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Aleix Espargaro and Takaaki Nakagami’s Sepang presence suggests further testing for Honda’s 850cc MotoGP bike.
HRC MotoGP test riders Aleix Espargaro and Takaaki Nakagami are partaking in a private multi-day test at Sepang, sparking speculation about Honda’s 850cc prototype being back on course.
The debut of Honda’s 2027 machine at the Malaysian circuit in late December was well-received, with Nakagami noting the prototype’s light feel and overall positive impression.
Espargaro’s social media posts hint at dry and bright conditions for the current three-day test, a departure from the rain-interrupted first outing.
Speculation suggests that Espargaro might soon test the 850cc machine, aligning with a timeline he mentioned previously about focusing on the prototype in the early months of the year.
This shift to smaller engines, a change in tyre supplier from Michelin to Pirelli, and enhanced testing by manufacturers like Pirelli and individual manufacturer tests are notable components of the 2027 regulations in MotoGP.
