P1racenews AI automatic summary:
MotoGP dramatically reduces Michelin testing ahead of 2027 Pirelli switch.
In 2026, each MotoGP manufacturer will have a significantly reduced number of Michelin private testing tyres as the premier class transitions to Pirelli for the new 850cc era. The test tyre allocation in MotoGP is a tool to regulate bike development and is managed by the concessions ranking system. With all manufacturers focusing on developing new 2027-spec 850cc machines with Pirelli tyres, the 1000cc/Michelin development will be phased out throughout the year. The updated 2026 Michelin private testing allocation includes different tyre quantities assigned to each manufacturer based on their ranking, with a considerable reduction in the number of tyres available. The final post-race official test with Michelin tyres is expected to be conducted at Barcelona after the Catalan Grand Prix in mid-May, with all subsequent tests utilizing Pirelli tyres.
