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The start of the 2026 season is marked by prominent absences and strategic decisions. In addition to Fermin Aldeguer’s injury-related break, Marc Marquez’s statements about the future and Jorge Martin’s preparations for his return are also providing plenty of talking points.
Starting in the 2026 season, only full-face helmets with FRHPhe 02 certification may be used in international competitions. The number of certified models is increasing significantly, and further tests are underway.
MotoGP is heading into the crucial phase of its 2026 season preparations. Aero homologation, testing under time pressure, and several riders returning from injury are shaping the days leading up to the final test in Thailand.
Michael Dunlop wird nach einer weiteren erfolgreichen Saison im Straßenrennsport erneut als Irish Motorcyclist of the Year ausgezeichnet. Die Ehrung unterstreicht seine anhaltende Dominanz bei der Tourist Trophy und auf den wichtigsten irischen Road Racing Veranstaltungen.
After two difficult years without any notable results, David Datzer wants to compete again in the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy in 2026. The German is returning with a new team, clear goals, and cautious optimism.
Starting in the 2025 season, motorcycles will no longer be allowed to participate in tourist drives on the Nordschleife. Opposition to this decision by the operating company is now forming in the form of a petition and possible legal action.
The Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme is making its racing history permanently accessible to the public for the first time. The FIM Racing Motorcycle Museum in Switzerland will open its doors to visitors on February 18.
After a difficult performance at the official MotoGP preseason test in Sepang, Yamaha has come to a mixed conclusion. The new V4 motorcycle shows progress in terms of handling, but still has significant room for improvement in terms of engine performance.
With the OMT 450c, a Swiss engineering company presents an uncompromising flat track racing motorcycle that features a variably adjustable carbon frame. The approach is clearly aimed at racing and is set to prove itself in the Flat Track World Championship from 2026.
The final MotoGP test of 2026 in Sepang provides initial indications of the balance between Ducati, Aprilia, and their pursuers. Alex Marquez, Ducati, and Yamaha are particularly in focus after three intense days.
MotoGP has published its test calendar for 2026, creating conditions for the first time that are clearly aimed at the 2027 rule revolution. At the same time, injuries and unresolved contract issues are shaping the sporting situation ahead of the start of the season.
The second day of the official 2026 MotoGP test in Sepang was overshadowed by a major setback for Yamaha. While Honda attracted attention with a fastest lap time, the other manufacturers worked on the basics rather than fast laps in what were sometimes difficult conditions.
Aprilia Racing has officially confirmed the extension of Marco Bezzecchi’s contract for several years. Instead of a traditional announcement, the team opted for a deliberately staged and unusual form of announcement.
The first official pre-season test for MotoGP 2026 in Sepang begins with Marc Marquez setting the fastest time on his comeback after injury. At the same time, a crash by Fabio Quartararo causes an early setback for the Yamaha program.
Honda is the last manufacturer in the MotoGP field to unveil its factory colors for the 2026 season. The RC213V ridden by Joan Mir and Luca Marini remains largely unchanged in appearance and is set to build on last year’s positive development.
The traditional Walderstown Road Races will celebrate their comeback in 2026, expanding the Irish road racing calendar to a total of nine events. The return of the event known as the Race of the South marks the revival of a classic with a long history.
Shortly after the shakedown in Sepang, LCR Honda unveiled its MotoGP bikes for the 2026 season. Noteworthy developments include the end of the long-standing partnership with Idemitsu and a new color scheme for rookie Diogo Moreira.
There has been an unusual change of ownership in MotoGP. The KTM Tech3 team has been taken over entirely by a group of investors led by Günther Steiner, which also includes Formula 1 driver Pierre Gasly.
The 2026 MotoGP Shakedown in Sepang has concluded, providing initial insights into the manufacturers’ development status. Honda test rider Aleix Espargaro topped the timesheets after three intensive days.
On the second day of the 2026 MotoGP Shakedown in Sepang, Yamaha’s regular riders joined the action for the first time. Jack Miller topped the timesheets, preventing the Espargaro brothers from taking another one-two lead.
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