Toprak Razgatlioglu could play ‘invaluable’ role in Pirelli’s MotoGP tire development

Razgatlioglu is thought to be the only full-time MotoGP rider at the Spanish Grand Prix venue. KTM and Aprilia sent test riders Pol Espargaro and Lorenzo Savadori, while Yamaha sent Andrea Dovizioso (Honda and Ducati chose not to participate).

How will Pirelli’s plan affect MotoGP in 2027?

Pirelli may lean on Torak Razgatlioglu for MotoGP tire development.

Razgatlioglu is up against the rest of the MotoGP field this season, with the exception of Moto2 graduate Diogo Moreira, as he is still learning the characteristics of the Michelin tires.

But from 2027, the balance will shift against him when the sport switches to Pirelli rubber. Given his unique experience in both championships, Razgatlioglu will be a ‘particularly valuable’ asset to the Italian manufacturer.

As reported GPONHis contribution to the development of the tires could be ‘invaluable’. This does not necessarily increase the competitive advantage.

Danilo Petrucci says Michelin tires require an ‘opposite’ driving style. Offer to Pirelli. They don’t offer the same front-end ‘confidence’ that made it so powerful in the Superbikes.

Torak Razgatlioglu’s camp has set an unrealistic goal for his rookie season

Honda rider Luca Marini says Razgatlioglu will be ‘competitive’ again. Tire change later in 2027.

Razgatlioglu wants to be the manager of Yamaha Before his rookie season ends, however, if Marini’s instincts are correct, beating Fabio Quatararo this year could be a big ask.

TNT Sports analyst Neil Hodgson said. Razgatlioglu’s first performance in Thailand was ‘amazing’. He suffered his first MotoGP crash in the sprint but blamed it on a technical problem.

The Turkish rider finished 17th in the Grand Prix ahead of Pramac teammate Jack Miller. He was more than six seconds shy of scoring.