Ten Kate Honda's Jonathan Rea will make his World Superbike debut at Portimao this weekend while Ryuichi Kiyonari returns to action after successful surgery on his collarbone.

The 21-year-old Irishman will get his first run out on the Fireblade during Friday's free practice session as Kenan Sofuoglu's returns to the Supersport side of the garage.

“It’s going to be quite different from riding the supersport bike and I’m really, really happy to get this chance, although I’m sad not to be able to finish off the year with my supersport crew," said Rea.

"They’ve been brilliant all season and I really wanted to win the title for them. If everything clicks and I can ride to my potential, there’s no reason why I shouldn’t be near the front. Portimao is new to everyone, but everyone has also had all season to get their bikes working how they want, so I know how hard it’s going to be.

"The first session on Friday will be just getting comfortable on the bike so I don’t expect anything spectacular then. But I’ll be aiming for Superpole and looking to score points in both races.”