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How much do MotoGP tyres cost and who pays for them?

The cost of MotoGP tyres is a secretive topic, so we spoke with MotoGP's 2027 tyre supplier Pirelli to try and shed some light on this and other questions

Motorsport · Jul 23

Pirelli explains why it will keep MotoGP's controversial tyre pressure rule in 2027

Despite the arrival of a new tyre supplier from next season, a controversial rule that cost Joan Mir a podium in the Catalan GP will remain in force in MotoGP's new era

Motorsport · Jul 16

Pirelli explains why MotoGP's controversial tyre pressure rule will stay for 2027

Despite the arrival of a new tyre supplier from next season, a controversial rule that cost Joan Mir a podium in the Catalan GP will remain in force in MotoGP's new era

Autosport · Jul 16

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Pirelli's Brno test ends with Aprilia on top and minor crash for Marc Marquez

The first MotoGP test with 850cc bikes and Pirelli tyres for contracted race riders concluded this Monday at the Brno Circuit

Motorsport · Jun 22

Joan Mir to test Honda’s 2027 MotoGP bike in Brno despite impending Ducati move

Honda will use at least one of its current regular riders to test its 2027 MotoGP prototype, despite Mir joining a rival manufacturer next year

Motorsport · Jun 15

Pirelli doesn't intend to make a "Marquez" tyre for MotoGP: "It is not our style"

In 2027, Pirelli will join MotoGP as its new sole tyre supplier, and it is now in the midst of developing a new range that contracted full-time riders will be able to test on 22 June

Motorsport · Jun 13

Pirelli's hopes for MotoGP 2027 test

As Pirelli ramps up preparation for its MotoGP debut in 2027, it is eager to gather feedback from full-time riders

Autosport · Dec 14, 2025

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Pirelli wants to test new MotoGP tyres with 2027 bikes and full-time riders before the summer

As Pirelli ramps up preparation for its MotoGP debut in 2027, it is eager to gather feedback from full-time riders

Motorsport · Dec 14, 2025

How Pirelli is preparing for MotoGP 2027 takeover from Michelin

Pirelli will replace Michelin as the official tyre supplier for MotoGP in 2027 and Autosport recently had the opportunity to speak with Giorgio Barbier, racing director of the Italian brand’s motorcycle division

Autosport · Nov 26, 2025

How Pirelli is preparing its MotoGP 2027 takeover

Pirelli will replace Michelin as the official tyre supplier for MotoGP in 2027, and Motorsport recently had the opportunity to speak with Giorgio Barbier, racing director of the Italian brand’s motorcycle division

Motorsport · Nov 26, 2025

Pirelli's First MotoGP Test Goes Alright

Pirelli gave MotoGP teams their first taste of new Italian rubber at Misano.

RideApart · Sep 23, 2025

Tyre failure dents Razgatlioglu’s WSBK title fightback hopes

Yamaha rider Razgatlioglu arrived at the Czech track with the momentum of his win at Imola behind him, and he gained further ground in a wet opening race of the weekend by finishing second behind Jonathan Rea while Bautista struggled to 12th.

Motorsport · Jul 31, 2023

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