KTM technical chief Sebastian Risse believes MotoGP’s new 850cc prototypes could match the pace of the current bikes at roughly half of the circuits on the calendar.
The new breed of MotoGP machines due for introduction in 2027 represents one of the biggest technical overhauls in the series’ history. The current 1000cc engines will be replaced by smaller 850cc motors, while the championship will also cut down on aerodynamics and eliminate ride-height devices entirely. Further, Michelin will replace Pirelli as MotoGP’s official tyre supplier, adding another unknown for the five manufacturers competing in the series.
