Alex Lowes Optimistic About Kawasaki’s Title Chances with New Bike After unveiling the updated Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR for the 2023 World Superbike Championship season, Alex Lowes expressed his confidence in the team’s ability to challenge for the title. “With the new bike, we have the best chance of starting from the best possible position,” Lowes said. “I’m very excited to get on it and start testing.” Kawasaki has invested heavily in the development of the new ZX-10RR, which features a host of upgrades designed to improve its performance on the track. Among the most notable changes are a new engine, chassis, and aerodynamics package. Lowes believes that these changes will give him and his teammate Jonathan Rea the edge they need to compete with the top teams in the championship. “The bike is a big step forward,” Lowes said. “It’s much more stable and predictable, which gives me a lot more confidence to push hard.” Rea, who is a six-time World Superbike champion, is equally confident about the team’s chances in 2023. “I’m sure that we can challenge for the championship,” Rea said. “The new bike is a big improvement, and we’ve got a great team behind us.” The 2023 World Superbike Championship season begins on April 8 at Phillip Island in Australia.Kawasaki has announced the extension of Alex Lowes’ contract for the 2025 Superbike World Championship. This new contract marks a significant change for Lowes, as he will now be part of Kawasaki Racing Team’s new project with Bimota.
Kawasaki has announced the extension of Alex Lowes’ contract for the 2025 Superbike World Championship. This new contract marks a significant change for Lowes, as he will now be part of Kawasaki Racing Team’s new project with Bimota. Despite the change in machinery, Lowes believes that the conditions are favorable for a strong start next year. He commented, “I believe this opportunity comes at the right time. Together with Bimota, Kawasaki is putting enormous effort into this new project. Using Kawasaki’s almost 40 years of Superbike racing knowledge and success and also my personal experience with various manufacturers, I believe this gives us the best chance to start from the best possible position with the new motorcycle.” Lowes emphasized that he is still improving and competitive in WorldSBK. He expressed his gratitude to KMC, Bimota, and Provec Racing for their confidence in him and stated that he is happy to continue being part of the racing family. While excited about the future, Lowes highlighted that the focus remains on the current season. He said, “We had a nice start to the season with a few race wins, but now our focus is on Misano.”
New Bike Gives Lowes Best Chance Alex Lowes believes the new Yamaha M 1 is the machine to help him fight for World Superbike glory this season. Lowes had an encouraging test at Portimao in Portugal recently and is confident he can challenge for the title in 2023. “With the new bike we have the best chance of starting from the best possible position,” said Lowes. “The bike is working really well and we have a good base setting. We just need to keep working and improving.” Lowes finished eighth in the standings last season but is confident of a significant improvement this year. “I’m really excited for the season to start,” said Lowes. “I know we can do it. We have the bike and the team to do it.”
