Transforming Honda and Yamaha’s MotoGP fortunes won’t happen overnight. Yamaha and Honda presently enjoy various technical advantages over their European MotoGP counterparts, thanks to this year’s revised concession system. However, Aleix Espargaro, who experienced the previous concession system with Aprilia, cautions against seeing these perks—including private testing with race riders and exemption from the in-season…
“Crashing out from the back of the grid might seem absurd, but unfortunately, that’s the situation they find themselves in.” Honda has been advised to prioritize bike development throughout race weekends for the remainder of this season. The Japanese manufacturer currently finds itself trailing at the back of the MotoGP grid and has been urged…
In addition to Dani Pedrosa, Stefan Bradl will also make a wildcard appearance in the upcoming MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix for Honda. As it’s customary, the Jerez circuit hosts a test day following the Grand Prix, making this round an opportune moment for test riders to participate as wildcards. Stefan Bradl, serving as a test…
Quartararo explain “Marquez’s move from Honda to Ducati stirred a wake-up call among many at Yamaha.” Fabio Quartararo believes that Yamaha was jolted into action upon witnessing Marc Marquez’s departure from Honda. Marquez, a six-time MotoGP champion with Honda, opted to join Gresini Ducati this season in pursuit of a faster bike. Quartararo, the 2021…
The MotoGP Portuguese Grand Prix proved to be a challenging endeavor for Johann Zarco, as he found himself finishing no higher than 15th place in the main race. Despite this setback, the LCR Honda rider remains steadfast in his trust in the ongoing efforts of the Honda team, drawing upon the lessons learned from the…
After starting the MotoGP season with a 12th place in the Portuguese Grand Prix, Johann Zarco is now eagerly anticipating the upcoming race in Portugal. He aims to compete for a top-ten finish and secure a spot within the top twelve during qualifying. The LCR Honda rider, filled with anticipation for the upcoming Portuguese race,…
Luca Marini Granted Two Testing Opportunities Due to Concessions After Qatar MotoGP. Luca Marini has undergone two testing sessions at Jerez since the Qatar MotoGP to familiarize himself with his new Honda. Heading into this weekend’s Portuguese MotoGP at Portimao, Marini arrives with additional practice thanks to the new concessions rules. Under these regulations, allowing…
Joan Mir expresses optimism for Portugal: “I believe we can achieve more there. It’s a circuit I relish, and I see greater potential for us.” Joan Mir, outside the top ten in Qatar, heads confidently to round two of the 2024 MotoGP season at Portimao, aiming for a stronger performance. The former Suzuki world champion,…
Johann Zarco of LCR mentions that Honda is reaping rewards by avoiding a single-rider-centric approach to developing its MotoGP bike, a departure from the previous focus on Marc Marquez within the team. The RC213V Honda, which debuted in 2012, underwent gradual transformations to align with the needs of Marc Marquez, who burst onto the scene…
Marc Marquez and Alex Marquez provide insight into their partnership dynamics ahead of the 2024 MotoGP season. Marc Marquez found himself in an uncomfortable spot when posed with a tricky question in front of his brother, Alex Marquez, as they gear up for the 2024 MotoGP season as teammates. When asked if he would attempt…
