The FIM Production World Trophy is a new addition to the FIM Endurance World Championship pyramid for 2025.
An entry-level category, FIM Production World Trophy competitors will race 1000cc motorcycles that closely resemble their roadgoing counterparts but with only basic modifications allowed to limit running costs and ensure the new class is accessible both financially and in performance terms.
With these targets in mind, only the standard fuel tank can be used and replaced during pitstops with the aid of a secured quick-release connector rather than by refuelling the motorcycle. A minimum pitstop time will be regulated for safety reasons.
Significantly, FIM Production World Trophy contenders will get the opportunity to compete on track at the same time as the Formula EWC and Superstock riders and benefit from live broadcasting and exposure on the EWC’s official channels.
An overview of the sporting regulations will become available in due course and a single tyre supplier will also be confirmed.
Gilles Stafler, the EWC Sport Coordinator and previously a rider and winning team manager in the championship, said: “This is an exciting time for the EWC as we develop this new and accessible category. Over the coming months we’ll be gathering feedback from all stakeholders as we work towards finalising the regulations for 2025.
“As a former team manager in the EWC, I know only too well the financial pressures that exist. I also know how competitive the EWC has become, making the entry-level FIM Production World Trophy even more important.
“The response we’ve had from riders and teams during the initial discussion phase has been really encouraging and we’ll be looking to build on this in order to hit the ground running in 2025.”
Original Source [ FIM EWC ]
