
Reports of Suzuki’s intent to bow out of the MotoGP championship rocked the racing world yesterday. If confirmed, the abrupt departure could throw a spanner in Grand Prix works for years to come, and leave two strong riders seatless in 2023. Suzuki hasn’t officially announced the move just yet, but many are already wondering which manufacturer would fill the void left by the Hamamatsu factory.
In August, 2021, KTM Motorsports Director Pit Beirer hinted at a GasGas-branded MotoGP team potentially entering the premier class in the near future.