MotoGP manufacturers are hard at work behind the scenes on their 850cc machines for the 2027 rule changes. KTM were the first to get the ball rolling.
Although the company is in dire financial straits, their future in MotoGP is at stake. KTM They were the first factory to test the new bike. Pol Espargaro completed laps on his 850cc machine in Jerez last week.
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MotoGP fans love how ‘angry’ the KTM 850cc engine looks.which is an encouraging sign for the new technical regulations. It’s early days for the Austrians, but the first signs are promising.
Pete Beyer says KTM has the perfect solution for ride height equipment. In the year In 2027, Espargaro and Dani Pedrosa ride the bike ‘forever’. It is an important step from the team to the new law, and their competitors are ready to follow this.
Ducati test rider Michel Pirro said he was surprised to see KTM racing the 2027 MotoGP bike at Jerez.
The KTM 2027 challenge caught many off guard almost out of place. He highlighted. How desperate for KTM to keep Pedro Acosta beyond 2026.Considering his future – the Spaniard emphasized that the team is committed to building a winning bike.
The season in Jerez also attracted the champions in spectacular fashion. Ducati Test rider Michelle Piro He said he was surprised that KTM started testing the 850cc bike so quickly.
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“Yeah, that was amazing,” he said. Speed week. However, Pirro sees no reason to worry: “Of course, other manufacturers will have to catch up quickly. But if Ducati decides to go out on the track, the foundation is already very good.
“The 850 is not ready yet, but we will start the first real test in March and then we will continue to develop it throughout the year,” Piro explained.
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Where do the other MotoGP factories stand with their 2027 bikes?
Naturally, with the new rules, the pecking order could be set in a dramatic shake-up. The manufacturers are determined to comply with the new regulations and produce a competitive machine.
Ducati will be the team to beat as they may have the best bike in 2026. But that could change in 2027, as There are rumors that Ducati is already in trouble. With their oil suppliers, Shell and the new techniques.
Honda are looking to continue their growth after transitioning to C offerings for 2026. KTM will be looking to keep their MotoGP project alive in 2027, while Yamaha will be hoping to find success with their V4 engine.
Aprilia could be in trouble by 2027. Because they don’t have the budget to work on their 2026 and 2027 bikes at once. Their limited resources may set back their efforts to capture Ducati in 2025.
