In the competitive world of MotoGP, the Ducati Desmosedici GP24 has quickly established itself as the dominant force of the season, capturing victories in three of the first four races offered by the two Grands Prix opening hostilities. This achievement leaves fans and experts wondering: how does the GP24 really differ from its predecessor, the GP23? Ducati star riders Pecco Bagnaia and Jorge Martin give us an insight.
Let's start with Pecco Bagnaia who enthusiastically shares: “ with the GP24, I feel like Ducati read my mind. It fits perfectly with my way of driving. For Jorge Martin? That, I couldn't say. But for me, the adaptation was immediate. The bike has that “little extra” that I was looking for with the GP23 »
bagnaia nevertheless tempers: “ if we look at the chrono, the two models are very close. What really changes is the feeling you get while driving… It's as if we had merged the best features of the GP22 and GP23. Currently, the feeling is positive. Enea and Martin also shine in the GP24, showing that our work is paying off »
Jorge Martin: “ the two Ducati, GP23 and GP24, offer comparable performances »
George Martin, the current leader of the championship, is a little more reserved: “ it is true that the two models, GP23 and GP24, offer comparable performances. Opting for the same mount as Pecco puts me on par with him, which is crucial. Ducati has managed to make the bike a bit more stable. But as for lap times, it's too tight to decide »
The Martinator's methodical approach emphasizes the importance of continuous evolution: “ What's fascinating about Ducati is their ability to refine the model as the season progresses. According to Gigi Dall'Igna, the GP24 is just the base. There is still much to explore and improve. The journey has only just begun »
These thoughts from the two pilots Ducati highlight the delicate balance between technological innovation and driver adaptation. With the GP24, Ducati seems to have created a machine that not only pushes the limits of performance but also harmonizes with the instincts of its riders, promising a season of MotoGP more electrifying than ever. However, if you listen to the two spearheads of the Borgo Panigale factory, having a GP23 is anything but a handicap. Marc Marquez will therefore be able to act as referees, or even more if there are affinities.
