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Aprilia “very happy” with its 850cc MotoGP engine, as Noale weighs when to switch focus from the final version of its 1000cc bike.
Aprilia is pleased with the performance of its new 850cc engine during testing for the upcoming 2027 MotoGP technical regulations.
KTM has showcased their 850cc engine on track, while Aprilia’s debut with the engine is yet to be confirmed.
Massimo Rivola, the CEO of Aprilia Racing, mentioned that the 850cc engine is ready and running well on the test bench.
Despite focusing on the development of the 1000cc bike in the short term, Aprilia is optimistic about the future of the 850cc prototype.
Aprilia aims for a strong challenge in the 2026 season, complicating the decision on when to shift resources to the 850cc bike.
The main development crossover for Aprilia is expected to happen around March or April 2026, with significant technical changes coming in the 2027 regulations.
