Portimao, Portugal – March 29, 2026 – The 2026 World Supersport Championship Round 2 at Portimao has concluded successfully. Valentin Debise of ZXMOTO Factory Evan Bros Racing took both Race 1 and Race 2 victories, scoring a spectacular back-to-back double win—the first in ZXMOTO’s WSBK history—solidifying the supreme track performance and reliability of the ZXMOTO 820RR model family.
Riding the ZXMOTO 820RR racing version, Debise started from pole position and mastered changeable wind conditions and intense group battles. He retook the lead twice and secured wins with a gap of over 0.7 seconds, claiming his 4th career World Supersport victory. Teammate Federico Caricasulo finished Race 2 in 16th despite setup and physical challenges, adding valuable points for the team.
Debise now sits 3rd in the riders’ standings with 50 points; ZXMOTO is 3rd in manufacturers’ standings, and the team ranks 4th. The squad will head to Assen, Netherlands, for Round 3 from April 17 to 19.
The title-winning 820RR-RS is a fully optimized racing variant derived from the production flagship ZXMOTO 820RR, sharing the same core technologies:
Tri-Cylinder Powerhouse: 819cc inline-three water-cooled engine; 153.6HP max output, 85N·m torque, 15250rpm redline, delivering strong low‑end pull and sustained high‑rev power for consistent corner exit performance.
Ultra-Lightweight Chassis: Full aluminum twin-spar frame, magnesium alloy parts, and carbon fiber components bring dry weight down to 182kg, delivering exceptional power-to-weight ratio, precise turning, and high-speed stability.
Racing-Grade Dynamics & Electronics: Fully adjustable suspension, Brembo radial calipers, Pirelli slicks, 6-axis IMU, cornering ABS, and multi-level TCS ensure precise control even at full lean angles.
Race-Proven Production Roots: The standard 820RR produces 135HP, 0–100 km/h in 2.81s, top speed 280km/h; high-spec versions hit 299km/h. A complete tech chain from production bike to race winner is fully validated.
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Team Principal Fabio Evangelista: “Two wins are beyond our wildest expectations. Valentin was exceptional, and the consistent, fierce performance of the 820RR was the foundation of our success. This is a triumph for ZXMOTO’s engineering.”
Valentin Debise: “The bike was competitive in every situation. The 820RR’s power, handling and reliability allowed me to fight for the win. It’s my first double victory, and I’m incredibly proud of ZXMOTO.”
From lab to WSBK podium, ZXMOTO uses the 820RR to prove the performance of Chinese high-performance motorcycles. The brand will keep feeding race tech into production models, bringing ultimate riding experiences to enthusiasts worldwide.
