MotoGP: New 2027 regulations announced to improve racing

Marks the end of the litre-class motorcycles in MotoGP, downsizing the engine displacement to 850cc.

MotoGP recently came under the new ownership of Liberty Media, which also owns Formula 1. Now, the motorcycle racing series has announced a new set of technical regulations, which is scheduled to come into effect from 2027 onwards.

The new regulations will make the premier-class championship more road-relevant and more efficient; while offering better racing and more overtaking. It also marks the end of the litre-class motorcycles in MotoGP, downsizing the engine displacement to 850cc. The reduced engine displacement will bring down the top speed of the bikes, making them safer, efficient and sustainable. The new regulations limit the bore to 75 mm, down from 81 mm. In addition, the regulations also bring down the number of engines allowed for the entire season from seven to six.

Other regulation changes include a tight control on aerodynamics. MotoGP bikes from 2027 onwards will have a 50 mm narrower top fairing width. Also, the aerodynamics behind the rider will be part of homologation, with teams only allowed to update the same only once per season. MotoGP will also be banning all ride-height and holeshot devices from 2027. To make the sport safer, GPS data of all riders will be available to all teams at the end of each session. This is said to help lower-positioned teams to make better progress and keep costs in check.

MotoGP will introduce 100% sustainable fuels. Currently, the racing series uses up to 40% sustainable fuel. Fuel tank capacity will also be reduced from 22 litres to 20 litres for a full race, while for sprint races it will be limited to 11 litres.

Finally, in 2027, once the regulations come into force, all manufacturers will start the season in Rank B. They will then be assessed by mid-season to change the rank accordingly - ensuring a more level playing field.

Source: Car&Bike