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Mir: Honda has same MotoGP problems as last year ‘but is faster’
The 2020 world champion encountered an engine issue during the early laps of the Saturday sprint race, but managed to finish as the top Honda rider in 15th place. Despite significant changes to their motorcycle, Honda has not made significant progress in the field. Joan Mir noted that while the same problems persist with the RC213V, the bike is faster overall. Mir highlighted the challenges of balancing confidence with the limits of the front end grip, affecting his ability to push harder without risking a crash. Luca Marini, Mir’s HRC teammate, struggled in last place during his Honda debut due to difficulties with turning the bike and excessive tire usage on corner entry. Marini acknowledged the need to improve the bike’s handling and expressed optimism that Honda can close the gap to their competitors through focused development efforts.
