Moto2™, the supersoft SCX rear tyre was used with track temperatures ranging from 28°C to 52°C, and confirmed itself as an extremely versatile solution. With cooler conditions, it helped set a new circuit record, while at higher race temperatures, it was crucial in recording the new fastest race lap and improving the overall race time by 8 seconds.
In Moto3™, all compounds in the allocation proved to be valid options, and the podium riders go to show this. Overall, we are happy with the way our tyres performed at this round, and are now looking forward to next weekend in Brno, where, after the race, on Monday, we will run a private test with MotoGP™ manufacturers and riders, as part of the tyre developments scheduled to be introduced in 2027.”

Significantly improved lap records in both classes
 
“The track conditions were less than ideal on Friday, and both the riders and the teams struggled with choosing the most effective set-up to boost the tyres grip performance. Even so, already on Friday afternoon’s Practice session, Gonzalez set a new Moto2™ lap record, which he conquered also thanks to the supersoft SCX rear compound, which was not available last season, on Balaton Park’s debut year.
Between yesterday and today, however, the circuit showed an important track evolution, and, as the sessions went on and more rubber was laid down on the asphalt, lap times dropped significantly, especially in Saturday morning’s FP2, when new lap records were set in both classes. In Moto3™, Quiles lowered last year’s lap time by more than half a second, and in Moto2™, Gonzales improved the previous record by almost five tenths. In qualifying, due to higher temperatures that made the track more slippery and affected the grip level, the riders were unable to improve the times set in the morning.
In view of tomorrow’s races, we expect a unanimous choice by all intermediate class riders, as the soft SC1 front and supersoft SCX rear combo has proven to be the most competitive yet. While in Moto3™ we do expect a more varied use of the options available, similarly to what we saw in qualifying, and we could see some riders on medium SC2 on both axles, while others may prefer the soft SC1 front and rear”.

At Balaton with the aim of making a further step forward
 
“When we head to a new circuit, our initial approach is always cautious: we prefer to opt for solutions that are not excessively soft, so as to guarantee an adequate safety margin should the track prove particularly demanding on tyres. That is why, last season at Balaton, Moto2™ riders had the soft SC0 available as the softer rear option and the medium SC1 as the alternative. This year, on the basis of the data collected in 2025, which showed that the track and its asphalt are not particularly demanding on tyres, we decided to offer an allocation that is one step softer introducing the supersoft SCX at this circuit. It is not an absolute debut on this track for this tyre, as it was already used successfully by WorldSBK riders at the beginning of May, but we believe this compound can also allow Moto2™ riders to make a significant step forward both over a single flying lap and in race pace, thanks to the high levels of grip it is able to provide”.

Convincing performances and record pace across the entire range at Aragón
 
"The FIM WorldSBK Aragón Round proved particularly interesting from a performance perspective, not only in absolute terms but also for the insights gained from the direct comparison between the different specifications included in the allocation. Despite very high temperatures, including track temperatures beyond 50°C today, the continuous evolution of the circuit allowed riders to progressively improve their lap times throughout the weekend.
In terms of outright performance, both softer rear options enabled Bulega to set new benchmarks. After establishing a new outright lap record in Superpole with the supersoft SCX, the Championship leader repeated the feat in the Superpole Race, setting a new race lap record using the standard soft SC0. This was the same standard specification with which he won here last year and one that had already provided him with positive feedback from the opening practice sessions. The result is particularly significant considering that Bulega was one of only two riders to choose this option, while the rest of the grid opted for the supersoft SCX. The extremely narrow margin at the finish compared with Lecuona, who was using the SCX, confirmed that both solutions were fully competitive for fighting for victory.
The front options available to the teams also delivered excellent performance, as demonstrated by the winning use of the soft SC1 in the Superpole Race and the medium SC2 in both Race 1 and Race 2. These results provide further confirmation of the effectiveness of Pirelli’s continuous development work over recent years, which has enabled the company to offer riders a reliable and highly competitive range in all conditions. This also extends to everyday motorcyclists who can use, on track and during track days, the very same tyres featured in the FIM Superbike World Championship”.

The fastest races ever at Mugello for these classes
 
“After the new outright lap record set yesterday in Moto2™, the races also confirmed the excellent performance of the tyres, contributing to highly significant results. Both the Moto2™ and Moto3™ races were the fastest ever at Mugello for their respective classes in terms of race speed.
In Moto2™, there was an overall improvement of 22 seconds compared with 2025, corresponding to a reduction in average lap time of 1.2 seconds, with Ortolá also setting the new fastest race lap and improving the previous benchmark by 1 second. The new supersoft rear compound in the range, updated for this season, made a significant contribution to this result.
In Moto3™, too, despite using the same solutions as last season, significant progress was recorded: the race was 10 seconds faster than last year, with race speed improved by 0.6 seconds per lap.
It is important to note that these results were achieved in almost identical conditions to those of 2025, both in terms of air and track temperatures and, of course, number of race laps.
Finally, a mention for the Red Bull MotoGP™ Rookies Cup, which once again delivered very closely fought races, and congratulations to Ogiwara for the double achieved over the weekend.”

Standard compounds perform strongly despite Aragón’s high temperatures
 
"The feedback gathered over these first two days confirms the validity of the tyre allocation choices made for Aragón. Despite temperatures being higher than the seasonal average and an asphalt surface that, although resurfaced in 2024, has already shown a significant loss of grip, the tyres have delivered consistently strong performance. After a Friday affected by track temperatures close to 60°C and a circuit that was still lacking rubber, the natural evolution of the track allowed lap times to improve significantly.
In Superpole, the new standard SCX enabled Bulega to beat last year’s lap record by half a second, confirming its outstanding performance even under particularly demanding conditions. In Race 1, the new SC0 rear tyre delivered both competitiveness and consistency, contributing to a race time almost five seconds faster than last year’s equivalent race, despite considerably higher temperatures and therefore less favourable conditions.
Positive feedback also came from the front tyre options, with all three available specifications being used in the race. Although the podium finishers all opted for the standard SC2, both the SC1 and the E1164 development specification demonstrated a strong level of competitiveness".

In three seasons, the Moto2™ lap record was improved by more than 2 seconds
 
“The new SCX rear solution, introduced last year as development specification E0126, also confirmed at Mugello a high level of performance and remarkable consistency. The track feedback therefore validates the technical decision to promote it to the supersoft compound range for this season.
Over the 2024–2026 period – across three seasons – the Moto2™ lap record at this circuit has improved overall by more than 2 seconds, dropping from the 1’50.514 set in 2023 by Pedro Acosta on tyres from another manufacturer to the 1’48.474 established today by Gonzalez. This is a significant step forward, achieved even with rather high track temperatures such as today’s. This is attributable to the combined evolution of motorcycles, set-up and rider performance, supported by the continuous development work carried out by manufacturers and teams, to which we also contribute through increasingly advanced solutions capable of optimising grip and operating stability.
For this Grand Prix, in addition to the SCX range, Moto2™ riders also have access to the F0192 supersoft development specification, introduced this season at Jerez and already used by several riders. Looking ahead to the race, widespread use of the SC1 soft front compound is expected, while at the rear both the range SCX and the F0192 development solution are likely to feature, considering their comparable behaviour and performance levels.
As for Moto3™, the rear choice should lean towards the SC1 soft, the option with the highest level of available grip, while at the front the selection will continue to depend on set-up requirements, riding style and the dynamic characteristics of the KTM and Honda platforms”.

The comparison between supersoft rears in Moto2™ continues
 
“In 2024, the year of Pirelli’s debut in the World Championship, at Mugello the Moto2™ riders raced using the standard SC0 soft rear, the softest solution among those available. Following the analyses carried out, it emerged that the circuit, although placing tyres under considerable stress due to its frequent changes of direction and elevation, fast corners and heavy braking, does not have particularly abrasive asphalt and therefore tyre wear is fairly limited.
On the basis of this evidence, last year we decided to introduce the SCX supersoft rear as well, with which the riders achieved a further performance improvement in terms of lap times.
For this edition, given Mugello’s suitability for the use of very soft solutions, riders will be able to rely not only on the new standard SCX, introduced last year as the E0126 development specification, but also on a further supersoft alternative, the F0192, which debuted at the Spanish Grand Prix and was used in the race by many riders. In both cases, these are solutions never previously tried on the Italian circuit but are already familiar to the riders, particularly as regards the standard SCX which has already been used in races this year at the United States, Spanish and French Grands Prix.
It will therefore be interesting to see which of the two supersoft solutions receives the greater appreciation and whether, weather conditions permitting, it will be possible to improve further both the lap record and race pace”.

Records achieved in part also thanks the new soft standard SC0
 
“The weekend at Most proved to be a concrete example of how important our development work is. In 2025, WorldSBK riders could choose two of the options that were also available this year: the SC0 soft and the D0922 medium. However, the SC0 had not proved competitive, to the point that in the Superpole Race almost all riders had chosen the D0922, which was also used in long races.
This year, by contrast, the new 2026 standard SC0, known last season as the E0125 development specification, was the go-to option for all Superpole Race riders, which was run in conditions similar to those in 2025, and boosted both the race lap record and pace significantly.
This great outcome is also a direct benefit for motorcycle riders in general, since it has become a standard product available on the market that anyone can purchase. In parallel, the medium D0922 – obtained through intensive development work -, confirmed the excellent characteristics already shown in 2025, and was highly appreciated and effective in the two long races. In Race 2, this year’s new feature, the medium F0468 specification option, proved to be enough popular and allowed Gerloff and Surra to end the race fifth and sixth respectively, becoming a valid alternative to the better-known D0922.
Lastly, I would like to congratulate Bulega and Debise, the undisputed stars of the Czech round.”

Standard soft and medium compounds are highly competitive in both classes
 
“Sunday’s Catalan GP confirmed the progress we have seen in recent races, with very strong performance levels, even on a track that is particularly demanding on tyres, due to a highly abrasive surface and lower-than-average grip levels. In Moto2™, the improvement was clear both in terms of lap times and race distance, with the new race lap record lowered by four tenths and the overall race time improved by 15 seconds. While the winning riders went for the SC1 soft front and SC0 soft rear combos, even those who chose the SC2 medium front finished the race in leading positions, proving that it can equally be a strong race option.
Progress was also evident in the Moto3™ race, with an 11-second improvement compared to last year’s race time. While all riders selected the standard SC2 medium front – the best choice in terms of durability and continued performance in a demanding circuit such as Montmeló - rear tyre choices were almost evenly split between the SC1 soft and the SC2 medium. This decision is heavily influenced by bike setup and riding style, as both solutions proved to be competitive and effective, and the final podium shows it, with the winner and third-place finisher going for the standard medium, and the second-placed relying on the soft option”.

All compounds play a central role
 
“Once again, the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya proved to be very demanding on tyres, due to its highly abrasive asphalt, which generates greater wear than usual. With temperatures lower than average compared to previous editions, the track offered a good level of grip right from the opening sessions, while tyre behaviour has continued to improve alongside the natural circuit evolution, as confirmed by the new all-time Moto2™ lap record set first by Gonzalez in this morning’s FP2 session, and then further improved by Vietti during qualifying.
Looking ahead to the race, in Moto2™ the rear tyre choice appears to be leaning towards the standard-range soft SC0 compound, while for front tyres, teams are evaluating both options, according to each rider’s set-up and riding style. In Moto3™, the standard-range medium SC2 front compound proved to be the winning choice for the two fastest riders in qualifying and looks like the most popular option in tomorrow’s race, as this combo can provide the right level of stability, durability and consistent performance over race distance. While for rear tyre options, the choice between the soft SC1 and medium SC2 will be far more subjective, however, based on data we have collected, both options appear capable of delivering a competitive performance. Should temperatures rise further tomorrow, an overall improvement in performance should also be expected”.

New records and highly convincing tyre performance
 
“These first two days at Most were marked by fairly low air and track temperatures, along with a bit of rain toward Friday’s end, which certainly did not help the track’s evolution. Even so, tyre performance was consistently very convincing, both in terms of flying lap pace – as the new all-time lap records set in both classes proved -, and of race distance, with Debise scoring the new fastest race lap on the very last lap. In both WorldSBK and WorldSSP, the front soft SC1 solution was the only one adopted in the race, mostly paired with the rear soft SC0 in Supersport, and with the D0922 medium development option in Superbike – a solution the riders were already familiar with, after using it in the same race last year. Even though a couple of riders went for the new F0468 specification, it was somewhat affected by its being new, and, especially on a circuit so demanding on tyres such as Most – and due to the rather low temperatures as well – the riders felt safer working with an option they already know very well, rather than trying out something new. We will see whether this changes in tomorrow’s races.”

Targeted development for the most demanding circuits
 
“Over more than two decades as supplier to the Superbike World Championship, Pirelli has built an extremely solid and versatile tyre range. The SCX supersoft rear solution now represents an absolute benchmark for riders and is used in most races on the calendar, with the soft SC0 becoming a valid alternative on some occasions.
There are, however, some circuits that are particularly demanding on tyres, such as Phillip Island and Most, which by virtue of their layout and intrinsic characteristics require more specific solutions and more durable compounds, typically medium options.
In these cases, development work focuses on improving key parameters such as performance and consistency over race distance: objectives that guided the design of the new rear solution in F0468 specification.
To complete the allocation, riders will in any case also have the well-proven D0922 option available, which has shown that it can effectively handle the particular stresses imposed by this circuit. It will be interesting to assess whether the new F0468 medium will be able to raise the performance level beyond that of the D0922 further still”.

A battle between soft rears in Moto2™
 
“For this weekend’s round at Montmeló, Moto2™ riders will have a new development option for the rear in addition to the standard SC0 soft tyre: the F0298 soft. On a circuit that is particularly demanding on tyres, this new specification should provide greater stability and improved consistency of performance over race distance. This addition forms part of Pirelli’s intensive and ongoing development work aimed at delivering increasingly high-performing and versatile solutions.
Due to its layout and the combination of corners with different radii — many of them taken at high speed — the Catalan circuit represents a significant testing ground in the search for the best bike setup and in terms of tyre management capability. Temperatures can have a major impact on asphalt grip: heat tends to reduce grip, while cooler conditions, although increasing the track’s natural grip, can also lead to higher tyre wear. It will therefore be particularly interesting to assess the behaviour of the two rear solutions for Moto2™ and determine which one will be preferred by the riders”.

A demanding yet positive Sunday
 
“Sunday was marked by unstable weather conditions, which significantly affected both the race and the choice of tyres. Despite a first wet start for the Moto2™, due to a very damp track, all riders opted for slick tyres, mainly with the soft SC1 front and supersoft SCX rear combo. The subsequent restart was declared dry, even though the surface was still damp and extremely slippery, therefore not ideal for slick tyres. In this complex context, also considering relatively low temperatures for the soft compounds, the solutions adopted delivered a high performance, as shown by the new race lap record, improved by almost half a second compared with last year.
The Moto3™ race, held on a fully wet track, was even more challenging and demanding. Indeed, all weekend sessions took place in dry conditions, forcing the riders to face the race without the chance to assess the behaviour of the DIABLO™ Rain wet tyres before actually using them. The Le Mans circuit, known for its limited dry grip, further accentuates this issue in the wet, making the track particularly treacherous.
In this scenario, Quiles showed remarkable adaptability and excellent sensitivity in wet riding, and deserved the win. Fernández and Bertelle also delivered an excellent performance, confirming their competitiveness and solidity in a complex context.”

Le Mans confirms records and steady progress
 
“With the exception of Goiânia – the new circuit added to the World Championship calendar this year - since the start of the Moto2™ season both the all-time lap records and the race fastest laps were improved at every Grand Prix held so far. This upward trend is clearly evident also at Le Mans, where in qualifying Guevara shortened the previous circuit record set last year by more than four tenths.
Apart from being the combined work of teams and riders, these developments highlight the contribution made by the tyres technical package, as confirmed by the fact that the improvements occurred across the grid. A significant part of this progress can be attributed to the SCX supersoft rear solution in its 2026 update, characterised by high grip, a particularly effective operating window, and improved consistency over distance.
The SC1 soft front also received very positive reviews, with the riders appreciating its grip, predictability and ability to achieve with clear feedback. In both cases, these soft solutions maximise the chassis set-up potential, in the effort to deliver faster lap times.
Looking ahead to tomorrow’s races, weather conditions remain changeable, with possible rainfall. In dry conditions, in Moto2™ the unanimous use of the soft SC1 front and supersoft SCX rear combo is very likely, while in Moto3™ the soft SC1 solutions should be the go-to choice for both axles”.

Le Mans is well suited to the use of the supersoft rear
 
“The Le Mans circuit is characterised by particularly low levels of abrasiveness and mechanical stress, which result in low tyre wear. These conditions make it a track fully compatible with the use of the softest rear compounds, such as the supersoft SCX. In 2025, this solution was adopted in the race by all Moto2™ riders, enabling a clear improvement in performance compared with 2024, a season in which the soft SC0 was the softest rear option available.
The 2026 range SCX does not coincide with the version used last year but is the former E0126 development specification. While the compound formulation remains unchanged, the structure has been modified with the aim of increasing the contact patch area and, consequently, overall grip levels. It will therefore be interesting to assess whether this structural evolution translates into a further performance gain compared with the SCX used in 2025.
The track’s low levels of wear are also reflected in the Moto3™ category, where in last year’s edition all riders used the rear soft SC1 compound in the race, a choice we expect to be confirmed again this year.”

Standard-range tyres star at Balaton
 
"At the end of the FIM Superbike World Championship Hungarian Round, which saw new outright lap and race lap records set in both the Superbike World Championship and the FIM Supersport World Championship, Pirelli’s decision to bring the softest allocation from its range to Balaton Park Circuit proved to be the right one. The constant evolution of the track and the excellent condition of the asphalt helped the teams’ work, with lap times progressively improving throughout the weekend.
In terms of outright performance, the extrasoft SCQ allowed Nicolò Bulega to set a new lap record, while over race distance the supersoft SCX once again delivered outstanding performance, as shown by the many riders who rode faster than the 2025 race lap record. A clear improvement in race speed was also seen in the WorldSSP.
These results confirm the effectiveness of Pirelli’s continuous development work, the benefits of which are also passed on to end users through the availability of the same standard-range tyres used in the World Championship for track activity and track days.”

The SCX supersoft proves highly effective at Balaton Park
 
"For this second visit of the FIM Superbike World Championship to Balaton Park Circuit, thanks to the data collected from last year’s edition, we decided to make the softest tyre range available to the riders. As the results showed, the decision certainly paid off. Despite the track initially being rather dirty but rapidly evolving, tyre performance was consistently optimal, with lap times dropping quickly from the very first free practice sessions. While at the front the riders immediately appreciated the stability of the SC1 range soft, at the rear the SCX supersoft — absent from last year’s allocation — also proved effective straight away, allowing Bulega in this morning’s warm-up to go below the lap record set in qualifying last year by Toprak Razgatlıoğlu using the SCQ extrasoft. These performances were repeated in Race 1, where Bulega claimed victory while lowering the race lap record by six tenths of a second.
The SCQ extrasoft, making its first appearance of the season here in Hungary, enabled Bulega during the Superpole qualifying session to establish the new outright Balaton Park lap record, improving by more than a quarter of a second the record set last year, also thanks to asphalt grip that improved significantly session after session. With temperatures expected to rise, it will be interesting to see whether any riders decide to use it tomorrow in the Superpole Race.
Finally, very positive indications also came from WorldSSP, with new records set both over a single lap and in race pace and distance, further confirming the competitiveness of the SCX supersoft range tyre in all conditions". 

Supersoft SCX under scrutiny at Balaton Park
 
“The data collected last year showed that Balaton Park is a track with low tyre-wear values. For this reason, we decided to make the softest range solutions available to WorldSBK riders, including the supersoft SCX in the allocation, which was not present last year. Riders will, in any case, also be able to count on the soft SC0 which, in 2025 as the E0125 specification, was the race reference. This could be a valid alternative, especially in the event of lower temperatures.
For the first time this season, the extrasoft SCQ returns to centre stage for qualifying and the Superpole Race. Last year this solution was used only in qualifying due to unfavourable weather conditions in the Superpole Race, so it will be interesting to see whether anyone uses it in the short race this year.
All solutions, as well as the soft SC1 and medium SC2 fronts, are range products—i.e. they can be purchased by any motorcyclist worldwide and used both in competitions at any level and for track days”.

Clear faster lap and race pace improvements in Moto2™

“This weekend, our evaluation is very positive, especially in light of the results achieved in Moto2™. The F0192 – the new supersoft development rear tyre - made a strong debut. It helped Agius set the new all-time lap record on Friday, and it was chosen by more than half the riders for the race, which was much faster than last year’s, with a lap pace improvement of six tenths. At the same time, the standard supersoft SCX - the other option available - also confirmed its solidity and versatility: this was the go-to solution for all three riders on the podium, with Agius setting the new race fastest lap, and improving the previous record by a full seven tenths. The feedback shows that both rear options – standard and development - delivered an equivalent level of competitiveness over the weekend. A similar picture emerged in Moto3™, where both rear solutions - soft SC1 and medium SC2 - reached the podium, splitting the riders’ preferences during the race evenly.”

Both supersoft rear options proved very competitive in Moto2™
 
“During this GP, we provided Moto2™ riders with a new supersoft rear solution - the F0192 specification - which immediately showed a very positive behaviour. In Friday morning’s FP1, it was compared with the range supersoft SCX and most riders preferred it. With this new tyre, Baltus in FP1 first, and then Agius in the afternoon Practice, improved the outright lap record, set last year by Deniz Öncü.
In qualifying, despite going quicker than the 2025 reference, it was not possible to improve the time set by Agius in Practice: the rain that fell until mid-morning washed the rubber laid down on Friday off the track surface, resetting the track evolution. For the same reason, Moto3™ riders, with the track still partly damp, were also unable to improve on Friday’s times.
Looking ahead to tomorrow’s races, we expect most Moto2™ riders to choose the front soft SC1 paired with the new rear supersoft F0192. However, both supersoft rear options proved equally competitive, so some riders opted for the SCX range, making the head-to-head comparison in the race between the two solutions especially interesting.
Just like last year, in Moto3™, most riders are expected to opt for medium-compound SC2 tyres on both axles, a configuration better suited to the Jerez circuit features.”

At Jerez, a direct comparison between development-oriented supersoft options
 
“On the occasion of the Spanish GP, scheduled for this weekend at the Circuito de Jerez - Ángel Nieto, we have decided to provide Moto2™ riders with a new rear development specification, the F0192. Compared to the standard supersoft SCX, it retains the same structure but features a new compound. This solution should improve wear while also delivering more consistent performance over race distance.
The Jerez circuit is an excellent testing ground for evaluating new soft solutions, as it does not have highly abrasive asphalt and, at this time of year, temperatures are usually warm enough to allow the use of particularly soft options. In addition to this new solution, riders will of course also have access to the standard SCX, enabling a direct comparison between the two tyres under the same track and weather conditions, providing us with the most accurate feedback possible. The supersoft was already used as a race tyre last year and proved well suited to the characteristics of this circuit, so it is simply a matter of understanding which of the two alternatives will be preferred by the riders”.

Further confirmation from the new range soft rear tyres
 
“As already seen at the previous Portimão round, even in variable conditions and with the cooler temperatures recorded at Assen, the new rear tyres in the Pirelli DIABLO Superbike range – the supersoft SCX and the soft SC0, known up to last season as development specifications E0126 and E0125 – once again proved to be among the highlights of the weekend.
With the SCX, Nicolò Bulega set the new outright lap record and the new fastest race lap in the Superpole Race, while the SC0 showed excellent consistency in the long races, contributing to a noticeable improvement in overall race times compared to last season.
In both cases these are range tyres, available for purchase by any rider or motorcyclist through the usual sales channels and suitable for competitions at any level as well as track days. This result reflects the ongoing development work that Pirelli has been carrying out for years in this and other championships, with direct benefits for products intended for all motorcyclists.
On track, the tyres are exactly the same as those used in the World Championship, while for road use the products can benefit from the many technological innovations introduced in motorsport. Finally, congratulations to Nicolò Bulega for the outstanding results achieved in this start to the Championship: after just three rounds he has already shown that he is the man to beat”.