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The official test sessions are now over, so it's all systems go for racing – genuine, pure racing that sends a shudder down your spine! The MotoGP will be launched on 26 March in Qatar for the 23 machines of the 2017 field at the cutting edge of technology. Three teams partnered technically by Motul are contending at the highest level of motorcycling speed: the factory Suzuki team, Monster Yamaha Tech3 and Aprilia Racing Team Gresini. They will benefit from experimental lubricants developed by Motul's experts in cooperation
with each manufacturer's engine specialists.
The list of MotoGP contenders has greatly changed since 2016. The teams wearing Motul's colours have entirely renewed their contingent of riders. Interestingly, they will have the monopoly of the four rookies contending! At Suzuki, Alex Rins has joined the elite alongside Andrea Ianonne, winner of the last Austrian GP. Aprilia has also recruited a newcomer in the person of Sam Lowes who will be riding alongside Suzuki's ex-rider, Aleix Espargaro. Tech3's two rookies, Jonas Folger and double Moto 2 World champion, Johann Zarco, finished the Qatari tests in the Top 10.
Motul's involvement goes beyond such technical support. The red and while logo brand will indeed again be title sponsor of four Grand Prix, beginning with Argentina on 9 April. Last, the Motul Superfan concept will be continued. Motul and Dorna, the championship's promoter, will select a superfan at every event and the winner via social media channels and he/she will have the opportunity to experience a dream weekend, meeting directly with teams and riders!
