MotoGP: Massimo Meregalli discusses the work done by Yamaha, but it's not without risk

Yamaha has definitely been on a roll in recent weeks. After a first pole position at Jerez, the Iwata-based firm repeated the feat at Le Mans, thanks to the national hero. fabio quartararoYamaha MotoGP team principal Massimo Meregalli can congratulate himself on his rapid progress, but he's keeping his feet firmly on the ground. The men in blue are working on three key projects at once, two of which are crucial. This situation doesn't leave the engineers much sleep, but getting back to the top is everyone's mission.

Meregalli spoke after the French MotoGP Grand Prix, which proved to be a success for Yamaha. A new, more powerful engine was introduced during the Jerez tests, and it seems to be a unanimous success. « Handling is always more important than power. And with this new engine that develops more horsepower, we don't lose anything in other areas. It's a win-win situation. » he affirmed to TNT Sports.

 

 

Everyone seems delighted with this improvement. « All the drivers were very happy in Jerez.. And the data was also very positive. These are small improvements, but we are still moving in the right direction – electronically as well. We will have a new test in Misano where we will test more components » he added.

Thanks to more lenient concessions, Yamaha can still work on the engine, unlike European manufacturers. Thus, three crucial projects are currently overlapping. First, the evolution of the current YZR-M1, used by the factory team and Pramac in France. Second, that famous V4 engine being tested some time ago near Valencia. And finally, the bike that will be used in 2027. "It's a multifaceted effort; we're working on several fronts at once. The effort we're currently making is simply incredible." Let's just hope this doesn't hinder the development of Yamaha's next MotoGP, because in the meantime, other manufacturers can focus their efforts on the 2027 regulations.

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