In 2027, MotoGP will have new regulations, which will be finalized this year. From engines to aerodynamics, much could change in the next generation of bikes, although nothing is decided for now, according to Dorna CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta.
The Spanish executive was asked by Marca about the possibility of reducing the engine displacement to 850 cubic centimeters, confirming that there is a high probability of it happening: ‘It’s quite possible. It is not certain yet. Every five years, we negotiate with the manufacturers – more than negotiating, we ask for their opinion, and generally, they have a common opinion on all things. If there are things that are not very common, and in which we have a clear criterion, we make our proposal, and they return it. It is certain that in 2024, we will already have the 2027 regulations finalized’.
While the engine displacement is not entirely certain to change, there is one aspect that is unavoidable: the reduction of the bikes’ aerodynamics will indeed happen, confirmed Ezpeleta. He also emphasized that the devices for adjusting the height will have limitations: ‘If not eliminated… we wanted them to be eliminated. We will see what happens, but they will be reduced a lot, yes’.