MotoGP, Lin Jarvis: "I will remain active as a senior advisor for Yamaha"

Yamaha is clearly showing its intention to return to the top of MotoGP, and for this, the Japanese manufacturer has decided to keep Lin Jarvis in a key role, albeit at a less intense level. As Jarvis, 66, prepares to pass the torch after a 25-year career at Yamaha, he will remain active as a senior advisor for the team.

Paolo Pavesio, former head of marketing and communications for Yamaha Europe, will officially take the reins as Yamaha Racing General Manager from January 1, 2025. But even after this transition, Jarvis will continue to provide his expertise. In an interview with motogp.com, Lynn Jarvis confirmed : " I will no longer be present at the Grand Prix, but I will remain active as a senior advisor to Yamaha »

Lin Jarvis: “ There is a lot to do, not only in MotoGP, but also to properly structure our Moto2 project »

This choice to maintain Jarvis behind the scenes comes as Yamaha is engaged in several major projects, including the partnership with the team Pramac Racing to return strongly to the premier category. Jarvis also discussed the importance of organization of the Moto2 project, emphasizing that the brand is going through a transition phase with many tasks to accomplish: “ There is a lot to do, not only in MotoGP, but also to properly structure our Moto2 project ».

Yamaha relies on the experience and network of Jarvis to support these changes. The Briton will continue to play a mentoring role, a bit like Heinz Kinigadner at KTM, who helped Red Bull to get more involved. The Japanese manufacturer knows that it must Jarvis some of his greatest hits in MotoGP, including the acquisition and maintenance of Valentino Rossi, and his wisdom is expected to be crucial in guiding Yamaha towards a competitive future.