Glenn Allerton
Glenn Allerton, born on January 29, 1981 in Wilton, New South Wales (Australia), is an experienced Australian motorcycle racer with an impressive career in the Superbike and Endurance scenes. Known by the nickname “GA” and with race number 14, he made his debut in the mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship (ASBK) in 2005. Allerton is considered one of the most successful Australian Superbike riders and has a close connection to BMW Motorrad Motorsport, for which he competed for many years. His great role model is former MotoGP World Champion Mick Doohan. Off the racetrack, Allerton trains intensively with motocross, mountain biking, and gym sessions to stay in top shape. He describes himself as someone who “gets faster with age.” For the 2025 season, he will switch to Ducati and ride the Panigale V4 R for the Superbike Advocates Racing team. Allerton is active on social media (Instagram: @glenn_allerton, Facebook: AllertonRacing) and is supported by sponsors such as Pirelli, Motul and Arai.
His entry into professional racing quickly led him to success in the ASBK, where he established himself as a tough and consistent rider. He expanded his career internationally with appearances in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WSBK) and the FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC). Despite setbacks such as technical problems and injuries, Allerton remains a pioneer for brands like BMW in Australia – he achieved the first ASBK victory for the BMW S 1000 RR in 2011. As of 2025, he has celebrated over 27 race wins in the ASBK and remains competitive.
Important racing successes
Allerton’s career is marked by national titles and international highlights. Here is an overview of his most significant achievements (not exhaustive, as he has competed in hundreds of races; focus on championships and milestones):
| Year | Championship / Event | Success | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | ASBK Superbike | debut | Entry into the Australian elite class. |
| 2008 | ASBK Superbike | Champion | First national title. |
| 2011 | ASBK Superbike | Champion | Second title; first victory for BMW S 1000 RR in the ASBK (Phillip Island, Race 1). |
| 2013 | FIM Superbike World Championship (WSBK) | participation | 12 laps for BMW Motorrad Italia; several top-10 finishes, including a pole position and a best race result of P5. |
| 2014 | ASBK Superbike | Champion | Third title; crowning a dominant season with multiple victories. |
| 2014 | FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) – 24 Hours of Le Mans | Open Class Winner | EWC debut; team podium (7th place overall). |
| 2016 | ASBK Superbike | Several podiums | Last race win before a long break in the premier class. |
| 2021–2024 | ASBK Superbike | Consistent top rankings | Regular podium finishes with BMW; 2024: Strong performance until the finale at The Bend. |
| 2025 | ASBK Superbike | Race wins & top 3 | Victory at Queensland Raceway (his 27th ASBK victory and 8th at this track); further top-3 finishes, including P3 at Queensland Raceway; strong debut with Ducati (P4 in Race 1, Phillip Island). |
Notes on the achievements:
- ASBK overall: Three championships (2008, 2011, 2014) make Allerton one of the most successful drivers in the series. He has achieved over 27 race wins and is known for his strength at tracks like Phillip Island and Queensland Raceway.
- WSBK: His 2013 international WSBK season was a highlight, competing as a wildcard for BMW and establishing the brand among tough competition. He completed 33 races (over multiple rounds) with four poles and solid results that placed him high in the Drivers’ Championship.
- Allerton has also enjoyed success in other series such as the Australian 1000cc Production Championship, but the focus has always been on Superbike.
Time and successes with Team Penz13
Glenn Allerton’s stint with the Austrian BMW team Penz13.com was brief but high-profile, marking his debut in the demanding world of motorcycle endurance. He joined the team in 2014, which had already won the 2012 FIM Superstock Endurance World Cup. Allerton supplemented the lineup with experienced riders such as Sylvain Barrier and Jason O’Halloran.
- 2014: FIM Endurance World Championship – 24 Hours of Le Mans This was Allerton’s EWC debut and the culmination of his collaboration with Penz13. The team competed in the Open class on a BMW S 1000 RR and dominated the qualifying sessions in the wet (fastest practical time). In the 24-hour race, they finished 7th overall and won the Open class . Allerton shared stints with Barrier and O’Halloran, and the team led the field at times. This win was a milestone for BMW in the EWC and cemented Allerton’s reputation as an endurance rider. There were no further events together; Allerton’s focus thereafter returned to the ASBK.
The partnership with Penz13 underscored Allerton’s versatility—from sprint races to endurance races—and contributed to his reputation as a “BMW Legend” in Australia. Until 2025, Le Mans 2014 remains his greatest endurance victory.