Overview
- Pramac unveiled its 2026 livery at Siena’s Accademia Musicale Chigiana, presenting Jack Miller and rookie Toprak Razgatlioglu, who will race with number 7.
- Yamaha confirmed the V4-powered M1 will race this season after retiring its inline-four, following 2025 wildcard outings with test rider Augusto Fernandez.
- Razgatlioglu called the step up to MotoGP “really hard” and will take part in the Jan 29–31 Sepang shakedown, while Miller’s first full run comes at the Feb 3–5 test.
- Miller praised Yamaha’s push on the V4, saying engineers have been “busting their arses” and “made miracles happen” to develop the new bike alongside the outgoing M1.
- Teams are prioritizing development in 2026 with an eye on the 2027 rules that cut engines to 850cc and ban the rear height device, shaping riding style and strategy.