Honda's efforts to regain its supremacy in MotoGP.
The iconic golden-winged brand, Honda, has taken drastic measures to address the challenges it faces in the MotoGP World Championship. Faced with persistent rumors about a possible exit from the competition, the company has decided to bring forward its vacations and focus on the development of its bike for the future. The current crisis and the uncertainty of losing their star rider, Marc Márquez, have led Honda to take decisive actions to reverse the situation.
Aware that solving the question of whether they can win again is a matter of time and hard work, Honda's engineers have embarked on the ambitious project of the RC213V 2024. The shortage of results and injuries to several of their riders have been a tough blow to the brand, which has historically been a reference in the premier class of MotoGP.
The decision to bring forward the holidays aims to halt any damage that could affect the brand's image and keep them in the fight for the championship. With an uncertain future, Honda has focused on improving its motorcycle to make it safer and more competitive.
One of the main challenges they face is achieving a greater grip on the rear wheel. To achieve this, they have focused their efforts on the development of the chassis, aerodynamics, and engines, even collaborating with the racing department of Red Bull in Formula 1.
Test rider Stefan Bradl has been a key player in the motorcycle development process on the Misano circuit. His experience and feedback have helped identify current deficits and seek a 180º turn for the 2024 RC213V. While Honda has had some unsuccessful attempts in the past, such as the Kalex chassis that didn't perform as expected, the company doesn't give up and continues its pursuit to reclaim the MotoGP throne.
With the deadline set for August 4th at Silverstone, Honda has an intense schedule of testing and development at Jerez and Misano, where Bradl will continue fine-tuning the bike and seeking solutions. They don't give up on anything, and with the determination to chase down the European manufacturers, Honda is determined to prove that their legacy of success in MotoGP is far from over.