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Joan Mir was not happy with the Honda package he will start the 2026 MotoGP season on
Following MotoGP pre-season testing, Joan Mir acknowledges that Honda lacks a “super competitive” bike and seeks a “revolution” to address its main weakness of grip deficiency. Despite a successful 2025 season, Honda faces challenges and expectations for this year are high. Mir led Honda into 10th place at the Buriram test, but expressed concerns about grip issues with the RC213V, attributing part of the problem to a new rear tire carcass. Mir believes Honda’s improvement is hindered by the lack of a top-tier package. He emphasizes the urgent need for a major breakthrough to enhance grip and competitiveness against rivals like Ducati and Aprilia. Mir hopes for developments to propel Honda forward and close the gap with the competition.
