Torak Razgatlioglu’s upcoming MotoGP debut has predictably generated tremendous buzz. But expectations should be managed, at least for the rookie season.
Naturally, the three-time World Superbike Champion Razgatlioglu It should be adapted to a different series. But while he’s instantly quick, he can ride the slowest bike on the grid.
Yamaha, which supplies Razgatlioglu’s bikes Pramak The team introduced the V4 engine this year. The message they sent at their unveiling last week was that they needed time to build the bike before taking on more established rivals.
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Of course, Razgatlioglu’s ultimate dream is to win the MotoGP title and become the first rider to excel in both disciplines. To do this, he will have to defeat one of the greatest players of all time Mark Marquez.
Luigi Daligna highlights ‘importance’ of MotoGP’s switch to Pirelli tires
The general manager of Ducati Luigi Daligna He discussed the major changes for 2027 in an interview with a Spanish newspaper. Sports.
The sport is switching from 1000cc engines to 850s, restricting ride height equipment and stunting aerodynamic development. Dale Igna, however, says the journey from Michelin tires to Pirellis is more meaningful.
When asked to cite the biggest change, he said: “The one about tires. There is a big difference with the new manufacturer.”
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Discussing the engines, Dali Igna added: That is positive. It was important to try to reduce the speed of motorcycles because in recent years we have reached the limit of roads.
Razgatlioglu has experience with Pirelli rubber. Thanks to the days in WSBK. He is banking on this to give him an advantage over MotoGP veterans like Marquez.
Ducati Niccolò Bulega added.Razgatlioglu’s former title rival, for their test team hoping to tap into his Pirelli expertise.
What does Dall’Igna think of Yamaha’s 2026 chances?
Dale Igna is not sure if Yamaha will float. This year. In another recent interview, he suggested that they had shown ‘beautiful’ flashes in the past year.
Fabio Quattararo took five pole positions before suffering a tragic mechanical failure at the British GP to end the brand’s win drought.
Ducati technical director David Barana raised doubts about Honda.Yamaha’s Japanese rivals. Alberto Puig’s team has climbed to the same concession level as Aprilia and KTM, bringing new limits to growth.
The Yamaha, on the other hand, remains in the bottom tier, and the resulting freedom will be especially valuable at the start of the V4 era.
