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BMW has admitted it is “not viable” for the German manufacturer to assemble a MotoGP team ahead of the 2027 regulation changes.
BMW has acknowledged that it is not feasible for the German manufacturer to establish a MotoGP team before the 2027 regulation changes. Despite ongoing speculation since 2002, BMW’s entry into the MotoGP realm has not progressed beyond rumors. Efforts to acquire Suzuki’s structure post their 2022 withdrawal or take over KTM’s MotoGP entry were thwarted. Toprak Razgatlioglu’s departure for the Pramac Yamaha team makes BMW’s MotoGP entry seem even less likely, with all indications pointing towards him leading the project. BMW Motorrad CEO Markus Flasch stated that entering MotoGP in 2027 is definitely not feasible, and the final decision is still pending. Flasch emphasized the need for a strategic decision first, with motorsport options including GP, off-road, and the successful WSBK. BMW’s motorsport strategy is under constant evaluation, and a definitive answer regarding MotoGP is expected in the coming months.
