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Miguel Oliveira says that his Pramac Yamaha is “very different” to the bikes he has ridden in his MotoGP career following the Barcelona test.
Following an injury-plagued 2024 season at Trackhouse, Oliveira transitioned to the Pramac team as a satellite Yamaha rider, using an Inline4 machine for the first time in his career. Oliveira found the Yamaha bike to offer good feedback but noted it was unlike anything he had previously ridden. He highlighted its friendliness towards the rider, emphasizing the importance of clear feedback for navigation. Oliveira’s focus during his test debut with Yamaha was primarily on setup and ensuring a smooth transition into the Pramac team. Looking ahead, Oliveira expressed the desire for Yamaha to enhance the braking aspect of the bike before the Sepang test. Despite recognizing positives in the Inline4 engine, Oliveira acknowledged areas that require improvement as well.
