Pedro Acosta Fastest in Barcelona MotoGP Test as KTM Teams Complete Final Preparations
Pedro Acosta topped the timesheets in a rain-shortened MotoGP test at Barcelona, leading a strong KTM showing ahead of the next round in Italy.
1:38.767
over 120
What Happened
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing and Red Bull KTM Tech3 completed the final MotoGP test of the current machinery at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Pedro Acosta set the fastest lap, ahead of Enea Bastianini in 3rd and Maverick Viñales in 4th, while Brad Binder placed 12th. The quartet logged over 120 laps before rain ended the session early.
“A short day and not too many things to try. We worked on some engine mappings and other set-up. Everything was working quite well. We have to keep working in the way we are doing because I've been competitive in the last races.”
“This weekend was a rollercoaster for us and the test came at the right time to reconsolidate and remember our strengths after a difficult Sunday. We have been really fast here, and we have potential.”
1:38.767
Set by Pedro Acosta in the Barcelona test
Why this matters
This test allowed KTM riders to refine bike settings and gain confidence after a difficult race weekend, which could improve performance in upcoming Grands Prix.
Terms in This Story
- MotoGP
- The premier class of motorcycle road racing.
- Homologation
- The process of certifying that a vehicle or component meets regulatory standards.
- Aero
- Aerodynamic bodywork components designed to improve performance.
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