Ford Steveny Superbiker 2025: An Exceptional Weekend in Mettet to Close the Global Season
The Jules Tacheny Circuit once again roared to life this weekend for the Ford Steveny Superbiker 2025, reaffirming its status as the world’s number one supermoto event. Under bright autumn skies, more than 20,000 spectators enjoyed three days of thrilling racing, entertainment, and camaraderie.
Marc-Reiner Schmidt Crowned Once Again with an Eighth Victory
The Ford Steveny Superbiker 2025 delivered world-class racing action, culminating in an explosive grand final on Sunday that brought together sixteen of the best riders from the S1GP World Championship, the Starbikers, and the top qualifiers from the national heats.
A sensational Marc-Reiner Schmidt (TM, Team Undici) claimed victory ahead of Lukas Höllbacher (KTM, Schruf Racing) after an intense battle from start to finish. This marks the eighth win at Mettet for the German rider — extending his own record and securing his well-deserved nickname: “The King of Mettet.” The podium was completed by Steve Bonnal (TM, TSV Factory Team TM Corse), the 2025 French Supermoto Champion.
The Georges Jobé Trophy, awarded to the best Belgian rider in the Superbiker final, went to Tom Rolin, a promising talent from the Belgian Motorcycle Academy and member of the Junior Black Knights Team.
Meanwhile, the FIM Supermoto S1GP World Championship final also lived up to expectations. Already crowned five-time World Champion, Marc-Reiner Schmidt added the Grand Prix of Belgium to his name after a flawless weekend and a perfectly managed season. His closest rivals, Lukas Höllbacher and Steve Bonnal, finished second and third respectively. Once again, Belgium’s Romain Kaivers delivered a solid performance, taking an impressive sixth place in front of his home crowd.
Category Highlights: Starbikers, Juniors, Seniors and Quads
In the Starbikers class — gathering riders from road racing, motocross and other disciplines — victory went to Britain’s Stacey Storm (British Superbike), ahead of young Belgian Tom Rolin (Northern Talent Cup) and fellow Brit Davey Todd, winner at the Isle of Man TT.
The Junior category saw Swiss rider Nathan Terraneo take a dominant win. The 2024 European SM Junior Champion confirmed his potential, ahead of Joshua Chirot (FRA). Belgian Jean Rondeaux, from Rochefort and a student of the Belgian Motorcycle Academy, completed the podium with an outstanding comeback ride to third place.
In Seniors, Britain’s Richard Sharp claimed victory, followed by Belgium’s Fred Fiorentino, the only four-time Superbiker winner in history, and Italy’s Marco Longhin, who rounded out the top three.
The Quad class was once again dominated by Belgian Maxim Cluydts, the undisputed master of the Superquader discipline. His triumph in front of a home crowd added a special touch to this year’s event.
A Popular and Festive Gathering
With over 450 riders on the entry list and record-breaking attendance, the Ford Steveny Superbiker confirmed its status as a truly unique and unmissable event. Fans were treated to a packed programme: speedway demos, kids’ riding sessions, an exhibitor village, food trucks, and entertainment for all ages.
True to its reputation, the event was not limited to racing. Spectators were thrilled by breathtaking stunt shows, and this year’s programme also featured a new dance performance by the Leader Team.
Adding to the festive spirit, Barry Baltus — Moto2 rider with Zelos Black Knights and affiliated with the RUMESM — attended the event to meet fans and share his passion for racing.
As tradition demands, the After Race Festival on Friday and Saturday nights drew huge crowds, confirming once again that the Ford Steveny Superbiker is both a world-class racing event and a true celebration of motorcycle culture.
“All the ingredients came together to make this 38th edition a complete success: a full grid of riders, record attendance, perfect weather and a great atmosphere.
The RUMESM teams and our many volunteers can be proud of an incident-free event, praised by both riders and spectators. I warmly thank them, along with our private and institutional partners, the marshals, federation officials, the municipality of Mettet, local residents, and everyone who contributed to this exceptional edition worthy of the Ford Steveny Superbiker’s reputation,”
said Freddy Tacheny, President of RUMESM (Royal Union Entre Sambre et Meuse), organiser of the Ford Steveny Superbiker.
The Ford Steveny Superbiker: A Global Benchmark in Supermoto
Created in 1987, the Ford Steveny Superbiker of Mettet remains the largest supermoto event in the world, bringing together the international elite and Belgium’s finest riders on a unique mixed track of asphalt and dirt.
A legendary event, a celebration of passion, and an unmissable fixture in the global motorcycle calendar.