The ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team have announced Danilo Petrucci's arrival for the 2026 season.
Danilo Petrucci and the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team will join forces for the 2026 World Superbike Championship.
After three years with Barni Spark Racing, the Italian has moved to the German manufacturer to compete for a factory team.
The three-time World Superbike race winner will have big boots to fill as he comes in to replace the departing Toprak Razgatlioglu.
"I’m really happy to join BMW Motorrad Motorsport for the next season in World Superbikes and proud that I will ride the bike that currently bears the number one," Petrucci said.
"It was my target to ride a factory bike because I really want to fight for the World Championship title. So I think that this is the step that I needed to get in the position to achieve that goal. I can’t wait to join the team and I want to thank everyone at BMW and all those people at home who support me.
"I also want to thank the Barni Spark Racing Team for these three years in World Superbikes and that they enabled me to get into a factory team, which has been my target."
Sven Blusch, Head of BMW Motorrad Motorsport, added: "We are very pleased to welcome Danilo Petrucci to our BMW Motorrad Motorsport family in 2026. We are confident that we can continue our success story in WorldSBK with Danilo.
"His move to BMW Motorrad Motorsport is more than just a new contract – it is a recognition of his hard work throughout his career. Danilo has more than earned his place as a factory rider, and we are convinced that his passion and skill will help lead our team into the future.
"His impressive career across various motorsport disciplines is a testament to his talent and ability to perform under the most demanding conditions. Danilo has not only excelled on the track but has also won the hearts of fans with his unique character and authenticity. He’s a true fighter who never gives up, and his positive attitude inspires not only his team but everyone who follows him.
"We look forward to the challenges and successes ahead, and we are proud to soon have Petrux as a member of our BMW Motorrad Motorsport family."
