Petition addressed to the WorldSBK management and regulatory authorities

We, motorcycle racing fans from around the world, call for an immediate review of the regulation imposing an 8.5 kg ballast on Álvaro Bautista’s motorcycle this season.

Applied to his machine within Aruba.it Racing – Ducati, this additional weight significantly affects the bike’s balance, braking performance, acceleration, tire wear, and overall competitiveness.

Why this decision is unfair

The World Superbike Championship represents elite-level racing, where victory should depend on:

Rider talent

Team expertise

Engineering excellence

Race strategy

Imposing targeted weight penalties undermines the principle of equal opportunity and risks turning performance balancing into competitive punishment.

An 8.5 kg ballast is not a minor adjustment — it is a substantial technical handicap in a championship where fractions of a second define the outcome.

What we demand

✔️ Immediate removal of the 8.5 kg ballast imposed on Álvaro Bautista
✔️ A transparent review of performance-balancing regulations
✔️ Open dialogue between riders, teams, and championship organizers to ensure sporting fairness

Why this matters

Motorsport must be built on integrity, merit, and fair competition.

Regulations designed to balance competition must not penalize success or compromise the credibility of the championship.

By signing this petition, we stand for:

Sporting fairness

Championship integrity

Respect for riders and fans worldwide

✍️ Sign and Share

If you believe in fair competition and equal opportunity in world-class racing, add your signature and share this petition internationally.

For fairness. For integrity. For the passion of Superbike racing.