Garrett Gerloff found 'a good base' at the Portimao WorldSBK Test

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"We have a good base to take to Australia and I hope we can have a positive test there before race weekend."

After mixed conditions at the two European tests, Garrett Gerloff heads to Australia with a surprisingly positive mindset.

The American rider showed impressive speed at Jerez and Portimao during preseason. However, the tests were cut short due to the adverse weather conditions.

Despite a switch from BMW to Kawasaki for the 2025 World Superbike season, Gerloff has already found a 'good base' with his ZX-10RR.

"It was a positive test at Portimao," said Gerloff.

"Although the conditions were not perfect we still had a good test and we were able to confirm some things, which is nice.

"I think, in general, we have a good base to take to Australia and I hope we can have a positive test there before race weekend. I am really happy with the bike, the team and I cannot wait to keep going in Australia."

Team principal Manuel Puccetti added: "Even though we were only able to ride for two days between Jerez and Portimao, we are very happy with how our tests went.

"Gerloff was able to ride many laps and was always very fast, confirming the validity of the work done by our technicians who found excellent set-ups for our Ninja ZX-10RR.

"We are ready for the Phillip Island tests and the first round in Australia – but not before having presented our team in Reggio Emilia and then in Japan."

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