Join the 2026 ESR Championship
Take it to the next level. The European Series Road Racing (ESR) is an independent SBK championship designed for riders who live for precision, speed, and clean competition on production-based superbikes.
The 2026 Season at a Glance
The championship is contested over six high-octane events across the Netherlands, Ireland, Belgium, Finland, and the Czech Republic.
- Elite Competition: Only the top 15 permanent riders score championship points.
- Serious Rewards: Prize money for the top 20 finishers, with €3500 for a championship win.
- Professional Support: Access to dedicated rider service support for tires and technical help.
Entry requirements for Season Riders
To secure your spot for the full 2026 season, you must:
- Hold a valid 2026 competition license issued by FMB-BMB, ACCR or SML.
- Be born after 01 January 1961.
- Pay the full season fee of 2200 euro.
- Full refunds are available until 31 March 2026; after this date, no refunds are possible.
Your entry is only final once you receive written confirmation from ESR management.
If 2026 is your first season in road racing, we require proof of your experience to ensure safety and competitive standards. Send your official race results from the 2023, 2024, and 2025 seasons to info@esroadracing.com for review.
All other requirements for Season Riders
License
You must hold a valid 2026 competition license issued by one of these federations:
- FMB-BMB, Belgium
- ACCR, Czech Republic
- SML, Finland
Licenses from other federations are accepted only if they explicitly allow participation in the ESR SBK category.
Motorcycle
Allowed bikes
Superbike class only, including BMW M(S)1000RR, Yamaha R1(M), Kawasaki ZX10R(R), Honda CBR1000RR, Ducati Panigale V4(S/R), Suzuki GSXR1000, Aprilia RSV4 and similar models.
Mandatory requirements
- Explosafe inside the fuel tank
- Rain light powered by the bike battery
- Chain protector
- Water only in radiator
- Oil filter must be OEM, not aftermarket
- External oil-related bolts and parts must be safety wired
- Cameras allowed, no helmet cameras
- Mobile phones on the bike are not allowed
Spare bike
A spare bike is allowed but not permitted in pitlane.
No restrictions on
Engine, ECU, power/RPM, brakes, suspension, swingarm, subframe, exhaust, wheels, fairings and most electronic components within the general rules.
Rider equipment
Protective gear
- One-piece leather suit
- Airbag system mandatory
- Helmet with ECE22-06 or JIS (Arai) certification
- Leather gloves
At technical control
Your bike and full gear must be presented and approved before the event starts.
ESR Rider Service Support by Brian Moore
ESR Rider Service Support
- Motorcycle spare parts
- Tires and full tire service
- General technical support
- Tools (spanners and other equipment if needed)
This means you no longer need to bring your own tires and heavy tire machines to the races.
- All motorcycle brands
- Suspension systems
- Race setup and technical support
He can help you out at the races if you are in need of an extra mechanic or extra help on the grid.
- If successful, Brian will support ESR at most other events this season.
- Rider participation and feedback will determine whether this service will continue for the rest of the season!
Regulations & documents
All competition rules are available as downloadable documents. They cover everything you must know before entering the championship, including:
- Race formats and schedules
- Qualification criteria
- Championship structure
- Rider obligations and conduct
- Technical requirements
