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Will Superbike success help Ducati in MotoGP’s Pirelli switch?
Ducati’s general manager Gigi Dall’Igna doesn’t believe the success in Superbike will give them an advantage in MotoGP when Pirelli tyres come in 2027. Michelin, the current sole tyre supplier, will be replaced by Pirelli, who recently had their first MotoGP test at Misano. Many engineers anticipate the tyre change to shake up the order more than the new bikes in 2027. Dall’Igna emphasized the importance of understanding the new tyre requirements for faster speeds. Despite Ducati’s success with Pirelli in World Superbikes, Dall’Igna doubts it will directly benefit them in MotoGP due to changes in wheel dimensions. He expects all manufacturers, including Yamaha and Honda from Superbike, to adapt to the new tyre challenges in the upcoming MotoGP season.
