Yamaha MotoGP engine update expected after French GP, says Quartararo

Fabio Quartararo has indicated that Yamaha is unlikely to release an updated version of its V4 MotoGP engine before the French Grand Prix in May. The recent Thailand Grand Prix highlighted Yamaha’s struggles with straight-line speed, as Quartararo was 6.5kph slower than the fastest competitors, while other M1 riders experienced even greater speed deficiencies. This performance has raised concerns about Yamaha’s competitiveness in the 2026 season.

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