Honda are currently at the top of the MotoGP pecking order and are reportedly eyeing three special riders to take them into a new era in the premier class in 2027.
The time has passed Mark Marquez Dominance with the factory Honda group.
In the year He has failed to finish higher than fourth in the constructors’ standings since his last title win with the Japanese constructor in 2019, ending three seasons with the worst-performing bike on the grid.
However, the 2025 campaign seems to have made a big difference for the Asaka-based outfit. As a result, Honda has now found MotoGP offers in the C categoryIt is the first time a builder has met the standard since the new system began in 2023.
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Three riders who are ‘eager’ to sign Honda for the 2027 MotoGP season
During a recent appearance by Motorsport Republic PodcastMotoGP journalist Jack Appleyard was asked about Honda’s chances of returning to their former glory in 2027 under new rules in the premier class.
As the most successful premier class outfit in history, Honda’s financial capabilities are superior to those of its rivals on the grid, and Appleyard believes that is one of the main reasons for the Japanese automaker’s return to the top.
He said: “For me, Honda is my choice going into 2027. I mean, you’ve just seen the steps they’ve taken in the last two years, 18 months, and even more so this year.
“And you feel they’re only going in one direction. And as you say, they’ve got the financing to back it up.”
Then asked if they have a line-up of riders capable of giving the Asaka giants a title, the MotoGP expert said: “I don’t think so at the moment.
But I know for a fact that you want to go and hunt one of them. I will be shocked if one of Fabio Quatararo, Pedro Costa or Jorge Martin is not at Honda for 2027.
“That’s their big goal, to get a world-class championship-worthy rider to try and fight for their championship.”
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Honda are keen to bring Marc Marquez back into the fold for 2027.
Considering Marquez’s astronomical success during his 11-year stint with the factory Honda team, a return to Asaka would be a fitting way to end his career in the premier class.
The Spaniard has won a total of 59 races, secured 64 pole positions and scored 101 podiums in the famous Repsol brand overalls, including six world championships.
Marquez is reportedly open to returning to HondaBut before signing his name on the dotted line, he has some conditions.
The main reason for going back to the old team and not going back is the competitiveness of the Honda bike.
It’s clear that Marquez is a keen winner, so if they give him the caliber of title-winning bike he’ll be more than happy to reunite with his former team-mates.
According to Appleyard, Honda’s financial power is another big reason With the pull of the Japanese builder.
Legendary rider manager Carlo Pernat believes Ducati cannot compete with their rivals in this class.
