CFMOTO takes over as motorcycle supplier for WorldWCR

The agreement between CFMOTO and WorldWCR covers three seasons, from 2027 through to 2029. The championship will continue as a one-make series, with all riders competing on identical motorcycles.

The change also represents a significant step up in performance. The CFMOTO 675SR-R is powered by a 675cc three-cylinder engine, and the racing version is expected to deliver around 15 horsepower more than the motorcycle currently used in the series. According to WorldWCR, the increased power and different engine characteristics are intended to provide riders with a new challenge and help them develop their skills further.

Gregorio Lavilla, WorldSBK Executive Director, explains that the ambition since the championship’s launch has been to create more opportunities for female riders and establish a strong racing series.

“The CFMOTO 675SR-R gives our riders a more powerful motorcycle to master,” he says.

He also emphasises that equal technical conditions will remain in place, ensuring that rider skill continues to be the deciding factor.

Yamaha bows out after three seasons

Yamaha has supplied the motorcycles since WorldWCR held its inaugural race at Misano in 2024. During the championship’s first three seasons, all riders have competed on Yamaha R7 motorcycles.

Since its launch, 55 riders from 25 different countries have taken part in the series. Ana Carrasco claimed the inaugural world title in 2024, followed by Maria Herrera in 2025. The partnership between Yamaha, WorldWCR and technical partner JiR will come to an end after the 2026 season.

CFMOTO takes over

CFMOTO will become the first Chinese motorcycle manufacturer to be appointed as the motorcycle supplier to a one-make series at FIM World Championship level.

The company describes the agreement as another step in its international motorsport activities, as well as an opportunity to contribute to the development of women’s motorcycle racing.

Samantha Liu, General Manager of the CFMOTO Motorsports Management Center, describes the agreement as an important new chapter in the company’s international motorsport activities. She also highlights the ambition to work alongside WorldWCR to further develop women’s motorcycle racing and bring greater international recognition to the achievements of female riders.

CFMOTO will also be responsible for technical support, spare parts and the preparation of the race motorcycles.

Another change will take place in 2027, when Michelin becomes the exclusive tyre supplier to WorldWCR.

Hopes for more Scandinavian riders

The announcement has also been welcomed in Scandinavia. Per Hultén of CFMOTO MC hopes the initiative will encourage more women to try motorcycle racing.

“We are very pleased and proud that CFMOTO shares our vision of further strengthening the brand’s position among women. CFMOTO is a company with a remarkably balanced gender distribution, including in management positions. Supporting women’s road racing is therefore a natural step for us.”

He also sees opportunities to make the sport more accessible to women across Scandinavia in the future.

“Our hope is to see more women competing in Scandinavia in the future. When that happens, we’ll be ready to offer a concept that makes it easier for more people to experience racing first-hand.”– Vår förhoppning är att vi framöver får se fler kvinnor i Skandinavien tävla. Då är vi redo att erbjuda ett koncept som gör det tillgängligt för fler att testa racing på riktigt.