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Jonathan Rea has likened his relationship with Kawasaki to Valentino Rossi’s bond to Yamaha.
Jonathan Rea and Kawasaki have been the most successful rider-team combination in WorldSBK history, winning six championships together. However, they will be parting ways after the 2023 season finale in Jerez. Rea expressed that he needed something new and a new challenge to face, but also mentioned that his name and Kawasaki will always be connected in some way. He compared his relationship with Kawasaki to Rossi and Yamaha, in terms of the long-standing partnership. Rea will be joining Yamaha in 2024, taking Toprak Razgatlıoglu’s seat. As for his crew chief, Pere Riba, Rea stated that they have only discussed his own future for now. Rea’s Kawasaki seat will be taken by Axel Bassani next season, and Rea believes it’s a great opportunity for Bassani to join an official team. He wished Bassani the best and emphasized that he will be working with a wonderful group of people.
Source: Crash
