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The MotoGP Commission announced significant rule changes aimed at increasing race safety. Within these changes, the use of pre-start height systems on motorcycles (holeshot devices) is prohibited, while grid arrangements and the maximum number of motorcycles permitted per manufacturer are being limited. The new rules aim to reduce congestion in the first corners and maximize overall race safety.
The MotoGP Grand Prix Commission announced a series of critical decisions before the Dutch Grand Prix that will change the dynamics of the sport. These new rules aim to increase rider safety and ensure competition proceeds on a more balanced foundation.
Safety-Focused Technical Changes
A decision was made to completely eliminate pre-start height systems used on MotoGP motorcycles. These systems, commonly known as "holeshot devices," will be banned in all MotoGP races starting from the Dutch Grand Prix. The management's early decision is based on safety concerns experienced recently. Specifically, safety in the first corner has been brought back onto the agenda following incidents in Catalonia and Balaton Park.
The function of these systems was to lower the front of the motorcycle, reducing the lift-off of the front wheel during the launch and allowing the rider to accelerate better. However, for this mechanism to be bypassed, riders had to apply heavy braking. It was noted that this situation carried the potential to cause unexpected movements, especially for rivals following closely. The MotoGP management eliminated the system early to remove these risks.
When explaining this decision, the MotoGP management stated:
Pre-start height systems known as holeshot devices will be removed from all MotoGP motorcycles starting from the Dutch Grand Prix. This decision was made after consultations with all MotoGP teams and opportunities for riders to test the system in extra start training.
Grid Arrangement and Manufacturer Limits
A significant change is also being made to the grid arrangement to increase safety at the start of races. The new regulations, which will apply to all classes starting from the 2026 German Grand Prix, will change the vertical distance between positions. The current three-meter gap will be increased to four meters. This will raise the total distance between the three riders in each row from nine meters to twelve meters. However, the existing 3x3 grid system will be maintained, and a transition to a 2x2 grid arrangement, like in Formula 1, will not occur. This change is implemented with the goal of reducing congestion in the first corner. It was emphasized that this regulation will increase the importance of rider positioning.
Furthermore, a restriction has been placed on the maximum number of motorcycles permitted per manufacturer in MotoGP. Starting from the 2028 season, the maximum number of riders a manufacturer can use their motorcycles with is limited to six. For this rule to be applicable, it is required that at least five manufacturers compete in the championship. This means that manufacturers can provide motorcycles to a maximum of two satellite teams in addition to their factory team. Currently, only one manufacturer [Ducati] represents six motorcycles on the grid. For this rule to take effect, it is required that at least five manufacturers compete in the championship.
These regulations are considered critical steps toward raising competition and safety standards. We await with curiosity how MotoGP will create dynamics in future races.
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