June 5th, 2025.



The 2025 FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) season continues this weekend with the 8 Hours Spa Motos at Belgium’s legendary Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. Following a strong start to the season with a podium finish in the open competition Formula EWC class at Le Mans, Dunlop arrives at Spa aiming to build on that momentum.

With its challenging fast corners, elevation changes, and famously unpredictable Belgian weather, Spa is a true test for both rider and machine. Strategy and tyre choice will play a crucial role as teams face the unique challenges of this iconic circuit.

Dunlop continues to be the trusted partner for teams across the grid, supporting 6 teams in the Formula EWC class, all 22 teams in the Superstock Trophy and all 6 teams in the new Production Trophy. The Production Trophy welcomes PRD Team CL Racing and Flying Buffs M3 Racing as new entries this weekend, while Moto Ain Racing Team makes the switch from Formula EWC to the championship’s entry-level category.

Every Dunlop-equipped team can choose from a range of KR109 and KR108 slicks, designed to deliver everything from strong one-lap pace to long-distance durability. As Spa’s variable weather can turn dry conditions into wet conditions in an instant, the combination of strong grip and consistent performance is the key to success in challenging conditions. Additionally, this year’s race takes place on a partially resurfaced track, promising improved grip and a smoother ride. A total of 3.5 km of runway and over 600 m of pitlane has been resurfaced, with the new tarmac laid between turn 17 and turn 2 (including the pitlane), turn 4 to turn 8, and turn 14 to turn 15. Riders can expect the best possible conditions to push their limits, while Dunlop’s KR tyres provide the confidence to attack from the first lap.

Dunlop has a strong record at Spa, with teams and riders achieving podium finishes and victories over recent years. In 2024, the #111 Team Aviobike by M2 Revo Aprilia secured the win in the Superstock Trophy class, while Dunlop-supported EWC teams impressed with their late-race pace, showcasing the strength of Dunlop’s tyre technology, despite facing setbacks that kept them out of the fight for the overall victory. This weekend, the Production Trophy will crown its first-ever winner at Spa.

Looking at the standings, privateer #6 ERC Endurance Team (BMW) holds third place in the Formula EWC standings following an impressive return to the series with a podium finish at Le Mans. In the Superstock Trophy, reigning champion #55 National Motos Honda FMA continues to lead the standings, followed by #41 Dafy-Rac Honda and the #36 3ART Best of Bike Yamaha. Meanwhile, in the all-new Production Trophy, the #222 Team Supermoto Racing Yamaha leads the way, ahead of the #199 Artec Kawasaki and the #42 Green Team Lycee Sainte Claire Kawasaki.

Wim Van Achter, Motorsport Manager, Dunlop Motorcycle Europe, commented: “We're supporting 34 teams at this year’s 8 Hours of Spa Motos, spanning Formula EWC, Superstock Trophy and Production Trophy classes. Spa’s combination of technical challenges and unpredictable weather creates the ultimate proving ground for our racing tyres, helping us refine the next generation of the KR range in the process. We wish all the teams and riders the best of luck for this second round of the season.”

On-track action begins at Spa with a two-hour free practice session on Friday the 6th of June, followed by two qualifying sessions. The 8-hour race begins at 12:30 on Saturday the 7th of June.

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