Augusto Fernandez revealed that Yamaha's 2027 850cc MotoGP prototype feels so radically different from the current V4 machine that riding it is almost comparable to switching to an entirely different manufacturer.
His return to the premier class paddock as a replacement for the injured Toprak Razgatlioglu at Pramac provided a vital opportunity to shed light on the ongoing development of the factory's upcoming regulations machine.
Development is making steady progress, and the upcoming private tests remain critical as the squad finalizes the package for Valencia while establishing a clear technical roadmap for the engineering department back in Japan.
Although multiple shakedowns featuring the future machinery and new tires have already taken place behind closed doors, official lap times and detailed feedback remain heavily restricted ahead of the official winter rollout.
Beyond the transition from Michelin to Pirelli rubber and a smaller displacement engine, the updated hardware configuration and ride-height device parameters render the motorcycle completely foreign compared to the current 1000cc generation.
Despite shouldering replacement duties for the remainder of the campaign, the Spaniard confirmed he will continue his intensive test rider responsibilities alongside Andrea Dovizioso to prepare for the massive regulatory shift.
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