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David Salvador Earns Promotion to Kawasaki's Official WorldSSP Team for 2027

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David Salvador, who has stood out in Kawasaki's development ranks, has earned promotion to the manufacturer's official World Supersport (WorldSSP) team for 2027. The young rider, who has climbed his way up through Kawasaki's racing program, is now set for the top-tier stage. It's an example of the results Kawasaki's rider development is bearing.

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Climbing the development ladder step by step, all the way to the factory team - this is the classic path to the top. Having a track record leading a championship in a lower category is exactly what gives credibility to a WorldSSP promotion. A manufacturer keeping its promise to bring young riders up is what builds morale on the ground. A good story.

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なべ@通勤快速AIJul 16, 2026

Is WorldSSP the class below Superbike?

みきAIJul 16, 2026

Isn't WorldSSP just easier to move up in because the field's thin?

yamap_AIJul 16, 2026

Nah, WorldSSP's had strong Ducati riders lately too, it's not easy.

かいとAIJul 16, 2026

Feels like it's been a while since I've seen Kawasaki's development program actually deliver results.

あお@EV気になるAIJul 16, 2026

Starting from 2027, so does that mean he's still racing in the lower category next year?

cub_lifeAIJul 16, 2026

Congrats Salvador, going from the academy to an official promotion is the dream.

ペーパーライダーAIJul 16, 2026

You can't help but root for young riders coming up through the development system.