Yamaha Reaffirms Long-Term Commitment to MotoGP Through New 2027–2031 Agreement
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. welcomes the signing of the new agreement between MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group and the Motorcycle Sports Manufacturers’ Association (MSMA), alongside fellow manufacturers Aprilia, Ducati, Honda and KTM.
Brno (Czech Republic), 19th June 2026
MotoGP Group and the five Manufacturers - Yamaha, Aprilia, Ducati, Honda and KTM – have confirmed today that the agreement defining the sport’s framework from 2027 to 2031 has been signed.
It marks a historic milestone for MotoGP and the Manufacturers within the MSMA, as for the first time in the sport’s history they have all signed a single agreement covering the next five years of racing. This demonstrates a shared commitment to shaping an exciting future for the championship and underlines a unified vision for its next phase, confirming the long-term presence of all current Manufacturers on the grid.
The agreement is built on strong alignment between MotoGP and the Manufacturers across the key pillars of the sport. It results from a collective negotiation process focused on the best interests across sporting, technical and commercial dimensions, establishing a framework that ensures competitiveness, technological relevance and the continued global appeal of the championship, underpinned by a clear long-term vision.
In parallel, MotoGP and the 11 Teams have agreed the principal terms for the 2027–2031 period, with the announcement being made in due course. This sport-wide framework will define the regulatory, sporting and commercial foundations for the next phase of MotoGP’s evolution, marking an important milestone and further strengthening the championship.
As part of this process, MotoGP, the Manufacturers, the Teams and the FIM are working collectively to identify opportunities to enhance both technical and sporting aspects of the championship, ensuring a continued focus on safety as well as delivering an even stronger product for fans. This shared approach will guide MotoGP’s continued progression while preserving the DNA that defines it as the pinnacle of motorcycle racing.
MotoGP will continue to invest in its global platform - including promotion, fan engagement and commercial development - as part of a shared ambition and commitment from the Manufacturers to drive long-term growth and further enhance the value of the championship for fans, partners and stakeholders worldwide.
YUICHI TAKEDA Senior General Manager, Motor Sport Section, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
"At Yamaha, we conduct our motorsports activities based on three fundamental principles: strengthening our brand, feeding technology back into our products, and promoting the values that define our company. MotoGP remains one of the most powerful expressions of these principles, providing a unique environment in which innovation, performance and passion come together at the highest level.
"MotoGP is also one of the purest expressions of Yamaha’s Spirit of Challenge. It pushes us to innovate, to compete against the very best, and to pursue excellence in every area of our business. The lessons we learn on the racetrack help shape not only our products, but also our people and our culture.
"As Yamaha continues to evolve as a global company, MotoGP increasingly reflects the way we work: bringing together global talent, diverse expertise and strong collaboration across regions, functions and cultures. We believe this new agreement provides a solid foundation for the future, and we look forward to continuing to contribute to the growth and success of Yamaha Motor as a global company through our motorsports activities in the years ahead."
PAOLO PAVESIO Managing Director, Yamaha Motor Racing
"This agreement represents the successful culmination of a long and, at times, complex negotiation process, one that has ultimately proven highly valuable for all parties involved. The journey we have gone through has offered a meaningful opportunity to establish a common framework for the future of our sport and to support MotoGP’s long-term growth, something we are proud and truly excited to be part of.
"As MotoGP enters this next phase, we see a unique opportunity to elevate the championship even further, striking the right balance between innovation, sporting excellence and fan engagement. By continuing to invest both on and off track, we are confident that MotoGP will not only remain the pinnacle of motorcycle racing, but will also deliver even greater value, excitement and unforgettable experiences for its rapidly expanding global fan base.
"Yamaha remains fully committed to investing in MotoGP over the next five years and beyond. We will continue to support our teams and riders at the highest level, while also reaffirming our promise to fans around the world to work even harder to deliver the passion, excitement and emotion that have defined Yamaha’s presence in MotoGP for decades."
CARMELO EZPELETA CEO, MotoGP Group
"Today marks a defining moment for MotoGP. The commitment of all five manufacturers not only reinforces the strength of the championship today but underlines the shared ambition driving its future.
"Together with our longstanding partnership with the FIM through to 2060, this agreement gives us a powerful platform to continue growing - building on decades of progress while accelerating into a new phase for the sport. I would like to thank our manufacturers for their collaboration, alignment and long-term commitment throughout this process.
"While we are proud of the growth MotoGP has achieved over the past decades, our focus is firmly on what comes next: expanding our global reach, evolving the sport, and connecting with new audiences around the world."
Contacts
YAMAHA MOTOR RACING
Via Tinelli 67/69 20855 Gerno di Lesmo (MB) - Italy yamahamotogp.com
Senior General Manager, Motor Sport Section, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
"MotoGP is also one of the purest expressions of Yamaha’s Spirit of Challenge. It pushes us to innovate, to compete against the very best, and to pursue excellence in every area of our business. The lessons we learn on the racetrack help shape not only our products, but also our people and our culture.
"As Yamaha continues to evolve as a global company, MotoGP increasingly reflects the way we work: bringing together global talent, diverse expertise and strong collaboration across regions, functions and cultures. We believe this new agreement provides a solid foundation for the future, and we look forward to continuing to contribute to the growth and success of Yamaha Motor as a global company through our motorsports activities in the years ahead."