Marc Marquez says aerodynamics and ride-height devices mean MotoGP bikes can now be ridden flat-out from third gear ‘or even the last part of second’. MotoGP
Ducati then kept its rivals under technical pressure by turning the front holeshot device into a repeatable ride-height system for 2022.
Six-time MotoGP champion Marquez, who joined the premier class in 2013, feels the new technology is reducing the significance of the rider. “Before we were playing with the body [position], with the rear brake, [to control the bike]. Everything was more manual until 4th or 5th gear. “For me, I would like to have [MotoGP] bikes that are more difficult to ride because then riders can make more difference,” said the Italian.
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