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Aprilia is “not yet” ready to declare its RS-GP the best bike in MotoGP despite locking out the podium in France.
Aprilia, despite its impressive performance in the MotoGP races of 2026, is not yet ready to claim its bike as the best on the grid for that year.
Currently leading in all three MotoGP championships – for riders, teams, and manufacturers – Aprilia recently celebrated its first podium lockout in the premier class at Le Mans.
Having won four out of five grands prix this year and achieving podium finishes in all five rounds, Aprilia is keeping a humble approach, with team manager Paolo Bonora opting not to declare the RS-GP as MotoGP’s best bike just yet.
Bonora emphasized the importance of setting realistic goals for the team’s riders and not putting undue pressure on them, highlighting the performance improvements seen in rider Jorge Martin after adjustments made during testing.
Despite Martin’s standout performance, fellow Aprilia rider Marco Bezzecchi faced challenges in adapting to the setup at Le Mans, showcasing the team’s ongoing efforts to fine-tune the bikes for optimal performance.
