Suzuki to return to MotoGP in 2015
Suzuki has confirmed its return to MotoGP in 2015, following a two year sabatical from the premier motorcycle racing world series.
Announcing a new team to oversee the advanced development of the project, Suzuki Motor Corporation return to practical testing of its prototype machine this week, participating in the official joint tests at the Catalunya race circuit in Spain.
Suzuki quit the sport 'temporarily' at the end of 2011, with the aim of returning in 2014 with a 'competitive new machine'. It is thought the huge amount of time the Japanese manufacturer has put into developing its 2015 motorcycle will result in one of the most competitive motorbikes in MotoGP.
As well as development of the new MotoGP machine, Suzuki will utilise the project to develop technology for future production models also.
Details of the 2013 testing team and machine are as follows:
- Team manager: Davide Brivio
- Development rider: Randy De Puniet (MotoGP machine to be developed)
- 1000cc In-line four GP racer
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