The MotoGP is preparing to unveil its revised regulations for 2027, which will end months of negotiations among the manufacturers involved in the series. This announcement will also bring the most significant changes to the championship since the introduction of 1000cc bikes in 2013.
These new regulations may also pave the way for BMW to enter MotoGP in the near future. There are rumors that BMW has informed Dorna, the series’ governing body, of its intention to enter the premier class as soon as the new rules are implemented.
The main change in the new regulations will be a reduction in engine capacity by 150cc, resulting in the creation of 850cc bikes. This adjustment aims to decrease the maximum speed of current bikes, which have reached speeds over 220mph in recent years. This change is necessary to ensure the safety of the series’ traditional circuits without requiring costly modifications.
In addition to the engine capacity reduction, other expected changes include a significant reduction in aerodynamics and the removal of ride height devices. These modifications aim to bring MotoGP bikes closer to production models and improve the overall racing experience. The proliferation of these features in recent years has been attributed to a decrease in overtaking opportunities.
The new regulations are expected to be finalized at the next Grand Prix Commission meeting during the Spanish Grand Prix. An official announcement will follow shortly, marking the end of a lengthy decision-making process. The MotoGP rule-making format requires unanimous support from the Motorcycle Sports Manufacturers Association (MSMA) for any proposal, which has contributed to the extended timeline.
With these substantial changes in the rules, it is expected that BMW will take advantage of the opportunity to enter the championship as a new factory team. However, the German manufacturer will need to evaluate the new rulebook and determine the financial resources needed to be competitive in MotoGP.
