We often talk about the MotoGP class, but we too often forget that the current stars have, for the most part, come from the Moto3 championship; and it risks radically changing in 2028. As a reminder, this category replaced the old 125cc in 2012, but the costs have only increased. Now, only two manufacturers, Honda and KTM, share the grid; a situation that Dorna would like to change.
Moto3 is now almost a necessary step for anyone who wants to conquer MotoGP, but several problems are inherent in this class, where only specialists shine. as we detailed in this articleThe future reduction of the cylinder capacity from 1000cc to 850cc in MotoGP inevitably leads Carlos Ezpeleta, sporting director of MotoGP, to reflect on the evolution of the Moto3 championship. "We are currently talking with the MotoGP teams, with the aim of creating a concept viable enough for a new category from 2028It would replace Moto3 after 15 years of existence. he confided in an interview with speedweek.
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There are many challenges to solving this puzzle. First, not all manufacturers are necessarily interested in producing a large number of small-displacement bikes, while KTM and Honda have gained a wealth of experience over the years. Furthermore, costs must be kept down, as they have become prohibitive for semi-official teams like Red Bull KTM Ajo or Honda Leopard Racing. “Honda and KTM have set the bar very high. It was stipulated that each manufacturer should be represented by six driversBut if new brands arrive, those already present will have to reorient themselves. It's very complex" he continued.
Without giving too much away, Carmelo Ezpeleta's son vaguely described what the future of Moto3 could look like. « This category will continue to serve the upper classes. So we have to keep this competitive spirit, and racing motorcycles. We don't rule out rapprochements with production machines, but we totally rule out the idea of racing with production motorcycles. Even if MotoGP is at the heart of our concerns, we know that we must maintain a solid base » he concluded.
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