Dunlop EWC Press Pack - Bol d'Or

This weekend, Dunlop Motorcycle Europe will support teams and riders fighting for championship glory in the final race of the 2026 FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) season: the 89th edition of the Bol d’Or.

Dunlop will support a total of 43 teams at Circuit Paul Ricard, including all 24 Superstock and 13 Production Trophy teams as the exclusive tire supplier for those categories. Within the Production Trophy, five different manufacturers will battle it out to be crowned the category’s second-ever champion. A further six privateer teams have chosen Dunlop tires in the open-tire Formula EWC category, including the No. 6 ERC Endurance Team, which has already demonstrated strong performance at the Bol d’Or test by setting a best lap time of 1:52.173.

Circuit Paul Ricard once again hosts the final race of the FIM EWC season, with teams facing the challenge of a 24-hour race that combines tight, technical turns with high-speed sections, including the 1.8-kilometer Mistral Straight, as well as the demands of day-to-night racing. The Bol d’Or is known for its unpredictable weather, which could put both dry and wet allocations of the KR range to the test.

To help teams perform at their best, Dunlop will supply its proven KR108 and KR109 slicks, while all teams also benefit from the latest generation medium specification front tire, with the development name G2_01 VAL3, which was validated with EWC teams in 2025 to further enhance durability and performance. The full range is designed to deliver both single-lap pace and durability for multiple stints, while a selection of intermediate and wet weather tires will be available to ensure grip in all conditions.

“We’re excited to return to Circuit Paul Ricard for the season finale, where both the Superstock and Production Trophy champions will be crowned,” said David Auerbacher, International Motorcycle Race Event Leader, Dunlop Motorcycle Europe.

“It’s been another strong season for Dunlop across all categories, as we celebrate five years as the exclusive tire supplier to the Superstock Trophy and two years supporting the Production Trophy. Both categories have continued to grow and develop, while leading privateer teams also continue to choose Dunlop as they fight for wins and podiums in the Formula EWC class. We’re looking forward to an exciting season finale and are proud to support all the teams and riders as they battle for championship success at the biggest race of the EWC calendar.”

Please click on the link in the Downloads section to access the Dunlop press pack for this weekend's Bol d’Or.