Rea gears up for Portimao
Local man Rea has been on the Portimao podium no fewer than seven times in his six-year World Superbike career - the most recent being a third place in race two last season.
He currently sits fourth in the SBK points standings but the 27-year-old East Antrim rider is just 13 points from second position and is determined to re-discover the levels of performance that have taken him and his CBR to three wins in 2014.
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Hide Ad“I’m really excited to be heading to a circuit where I really enjoy riding the CBR and, without doubt, Portimao is one of the most exhilarating tracks on the World Superbike calendar.
“The last few races have thrown up a few problems in managing the electronics on the bike, especially engine braking, so Portimao gives us an opportunity to go back to basics.
“We had a good five-day test there earlier in the year when the team extended our stay there because of early rain. We got a good base setting then so I’m hoping that will be a solid starting point for the weekend.
“I need to be really strong in the next couple of races because they take us to about two-thirds distance on the season and it’s important to carry some confidence and momentum into the final part of the year.”