Overview
MotoGP is the top class of the FIM Road Racing World Championship Grand Prix, organized by the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM). The first championship was held in 1949, making it the oldest and most prestigious motorcycle racing series.
The championship was originally divided by engine displacement (500cc, 250cc, 125cc). In 2012, the premier class was rebranded as MotoGP, using 1000cc four-stroke engines. From the 2024 season, new technical regulations were introduced.
Race Rules
Weekend Structure
A MotoGP season typically consists of 20-22 Grands Prix across Europe, Asia, the Americas, Oceania, and the Middle East. Each race weekend includes:
- Friday: Free Practice 1 (FP1), Practice (PR)
- Saturday: Free Practice 2 (FP2), Qualifying (Q1/Q2), Sprint Race
- Sunday: Warm-Up (WUP), Main Race
Points System
- Main Race: Top 15 finishers score — 25-20-16-13-11-10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1
- Sprint Race (Saturday): Top 9 finishers score — 12-9-7-6-5-4-3-2-1
Team and Rider Rules
- Maximum 4 bikes per manufacturer (2 factory + 2 satellite)
- Each rider may use up to 7 engines per season
- Single tire supplier (Michelin)
- Maximum 6-speed gearbox
Technical Specs
- Engine: 1000cc four-stroke four-cylinder
- Power: ~280+ hp
- Weight: Minimum 157kg
- Fuel: Unleaded gasoline, max 22 liters
