What is the easiest sportbike racing to get into?

Question

Where do the World Superbike and MotoGP riders start?

Not drag racing please, real racing, I know Formula One drivers start off racing go-karts, anything like that for sportsbikes like an amateur series?

Answer 1

>I know Formula One drivers start off racing go-karts

So did Rossi before he got into minimotos.

Many successful riders have migrated from teenage motorcross, minimotos.

Organisations like Bemsee have series to promote younger riders, as well as club racing for the enthusiast who doesn't intend to become professional.

http://www.bemsee.co.uk/

There are stock series, one-make series, classic series, series for twins and supermonos all of these might be used as a stepping stone to professional racing.

Answer 2

Yes, there is something like go kart racing for aspiring superbike riders, it's called mini-road racing. There are a bunch of clubs accross the USA, Europe, and the rest of the world.  They use small 50cc to 80cc two stroke bikes, Honda NSR's and Yamaha YSR's, kind of like go karts.  The reason it is so attractive to folks starting out is that the cost of the bikes, and the maintenance, tires, equipments, etc., is so low compared to full size motorcycles.   Another advantage is that the speeds are alot lower, so there is less likelihood of injury to the weekend warriors.  If you want to start racing, without spending alot of money, or risking serious injuries, it is probably the best way to start before you head off to challenge Rossi. ;) I have attached some links for you.

Answer 3

Moto GP and Superbike riders generally start at a young age,riding 125's competitively in their early teens.Then progress up through the different classes to their chosen one.Your never too old to take up racing at club level though.Try a google for race meets or track days in your area.Good luck.