MotoGP has revealed new technical regulations, to be introduced from the 2027 season, with the primary aims of reducing speed and keeping costs under control.
Key to this first aim is a reduction in engine capacity from 1,000cc to 850cc, in conjunction with a reduction in maximum bore from 81mm to 75mm. The engine allowance per rider each season will also be cut from the current seven to six. The motorcycle series had already committed to switching to fully synthetic fuel by 2027, though fuel tank volume will also be cut from 22 liters to 20 liters.
Recent seasons have seen an aerodynamics war erupt in top-tier motorcycle racing. With the series’ organizers wanting to keep development in check, new limits are to be introduced. Notably, the maximum permitted width of the front fairings will be reduced by 50mm and pushed further back on the bike. Meanwhile, aerodynamic devices will also have to be homologated and teams will be permitted only one update per season.
Significantly, all ride height control and holeshot devices – used by teams to help control the attitude of bikes on launch – are to be banned. Furthermore, GPS data for all riders will be available to all teams after each session, with the aim of helping level the grid.
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