MotoGP: KTM hopes to count on Dani Pedrosa within two months

At KTM, we push with energy and will the RC16 cart into the MotoGP mine, hoping to see the end of the tunnel. Because for the moment, apart Pol Espargaro which changes things over a few laps thanks to a constant attack, the objective of developing a user-friendly and efficient motorcycle on all tracks and the length of a Grand Prix is ​​far from being acquired. Johann zarco is focused on the subject and lacks an element of experience to speed things up. He is in Mattighofen, but with a broken collarbone: Dani Pedrosa.

A bill which required a delicate operation which required a long convalescence. However, Dani Pedrosa showed that he had started to get back into shape and in Mattighofen, we have what we need in terms of skills to take charge of the champions who must regain their health. In fact, the Austrians hope to see the return of their Spaniard, formerly with Honda, in...two months.

His accomplice for several years in the HRC box and now responsible for the KTM team explains the situation as follows: “ the operation went well, I spoke to him on the phone shortly after. Now it's just a matter of time. Hopefully he'll be healthy again in about two months, but I'm not a doctor ».

« We have big plans with him, but we'll see when he's ready to get back on the bike ». Leitner is familiar with the physical problems of Pedrosa, having already worked alongside him: “ he has already had to face this type of situation and he knows well how to prepare to return to the top of his condition ". But already, the roadmap is written: “ we spoke with Dani about the best possible approach for this work. For years I worked alongside him and I know his talent. It has long been among the best in its class and can provide us with important information. Dani is a very precise and meticulous rider, the partnership with KTM is certainly excellent news ».

On this level, Sebastian Risse, technical director of Red Bull KTM Factory, agrees: “ we need to be able to create a bike with Pedrosa that suits not only him, but all riders ", he declared on Motoracing. " It's a demanding job for everyone. Dani is a driver who looks at the details a lot and we have to try to put him at ease straight away. He has a lot of experience and we are happy to be able to use him, even if we have to wait a while longer. We hope to see him back as soon as possible and that he can get back into action as quickly as possible. ».

That turns out well, Dani Pedrosa is today at KTM in Austria…