Moscow Raceway FIM
Moscow Raceway FIM Notes:
The Moscow Raceway is an FIA Grade 1 circuit designed by the famous Formula 1 track architect Hermann Tilke as Moscow's number one racing facility and opened in 2012 in Volokolamsk, at an hour and a half road trip west from Moscow, Russia. The venue has not received the chance to host the Russian Grand Prix yet, but it regularly hosts high-profile events such as the Russian Circuit Racing Series, or the Russian Race for the World Touring Car Championship, to mention only two. The cold and snowy Russian winter means special preparations need to take place to race in Moscow from October to April.
There are two different configurations for racing on the Moscow Raceway, both counterclockwise-oriented and starting from the easternmost straight segment of the track. The FIM variation is the layout of choice when hosting motorcycling competitions because of its long back straight with no chicane. The GP10 variation includes that chicane on the back straight but eliminates turn eight to even out the technical difficulties of both layouts. The Moscow Raceway is a state-of-the-art race track in all of its configurations and will be a world-class venue for the Russian Grand Prix when the opportunity comes in the future.
FIM Notes:
The FIM configuration at Moscow Raceway delivers a motorcycle racing optimized layout meeting FIM (Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme) standards at this Russian facility northwest of Moscow. The FIM designation indicates specific corner geometry, runoff areas, and safety infrastructure suited for international motorcycle competition requirements. This variant serves when major motorcycle championships or events requiring FIM certification utilize Moscow Raceway's road course facilities.
Operating the FIM configuration showcases Moscow Raceway's versatility in serving both automotive and motorcycle racing at championship level. The motorcycle-specific layout reflects different safety requirements and line selection compared to car racing variants, with corner geometry optimized for two-wheel dynamics. Russian continental climate creates limited racing seasons with operations primarily May through September. The FIM configuration positions Moscow Raceway as Russia's premier facility capable of hosting international motorcycle competition alongside its automotive championship role, serving diverse motorsport disciplines at the nation's flagship permanent road course venue.
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