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MotoGP tyre technical issues at Motegi Grand Prix

Overview

MotoGP riders initially expressed strong skepticism toward a new hard-construction rear tyre introduced by Michelin for the Japanese Grand Prix at Motegi. Riders, including Jack Miller and Luca Marini, voiced concerns regarding performance and grip, with Marini describing the hard option as a ‘last resort.’

Following the sprint race, Michelin officially withdrew the soft rear tyre compound from the main race allocation due to significant degradation and blistering. Michelin MotoGP Director Piero Taramasso attributed these issues to the combination of high speeds and new asphalt at the Motegi circuit. Consequently, the manufacturer recommended the hard tyre with a reinforced carcass as the optimal choice for the full race distance, while noting the medium compound would require careful management.

Entities

Michelin · Honda HRC · Pecco Bagnaia · Luca Marini · Pramac Yamaha

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 3 SOURCES] Michelin has withdrawn the soft rear tire from the allocation for the main race. es.motorsport.com · fr.motorsport.com · sportal.bg
[● 3 SOURCES] The medium compound remains available for use but requires careful management by riders. es.motorsport.com · fr.motorsport.com · sportal.bg
[● 3 SOURCES] Michelin recommends the hard tire with a reinforced carcass for riders seeking a stable pace. es.motorsport.com · fr.motorsport.com · sportal.bg
[● 3 SOURCES] Several riders experienced significant tire degradation and blistering during the sprint race. es.motorsport.com · fr.motorsport.com · sportal.bg
[● 2 SOURCES] The Motegi circuit features new asphalt that has not been previously tested by Michelin. fr.motorsport.com · sportal.bg
[● 2 SOURCES] The Motegi sprint race was nine seconds faster than the 2025 event. fr.motorsport.com · sportal.bg

Timeline

3 days ago

[SPORTS] 7 sources
Michelin withdraws soft rear tire for Motegi Grand Prix race
Michelin has banned the soft rear tire for the Motegi Grand Prix main race following severe degradation and blistering during the sprint race caused by new asphalt and high temperatures.
5 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
MotoGP riders reject Michelin’s new hard-construction tyre for Motegi
MotoGP riders Jack Miller and Luca Marini have criticized Michelin’s new hard-construction rear tyre for the Motegi Grand Prix, labeling it a ‘last resort’ due to concerns over grip and performance.

Sources

crash.net · es.motorsport.com · fr.motorsport.com · motorcycles.news · motorsport.com · mundodeportivo.com · nosmokesport.com · nusantara.media · racesport.nl · sportal.bg