Circuit Knockhill — Roulage moto piste 🇬🇧
by Dunfermline, KY12 Fife, Royaume-Unis
No upcoming track day for this circuit.
About Knockhill
Motorcycle track day at the Knockhill circuit
The Knockhill circuit, nestled in Scotland near Dunfermline, is a mecca of British motorsport. Founded in 1974 by Tom Kinnaird on a former farm, it quickly established itself as the national center for motorsports in Scotland. Since the 1980s, Knockhill has undergone constant development, hosting major British championships such as the British Superbike Championship (BSB) and the BTCC, as well as numerous motorcycle track days. Its particularity? It is one of the few circuits in the world approved to ride in both directions, offering a unique experience with each session. The atmosphere is electric, with passionate fans and a spacious paddock promoting Scottish conviviality. Its proximity to Edinburgh and Glasgow makes it an accessible destination for total immersion in the world of motorcycle sport.
Knockhill track characteristics
The Knockhill circuit is a technical challenge of 2.09 km, characterized by its undulating layout and its 60 meters of elevation change. The track, 10 meters wide, winds through 9 turns, including the famous Duffus Dip, a tight hairpin that tests late braking and acceleration capacity. The surface is asphalt. It is important to note that the Knockhill circuit is one of the few in the world that can be used in both directions. The maximum speed is not available at the moment, but the circuit is known for its short straights that promote overtaking.
Riding tips:
- Duffus Dip: Brake late, but don't turn too early to maintain exit speed and shift gears up to 5th.
- Climbs after the drops: Attack the climbs keeping the bike stable despite the bumps.
- Fast banked turns: Be careful and follow a mid-apex trajectory at the hairpin.
The preferred attack zones are the exit of the hairpin and the short straights, ideal for testing the limits of your machine.
Upcoming track days at Knockhill
Currently, no motorcycle track day is scheduled on the Knockhill circuit. We invite you to regularly consult PlanTrackDay so you don't miss any opportunity to ride at Knockhill on this exceptional track.
Why ride at Knockhill?
To ride at Knockhill is to compete on a technical and demanding track that will test your riding skills. Its significant elevation changes and varied turns offer a unique experience, far from more conventional circuits. The friendly and passionate atmosphere that prevails on the circuit, combined with its accessibility from major Scottish cities, makes it a destination of choice for motorcycle enthusiasts. In addition, the fact that it is possible to ride in both directions adds an extra dimension to the experience. Consider a track day booking to ride at Knockhill.
Information
- Length
- 2.1 km
- Turns
- 8
- Country
- Royaume-Unis
- Direction
- Both
- Surface
- Asphalt
- Opened
- 1974
- Elevation change
- 60 m
- Track width
- 10 m
- Events
- British Superbike Championship (BSB), track days moto, roulages moto, BTCC
Recommended tire pressures for Knockhill
Find the manufacturer recommended tire pressures for riding at Knockhill. Indicative values to adapt to conditions.
Bridgestone tire pressures for Knockhill
| Model | Type | Cold | Warmers | Hot | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | R | F | R | F | R | ||
| Battlax Hypersport S22 | Sport Route | 2.10 | 1.80 | — | — | — | — |
| Battlax Hypersport S23 | Sport Route | 2.10 | 1.80 | — | — | 2.40 | 2.40 |
| Battlax Racing R10 | Track Day | 2.00 | 1.50 | 2.10 | 1.70 | 2.20 | 1.80 |
| Battlax Racing R11 | Track Day | 2.10 | 1.60 | — | — | — | — |
| Battlax RS10 | Track Day | 1.90 | 1.80 | 2.10 | 2.00 | — | — |
| Battlax V01 | Slick | 1.90 | 1.60 | 2.10 | 1.40 | 2.20 | 1.50 |
| Battlax V02 | Slick | 2.10 | 1.30 | 2.20 | 1.45 | 2.30 | 1.55 |
| Battlax W01 | Rain | 2.20 | 2.20 | — | — | — | — |
Data from the manufacturer website. Indicative values to be adjusted according to conditions. — Source : Bridgestone Track Day Chart 2024
Continental tire pressures for Knockhill
| Model | Type | Cold | Warmers | Hot | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | R | F | R | F | R | ||
| ContiRaceAttack 2 Street | Sport Route | 2.10 | 1.80 | — | — | — | — |
| ContiRaceAttack Endurance | Slick | 2.10 | 1.40 | 2.20 | 1.60 | 2.30 | 1.70 |
| ContiRaceAttack Medium | Slick | 2.10 | 1.30 | 2.20 | 1.60 | 2.30 | 1.70 |
| ContiRaceAttack Soft | Slick | 2.10 | 1.30 | 2.20 | 1.60 | 2.30 | 1.70 |
| ContiTrack | Track Day | 2.10 | 1.40 | 2.20 | 1.50 | 2.30 | 1.60 |
Data from the manufacturer website. Indicative values to be adjusted according to conditions. — Source : Continental Racing Tires Flyer 2025
Dunlop tire pressures for Knockhill
| Model | Type | Cold | Warmers | Hot | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | R | F | R | F | R | ||
| D212 GP Pro | Slick | 2.10 | 1.05 | 2.35 | 1.25 | 2.55 | 1.45 |
| D212 GP Racer | Track Day | 2.00 | 1.10 | 2.10 | 1.20 | 2.20 | 1.40 |
| KR 106/108 | Slick | 2.10 | 1.05 | 2.35 | 1.25 | 2.55 | 1.45 |
| SportSmart TT | Sport Route | 2.00 | 1.70 | — | — | — | — |
Data from the manufacturer website. Indicative values to be adjusted according to conditions. — Source : Dunlop officiel
Metzeler tire pressures for Knockhill
| Model | Type | Cold | Warmers | Hot | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | R | F | R | F | R | ||
| Racetec RR | Track Day | 2.10 | 1.60 | 2.20 | 1.70 | 2.30 | 1.80 |
| Racetec RR Slick | Slick | 2.20 | 1.60 | 2.30 | 1.70 | 2.40 | 1.80 |
| Racetec TD | Track Day | 2.10 | 1.50 | 2.30 | 1.70 | — | — |
| Sportec Interact | Sport Route | 2.00 | 1.60 | 2.10 | 1.70 | 2.20 | 1.80 |
| Sportec M7 RR | Sport Route | 2.10 | 1.60 | 2.20 | 1.70 | 2.30 | 1.80 |
Data from the manufacturer website. Indicative values to be adjusted according to conditions. — Source : Metzeler flyer pressions
Michelin tire pressures for Knockhill
| Model | Type | Cold | Warmers | Hot | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | R | F | R | F | R | ||
| Power 6 | Sport Route | 2.10 | 1.90 | — | — | — | — |
| Power Cup 2 | Track Day | 2.10 | 1.50 | 2.40 | 1.70 | 2.40 | 1.70 |
| Power Cup EVO | Track Day | 2.10 | 1.50 | 2.30 | 1.70 | 2.40 | 1.70 |
| Power GP | Sport Route | 2.10 | 1.90 | — | — | 2.40 | 2.30 |
| Power GP2 | Sport Route | 2.10 | 1.90 | — | — | 2.40 | 2.30 |
| Power Performance Cup | Track Day | 2.10 | 1.30 | — | — | 2.40 | 1.70 |
| Power Rain | Rain | 2.30 | 1.80 | — | — | — | — |
| Power Slick 2 | Slick | 2.10 | 1.50 | 2.40 | 1.70 | — | — |
| Power Slick EVO | Slick | 2.10 | 1.30 | 2.30 | 1.70 | 2.40 | 1.80 |
| Power Supermoto Slick | Supermoto | 1.80 | 1.60 | — | — | 2.00 | 1.90 |
Data from the manufacturer website. Indicative values to be adjusted according to conditions. — Source : Michelin officiel
Pirelli tire pressures for Knockhill
| Model | Type | Cold | Warmers | Hot | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | R | F | R | F | R | ||
| Diablo Rain | Rain | 2.10 | 1.70 | 2.30 | 1.90 | — | — |
| Diablo Rosso IV Corsa | Sport Route | 2.10 | 1.80 | — | — | — | — |
| Diablo Superbike Pro | Slick | 2.10 | 1.60 | 2.20 | 1.80 | 2.30 | 1.80 |
| Diablo Superbike SC | Slick | 2.10 | 1.70 | 2.20 | 1.90 | 2.30 | 1.90 |
| Diablo Supercorsa SC V3 | Track Day | 2.00 | 1.60 | 2.10 | 1.70 | 2.30 | 1.90 |
| Diablo Supercorsa SC V4 | Track Day | 2.00 | 1.60 | 2.10 | 1.70 | 2.30 | 1.90 |
| Diablo Supercorsa SP V4 | Sport Route | 2.00 | 1.70 | — | — | 2.30 | 2.10 |
| Diablo Wet | Rain | 2.20 | 2.00 | 2.40 | 2.00 | — | — |
Data from the manufacturer website. Indicative values to be adjusted according to conditions. — Source : Pirelli TDB