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Maverick Vinales explores new KTM aero, ‘salad box’ on way to the top of the Aragon MotoGP test timesheets.
At Monday’s MotoGP test in Aragon, Maverick Vinales set a new lap record, surpassing Marco Bezzecchi and Marc Marquez for the top spot after his Sunday crash. Vinales, riding for Tech3 KTM, tested new aerodynamics, engine configuration updates, and a mass damper on his RC16. The team focused on improving the bike’s turning capability, with Vinales expressing satisfaction with the teamwork and progress made. The new aero package helped with cornering but had some drawbacks on braking and turning while on gas, which will be evaluated for future tracks like Mugello. KTM’s technical director Sebastian Risse highlighted the team’s efforts to improve aero and chassis components across all riders and aim to implement findings efficiently for the upcoming Italian Grand Prix in June.
