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KTM Incorporates Future Star Pedro Acosta into Brno Tests!
The world of motorsport is buzzing with excitement! MotoGP manufacturers continue their preparations for the 2027 season at a relentless pace, and Austrian giant KTM has made the decision to include future star Pedro Acosta in a special test program at Brno. This move is being viewed as an important step demonstrating KTM’s strategic vision and the potential of the young talent.
Testing the New Generation 850cc RC16
KTM plans to subject the new generation 850 cc motorcycle, developed for the 2027 season, to a comprehensive evaluation process during tests at the Brno circuit. Feedback obtained thanks to Pedro Acosta’s technical expertise and experience will play a critical role in optimizing the performance of the RC16 prototype during this process. Within the test program, Pirelli tires, which will become MotoGP's official tire suppliers from 2027 onwards, are also being tested under various conditions. This will allow KTM to shape its racing strategies and motorcycle settings in the best possible way for the future.
A Shift in KTM’s Approach
In MotoGP history, manufacturers have generally not been keen on involving drivers who are expected to leave the team in future projects. However, with the start of the Brno test program, a shift in this approach is being observed. KTM assigning Acosta a testing role is similar to Honda's plans to test its 2027 motorcycle with drivers it expects to race for different teams in the future. Manufacturers aim to gather as much data as possible before new rules come into effect and shape their strategies accordingly.
Pedrosa and Espargaró’s Involvement
Pedro Acosta will not be alone at the Brno tests. Dani Pedrosa and Pol Espargaró, test riders who have been working with KTM for a long time in the development program, will also work on the new motorcycle. It is reported that Pedrosa and Espargaró gave positive feedback about the motorcycle during the first 850 cc tests carried out at Jerez, indicating that KTM has made a significant distance in its 2027 project against its rivals. This also shows that KTM’s test program is being conducted comprehensively and effectively.
The First Major Comparison of 2027
The Brno test is of great importance not only for KTM but also for all MotoGP manufacturers. For the first time, a significant portion of current MotoGP riders will have the opportunity to experience 850 cc prototypes and Pirelli tires together. It is expected that Ducati will be represented by Marc Marquez and Fermin Aldeguer, Aprilia by Marco Bezzecchi, and Yamaha by Toprak Razgatlıoğlu and Augusto Fernandez in the test program. This will allow manufacturers to directly compare each other’s development levels.
Confident in Acosta
Pedro Acosta's participation in this test shows that KTM still has confidence in the young star. Even if his future is in a different color, the Spaniard driver's feedback will continue to play an important role in KTM’s 2027 MotoGP project. This is creating great excitement within the motor sports community and shedding light on who the future stars are.
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