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Yamaha has suspended its participation in this week’s Sepang MotoGP test due to safety and reliability concerns with its new V4-powered M1
Yamaha has suspended its participation in the Sepang MotoGP test due to safety and reliability concerns with its new V4-powered M1. The issue arose from an engine problem experienced by Fabio Quartararo, leading to safety concerns for other riders. Yamaha is working to understand and resolve the issue before resuming testing to ensure rider safety. The new V4 engine is aimed at improving Yamaha’s straightline speed, but riders like Alex Rins have expressed that it still lacks power. Yamaha is waiting for a new and improved engine spec that may not arrive before the first race in Thailand. Despite the setback, Yamaha completed most of its testing at the Sepang circuit last week and aims to address the V4 issues promptly.
