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Motocross racing team and manufacturer restructuring
Overview
The motocross racing landscape is undergoing significant structural changes ahead of the 2027 season. Yamaha Motor Europe has announced a strategic realignment of its Motocross World Championship program, transitioning to direct management of its MXGP factory team. This centralization of technical development will occur at its new facility in Gerno di Lesmo, Italy. As part of this shift, Yamaha is ending its factory involvement in the MX2 World Championship to focus resources on the premier MXGP class.
Concurrently, the French GSM racing team is reportedly planning a major restructuring. Following a successful 2026 campaign, reports suggest the team may end its partnership with Yamaha to switch to Triumph. This potential transition is expected to coincide with an expanded racing program, which may include participation in the EMX250 Championship.
Entities
Yamaha · Triumph · Maxime Desprey · GSM Team · Liam Bruneau
Timeline
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesGSM Team reportedly planning major restructuring for 2027
French racing team GSM is reportedly planning a major overhaul for 2027, including a potential switch from Yamaha to Triumph and an expanded presence in the EMX250 Championship.
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesYamaha realigns Motocross World Championship program for 2027
Yamaha Motor Europe is restructuring its Motocross program for 2027, moving to direct management of its MXGP factory team and exiting the MX2 World Championship to focus resources on the premier class.
Sources
dailymotocross.fr · gatedrop.com