Brno (Czech Republic), 19 June 2026 - MotoGP Group and the five Manufacturers - Aprilia, Ducati, 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 (Motorcycle Sports Manufacturers Association, ed.) 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.
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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.
Carlos Ezpeleta, MotoGP’s Chief Sporting Officer. MotoGP video:
https://www.motogp.com/en/news/2026/06/19/motogp-group-and-aprilia-ducati-honda-ktm-and-yamaha-sign-2027-2031-agreement/1074096
CARMELO EZPELETA, CEO OF MOTOGP GROUP: “Today marks a defining moment for MotoGP. The commitment of all five manufacturers not only reinforces the strength of the championship today but underlines the shared ambition driving its future. Together with our longstanding partnership with the FIM through to 2060, this agreement gives us a powerful platform to continue growing - building on decades of progress while accelerating into a new phase for the sport. I would like to thank our manufacturers for their collaboration, alignment and long-term commitment throughout this process. While we are proud of the growth MotoGP has achieved over the past decades, our focus is firmly on what comes next: expanding our global reach, evolving the sport, and connecting with new audiences around the world.”
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Wide rewind, from our archive: Massimo Rivola and Carmelo Ezpeleta in 2021, upon signing the multi-year agreement for Aprilia Racing to participate in the MotoGP World Championship, starting in 2022 as a manufacturer.
MASSIMO RIVOLA, APRILIA RACING CEO: “As chairman of the MSMA, I am delighted and proud of the agreement between our association and the MotoGP SEG. This is the first time in the sport's history that all manufacturers have all reached a unanimous position on an agreement with MotoGP. This means that we all share the same vision for the future of the sport. The MotoGP brand has huge potential, and only by working together can we exploit all the opportunities offered by the global market and grow together in the sports and entertainment business.”
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