P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Pedro Acosta on KTM MotoGP bike gains: ‘I had five crashes in last year’s test’
Pedro Acosta mentions that the 2026 KTM MotoGP bike is slightly easier to ride compared to the previous year, when he crashed multiple times while trying to push at the Sepang test.
KTM was confident in their work during the winter, providing their riders with new items to test during the Sepang test, including new aero, chassis, and swingarm components.
Acosta led the way for KTM on the second day of the test, noting that the 2026 RC16 feels easier to ride and be fast on.
Despite the improvements, Acosta recalls his struggles from the previous year, highlighting the challenges of going fast while constantly crashing.
He expresses satisfaction with the progress made during testing, especially in aerodynamics, and acknowledges that there is still work to be done.
Acosta remains cautious about assessing the tire wear on the RC16 without proper long-running testing, emphasizing the importance of focusing on tire life on the following day.
