KTM clears hurdle to repair MotoGP engine ahead of Aragon GP
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 12:24 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
KTM has received approval from rival manufacturers to open the sealed engines of its RC16 bikes the week before the Aragon Grand Prix. This decision comes after KTM formally requested permission from the other MotoGP teams via the MSMA and IRTA to fix a problematic part affecting its engine performance. This opportunity to repair engines could help KTM compete more effectively in upcoming races as they gear up for the Aragon GP. The scheduled maintenance will take place in the lead-up to the event, allowing necessary adjustments to be made.
- •KTM received permission from other MotoGP manufacturers.
- •The engine repairs are set for the week before the Aragon GP.
- •The RC16 bikes have a faulty part that needs replacement.
- •Approval granted through MSMA and IRTA channels.
- 12:24 PMAutosport — KTM allowed to fix faulty MotoGP engine after U-turn from rivals
- 12:21 PMMotorsport.com — KTM given green light to fix faulty MotoGP engine before Aragon GP
- 12:21 PMYahoo Sports — KTM given green light to fix faulty MotoGP engine before Aragon GP
"KTM will be able to open the sealed engines of its RC16 bikes the week before the Aragon GP, after receiving approval from the rest of the manufacturers in MotoGP. As Motorsport.com revealed in mid-July, KTM formally requested the remaining MotoGP manufacturers, through the MSMA and IRTA, for permission to open the sealed engines of its four MotoGP bikes in order to replace a part that is ...Keep reading
"KTM will be able to open the sealed engines of its RC16 bikes the week before the Aragon GP, after receiving approval from the rest of the manufacturers in MotoGP. As Autosport revealed in mid-July, KTM formally requested the remaining manufacturers, through the MSMA and IRTA, for permission to open the sealed engines of its four MotoGP bikes to replace a part that is causing the RC16 to ...Keep reading
"Positive news for KTM after rival manufacturers previously blocked its attempt to fix the RC16's faulty engine
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External links- AutosportAug 7, 2026, 12:24 PMKTM allowed to fix faulty MotoGP engine after U-turn from rivals
KTM will be able to open the sealed engines of its RC16 bikes the week before the Aragon GP, after receiving approval from the rest of the manufacturers in MotoGP. As Autosport revealed in mid-July, KTM formally requested the remaining manufacturers, through the MSMA and IRTA, for permission to open the sealed engines of its four MotoGP bikes to replace a part that is causing the RC16 to ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comAug 7, 2026, 12:21 PMKTM given green light to fix faulty MotoGP engine before Aragon GP
KTM will be able to open the sealed engines of its RC16 bikes the week before the Aragon GP, after receiving approval from the rest of the manufacturers in MotoGP. As Motorsport.com revealed in mid-July, KTM formally requested the remaining MotoGP manufacturers, through the MSMA and IRTA, for permission to open the sealed engines of its four MotoGP bikes in order to replace a part that is ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 12:21 PMKTM given green light to fix faulty MotoGP engine before Aragon GP
Positive news for KTM after rival manufacturers previously blocked its attempt to fix the RC16's faulty engine
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