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Joan Mir says Honda’s MotoGP weaknesses are exposed by the Valencia track layout.
Honda’s MotoGP weakness was exposed at the Valencia MotoGP, as Joan Mir revealed that the Circuit Ricardo Tormo track conditions made it difficult for the RC213V to perform well in low-grip situations. Despite finishing ninth-fastest in Practice, Mir was the only Honda rider to secure a spot in Q2 on Friday. The lack of mid-corner speed further highlighted the struggles of the Honda bike at Valencia, where the long corners proved to be a weak point. Mir hopes for improved grip conditions during the weekend but acknowledges the need to modify the bike for better performance. Luca Marini also noted the increased challenges of riding the Honda at Valencia compared to previous years.
