The prospect of WSBK adopting a Moto2/Moto3-style minimum weight requirement that effectively levels the playing field between heavier and lighter riders was a major talking point throughout the 2022 season, which was won by Ducati rider Alvaro Bautista.
BMW's Scott Redding triggered the debate by declaring at Donington Park in July that Bautista's success against title rivals Jonathan Rea and Toprak Razgatlioglu was down to the Spaniard being among the smallest riders in the paddock.
