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The Japanese manufacturer agrees to extend the motorcycle series by five years.
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- Honda renews the MotoGP contract together with the designers Ducati and KTM
- The Japanese manufacturer’s involvement in motorcycle racing dates back to 1954
Honda will remain in MotoGP until the end of the 2026 season after signing a five-year extension with Dorna Sports, the owner of the commercial rights to the global motorcycle series.
The Japanese manufacturer has been involved in motorcycle racing since it entered the Isle of Man TT in 1954. Since then, Honda has won 850 podiums and 25 drivers’ world championships in the premier MotoGP class alone, more than any other brand in history.
Honda is the third MotoGP constructor to renew its ties to the series after Ducati and KTM inked extensions last month, also through 2026.
“This important announcement makes MotoGP very proud, as Honda is one of the first names that comes to mind when we think of motorcycle racing,” said Carmelo Ezpeleta, Dorna General Manager.
“The Japanese manufacturer has been such an important part of the past, present and future of the FIM MotoGP World Championship and this renewal further strengthens the commitment between the two parties.”
Noriaki Abe, General Manager, Motorcycle Operations at Honda, added: “MotoGP is the pinnacle of motorcycle racing. It enables us to develop different technologies and through tough competition to teach our engineers and promote their skills.
“With these engineers working on the development of production vehicles, Honda can create better products for its customers. Honda will continue to bring dreams and joy to its customers around the world through its motorsport activities, including MotoGP. “
As Honda kicks off the New Year after reaffirming its commitment to MotoGP, the company will begin its final season in Formula 1, at least for the foreseeable future. Last October, Honda announced, citing its sustainability goals, that it would end the sport after the 2021 campaign.