- Ducati welcomes the new agreement between MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group and the Motorcycle Sports Manufacturers’ Association (MSMA), alongside fellow manufacturers Aprilia, Honda, KTM and Yamaha
MotoGP Group and the five Manufacturers – Ducati, Aprilia, Honda, KTM and Yamaha – have confirmed today that the agreement defining the sport’s framework from 2027 to 2031 has been signed.
It marks a historic milestone for MotoGP and the Manufacturers within the MSMA, as for the first time in the sport’s history they have all signed a single agreement covering the next five years of racing. This demonstrates a shared commitment to shaping an exciting future for the championship and underlines a unified vision for its next phase, confirming the long-term presence of all current Manufacturers on the grid.
The agreement is built on strong alignment between MotoGP and the Manufacturers across the key pillars of the sport. It results from a collective negotiation process focused on the best interests across sporting, technical and commercial dimensions, establishing a framework that ensures competitiveness, technological relevance and the continued global appeal of the championship, underpinned by a clear long-term vision.
In parallel, MotoGP and the 11 Teams have agreed the principal terms for the 2027–2031 period, with the announcement being made in due course. This sport-wide framework will define the regulatory, sporting and commercial foundations for the next phase of MotoGP’s evolution, marking an important milestone and further strengthening the championship.
As part of this process, MotoGP, the Manufacturers, the Teams and the FIM are working collectively to identify opportunities to enhance both technical and sporting aspects of the championship, ensuring a continued focus on safety as well as delivering an even stronger product for fans. This shared approach will guide MotoGP’s continued progression while preserving the DNA that defines it as the pinnacle of motorcycle racing.
MotoGP will continue to invest in its global platform – including promotion, fan engagement and commercial development – as part of a shared ambition and commitment from the Manufacturers to drive long-term growth and further enhance the value of the championship for fans, partners and stakeholders worldwide.
With this new milestone, Ducati, as a manufacturer, will reach at least 29 consecutive seasons competing in the MotoGP World Championship, where to date the Ducati Desmosedici GP it has accumulated a total of 430 race starts, 126 victories, 121 pole positions, 127 fastest laps and 365 podiums.
Claudio Domenicali (Ducati CEO):
“Racing has always been at the core of Ducati’s DNA and remains a key driver for innovation, technological development and brand strength. We are truly pleased to confirm our participation in MotoGP for the years to come – given the extraordinary results we have achieved in recent seasons, it would be difficult to imagine a different path for Ducati. Competition continues to increase, with manufacturers and riders constantly raising the bar. This is exactly what makes the championship so unique and what drives us to keep pushing our limits and challenging ourselves year after year. We are proud to play a leading role in MotoGP and to contribute, together with all manufacturers, to the growth and excitement of this extraordinary media platform capable of engaging millions of people around the world.”
Luigi Dall’Igna (Ducati Corse General Manager):
“This collective agreement between MotoGP and all the manufacturers represents a significant milestone for our sport. The shared commitment of everyone in the paddock proves that while we fight fiercely on the track, we are fully aligned on securing a bright and prosperous future for MotoGP. This agreement provides stability and a clear direction for the years ahead, creating the right environment for manufacturers to continue investing in technology, performance and talent. Strong competition has always been at the heart of MotoGP’s success, and the commitment of all five manufacturers ensures that the championship will remain the highest expression of motorcycle racing. We are proud to be part of this shared vision and fully committed to contributing to the continued growth of the championship, delivering outstanding racing for fans around the world and helping MotoGP reach new levels of success in the years ahead.”
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