HRC Director Tetsuhiro Kuwata highlighted Honda's efforts to innovate and improve its performance in MotoGP during the team's presentation for the 2024 season. The Honda RC-V follows a new direction of evolution, symbolized by a complete overhaul of its livery after thirty years of partnership with Repsol.
Tetsuhiro Kuwata pointed out that Honda aims to change everything this year, with work underway in all areas to achieve their goals: “ we understood the direction, now we must follow it » comments the Japanese. The first favorable feedback from pilots during tests in Malaysia confirmed that the modifications made to the RC213V, including a new V4 engine incorporating aerodynamics, had a positive impact on the motorcycle's performance.
« The RC213V is a completely new development. Honda now also integrates aerodynamics into the overall concept. A key step is a new V4 engine » specifies Kuwata san. “ It's not just about aerodynamics, engine and chassis, but we have to look at the whole thing. We are still learning a lot, but we are also understanding a lot ».
Tetsuhiro Kuwata: “ we have four pilots, not just two »
However, despite the progress made, Kuwata admitted that Honda still needs to work on certain aspects, such as grip and traction when exiting corners: “ For us, our weaknesses are very clear. This is what we focus on » he assures motogp.com.
He also stressed the importance of taking advantage of all opportunities, including concessions, to continue developing the motorcycle. Kuwata concluded by emphasizing the need to harness the knowledge gained to overcome the challenges ahead and return to the top of the competition. And this involves making full use of the skills of the four islands evolving under the banner of the golden wing: “ we have four pilots, not just two. We must exploit every opportunity to further develop the motorcycle ».
These declarations reveal the commitment of Honda to innovate and take up challenges to improve its competitiveness in MotoGP. They highlight the importance of adaptability and perseverance in an environment as competitive as MotoGP, where every detail counts to achieve success.
