MotoGP paddock reacts to one-bike proposal during practice sessions
2 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
The Manufacturers' Association (MSMA) proposal to limit MotoGP riders to one bike during practice has drawn significant concern from the paddock. The discussion, which gained traction after meetings at the Hungarian Grand Prix, remains contentious among manufacturers who are considering cost-saving measures. Teams estimate potential savings of approximately €1.5 million per team, but the change could slow motorcycle development. The Grand Prix Commission must approve the proposal, which appears closer to passing amidst growing criticism. Further discussions are planned for Wednesday to address details related to the proposal.
- •MSMA proposes limiting practice to one bike per rider for cost reduction.
- •Teams estimate savings of €1.5 million per season per team.
- •Proposal raises concerns about slowing motorcycle development.
- •Grand Prix Commission will vote on the proposal soon.
- •Further details to be discussed in a meeting on Wednesday.
- 9:25 AMAutosport — The proposal that has left the MotoGP paddock in shock
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Why the one-bike proposal has left the entire MotoGP paddock in shock
- 9:00 AMMotorsport.com — Why the one-bike proposal has left the entire MotoGP paddock in shock
"The Hungarian Grand Prix may well prove to be a turning point for MotoGP, both in the short and long term. On track, Marc Marquez returned to winning ways, raising doubts among those who assumed the title was Aprilia’s to lose. Off track, however, attention has increasingly shifted toward next season and, more specifically, to the impact of the Manufacturers’ Association (MSMA) proposal to ...Keep reading
"The Hungarian Grand Prix may well prove to be a turning point for MotoGP, both in the short and long term. On track, Marc Marquez returned to winning ways, raising doubts among those who assumed the title was Aprilia’s to lose. Off track, however, attention has increasingly shifted toward next season and, more specifically, to the impact of the Manufacturers’ Association (MSMA) proposal to ...Keep reading
"The proposal to reduce MotoGP riders from two bikes to one during practice sessions has sent shockwaves through the paddock because of the far-reaching consequences it could have at every level of the sport
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External links- AutosportJun 10, 2026, 9:25 AMThe proposal that has left the MotoGP paddock in shock
The Hungarian Grand Prix may well prove to be a turning point for MotoGP, both in the short and long term. On track, Marc Marquez returned to winning ways, raising doubts among those who assumed the title was Aprilia’s to lose. Off track, however, attention has increasingly shifted toward next season and, more specifically, to the impact of the Manufacturers’ Association (MSMA) proposal to ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 9:00 AMWhy the one-bike proposal has left the entire MotoGP paddock in shock
The proposal to reduce MotoGP riders from two bikes to one during practice sessions has sent shockwaves through the paddock because of the far-reaching consequences it could have at every level of the sport
- Motorsport.comJun 10, 2026, 9:00 AMWhy the one-bike proposal has left the entire MotoGP paddock in shock
The Hungarian Grand Prix may well prove to be a turning point for MotoGP, both in the short and long term. On track, Marc Marquez returned to winning ways, raising doubts among those who assumed the title was Aprilia’s to lose. Off track, however, attention has increasingly shifted toward next season and, more specifically, to the impact of the Manufacturers’ Association (MSMA) proposal to ...Keep reading
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