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Aleix Espargaro says Honda’s MotoGP rebuild needs time, “the one thing you can’t buy” but 2027 technical reset will speed things up.
Aleix Espargaro, the new HRC test and wild-card rider, believes MotoGP’s 2027 technical shake-up will propel Honda back to the forefront of the competition.
As Ducati currently leads with six race riders, Honda is utilizing its expanded testing allowances to develop the next-gen RCV, with Espargaro, Bradl, and Nakagami on board.
Espargaro emphasizes that the switch from Michelin to Pirelli tires will significantly impact the bikes, more so than the decreased engine size to 850cc.
The 2027 technical rules will eliminate ride-height devices and impose stricter aero restrictions, changes that Espargaro feels favor Honda’s comeback strategy.
At the midway point of the season, Zarco leads Honda’s charge in seventh place, with the team exceeding its 2024 points total and showing promising progress with new bike developments.
Espargaro’s involvement as a wild card and his satisfaction in aiding Honda’s revival reflect his positive outlook on the team’s return to dominance in MotoGP.
