The dawn of the 2025 MotoGP™ season is already here, ushering in a wave of anticipation as fans gear up for a year of thrilling action and fresh rivalries. The Official Barcelona Test at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya promises an early glimpse of what is in store over the next season. With 12 riders embarking on new ventures, the Test is poised to set the stage for a compelling season ahead.
Headline Moves: Marquez and Martin in the Spotlight
Among the most talked-about changes, eight-time World Champion Marc Marquez will don the iconic factory Ducati red for the first time. Meanwhile, newly crowned MotoGP™ World Champion Jorge Martin begins his tenure with Aprilia. The Spaniard’s move to Noale is made even more intriguing by speculation about whether he’ll adorn the front of his RS-GP with the #1 plate, or stick with the number 89.
Fresh Alliances: KTM, Aprilia, and Yamaha
The Barcelona Test will also showcase KTM’s revamped lineup. Enea Bastianini and Maverick Viñales join Tech3 KTM, while Pedro Acosta takes a significant step up to the factory team, partnering with Brad Binder. Over at Aprilia, Marco Bezzecchi moves to the factory squad, while Franco Morbidelli makes a homecoming of sorts, switching to the VR46 Racing.
In a significant shift, Yamaha and Prima Pramac Racing join forces as Yamaha’s Independent Team. Jack Miller and Miguel Oliveira form the rider line up in a partnership that could help redefine Yamaha’s presence in MotoGP™.
Rookies Rising: New Talent on the Grid
The Test will also mark the MotoGP™ debut for a trio of rookies. Moto2™ World Champion Ai Ogura joins Trackhouse Racing, while Fermin Aldeguer and Somkiat Chantra sign with Gresini Racing and LCR Honda. The new faces are eager to make their mark, adding another layer of excitement to the 2025 season.
How can I follow the Barcelona Test?
The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya comes alove on November 19th as the Test gets underway at 10:00 AM (UTC+1), running until 5:00 PM. MotoGP™ fans and VideoPass subscribers can look forward to LIVE coverage on motogp.com, rider interviews, highlights and on-site analysis. You can also hear expert analysis from Jack Gorst and Simon Crafar, streamed on MotoGP™’s social media channels at mid-day.
A New Era Begins
As the curtain falls on the 2024 season finale, the journey forward begins without pause. The Barcelona Test isn’t just the start of another year—it’s the dawn of a new era for MotoGP™. Don’t miss a moment of the action at motogp.com as the countdown to a thrilling new chapter begins.