Get ready for a seismic shift in MotoGP! The 2027 season isn’t just about new riders—it’s a complete technical overhaul. Imagine a grid dominated by 850cc engines, stripped of ride-height devices, with reduced aerodynamics, and Pirelli tires replacing Michelin. But here’s where it gets controversial: will these changes level the playing field or create chaos? And this is the part most people miss—with most riders out of contract beyond 2026, the 2027 lineup could look wildly different.
So far, only three riders have secured their spots. Honda leads the charge with Johann Zarco at LCR, joined by the rising star Diogo Moreira, who’s stepping up to the premier class on a multi-year deal. Meanwhile, Toprak Razgatlioglu is set to make his MotoGP debut with Pramac Yamaha in 2026, bringing his Pirelli expertise to the 2027 grid. But will his WorldSBK rival, Nicolo Bulega, join him? Bulega’s Ducati testing contract in 2026 hints at a premier-class move, but nothing’s certain.
Fermin Aldeguer’s race-winning heroics at Mandalika have Ducati fans buzzing—will they extend his 2027 option? Meanwhile, the factory teams are eerily quiet. Reigning champion Marc Marquez’s deal ends in 2026, leaving fans wondering: Will he stay with Ducati or seek a new challenge? And what about Francesco Bagnaia? After a tough 2025, could he be tempted by rival offers?
The champions’ futures are equally uncertain. Jorge Martin, Joan Mir, and Fabio Quartararo—all out of contract in 2026—face tough decisions. Martin’s failed Honda move and Quartararo’s Yamaha ultimatum add layers of drama. Is loyalty dead in MotoGP, or will these stars stay put?
KTM has already teased its 850cc engine, but the real test lies ahead. Their priority? Keeping Pedro Acosta, who’s rumored to be on Ducati and Honda’s radar. Will the young Spaniard stay or jump ship?
Here’s the 2027 lineup so far:
| Rider | Team | Contract |
|-----------------------|------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Toprak Razgatlioglu | Prima Pramac Racing Yamaha | Contract until end of 2027 |
| Johann Zarco | LCR Honda Castrol | HRC contract until end of 2027 |
| Diogo Moreira | LCR Honda Idemitsu | Multi-year HRC deal starting 2026 |
| Fermin Aldeguer | Gresini Racing MotoGP | Ducati contract until 2026 with option for two more years |
TBC Riders:
- Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team) – Contract ends 2026
- Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) – Contract ends 2026
- Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) – Multi-year contract (2026)
- Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) – Contract ends 2026
- Jorge Martin (Aprilia Racing) – Multi-year contract (2026)
- Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia Racing) – Multi-year contract (2026)
- Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP) – Contract ends 2026
- Alex Rins (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP) – Contract ends 2026
- Luca Marini (Honda HRC) – Contract ends 2026
- Joan Mir (Honda HRC) – Contract ends 2026
- Fabio di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46) – Contract ends 2026
- Franco Morbidelli (Pertamina Enduro VR46) – Contract ends 2026
- Alex Marquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP) – Contract ends 2026
- Jack Miller (Prima Pramac Racing Yamaha) – Contract ends 2026
- Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse MotoGP) – Contract ends 2026
- Ai Ogura (Trackhouse MotoGP) – Contract ends 2026
- Maverick Vinales (Red Bull KTM Tech3) – Multi-year contract (2026)
- Enea Bastianini (Red Bull KTM Tech3) – Multi-year contract (2026)
What do you think? Will the 2027 changes revolutionize MotoGP, or will they backfire? Who’s making the smartest moves, and who’s taking a gamble? Let’s debate in the comments—your take could be the most controversial yet!
