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2026 MotoGP Season: Ducati’s Start Issues – Detailed Explanation by Morbidelli
Serhan Acar, a source keeping pace with the heartbeat of the motorsport world, is announcing a significant development regarding the 2026 MotoGP season. Issues with Ducati’s performance at the start are being voiced by both Lenovo and VR46 riders. The underlying reasons for these problems are illuminated by the striking explanations of experienced pilot Franco Morbidelli.
The Root of the Start Problem Lies in “Optimal Engagement Range”
Lenovo and VR46 riders had expressed their concerns regarding the difficulties they were experiencing at the starts in the 2026 season. Notably, Pecco Bagnaia’s poor getaway in the Sprint race, with the motorcycle consistently exhibiting a tendency to lift the front wheel, and Fabio Di Giannantonio’s similar issues drew attention. Franco Morbidelli, in turn, assessed the fundamental cause of this problem as Ducati’s current MotoGP motorcycle struggling to find its optimal engagement range, despite its high performance potential.
“There are many challenges with this bike. The key is to get everything into the correct engagement range.”
While emphasizing that the GP24 model he used last year was “like a rocket” and could effectively exit the line, Morbidelli noted that the front-lifting issue was becoming more pronounced in the 2026 package. This year’s bike experienced excessive wheelies, and exiting the line became a significant challenge.
Technical Details and the Depth of the Problem
Morbidelli clarified that the problem was not limited to the start system, stating that Ducati’s motorcycle was sensitive in many areas and required precise adjustments. He added that if everything was correctly calibrated, the motorcycle could achieve “rocket-like” starts.
Among the primary issues were difficulties in controlling the front wheel at the moment of the start:
- The motorcycle’s front wheel consistently lifting the front wheel
- Difficulty maintaining balance during the launch
- The narrowing of the correct adjustment window
These factors were negatively impacting Ducati’s past superior start performance, creating a significant disadvantage for the riders.
Performance Potential Remains
Despite the problems, Morbidelli emphasized that Ducati’s performance potential remained unchanged and that, with the correct adjustments, the motorcycle could be capable of winning races. Saying, “If everything is in place, you can achieve fantastic performances with this motorcycle,” he stated that the team would continue its efforts to solve the start problem in upcoming races. It should also be noted that Ducati has the potential to remain one of the strongest motorcycles in MotoGP.
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