Fabio Quartararo Not Expecting Yamaha MotoGP Upgrades This Season

Fabio Quartararo, the French MotoGP rider, says he's not expecting any significant Yamaha upgrades this season, as the factory focuses on developing its 2027 850cc bike.

What happened?

On Sunday, July 9, Fabio Quartararo finished seventh in the German Grand Prix, after a hectic opening lap that saw him drop from sixth to ninth place. Despite a few close calls, including a near-crash in turn three and a touch with Jorge Martin in turn five, Quartararo managed to keep his position to the chequered flag.

Why it matters for Fabio Quartararo

Quartararo's decision not to expect any upgrades from Yamaha is significant, given his move to Honda for the 2027 season. The Frenchman has been with Yamaha since 2020, and his current bike has been his preferred package throughout the season. Despite his best finish this season being sixth in Catalunya, Quartararo starts the summer break 14th in the world championship, but with double the points of the next-best Yamaha rider and factory team-mate Alex Rins.

What comes next?

Quartararo's focus on making the most of the current V4 package is a testament to his determination to maximize his results with Yamaha. With the factory now fully focused on developing its 2027 850cc bike, Quartararo is not expecting any improvements to the current bike. Instead, he's trying to stick with his preferred package and make the most of what he has.

"I'm not expecting anything from Yamaha," Quartararo said. "Even if I knew I was not staying at Yamaha from the beginning of the season, I expected something from them as an improvement. But now I know that they are fully focused on the 850. So, of course, I don't expect nothing. I'm not asking for anything, but just trying to maximise everything we have already."

Quartararo's goal was to finish ninth, which he achieved, but he was promoted to seventh when Alex Marquez retired on lap nine. Despite the challenges he faced during the race, Quartararo remained focused on his objective and managed to keep his position to the chequered flag.

The Frenchman's decision not to expect any upgrades from Yamaha is a clear indication of his commitment to making the most of what he has. With the summer break now underway, Quartararo will be looking to come back stronger in the second half of the season, and his determination to stick with his preferred package will be crucial in his quest for success.

Quartararo's move to Honda for the 2027 season is still awaiting official confirmation, but it's clear that he's not expecting any significant upgrades from Yamaha this season. Instead, he's focusing on making the most of what he has and trying to maximize his results with the current V4 package.

The future is uncertain

The future is uncertain for Quartararo, but one thing is clear-he's not expecting any significant upgrades from Yamaha this season. With the factory now fully focused on developing its 2027 850cc bike, Quartararo is trying to stick with his preferred package and make the most of what he has. Only time will tell if his decision will pay off, but one thing is certain-Fabio Quartararo is a rider to watch in the second half of the season.

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