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BMW Motorrad’s new boss Markus Flasch has admitted there could be a possibility of BMW entering MotoGP in the future.
The 2027 rule changes in MotoGP have piqued the interest of the German manufacturer, BMW, sparking rumors of a potential deal with Dorna already in place. These changes will involve a shift to smaller 850cc engines and the use of fully sustainable fuel in the competition. Markus Schramm was succeeded by Markus Flasch as the new CEO of BMW’s Motorrad division, who believes that a strong presence in motorsport contributes significantly to brand strength. BMW has been actively involved in two-wheeled motorsport, including signing the 2021 World Superbike champion and investing in endurance racing. Dorna, the governing body of MotoGP, faces the challenge of attracting new manufacturers following Suzuki’s withdrawal from the sport in 2022.
