MotoGP™ Explained: Latest
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What Is a MotoGP Holeshot Device?
Everything you need to know about MotoGP holeshot devices, how they’ve evolved, and why they’ll soon disappear.
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What Is a MotoGP Ride Height Device?
Discover all there is to know about MotoGP Ride Height Devices, from their inception, development, and future ban from the sport.
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What Is MotoGP Engine Braking?
Discover how MotoGP Engine Braking works, why it’s vital for control, performance and safety, and how advanced electronics help riders master every corner.
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What Electronics Are Used in MotoGP Bikes?
Discover how MotoGP electronics, from ECUs to traction control and engine braking management, enhance performance, safety and speed in the most exciting sport on earth.
The Championship
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How Does the MotoGP™ Championship Work?
Whether you are a long-term fan or new to the most exciting sport on earth, you may well be wondering ‘How Does the MotoGP™ Championship Work?’ Here’s the ultimate guide to MotoGP™.
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What is the Difference Between MotoGP™, Moto2™ and Moto3™?
Discover the key differences between MotoGP™, Moto2™ and Moto3™ - from bike specs to racing styles. Get the full guide on the Grand Prix categories!
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What is the Difference Between MotoGP™ and World Superbike?
What is the difference between MotoGP™ and Superbike? Find out how the championships compare in terms of technology, performance and racing formats.
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MotoGP 2026 Calendar Revealed: 22 Rounds, Brazil’s Back & Fresh Highlights
Discover the MotoGP 2026 Calendar: 22 Grands Prix across 5 continents, Brazil’s comeback & the last 1000cc season before big 2027 changes.
MotoGP™ Riders
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How Do MotoGP™ Riders Train?
Want to know how MotoGP™ riders train to compete at the very highest level of motorcycle racing? This is the complete guide to MotoGP training routines and fitness for the best riders on the planet.
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Why Do MotoGP™ Riders Wear Leather Suits?
Discover how MotoGP™ leather suits protect riders at speeds of over 350km/h with cutting-edge tech, impact protection, airbags and race-specialised features.
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Why Do MotoGP™ Riders Wear Earplugs?
Discover why MotoGP™ riders use earplugs to protect their hearing from extreme noise levels in MotoGP™. Learn how MotoGP™ earplugs help maintain riders’ health, focus and performance through effective hearing protection
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Who is the Best MotoGP™ Rider of All Time? Stats, Records & Legends Compared
Who is the best MotoGP™ rider of all time? Discover the top contenders, compare stats and explore what makes a true legend.
MotoGP™ Format & Rules
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What are the MotoGP™ Rules? – A complete overview
Learn the key MotoGP™ rules governing riders, teams and manufacturers. Explore technical regulations, sporting rules, and how they shape Grand Prix racing.
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How Does MotoGP™ Qualifying Affect the Race?
How does MotoGP™ qualifying affect the race? A detailed look at the various implications qualifying has on the main event, and the impact of a good or bad qualifying result.
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How Many Races Are In A MotoGP Season?
Discover how many races there are in a MotoGP season. The 2025 and 2026 calendars feature a record 22 Grand Prix races across five continents.
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What Happens During a MotoGP™ Pit Stop?
A detailed look into what happens during a MotoGP™ pit stop, how they work, the purpose of a pit stop and how they can influence a race. This is the full guide to MotoGP™ pit stop procedures.
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How Does the Flag System Work in MotoGP™?
Curious about MotoGP™ flag rules? Discover how red, black, and all other flags impact races and rider safety. Get the full guide now!
MotoGP™ Riding technique
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Why Do MotoGP™ Riders Dangle Their Leg?
Fans often ask ‘Why Do MotoGP™ Riders Dangle Their Leg?’ and there are some specific theories as to why the technique is used. Here’s the ultimate guide to leg dangling in MotoGP™!
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MotoGP™ elbow dragging: Why Do Riders Touch the Ground With Their Elbows?
Discover the MotoGP™ technique of elbow dragging, learning why riders touch their elbows to the ground at extreme lean angles, how it enhances control, and how stars such as Marc Marquez have evolved the art of cornering.
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Why Do MotoGP™ Riders Drag Their Knee?
Why do MotoGP™ riders drag their knee? Find out about the history and evolution of the technique, and how it helps with bike control and safety.
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How Fast Are MotoGP™ Bikes? Top Speeds, Records & How They Compare
How fast are MotoGP™ bikes compared to other motorcycles or F1 cars? Find out in our comprehensive guide to MotoGP™ bike top speeds and average racing speeds.
MotoGP™ Technology
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What fuel do MotoGP™ bikes use?
What fuel do MotoGP™ bikes use? Discover the combustibility, strategies, rules and performance of MotoGP™ fuel and learn about the updated regulations for 2027!
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What is MotoGP™ Engine Displacement?
What is MotoGP™ Engine Displacement? Learn how engine size affects competition, performance, top speeds, power delivery, regulations and the evolution of MotoGP™ racing.
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What Electronics Are Used in MotoGP Bikes?
Discover how MotoGP electronics, from ECUs to traction control and engine braking management, enhance performance, safety and speed in the most exciting sport on earth.
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What Is MotoGP Engine Braking?
Discover how MotoGP Engine Braking works, why it’s vital for control, performance and safety, and how advanced electronics help riders master every corner.
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What Is a MotoGP Holeshot Device?
Everything you need to know about MotoGP holeshot devices, how they’ve evolved, and why they’ll soon disappear.
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What Is a MotoGP Ride Height Device?
Discover all there is to know about MotoGP Ride Height Devices, from their inception, development, and future ban from the sport.
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What Is MotoGP Engine Braking?
Discover how MotoGP Engine Braking works, why it’s vital for control, performance and safety, and how advanced electronics help riders master every corner.
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What Electronics Are Used in MotoGP Bikes?
Discover how MotoGP electronics, from ECUs to traction control and engine braking management, enhance performance, safety and speed in the most exciting sport on earth.
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Why Do MotoGP Riders Use Knee Sliders?
Knee dragging is an iconic feature of MotoGP, but how do riders stay safe with their knees on the floor at such high speeds? Here’s everything you need to know about MotoGP knee sliders.
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How the MotoGP Timingpass takes fans to the heart of the action
MotoGP™ TimingPass gives fans real-time data, live Classifications and World Standings and exclusive insights on every race, Sprint and session for the ultimate trackside experience.
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What is a MotoGP Sprint Race?
Discover what the MotoGP Sprint race is, how it works, its points system, and how this thrilling Saturday showdown impacts the World Championship.
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MotoGP 2026 Calendar Revealed: 22 Rounds, Brazil’s Back & Fresh Highlights
Discover the MotoGP 2026 Calendar: 22 Grands Prix across 5 continents, Brazil’s comeback & the last 1000cc season before big 2027 changes.
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Why Are MotoGP™ Races Held on Sundays?
Why are MotoGP™ races on Sundays? Tradition, logistics and global TV audiences make Sunday the perfect race day, giving fans worldwide the ultimate spectacle.
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How Long is a MotoGP Race?
So how long is a MotoGP Race? Typically between 40–43 minutes and 110–120km, but factors such as track conditions, weather and laps all impact race length.
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MotoGP Black Friday Guide – Everything Fans Need to Know
Learn everything you need to know about MotoGP™ Black Friday deals on the VideoPass, merchandise, tickets and more, only on MotoGP.com.
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How Many Races Are In A MotoGP Season?
Discover how many races there are in a MotoGP season. The 2025 and 2026 calendars feature a record 22 Grand Prix races across five continents.
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What Does a MotoGP Race Weekend Look Like?
Explore the full MotoGP Race Weekend schedule, from Friday's practice and the Saturday Sprint to Sunday’s main Grand Prix race and huge celebrations.
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MotoGP™ and Two Wheels for Life: Racing with Purpose
Two Wheels for Life, the official charity of MotoGP™, raises funds to deliver vital healthcare in Africa through unique MotoGP events and fan experiences.
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Why Do MotoGP™ Riders Wear Leather Suits?
Discover how MotoGP™ leather suits protect riders at speeds of over 350km/h with cutting-edge tech, impact protection, airbags and race-specialised features.
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Why Don’t MotoGP™ Bikes Have Mirrors?
Why don’t MotoGP™ bikes have mirrors? Find out the safety and performance-related reasons why MotoGP™ prototypes have no mirrors, unlike street bikes.