Honda MotoGP SEG ‘concerned’ as KTM approaches convincing Tech3 release

Honda are keen on the idea of ​​expanding their satellite stable for the start of MotoGP’s 2027 regulations era. The Japanese builder currently has a close partnership with LCR, but they want to run six work-specific bikes from 2027 to get more information to develop their bikes.

It is said that Honda tried to convince Gresini to leave the satellite Ducati stable for 2027As the Italian team is their main target. However, it is said that it is. Ducati convinced Gresini to sign a new satellite contractAlthough Fermin Aldeguer is expected to join VR46.

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MotoGP SEG Tech3 fears that joining Honda in 2027 could tempt KTM to leave

Honda quickly escaped Gresini to Tech3. Negotiations seem to be going well now that they are on the lookout for a second satellite team. As he says MotorPassionMotoHonda and Tech3 KTM are ‘close’ to an agreement to release a satellite team.

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KTM wanted to have four bikes on the grid next season with Tech3 remaining part of their standard in 2027. Development of the Austrian brand’s 850cc bike is already underway, but some of the five manufacturers are at risk of producing a few bikes on the grid.

The idea of ​​Tech3 joining Honda for 2027 is ‘concerning’ for MotoGP SEG (redacted from here). Dorna Sports this February). MotoGP SEG Tech3’s departure from KTM could tempt the Austrian rider to leave the field like Suzuki at the end of 2022 when they have two bikes.

MotoGP SEG fears the possibility of KTM pulling their project, especially since there is currently no contract tying the brand to the championship beyond 2026. KTM and four other manufacturers are in talks with MotoGP over their team deal.

With Tech3 joining Honda on its own in 2027, KTM is unlikely to pull out of MotoGP. But MotoGP SEG fears that leaving Tech3 KTM without a satellite team could cast doubt on the Austrian brand’s long-term role in the premier class.

KTM’s future in MotoGP has been a talking point for the past year after their financial problems hit at the end of 2024. And in March, reports came out. Bajaj Automobile has withdrawn the KTM from the market.the sale of the group’s parent company is still under threat.