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Aprilia CEO Massimo Rivola has expressed that the marque boasting a brand-new rider line-up heading into the 2025 MotoGP season is “not ideal” preparations-wise. Aleix Espargaro will conclude his seven-year spell with Aprilia once this term concludes, while team-mate Maverick Vinales has opted to move to Tech3 GasGas KTM. But next season Aprilia will hold […]
Aleix Espargaro is leaving Aprilia after seven years, while Maverick Vinales will join Tech3 GasGas KTM next season. Aprilia will welcome Jorge Martin and Marco Bezzecchi in their place. Despite the challenge of revamped line-up, Team Manager Rivola is optimistic about the talents of the new riders. While Rivola acknowledged the suboptimal situation of changing two riders simultaneously, he expressed confidence in Martin and Bezzecchi. There are rumors of Espargaro joining Honda as a test rider, and the development team led by Lorenzo Savadori has been crucial for Aprilia’s success. Rivola emphasized the importance of teamwork and manufacturer support in bike development. The team also looks forward to enhancements with the addition of Trackhouse rider Raul Fernandez and the continuous efforts of the drawing office and test team.
