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Yamaha’s worrying admission: ‘We have reached the best from current bike’
During the 2023 season, Fabio Quartararo and Franco Morbidelli have struggled, achieving only two podium finishes, both by Quartararo. Quartararo’s one-lap pace has been lacking compared to other riders, and overtaking has been difficult for both Quartararo and Morbidelli. Despite some small improvements to the current Yamaha bike, it is clear that more needs to be done to compete with Ducati, Aprilia, and KTM. The 2024 season is crucial for Quartararo and Yamaha, and delivering a better bike is a priority to keep Quartararo happy. Yamaha has made improvements to their engine, but more is needed in terms of power and smoothness. Cal Crutchlow’s feedback about the engine’s aggressiveness has guided their development.
Source: Crash
