MotoGP 2026

[Reckless]

OK so first shakedown for the 2026 season.

Yamaha V4 testing started, is the biggest story to date.
Toprak also now on the new Yamaha V4. I see he has front end feeling "they said he would have to get used to" if he risks a Toprak stoppie in the pits :)

No MM til next year

Test FP1 results FP2 not up yet.
Bulega is doing OK


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Here are some Vids
Toprak
https://www.motogp.com/en/videos/2025/11/18/first-look-razgatlioglu-hits-the-track-for-official-motogp-debut/822120?playlistId=425969

Note the riding style difference, way more on the bike than what we now see as normal in MotoGP. Interesting to see how this changes over the year!!

Fabio feedback on the V4
https://www.motogp.com/en/videos/2025/11/18/first-thoughts-from-yamahas-v4-roll-out-at-valencia-test/822122?playlistId=425969?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20251118-motogp-nl-single-content-traffic-valenciatest-nl1en&utm_content=FR_YamahaV4&sfmc_c=0037R00002tqGIBQA2

New riders, New bikes, Lets see if anyone can Challenge MM in 2026 !!!!

[iYRe]

They say TopCat muscles the machine around a bit more than the others, seems more in control

[sugilite]

Roll on 26! Subscribed to this thread. :yes:

I reckon Marc is still going to be the one to beat assuming Ducati don't produce a GP26FU edition. ©️Honda
J Martin could be a threat if he can stop crashing motorcycles on and off the track.
Fabio Q definitely has the skills to threaten Marc, but only if Yamaha can give him the bike to be able to do it.
Bez and possibly even Raul could grow into Alien status - maybe, granted a big maybe.

When is the first race? lol

[Reckless]

When is the first race? lol

To far away I mean they are professionals why do they need a break :rolleyes::devil2:

TopCat is doing what Topcat does, pretty good feedback from his team.
https://www.crash.net/motogp/news/1087013/1/pramac-details-biggest-surprise-toprak-razgatlioglus-public-motogp-debut

Some good articles on crash generally NOT clickbait.

Stumbled across this as well

Why is Toprak Razgatlioglu called ‘El Turco’?
Toprak Razgatlioglu is sometimes referred to as ‘El Turco’ because that translates to ‘The Turk’ in Spanish. The nickname was given to him in his early days of WorldSBK as a way to acknowledge his Turkish nationality.

[iYRe]

This is on the Farcebook, but it was an interesting thing. The Marquez brothers having a meal with their Grandad and he's telling Marc its time to give up (pre surgery I thnk):

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1AD9Yog4JE/
Its interesting to see the relationships...and the emotion...

[iYRe]

Pedro Acosta v 5 Rookies.. this was pretty hard case:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEc0URQrTGo

[sugilite]

Cheers for that iYRe!
Pedro is full of talent, he appeared to be pulling his punches with that rookie....
Acosta is deeply gifted. He is a little like Miller, just in the sense he never seems to have enough tyre left near the end of the race to fight for a win. I do wonder if Pedros tighter lines than the other riders put a heavier load on the edge of the rear tyre ultimately leaving him without enough side grip to take the checkers first? Would like to see what he can do on a Duke or an Aprillia :yes: Be interesting to see if it was that holding him back, or the KTM, or both because that is the only way he can ride the KTM to stay at the pointy end as often as he does.

[iYRe]

Cheers for that iYRe!
Pedro is full of talent, he appeared to be pulling his punches with that rookie....
Acosta is deeply gifted. He is a little like Miller, just in the sense he never seems to have enough tyre left near the end of the race to fight for a win. I do wonder if Pedros tighter lines than the other riders put a heavier load on the edge of the rear tyre ultimately leaving him without enough side grip to take the checkers first? Would like to see what he can do on a Duke or an Aprillia :yes: Be interesting to see if it was that holding him back, or the KTM, or both because that is the only way he can ride the KTM to stay at the pointy end as often as he does.

Yeah if he wasnt so pouty lookin i'd like him.. definitely a talent, they keep sayin he'll be the next MM
He did seem to be able to overtake that rookie at will - was a sign of maybe some maturity, or at least grace, that he let the guy win

[sugilite]

Yeah if he wasnt so pouty lookin i'd like him.. definitely a talent, they keep sayin he'll be the next MM
He did seem to be able to overtake that rookie at will - was a sign of maybe some maturity, or at least grace, that he let the guy win

I think red bull may have the same opinion as you shared in your first sentence - resulting in your second sentence coming to fruition!

[BMWST?]

I think the rookie was a little faster but Pedro was able to stick it up the inside,but he got passed on the straight mostly. I def think the KTM uses the tyres more than the other bikes.

[iYRe]

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1BgviBvo6d/
Saw this on the facebooks, post race Miller being a dad.

[iYRe]

So, Toprak has apparently made the v4 yam go faster than any one has expected and accelerated their development program. They are using new software etc, and he was supposedly very very fast.

Acosta has signed to 2027, but no one knows exactly where though, it seems.
(Probably KTM I reckon)

[SaferRides]

This is really a footnote to 2025, but may be useful info for watching the 2026 season.

After trying Three Now at the start of the year, I moved on to Motomundo after a couple of races as the TNT commentary team was too much. Streaming wasn't always the best, so I downloaded the sessions and races and streamed them to the TV. Great quality, definitely better than Three Now. I did watch PI live on Three though.

Downsides are I had to keep deleting the files from my phone, and GoFile had a couple of glitches during the year, but I've kept a few of the races on the laptop.

Definitely a workable option though, if you can't / won't pay for Videopass.

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[SaferRides]

Ten years now...

https://www.motogpnews.com/2025/12/18/francesco-bagnaia-underestimated-marc-marquez-after-listening-to-valentino-rossis-circle/

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[iYRe]

Ten years now...

https://www.motogpnews.com/2025/12/18/francesco-bagnaia-underestimated-marc-marquez-after-listening-to-valentino-rossis-circle/

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I think what we learn from this is, dont believe anything Rossi says :P

[SaferRides]

Some interesting articles on Motomatters and Motorsport Magazine, not all of which are paywalled. Mat Oxley reckons the GP25 problems are because of too much engine inertia.

https://www.motorsportmagazine.com/articles/motorcycles/motogp/ducati-motogp-how-to-mismanage-a-crisis/

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[iYRe]

Interesting perspective here - some folks dont like him, but without him he competition is less
IF he had never raced, no one would know what they are missing

"Marc Márquez’s return to dominance has sparked debate not only among fans, but also among the most respected technical minds in MotoGP — and Chicho Lorenzo doesn’t hesitate to explain why Marc stands apart from everyone else.
🗣️ “Technically, Márquez is unclassifiable, because he’s not a refined, repetitive and robotic rider like Pedrosa or Lorenzo, but his creativity has no limits.”
According to Chicho Lorenzo, Marc cannot be analyzed using traditional technical patterns. His riding defies standard classifications and relies on instinct, imagination, and constant adaptation.
For Chicho, Marc’s influence goes far beyond lap times.
🗣️ “Everything revolves around him. Even his rivals are happy that Marc has returned to winning with such superiority.”
Márquez’s presence, he says, elevates MotoGP as a whole — drawing attention, excitement, and global relevance back to the championship.
Despite admitting he grew tired of Marc’s dominance at times, Chicho also recognizes what MotoGP loses without him.
🗣️ “I got bored with his dominance in some races, but I missed him when he couldn’t continue racing.”
That contradiction underlines Márquez’s unique role: overwhelming on track, yet essential to the spectacle.
In pure technical terms, Chicho highlights the key difference.
🗣️ “He likes to push the limits, and that’s something most riders hate.”
While others rely on precision and repetition, Márquez thrives in chaos — constantly flirting with the edge and finding lap time where others wouldn’t dare look.
For Chicho Lorenzo, Marc Márquez isn’t just a champion — he’s a phenomenon MotoGP simply cannot replicate."

[BMWST?]

Interesting perspective here - some folks dont like him, but without him he competition is less
IF he had never raced, no one would know what they are missing

"Marc Márquez’s return to dominance has sparked debate not only among fans, but also among the most respected technical minds in MotoGP — and Chicho Lorenzo doesn’t hesitate to explain why Marc stands apart from everyone else.
🗣️ “Technically, Márquez is unclassifiable, because he’s not a refined, repetitive and robotic rider like Pedrosa or Lorenzo, but his creativity has no limits.”
According to Chicho Lorenzo, Marc cannot be analyzed using traditional technical patterns. His riding defies standard classifications and relies on instinct, imagination, and constant adaptation.
For Chicho, Marc’s influence goes far beyond lap times.
🗣️ “Everything revolves around him. Even his rivals are happy that Marc has returned to winning with such superiority.”
Márquez’s presence, he says, elevates MotoGP as a whole — drawing attention, excitement, and global relevance back to the championship.
Despite admitting he grew tired of Marc’s dominance at times, Chicho also recognizes what MotoGP loses without him.
🗣️ “I got bored with his dominance in some races, but I missed him when he couldn’t continue racing.”
That contradiction underlines Márquez’s unique role: overwhelming on track, yet essential to the spectacle.
In pure technical terms, Chicho highlights the key difference.
🗣️ “He likes to push the limits, and that’s something most riders hate.”
While others rely on precision and repetition, Márquez thrives in chaos — constantly flirting with the edge and finding lap time where others wouldn’t dare look.
For Chicho Lorenzo, Marc Márquez isn’t just a champion — he’s a phenomenon MotoGP simply cannot replicate."

I agree with this view point. And the creativity goes beyond the track...ie his America GP gamble,and his ability to somehow judge the perfect time to change bikes in a flag to flag

[iYRe]

I agree with this view point. And the creativity goes beyond the track...ie his America GP gamble,and his ability to somehow judge the perfect time to change bikes in a flag to flag

Some experience, some good judgement and some good luck - good luck enhanced by the first 2 I expect

[F5 Dave]

I subscribe to the Oxley Bom podcast, well worthwhile. But I can't abide subscription to motorsport as id only be doing it for the Oxley blogs, brilliant as they are in don't give a rats about car stuff they pedal.

[jato]

you'd think if the crank was a kg or 2 too heavy with the throttle closed then an adjustments of the exhaust brake or a whisker more rear brake and you'd be back in the game...

[jato]

actually on a fine line at their level the extra gyro of the [backward spinning ?] crank could well be a hindrance

[SaferRides]

One thing for sure, you'd never want Marc as a teammate. I think even Alex was pleased to see him leave Gresini!

[SaferRides]

actually on a fine line at their level the extra gyro of the [backward spinning ?] crank could well be a hindranceYes, they all have backwards spinning cranks.

The story after the Sepang test was that the GP25 power delivery was stronger and smoother, but the engine braking was a step backwards. Because of this, Ducati reverted to the GP24 spec engine, but what exactly did they revert to?

During the season David Emmett found out that the GP24 and GP25 engines are not a straight swap in the frame, so Ducati may have had to homologate what was a GP24.5 engine with the GP25 mechanicals.

Ducati obviously aren't talking, Marc didn't care and Pecco said at one stage he was only saying what he was told to say!

Ducati can use either engine next season, so which one will be in the GP26? You could see the difference between the GP24 and 25 early in the season as Marc consistently pulled away from Alex on corner exits, so Marc may not want to revert to the older spec.

The 2026 Sepang tests should be very interesting!



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[F5 Dave]

Can they actually use any engine? There was talk of it being locked in for two years. Or do they give the 25 engine to satellite teams as the did in 22, apparently and use the 24 fir factory teams.

In podcast, not sure if in his blog, but compared races from 24 to 25. Corrected for weather or race length there were a few clear races. In six the 2024 times were faster than 2025. (Some were the same, I think 3 25 was faster)
Think about that for a moment. Martin and Peco were faster on GP24 than Marc on the 2025.

[iYRe]

Found another one today:
"Davide Tardozzi reveals the detail that proved Marc Márquez was already thinking like a Ducati rider — and it took him just three races.🗣️ “After just a couple of races with us, he already knew the names and the roles of all our engineers and he told me what he had learned from each of them.” — Davide Tardozzi
Marc Márquez didn’t just adapt to the Ducati Desmosedici — he absorbed the entire team structure around him.
Tardozzi explains that Márquez understands performance goes far beyond the bike itself. Engineers, mechanics, management, even personal surroundings — Marc studies everything that can make him faster.
🗣️ “He knows that the bike makes performance, and that the way the team works and helps him solve problems makes performance.”
This mindset is what stunned Ducati most. Within three races, Márquez had mapped the full Ducati ecosystem and was already feeding back what each person contributed.
🗣️ “In three f—— races! He’s so clever to see what’s going on, what can help him and who can help him.”
For Tardozzi, that was the moment he realised Ducati hadn’t just signed a champion — they’d signed a phenomenon.
Talent wins races. Intelligence builds dynasties. Marc Márquez has both."

[SaferRides]

Can they actually use any engine? There was talk of it being locked in for two years. Or do they give the 25 engine to satellite teams as the did in 22, apparently and use the 24 fir factory teams.

My understanding is that Ducati can use either engine as both were homologated for 2025. But they cannot change the engines at all and the riders cannot swap between them during the season, which is why Pecco could not race a 100% GP24 in 2025.

I expect the GP24 will go down as one of the great MotoGP bikes although it may only win one world championship.



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[F5 Dave]

If the Marc/Bez thing happened a touch earlier in the season,
- it would have. In the hands of his brother.

[BMWST?]

After having sky for decades gonna finally get rid of it. I currently watch MotoGP via an android? app that i get through the new sky box. I searched apps on the sky box and installed it. It depends on having a motogp sub to get the actual content.
What i want to know is does anybody here have say dish tv and can you get the motogp app?
The tv is a so called smart TV(older panasonic)

[SaferRides]

After having sky for decades gonna finally get rid of it. I currently watch MotoGP via an android? app that i get through the new sky box. I searched apps on the sky box and installed it. It depends on having a motogp sub to get the actual content.
What i want to know is does anybody here have say dish tv and can you get the motogp app?
The tv is a so called smart TV(older panasonic)

Not sure that Dish TV boxes can do much more than Freeview? The MotoGP website should have info on what devices their app will run on, but somehow I doubt that will include an older Panasonic smart TV.

The other option is something like an Apple TV or Google TV plugged into your TV, depending which device ecosystem you have. I have an ancient Chromecast and dumb TV that still works well.



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[BMWST?]

Not sure that Dish TV boxes can do much more than Freeview? The MotoGP website should have info on what devices their app will run on, but somehow I doubt that will include an older Panasonic smart TV.

The other option is something like an Apple TV or Google TV plugged into your TV, depending which device ecosystem you have. I have an ancient Chromecast and dumb TV that still works well.



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I know that the TV cant get it directly. Only been watching that since we got the newer sky box.

[SaferRides]

I know that the TV cant get it directly. Only been watching that since we got the newer sky box.There are a few options... https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20260109/fe9382d6c7b5634a879acbe7e541ea4c.jpg

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[BMWST?]

There are a few options... https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20260109/fe9382d6c7b5634a879acbe7e541ea4c.jpg

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yeah I think the sky box gets it through android tv . I suscribe to motogp videopass and it works through that. I watched Hungary again yeterday

[iYRe]

New rules announced regarding restarting bikes after a crash:

The FIM has announced that from the 2026 season riders in MotoGP and WorldSBK will not be allowed to restart their bikes from trackside after a crash.

Until now, the rules have allowed riders whose bike stopped running after a crash to try to restart it in the run-off area.

This, however, has the potential to create dangerous situations as it keeps marshals and riders in the run-off areas in the middle of a live session.

A new directive from the FIM has banned this, and says that attempts to restart a bike whose engine has stopped after the crash must take place behind the trackside barriers on the service road.

Riders can still rejoin the track from there.

more:

If a bike has remained running, the rider can rejoin, but the marshals are able to prevent them from rejoining if, on inspection of the bike, they deem it to have sustained damage which could cause a dangerous situation were it to rejoin the track, such as a fluid leak.

The regulation change from the FIM comes as a result of decisions made by the Grand Prix Commission and SBK Commission. It has been communicated in a letter addressed to circuit racing clerks of the course, national federations, race promoters, IRTA, and members of the circuit racing commission.

“After a crash or technical problem, any non-running machine on the track or in run-off areas must be taken immediately behind the first line of protection by the marshals,” the FIM letter reads.

“Machines must not be restarted on the track or run-off area. They must be moved to the service road (or in a safe and protected place in case of absence of service road), where assistance to restart may be provided.”

It adds that only riders can make “repairs or adjustments” to their bike after a crash, and that this must also take place behind the barriers.

Marshals are still allowed to assist riders in restarting their bike, but this must also take place behind the barriers.

[SaferRides]

About time. I think they should also have an equivalent to the double waved yellow in F1 whenever there are people in a runoff area, as riders barely slow down for yellows.

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[iYRe]

This here article from mr Oxley about Toprak (free to read):

https://www.motorsportmagazine.com/articles/motorcycles/motogp/motogps-great-unknown-how-fast-really-is-toprak-razgatlioglu/

[F5 Dave]

Good article. They explored a list of Superbike riders that made the switch to GP. Heck i can't remember many.
Edwards Bayliss Russel Toseland Fogarty Corser Haga Hodgson Spies etc.
Of that list Bayliss won a GP.
Ok there are others Crafer etc. But it's not often a good fishing pond.
Toprack was probably denied a better path. Maybe if he'd been scouted as a young man into moto 3 or 2 he'd would have a better chance. At 29 riding roadbikes on different tyres he has his work cut out for him.

Im more interested in ; can Martin sort his shit out and start riding like he did in 2024?

[iYRe]

Got another quote today:

“At the first meeting, he (MM) knew all the names, surnames, and job titles of everyone on the team,” Mauro Grassilli told Motosprint. “When someone he didn’t know introduced himself to him, he replied, ‘You weren’t on the website.’

“He studied all the team members on the website to be ready for the first meeting. There are riders I’ve worked with who didn’t even remember my name.”

[BMWST?]

Im more interested in ; can Martin sort his shit out and start riding like he did in 2024?

He has just had a couple of operations,one on a collar bone injury (dont remember the other) but he is not fit to ride at this moment

[SaferRides]

Toprack was probably denied a better path. Maybe if he'd been scouted as a young man into moto 3 or 2 he'd would have a better chance. At 29 riding roadbikes on different tyres he has his work cut out for him.

Im more interested in ; can Martin sort his shit out and start riding like he did in 2024?
Yamaha gave Toprak a test on a MotoGP bike a few years ago. It didn't work out very well then, but I suspect they wanted him to stay in WSBK as Fabio was doing really well on the M1at the time.

It might a while before Jorge Martin is fully competitive again. I'm amazed how well he's done given how bad some of his crashes were last year.



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[iYRe]

Yamaha gave Toprak a test on a MotoGP bike a few years ago. It didn't work out very well then, but I suspect they wanted him to stay in WSBK as Fabio was doing really well on the M1at the time.

It might a while before Jorge Martin is fully competitive again. I'm amazed how well he's done given how bad some of his crashes were last year.



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Apparently Toprak is about 1.2 sec slower than Digia, but faster than Miller and Rins - assuming they can get the v4 somewhere close to competitive, Fabio and Toprak could make things interesting in positions 3-6 heh. I have a sneaking suspicion that 1-3 is going to be Marc - Alex/Pecco , then the rest.

I did read today that Marc was offering the Ducati management last season on how they should be supporting Pecco to help him get through the tough times, as well as offering Pecco advice. The more you hear, the more you appreciate just what an unusual guy he is

[F5 Dave]

I think trying to make any judgement on Topbox before 1/2 a season has gone by :In both directions, is a waste of time.

[iYRe]

I think trying to make any judgement on Topbox before 1/2 a season has gone by :In both directions, is a waste of time.


Is it bad that I want to call him Coat Rack? Or top hat? Or maybe if he wins something, Top Cat?

[BMWST?]

Im more interested in ; can Martin sort his shit out and start riding like he did in 2024?


He has just had a couple of operations,one on a collar bone injury (dont remember the other) but he is not fit to ride at this moment

Its his scaphoid that they have operated on again

[F5 Dave]

We think of these guys as super human.
I've been injured enough racing to think that. But sometimes it's gonna take some time.

I'm sure if I met him id think he was an egotistical dick.

But for now I'm a fan and hope he can get better and show his world champion class and that of the Aprilia which is obviously awesome.

[SaferRides]

We think of these guys as super human.
I've been injured enough racing to think that. But sometimes it's gonna take some time.

I'm sure if I met him id think he was an egotistical dick.

But for now I'm a fan and hope he can get better and show his world champion class and that of the Aprilia which is obviously awesome.What's great about some of the riders (and drivers) coming through is how open they are about the difficult times they experience. Some of it is generational, if you know any Gen Z you'll know what I mean. But Lando Norris has been very open along his journey to be F1 world champion, and Marc has been the same about his struggles after breaking his arm.

Jorge Martin has had a really shit year by any standard, and I really hope he can recover and become world champion again. There is no doubting his talent.

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[BMWST?]

Yeh lets hope that we see Marc,Pecco,Jorge,Pedro,Alex,Bez all have a good season with minimal injuries

[SaferRides]

So the silly season has started early... Could look something like this:

Marc stays at Ducati, Fabio Quartararo to Honda, Martin to Yamaha and Pedro Acosta to Ducati, with Pecco moving to Yamaha.

Should all be confirmed, or not, in the next few weeks.

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[iYRe]

So the silly season has started early... Could look something like this:

Marc stays at Ducati, Fabio Quartararo to Honda, Martin to Yamaha and Pedro Acosta to Ducati, with Pecco moving to Yamaha.

Should all be confirmed, or not, in the next few weeks.

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From what I understand, Fabio is confirmed for 2027
Marc is confirmed for 2 years but not signed.
Martin is likely, hard to know about Acosta.

[SaferRides]

From what I understand, Fabio is confirmed for 2027
Marc is confirmed for 2 years but not signed.
Martin is likely, hard to know about Acosta.That's what I saw, the first two are definite but after that not so much.

Aprillia want to give Martin time, and I expect it will be even more so with Pecco at Ducati.

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[iYRe]

That's what I saw, the first two are definite but after that not so much.

Aprillia want to give Martin time, and I expect it will be even more so with Pecco at Ducati.

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Its all 2027 talk anyway, I just want the racing to get under way lol.. I wanna see if Marc is gonna get #10

[iYRe]

Short interview with Mr Crafar about his first year in his new job: https://amcn.com.au/editorial/grid-talk-simon-crafar/

[roogazza]

F Q #20 to Honda for 2027 !!!!!!

Martin to Yamaha 2027 !!!! :yawn::yes::corn:

[F5 Dave]

FQ must believe that Honda with the most resources will be first to deliver a competitive bike. Helps can't be going for the money!!

Martin- what are you thinking? Did they offer him FQ salary in a panic and he goes, well I've won a championship but on Pramac money. Time to get rich with excuses if the new bike isn't a missile. Issue is if Toprac starts showing him up he won't last.

[diesel pig]

[QUOTE=F5 Dave;1131243395Martin- what are you thinking? Did they offer him FQ salary in a panic and he goes, well I've won a championship but on Pramac money. Time to get rich with excuses if the new bike isn't a missile. Issue is if Toprac starts showing him up he won't last.[/QUOTE]

You may have a point. Martin, is probably thinking I have a Campionship but what do I have to show for it. Time to get some resources to enjoy it.

[SaferRides]

It's not a silly idea to take the money in 2027. I doubt anyone has much of a clue who will build the fastest bike. But Yamaha would be at the longest odds in my book.

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[F5 Dave]

I wrote a longer piece here but lost it fact checking. I'll save it more often.

Dooclattery probably has the best simulation software and engineers to drive it. They were able to exploit the incredible rear grip of the Michelin and the built a long and low bike with devices to make most of the potential.

They will understand that a smaller 2025 will not cut it with change in grip characteristics.

That said Honda had the dominant 500 then had the big jump on the field with the rc211v. They hiccup a bit to 800, but then back to 1000 were quickest to act before Dooclattery made an easier bike.
Oxley reckons KTM have the best test team and obviously can make a fast engine.

I'd love to see Yamaha back up there, but I'd really want 2 strokes to triumphantly return. I think both are less than likely.
But while I'm dreaming how about an Adventure bike 350 twin 2T 70hp 130kg with outstanding reliability and fuel economy as well as class leading manners on and off road. . .

[diesel pig]

But while I'm dreaming how about an Adventure bike 350 twin 2T 70hp 130kg with outstanding reliability and fuel economy as well as class leading manners on and off road. . .

entirely possible to do with current knowledge. But will any brand do it. I like yamaha's chance's of winning MotoGP better.

[BMWST?]

I wrote a longer piece here but lost it fact checking. I'll save it more often.

I'd love to see Yamaha back up there, but I'd really want 2 strokes to triumphantly return. I think both are less than likely.
But while I'm dreaming how about an Adventure bike 350 twin 2T 70hp 130kg with outstanding reliability and fuel economy as well as class leading manners on and off road. . .


entirely possible to do with current knowledge. But will any brand do it. I like yamaha's chance's of winning MotoGP better.

Find a tdr 250 boys and build a 350 or 400 version

[F5 Dave]

I already have a 350 in a 250 chassis but with a 100hp 496cc kit. Far more race rep. bent and I thought about changing tack but it is less than practical so would be silly with high bars and dirt bits

However have you seen the price of a TDR currently? Forget that sort of idea.

[BMWST?]

I already have a 350 in a 250 chassis but with a 100hp 496cc kit. Far more race rep. bent and I thought about changing tack but it is less than practical so would be silly with high bars and dirt bits

However have you seen the price of a TDR currently? Forget that sort of idea.
no idea I am sure its insane. I hve a mate who has got one

[SaferRides]

First day of testing at Sepang. Marc fastest, but he's still not 100%. Digia 2nd and Maverick 3rd.

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[iYRe]

First day of testing at Sepang. Marc fastest, but he's still not 100%. Digia 2nd and Maverick 3rd.

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Yeah and it was early on in the testing, I think from memory he stopped not long after. Be interesting to see what happens today, although test times dont mean all that much I guess.. unless its like mega faster than everyone

[Reckless]

I might pull the pin and get a MotoGP pass for this season instaed of TV3 and downloading the Qually seasions.
It worked well most reddit downloads only took 10 mins, plug the USB drive into the TV and good to go. Then watch the replay on TV3+ at breakfast mostly it was up by then.
I generally only have time to watch MotoGp class only.


357797

There are baggers racing at a few rounds as well so they might be fun to watch ;)
How does Real time live Data work can I have the laptop going with a rider cam or lap times going at the same time?

[SaferRides]

Yeah and it was early on in the testing, I think from memory he stopped not long after. Be interesting to see what happens today, although test times dont mean all that much I guess.. unless its like mega faster than everyoneThe top 9 were all in the 1:57's. David Emmett said they were all trying to use up the medium rears from the tyre allocation, so the serious testing on the soft rears will be today.

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[F5 Dave]

More silly predictions of 2027 moves. I've read it all and am now weary of posting because it all seems like media are guessing what might happen with no consequence when they are wrong.
Alex to KTM/Pedro to VW/Marc to Zundapp/Bastinini to Baggers. Arrghh! :wacko:

[SaferRides]

I might pull the pin and get a MotoGP pass for this season instaed of TV3 and downloading the Qually seasions.
It worked well most reddit downloads only took 10 mins, plug the USB drive into the TV and good to go. Then watch the replay on TV3+ at breakfast mostly it was up by then.
I generally only have time to watch MotoGp class only.


357797

There are baggers racing at a few rounds as well so they might be fun to watch ;)
How does Real time live Data work can I have the laptop going with a rider cam or lap times going at the same time?
I only watched Australia live, so downloading worked well for me as I can't stand the TNT commentary. I used my phone as it downloads so fast and streams through the Chromecast dongle on the TV.

I had the real time data on my phone at Phillip Island in 2024. Yes, it basically sits there updating as the bikes go through the sectors. It took a while to get it working on race day as mobile coverage at the track was patchy, but once it was going, it was great.

It's part of the app so not sure how it would work on a laptop?

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[SaferRides]

I'm watching After the Flag Day 1 from Sepang. Well worth a look.

Sometimes a video is worth a thousand words. At the end of the session, everyone is clustered around Marc in the Ducati garage. Pecco comes in and no one moves. He won't be there in 2027.

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[iYRe]

I'm watching After the Flag Day 1 from Sepang. Well worth a look.

Sometimes a video is worth a thousand words. At the end of the session, everyone is clustered around Marc in the Ducati garage. Pecco comes in and no one moves. He won't be there in 2027.

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I thought they already had acosta to partner marc, I think it was semi official, or thought anyway

[SaferRides]

I thought they already had acosta to partner marc, I think it was semi official, or thought anywayWell, that's according to a well regarded journalist. Bez is the only one who's actually put pen to paper so far.

Fabio is probably on the way out from Yamaha, but Acosta may want to see much progress KTM has made this season before committing.

My guess is nothing will happen until Marc re-signs, then it will be done quickly.

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[SaferRides]

All five Ducatis in the top 6, with Alex fastest. But he does well at Sepang, so might not mean too much.

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[iYRe]

It was interesting that Toprak said he needs to follow Marc more, because its very fast and doesnt lean as much.. Havent heard that before

[roogazza]

All five Ducatis in the top 6, with Alex fastest. But he does well at Sepang, so might not mean too much.

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I'm betting the Alien is going to be front and center again at the first round... Shame it still looks like a Doocati Cup tho.
When the flag drops people !!!! :msn-wink::rolleyes::banana:

[SaferRides]

I'm betting the Alien is going to be front and center again at the first round... Shame it still looks like a Doocati Cup tho.
When the flag drops people !!!! :msn-wink::rolleyes::banana:Maybe, it's just a test though at a fairly unique track.

Apparently Gigi has come up with a new ride height device that makes a big difference to the GP26, which reinforces all of the rumours that it was the real problem with last year's bike.

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[iYRe]

Maybe, it's just a test though at a fairly unique track.

Apparently Gigi has come up with a new ride height device that makes a big difference to the GP26, which reinforces all of the rumours that it was the real problem with last year's bike.

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Also, believe according to Oxley that the engine is likely the 24

[SaferRides]

Also, believe according to Oxley that the engine is likely the 24
Yes, David Emmett also said that all of this year's bikes have the GP24 engine, which means it must have been a homologation issue last year. I'm not sure we will really know what happened until Gigi writes his book...

[iYRe]

Yes, David Emmett also said that all of this year's bikes have the GP24 engine, which means it must have been a homologation issue last year. I'm not sure we will really know what happened until Gigi writes his book...

also sort of explains why Alex is a wee bit faster... MM missed the whole gp24 thing

[SaferRides]

also sort of explains why Alex is a wee bit faster... MM missed the whole gp24 thingThere's a few quick RH corners at Sepang, which is where Alex is faster than Marc.

I went there for a F1 race in the pre-hybrid era. It's quite a track, you don't get a good feel for it from watching on a screen.

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[diesel pig]

There's a few quick RH corners at Sepang, which is where Alex is faster than Marc.

I went there for a F1 race in the pre-hybrid era. It's quite a track, you don't get a good feel for it from watching on a screen.

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Funny you should say that, I have more than one person say one cannot get your head around how big a drop it is at Laguna Seca is until one walks it.

[SaferRides]

Not sure whether this is paywalled: https://www.motorsportmagazine.com/articles/motorcycles/motogp/once-again-ducati-shows-motogp-who-is-boss/

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[iYRe]

Not sure whether this is paywalled: https://www.motorsportmagazine.com/articles/motorcycles/motogp/once-again-ducati-shows-motogp-who-is-boss/

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Its not paywalled, thanks!

[BMWST?]

I might pull the pin and get a MotoGP pass for this season instaed of TV3 and downloading the Qually seasions.
It worked well most reddit downloads only took 10 mins, plug the USB drive into the TV and good to go. Then watch the replay on TV3+ at breakfast mostly it was up by then.
I generally only have time to watch MotoGp class only.


357797

There are baggers racing at a few rounds as well so they might be fun to watch ;)
How does Real time live Data work can I have the laptop going with a rider cam or lap times going at the same time?

How will you watch it. Thre is an android app(motogp) that will play it on your tv but you need an abdroid tv or a dish tv type box(or the "new" sky box). Live timing is not part of that app but I am gonna have the laptop going too. You can sync the timing with the picture somehow(on the laptop) i wonder if i can sync the laptop timing with the tv picture?
You can choose different feeds on the laptop and different combinations of the feeds,ie helicopter,commentary and a on board camera or two

[iYRe]

How will you watch it. Thre is an android app(motogp) that will play it on your tv but you need an abdroid tv or a dish tv type box(or the "new" sky box). Live timing is not part of that app but I am gonna have the laptop going too. You can sync the timing with the picture somehow(on the laptop) i wonder if i can sync the laptop timing with the tv picture?
You can choose different feeds on the laptop and different combinations of the feeds,ie helicopter,commentary and a on board camera or two

If you dont have an android TV grab a chromecast - you can get a refurb one - or an amazon firestick or something, then you can cast from your phone. Be like $50 probably

[roogazza]

Hoping 2026 will be better ! I'll stick to a week later on ch3 thanks !!!! FREE !!!!!!

Go Yamaha and Honda, The others can be kneecapped !!! :yawn::shifty::yes: :corn:

[F5 Dave]

Gee, you might be as well to root for Suzuki :confused:

[BMWST?]

If you dont have an android TV grab a chromecast - you can get a refurb one - or an amazon firestick or something, then you can cast from your phone. Be like $50 probably

I have a dish TV box,which replaces the "new" sky box

[iYRe]

I have a dish TV box,which replaces the "new" sky box

Some of those allow you to cast directly from your phone too - depending on the model.

[Reckless]

I have always chromecast it from my phone to our so called smart tv but when we moved we bought an 85" new tv which seems to actually be smart.
Its never actually been plugged into the tv aerial and its great watching the news etc via the net when you want rather than when its broadcast.
So hoping I can log onto the app in the tv for a change if I buy a subscription.
Still havent pulled the pin on that yet, tossing up if I do it last years way as downloads for practice and TV3+ if they have it this year anyone know??
Google says - AI Overview
As of early 2026, it is unconfirmed whether MotoGP will remain on Three (TV3) / ThreeNow in New Zealand.

Downloads were up early and mostly only 10-15mins onto the USB stick then striaght into the back of the TV.
But it was more hassle compared to just using the MotoGP app
Also want to follow Liam in F1 so F1TV might come into the mix???

Racing is costing a fortune atm The classic at Manfeild was a clusterfuck for me and first time the bike has had Issues in 3 years plus I am out again on Feb 28th at Hampton so rather be riding than watching LOL

[iYRe]

I have always chromecast it from my phone to our so called smart tv but when we moved we bought an 85" new tv which seems to actually be smart.
Its never actually been plugged into the tv aerial and its great watching the news etc via the net when you want rather than when its broadcast.
So hoping I can log onto the app in the tv for a change if I buy a subscription.
Still havent pulled the pin on that yet, tossing up if I do it last years way as downloads for practice and TV3+ if they have it this year anyone know??
Google says - AI Overview
As of early 2026, it is unconfirmed whether MotoGP will remain on Three (TV3) / ThreeNow in New Zealand.

Downloads were up early and mostly only 10-15mins onto the USB stick then striaght into the back of the TV.
But it was more hassle compared to just using the MotoGP app
Also want to follow Liam in F1 so F1TV might come into the mix???

Racing is costing a fortune atm The classic at Manfeild was a clusterfuck for me and first time the bike has had Issues in 3 years plus I am out again on Feb 28th at Hampton so rather be riding than watching LOL

If you have a new 85" smart TV you should be able to install the MotoGP app directly to the TV. You shouldnt need to cast at all. I have an older 70" and it has the play store but a lot of the newer apps arent on it, but they are on my newer 50" in the bedroom. Handy to know.. you can get a 50" smart tv with 4k for stuff all from Hardly Normals or Dick Smith

[F5 Dave]

I've been looking forward to this year's racing for ages. But it's hard not to get wrapped up in 2027. I do hope this is not just a holding year. Ok if Marc wins it again as its almost a given, but im worried that the gp26 will make it too easy for him.
I had hoped they would stay still so Bez, and maybe even Martin could throw th Prilla in the mix, heck the born again Mavrick disciple of lord Lorenzo, and Pedro, well maybe Honda steps again and Mir wakes up hungry.

But maybe this new bike will reignite Pecco.

I mean it's possible that if the gp26 really is the gp24 engine with similar frame but upgraded shapeshifter and aero, let's say Marc has to drop a few races?
In theory that could bring Pecco to the dominant rider to sweep all before him like he did in 22/23 and almost did in 21/24. Alex on equal bike, not a better one. I'd bet on Pecco. It'd be like Motegi.

Just as Ducati drop him. Opps.

[SaferRides]

Jorge Martin has been cleared to test at Buriram, and race if all goes well. Fingers crossed!

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[BMWST?]

I have always chromecast it from my phone to our so called smart tv but when we moved we bought an 85" new tv which seems to actually be smart.
Its never actually been plugged into the tv aerial and its great watching the news etc via the net when you want rather than when its broadcast.
So hoping I can log onto the app in the tv for a change if I buy a subscription.
Still havent pulled the pin on that yet, tossing up if I do it last years way as downloads for practice and TV3+ if they have it this year anyone know??
Google says - AI Overview
As of early 2026, it is unconfirmed whether MotoGP will remain on Three (TV3) / ThreeNow in New Zealand.

Downloads were up early and mostly only 10-15mins onto the USB stick then striaght into the back of the TV.
But it was more hassle compared to just using the MotoGP app
Also want to follow Liam in F1 so F1TV might come into the mix???

Racing is costing a fortune atm The classic at Manfeild was a clusterfuck for me and first time the bike has had Issues in 3 years plus I am out again on Feb 28th at Hampton so rather be riding than watching LOL

moto gp app is android app,so if you have an android or google tv you will be able to get it direct. You log in using your motogp details(if i recall correctly)

[mulletman]

Bye bye Philip Island :(

MotoGP to drop racing at Phillip Island and eyes move to Adelaide | Crash.net (https://www.crash.net/motogp/news/1089711/1/motogp-drop-racing-phillip-island-and-eyes-move-adelaide)

[F5 Dave]

That's a shame. Went there six times in 2 stroke era, always thought I'd return. :(

[iYRe]

Seems like there was a bidding war and PI missed out. Bit sad because its like the best circuit out there.

[SaferRides]

Seems like there was a bidding war and PI missed out. Bit sad because its like the best circuit out there.Dorna, or whatever they are now, wanted the MotoGP moved to Albert Park. But the track would need a lot of work and the F1 race causes enough disruption already, so the state government said no, we'll do up PI instead.

The SA government wants more events, but where would they race? Everyone hates Tailem Bend, which leaves the street track in the city. That would be almost impossible to make safe.

So stay tuned, this isn't over yet.



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[iYRe]

Could be the street race is a smoke screen so they can "divert" to the bend.. because they cant make it safe without destroying buildings.

Also Pecco to Aprilia 2027 is pretty much offiicial, which means also acosta to ducati

[iYRe]

So MM top of the pile today. Didnt want to sign his contract because he didnt want to sign for 2 years, as he wasnt sure about his shoulder. I think this season or definitely 2027 will be his last years. Lets hope he wins and goes out like a champ and not fade out and be a miserable ol bugger like Rossi.

[pritch]

So MM top of the pile today. Didnt want to sign his contract because he didnt want to sign for 2 years, as he wasnt sure about his shoulder. I think this season or definitely 2027 will be his last years. Lets hope he wins and goes out like a champ and not fade out and be a miserable ol bugger like Rossi.

Yeah Rossi did hang on a bit long. He's still having fun racing though. A week or three back he was driving a BMW around Bathurst in the 24 hour race.

[iYRe]

Yeah Rossi did hang on a bit long. He's still having fun racing though. A week or three back he was driving a BMW around Bathurst in the 24 hour race.

In the pictures he did seem rather pleased with himself..

imagine if MM goes to 4 wheel racing and races him.. heh

[F5 Dave]

What you!!!?
[Shit eating grin beaming back from MM].

BANG BANG BANG as they play dodgems. :lol:

But I won't see it unless youtube..

[Reckless]

What you!!!?
[Shit eating grin beaming back from MM].

BANG BANG BANG as they play dodgems. :lol:

But I won't see it unless youtube..

Utube or downloads are fast as and good qualtiy usually get a choice between 720p and 1080p
BUT
Here's hoping TV3. The Dates line up as last years Thailand started on the 28th not 27th or am I dreaming as they would have advertised by now.
I did read Sky took over TV3 last year so faint hope I guess LOL

Screen grab as of now
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[BMWST?]

Utube or downloads are fast as and good qualtiy usually get a choice between 720p and 1080p
BUT
Here's hoping TV3. The Dates line up as last years Thailand started on the 28th not 27th or am I dreaming as they would have advertised by now.
I did read Sky took over TV3 last year so faint hope I guess LOL

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I reckon they are gonna show it. Strange there hs been no mention of it(not that I watch tv at all)

[SaferRides]

Bez did the quickest lap and race simulation in the Buriram tests. Marc wasn't 100% due to a tummy bug, and should be better this weekend.

Everyone except the Yamaha riders are pretty happy with their bikes, so should be an interesting weekend.

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[BMWST?]

Bez did the quickest lap and race simulation in the Buriram tests. Marc wasn't 100% due to a tummy bug, and should be better this weekend.

Everyone except the Yamaha riders are pretty happy with their bikes, so should be an interesting weekend.

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Conditions were probably at there best as there is so much rubber down. Bez and Ogura were impressive tho. Is Marc sandbagging a bit re his fitness? No doubt he was crook though.

[iYRe]

Conditions were probably at there best as there is so much rubber down. Bez and Ogura were impressive tho. Is Marc sandbagging a bit re his fitness? No doubt he was crook though.
Yeah Bez was at the end of the day and MM/etc was earlier - I think Marc was like pretty early in the testing.

I think Marc will just be doing enough to get him in the top 3 or top 5, and knowing he has more.

I am also pretty sure the only reasons he'll do 2027 is if he doesnt win this year, he doesnt crash badly, or he wins this year and still feels good. Its harder to recover, and each injury means he loses some more, has to adapt more just to be fast. It really is a testament to the guy that he has got this far TBH.

[pritch]

What you!!!?
[Shit eating grin beaming back from MM].

BANG BANG BANG as they play dodgems. :lol:

But I won't see it unless youtube..

I did see short clips of the 24hr on YouTube. There was a distinctly hairy incident on the mountain and the marshals seemed to be missing in action. There was an incident which left damaged cars on the track. Then when one was trying to turn to face in the right direction he was hit hard by another car arriving at speed. This left an injured driver crawling across the track just around a blind bend. He had to do it without help from the marshals. His car was on fire but it seemed to take minutes for someone to grab an extinguisher.

I know the Marshalls basically do the job for a cut lunch but this clip could be used to teach how not do it. I mentioned this to a former Motorcycling NZ official half expecting an argument but he said there had been a lot of comment about the lack lustre performance of the marshals in this incident.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UC0-R_cqWqQ

[F5 Dave]

They were waving flags but the important bit is what happened 3 corners before..

I waved flags as Raymond Roche blew his Dooklattery sky high. At a Superbike manfield round.

[iYRe]

Let the racing begini

[SaferRides]

Well, that was interesting. Worth a watch, especially the last 10-15 minutes.

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[SaferRides]

Great quali! So good to have MotoGP back.

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[jato]

Fair call by simon - mm is such a good tactician but that was a bit over the top

[jato]

... and those idiot comentators telling us in the early stages that pedro would be happy to crash out trying...

[iYRe]

... and those idiot comentators telling us in the early stages that pedro would be happy to crash out trying...
Pedro seemed surprised that Mark was penalised.
The only little contact that happened was after Acosta knew he was there, and it was acosta turning in when it happened.

I can only assume it was for "overly aggressive" riding. But if that was the case there were a lot of other overtakes that were just as aggressive from a plethora of riders lol


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[diesel pig]

Pedro seemed surprised that Mark was penalised.
The only little contact that happened was after Acosta knew he was there, and it was acosta turning in when it happened.

I can only assume it was for "overly aggressive" riding. But if that was the case there were a lot of other overtakes that were just as aggressive from a plethora of riders lol


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I think the Pedro and Mark thing has alot more to do with the Team Managers than them. After all what they are racing for is all most worth a sleep station!*

* the people that know what that means will get it.

[jato]

gracious response from pedro but a very late lunge that ran wide ... we all love an intense battle but imo that move left unchecked would of shortchanged pedro

[iYRe]

SOme of the other riders comments:

Acosta himself admitted he didn't expect Marquez to receive a penalty, while the factory Ducati rider criticized the timing of the penalty, which he said made it difficult to regain the position.Fabio Quartararo, a factory Yamaha rider, emphasized that although Marquez missed the apex and forced Acosta off the track, he did not exceed track limits. "I can understand the penalty. But also, Marc was still on the track; it was within the limits," said the 2021 champion. "I think it was a block pass. For me, it was absolutely clean. And I also took into account where he ended up on the track. It's 50-50. It depends on which way you look at it."
Meanwhile, Trackhouse's Raul Fernandez, who was right behind Marquez and Acosta as they battled for the win, felt the penalty was unnecessary. "I don't like to get involved in this kind of talk, but this is MotoGP," he said. "They showed a lot of respect. You have a problem with these modern MotoGP bikes, which is that if you're in a wheelie, you can't change direction."
VR46's Fabio di Giannantonio, who was eliminated from the podium contention after a separate incident with Gresini's Alex Marquez, emphasized that contact between riders is part of MotoGP and that it's important to let them race closely together. "This is my view on racing in general, not the racing incident [between Marquez and Acosta]," he said. "We have to push each other, we have to hit each other's fairings. We have to throw elbows, on the track, between the white lines – and think about the safety of the other rider within those limits."
Pramac rider Jack Miller, who had previously criticized the stewards for his penalty, reiterated his views on the incident between Marquez and Acosta. "You know my view on it from last year in Valencia was pretty clear," he said.
Marquez's former Honda teammate, Joan Mir, added: "If Marc's maneuvers are always penalized from now on, fine. What I don't like is the inconsistency. I understand, because after contact, the other rider goes off the track."


Interesting.

[jim.cox]

Three Now seem to be carrying the races again this season :yay:
Have not watched it yet, but Thailand is available

[sugilite]

It will be interesting to see if this was just a 2006 "Aprillia" track and the usual Ducati cup show of the past few years is set to resume at the next track, or do they finally have a serious challenge from Aprillia on their hands. I hope it is the latter.

[iYRe]

It will be interesting to see if this was just a 2006 "Aprillia" track and the usual Ducati cup show of the past few years is set to resume at the next track, or do they finally have a serious challenge from Aprillia on their hands. I hope it is the latter.

I think the heat was a big issue.. apart from marc there was several other bikes that their rims buckled. I guess he just hot the curb harder. Bez looked like he was riding on an ice rink at the end of the race too.. very hard on those tyres.

[BMWST?]

gracious response from pedro but a very late lunge that ran wide ... we all love an intense battle but imo that move left unchecked would of shortchanged pedro
That racing stye is almost the exact copy of Toprak .He has insane skills to do it but he just stuffs it up the inside forcing the other rider of line

[iYRe]

That racing stye is almost the exact copy of Toprak .He has insane skills to do it but he just stuffs it up the inside forcing the other rider of line

The "inside Ducati" doco on youtube is interesting. MM clearly didnt think much was wrong with it, and most of the other riders didnt either, however MM said that this is the way MotoGP want it now, so he will adjust his style. A good response imho.

[F5 Dave]

Well it was only a few years ago we were admonishing MM for slightly cunty riding. A shot over the bows to say, calm the fuck down isn't a bad thing. I think if Pedro hadn't have moved he would have hit him with enough force to punt him off and we'd be having a different conversation.
The speed which the decision was forced being at the end of the race is going to be rushed.

But what great racing overall.

[pritch]

Three Now seem to be carrying the races again this season :yay:
Have not watched it yet, but Thailand is available

YouTube had what looked to be official coverage of the main race in Thailand. Don't know if that was just a tease or if it'll be a regular thing.

[Reckless]

Got lucky
3 now has MotoGP same as last year, I watched the sprint live.

357871

I am going to download practice, q1 and 2 same as I did last year and watch the races free on 3now.

I signed up for F1 tv yesterday because of 3now coverage so I could follow Liam as well.
By goodness when MotoGp has on bike, like F1 has in car like in F1, that would be bloody cool as :)
I can watch in car with Liam and have the lap times on the laptop.
And I only bought F1 pro $100 per year, not premium.

MotoGp has a lot to learn about cost vs value considering they are both the best of Motor racing.

So thats me for the year about all the time I have between off road, road and race bike time.
Considering I fell of the MX bike last week, then the race bike last Saturday at Hampton because of a front wheel issue. Slid damn near 50m.
Maybe I am getting to old for my red signature sentance :(
Thats all folks Fiberglassing to do :(

[F5 Dave]

Yeah life is dangerous. That said i died going to bed. Nearly.
So motorbikes might be safer:confused:

Mind you last 2 weekends I've rolled down a nice grassy bank.

[iYRe]

Yeah life is dangerous. That said i died going to bed. Nearly.
So motorbikes might be safer:confused:

Mind you last 2 weekends I've rolled down a nice grassy bank.

I rode my bicycle from Pokeno to Pukekohe and back on saturday. Nothing more dangerous than townies who have moved to the country and have no idea about livestock, tractors on the road, etc. "Oh its a country road no one will be around, I'll just over take on a blind corner" - I saw it about 4 times in one ride :/

[BMWST?]

Got lucky
3 now has MotoGP same as last year, I watched the sprint live.

357871

I am going to download practice, q1 and 2 same as I did last year and watch the races free on 3now.

I signed up for F1 tv yesterday because of 3now coverage so I could follow Liam as well.
By goodness when MotoGp has on bike, like F1 has in car like in F1, that would be bloody cool as :)
I can watch in car with Liam and have the lap times on the laptop.
And I only bought F1 pro $100 per year, not premium.

MotoGp has a lot to learn about cost vs value considering they are both the best of Motor racing.

So thats me for the year about all the time I have between off road, road and race bike time.
Considering I fell of the MX bike last week, then the race bike last Saturday at Hampton because of a front wheel issue. Slid damn near 50m.
Maybe I am getting to old for my red signature sentance :(
Thats all folks Fiberglassing to do :(
motogp has up to 5 different camera angles,The live commentaryy feed a helicopter feed and several on board camera feeds, .There are preset combintions and yu can drag and drop the cameras you wnt into those templtes. Thats only on watching on a PC.The TV app only has the commentay feed. THe PC also allows you to have the timing pp running at the same tiome.

[roogazza]

Back to Sunday Ch 3 sport for me.. A week late and just highlights <_<:laugh::yes:

Maybe I'll get keen again in 2027 when the Yamahas and Hondas get their act together. :shifty:<_<