World Supersport runner-up Jules Cluzel has signed to partner Leon Camier in the Fixi Suzuki World Superbike team next season.

The Frenchman bagged four wins on his way to eight podiums in the middleweight class and says the move to the big class a bug step but one he is not afraid of.

“I am really excited to be joining the Fixi Crescent Suzuki team. It is a big step in my career, but one that I am very happy to take. When I was given the option to work with Suzuki in World Superbikes, I did not need to think about it twice and I just said a big “Yes!” straight away," he said.

"I am really motivated by the whole project and I know that this is what I want. I will make sure I’m totally ready for the first race and plan to learn not only quickly, but also intelligently. I cannot wait to start work and I am also really pleased to be working with an English team. I now just want to get on the bike and see how it goes, do my best and challenge for some good results.”