MotoGP stakeholders (The FIM, organizer Dorna Sports and the major teams), have agreed to the following changes the 2012 season: only four cylinders, a 1000cc limit, and a maximum bore of 81mm. Keep in mind that manufacturers are less and less enamoured with the very high costs of MotoGP and the reduction in TV and on-site spectators. So the organisers have to do something!
This latest shot in the dark from rules makers to make things right comes after multiple expensive rules changes over recent years:
Meanwhile, World Superbike organizers (The healthier series) are concerned about the arrival of close-to-stock engines in lightweight chassis, just like the new-for-2010 GP2 class (One Honda engine, and home made chassis). They have the rights for stock-based World Championships, with manufacturers racing what they sell, and want to keep it that way. Stay tuned for developments. Photos: MotoGP
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