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Aprilia "in a higher level than expected" ahead of MotoGP 2024 – Espargaro
The 2024 RS-GP caused a stir at the Sepang test due to its innovative aerodynamic design, earning praise from experts. Despite some early successes, Aleix Espargaro highlighted the bike’s need for more horsepower compared to rivals, especially in qualifying. Espargaro expressed overall satisfaction with the bike’s performance but stressed the importance of improving engine power. Aprilia’s limitations in engine development during the season pose a challenge for addressing these concerns. Espargaro remains hopeful for improvements but acknowledges the difficulty in achieving substantial gains.
