Pramac Racing does not expect Yamaha to immediately fight at the sharp end of the grid when the sport enters its new technical era. The Iwata manufacturer is anticipated to need time to overcome its ongoing performance deficit before truly challenging for race wins.
The upcoming technical regulations introduce massive changes, featuring a drop in engine displacement to 850cc, overhauled aerodynamic rules, revised ride-height devices, and a shift in tyre suppliers. These sweeping updates force every manufacturer to invest heavily in clean-sheet designs to climb back up the championship standings.
"We have a great chance next year. New rules and new bikes for everybody. We will have to start more or less from zero," Pramac team manager Gino Borsoi told Motorsport.com.
Borsoi further highlighted that the transition to the V4 engine configuration has provided vital lessons throughout the campaign. Even so, he tempered expectations regarding the immediate competitiveness of the Yamaha prototype during the opening rounds of the championship.
"It is a huge work for Yamaha and for us. But it is a new season, a new chapter for all of us. Maybe we can close the gap between us and other factories. It is our target," he explained.
To evaluate their progress, Yamaha previously pitted its prototype against rival machinery during an official Pirelli test at the Red Bull Ring. While raw engine power remains an area requiring further development due to their relative newcomer status with V4 architecture, the team remains confident of closing the gap as the season progresses.
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