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Nicolo Bulega says it was “much easier” to adapt to Ducati’s 850cc MotoGP bike than the one he rode in 2025.
Nicolo Bulega believes that Pirelli’s prototype MotoGP tyres give a similar feel to WorldSBK machines. After winning three WorldSBK races, he traveled 900km to Mugello for his first test with Ducati’s 850cc MotoGP bike. The difference in feeling with the Pirelli tyres on the 850cc bike compared to the Michelin tyres on the 1000cc machine was significant for Bulega. He found it easier to transition between Superbike and MotoGP due to the similarity in tyre characteristics. Bulega highlighted the absence of ride height devices in MotoGP from 2027 onwards as simplifying the transition for riders from Superbike or Moto2. With his recent success in WorldSBK and ongoing links to a potential MotoGP seat for next year, Bulega’s future remains promising.
