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As discussions between the manufacturers intensify over the future MotoGP technical rules, there is now a ‘stable majority’ for reducing engine size from 1000cc to 850cc from 2027.
KTM’s motorsport director, Pit Beirer, announced that KTM supports the reduction of engine capacity to 850cc in MotoGP races. Initially, KTM had joined Aprilia in advocating for reducing engine power by changing the maximum cylinder bore of the existing 1,000cc engines. However, after discussions, they agreed that reducing the capacity to 850cc would be a more sensible approach. Beirer mentioned that reducing the engine capacity by 150cc would decrease torque and power, which could lead to the development of cool MotoGP regulations. The MotoGP series started with 990cc four-strokes in 2002, then switched to 800cc engines from 2007-2011 before returning to 1,000cc in 2012. The hope is that the single ECU and potential aerodynamic cuts will avoid the mistakes made during the 800cc era. Additionally, reducing MotoGP capacity to 850cc might also require adjustments to the Moto2 class, as it currently uses 765cc Triumph engines and could receive more competitive tires when it transitions to Pirellis next season.
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