Aprilia requests special test for Martin ahead of MotoGP comeback

Ducati may block Martín's opportunity to test before Qatar GP: 'They didn't give us that opportunity in the past; He doesn't need it'

Aprilia is trying to get Jorge Martín—who is injured and so far has only completed a few test laps—into a test session before returning to MotoGP. With the Italian manufacturer attempting to obtain authorization from competitors for this to happen, Ducati may not be entirely in agreement… for now. Davide Tardozzi was questioned about the issue and explained Ducati’s point of view regarding Aprilia’s request: ‘I think it’s a good idea for the fut…

Aprilia call for a new testing rule for injured riders

Massimo Rivola wants a new rule to be created that allows riders returning from injury to test a MotoGP bike before their official return. Aprilia CEO, Massimo Rivola, has called for a new rule to be put in place for riders who are returning from injury. The Italian has raised the idea for this new rule after Aprilia Racing rider, Jorge Martin, suffered three injuries across pre-season. The Spaniard fractured both wrists and an ankle during two …

Aprilia requests special test for Martin ahead of MotoGP comeback