P1racenews AI automatic summary:
KTM’s made a habit of looking much worse in pre-season MotoGP testing than it actually turns out to be when racing begins. So how does it really look coming into 2024?
On the eve of the 2023 MotoGP season, there was conflicting information emerging from KTM – with team boss Francesco Guidotti acknowledging a tough pre-season, while newcomer Jack Miller exuded confidence in their lap times. Brad Binder, the team’s other rider, seemed uneasy about the pre-season but remained steadfast in his support publicly. KTM surprised everyone at the season opener in Portimao by breaking the lap record on the first day, despite a lackluster testing performance just weeks prior. The turnaround from testing to the actual race last year showed KTM’s ability to transform and excel with their RC16 model. As the 2024 season approaches, KTM’s consistent improvements and enhanced bike components indicate a strong potential for success, causing concern among their competitors. Despite challenges in recent tests, Binder’s and Miller’s positive feedback on the bike’s enhancements and improved performance suggest KTM is poised for a successful season.
