Mini revolution in MotoGP: here’s how winter testing will change

Important new regulation updates have been introduced for MotoGP. Having convened on 22 April at Portimao, the Grand Prix Commission has decided to make some changes for next season, reducing the already limited number of test days available to teams and riders in the top class.

MotoGP test restrictions

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In mutual agreement with Michelin, the Commission has opted to reduce the number of official test days permitted in the MotoGP class, a decision that is due to the increasing number of races on the calendar.

The revised test programme is:

One 1-Day official test following the final event of 2022 season, at the same circuit used for the final event.

One 3-Day “shakedown” test prior to the first official test after the winter test ban period. For factory test riders and MotoGP class rookie riders only.

One 3-Day official test, after the winter test ban period and before the first event of the season.

One 2-Day official test, after the winter test ban period and before the first event of the season.

Two 1-Day official tests on the Monday or Tuesday after a GP event at circuits and dates to be agreed by the teams and Dorna/IRTA.

Technical updates

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From 2024 it will be mandatory in all classes to use fuel with a minimum of 40% of non-fossil origin. This percentage will be increased to 100% for the 2027 season. The exact specification for the fuel characteristics will be published later.

Translated by Heather Watson

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