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Espargaro: Aprilia needs to improve MotoGP engine to fight at the front
Aprilia has introduced a new version of the RS-GP in pre-season testing, focusing on aerodynamic improvements. Aleix Espargaro had a strong performance, finishing fifth and outperforming all non-Ducati riders. However, he identified engine performance as an area that needs improvement. Mid-corner pace is a strength of the new bike, but Espargaro expressed concern about overtaking slower bikes. Aprilia engineers are still searching for a solution to this issue. Maverick Vinales, on the other hand, struggled with braking and corner entry, finding the bike unstable. Both riders acknowledge the need for further improvements in order to compete with the top teams.
