Pol Espargaro warns MotoGP riders about upcoming 2027 technical changes
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 9:23 AM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026
Pol Espargaro says MotoGP riders are currently unaware of the significant technical adjustments scheduled for the 2027 season. As the developer for the KTM 850cc prototype, Espargaro has been testing new equipment ahead of the upcoming regulations overhaul. A central component of this shift is the transition from Michelin to Pirelli as the sole tyre supplier for the championship. Michelin has served as the exclusive provider since 2016, making the switch to Pirelli a notable departure for the current grid. Espargaro notes that the development process reveals complexities that many competitors have not yet encountered or fully anticipated for their future machine configurations.
- •Pol Espargaro is currently developing the KTM 850cc prototype motorcycle.
- •Pirelli will replace Michelin as the official MotoGP tyre supplier in 2027.
- •Michelin has held the exclusive tyre supply contract for the series since 2016.
- •Technical regulations are undergoing a comprehensive overhaul for the 2027 season.
- 9:23 AMMotorsport.com — Pol Espargaro warns 'MotoGP riders not aware of the change coming with 2027 tyres'
- 9:23 AMYahoo Sports — Pol Espargaro warns 'MotoGP riders not aware of the change coming with 2027 tyres'
"Pol Espargaro, who is developing KTM's new 850cc prototype, has warned that MotoGP riders are "not aware of the change that is coming" next year as part of a sweeping overhaul of the technical rules. One of the biggest changes coming to MotoGP in 2027 is a switch in tyre suppliers, with Pirelli replacing Michelin, which has been the championship’s sole supplier since 2016. As part of his ...Keep reading
"Espargaro says "everything will completely change" in MotoGP with the switch to Pirelli tyres in 2027
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External links- Motorsport.comSep 5, 2026, 9:23 AMPol Espargaro warns 'MotoGP riders not aware of the change coming with 2027 tyres'
Pol Espargaro, who is developing KTM's new 850cc prototype, has warned that MotoGP riders are "not aware of the change that is coming" next year as part of a sweeping overhaul of the technical rules. One of the biggest changes coming to MotoGP in 2027 is a switch in tyre suppliers, with Pirelli replacing Michelin, which has been the championship’s sole supplier since 2016. As part of his ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 9:23 AMPol Espargaro warns 'MotoGP riders not aware of the change coming with 2027 tyres'
Espargaro says "everything will completely change" in MotoGP with the switch to Pirelli tyres in 2027
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