{
  "id": 17563080,
  "title": "Aprilia sees chance for Honda, Yamaha revival in 2027",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/aprilia-sees-chance-for-honda-yamaha-revival-in-2027",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-01T07:53:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/motor-sports/2026/11/1568288/aprilia-sees-chance-honda-yamaha-revival-2027"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Honda and Yamaha could reclaim their position in MotoGP when 2027 technical regulations, including 850cc engines, come into force. Piaggio Group Motorsport Communications Director Antonio Boselli anticipates all manufacturers will have an equal chance to develop their bikes from a standardized base, potentially allowing Honda and Yamaha to regain competitiveness. The Italian executive acknowledged both Japanese manufacturers faced challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic between 2020 and 2022, which hindered their motorcycle development. Boselli sees the 2027 regulations as a significant opportunity for Honda and Yamaha, similar to other teams, with regulations reducing engine capacity from 1,000cc to 850cc, tightening aerodynamic development, and banning ride-height adjustment devices and launch assistance systems. All riders will be limited to six engines per season, and all bikes must run on sustainable fuel. Boselli believes the shift back to conventional motorcycles with less aerodynamic reliance could help Honda and Yamaha close the performance gap. He emphasized that success depends on efficient working structures, effective technological development, and problem-solving abilities. Boselli expressed confidence in Aprilia's 2027 project, citing improvements in simulation systems, trackside operations, and development processes over the past two seasons. He believes Aprilia's robust development structure will enable the team to continue challenging Ducati and other competitors in MotoGP's new technical era.",
  "summary": "SEPANG: Honda and Yamaha could return to challenge European manufacturers' dominance in MotoGP when sweeping technical regulation changes, including the introduction of 850cc engines, take effect in 2027.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}