The MotoGP world championship is coming to an end, and Honda seems to have found a second wind. The progress of the RC213V, notably thanks to the efforts of Johann Zarco, is encouraging. The French rider, who has shone several times this season, welcomed the improvements made to the bike, particularly in terms of aerodynamics.
As the grand finale of the MotoGP season approaches at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona, Johann Zarcoteam driver LCR Hondaappears thoughtful and optimistic about the progress made by
Honda. While the 2025 season will begin with the first official tests on Tuesday,
Zarcowho will not change teams, takes stock of the evolution of the RC213V.
The Frenchman, now based in Andorra, was one of the rare drivers not to make any major changes to his team. He recently caused a sensation by signing a Q2 in
Sepang and finishing in the top 10 in
Thailand and in Malaysia. Although the season has been marked by ups and downs, he is delighted with the progress made, especially in the last races abroad: “I made a big step forward in the rankings during the overseas races. This is a good confirmation of the work. I am now in the position I announced at the start of the season. But it took longer, I have to honestly admit, but better late than never “, said Zarco, emphasizing that the machine has finally improved.
Johann Zarco : « the aerodynamics are very successful in my opinion »
Zarco attributes much of this improvement to the aerodynamics of the RC213Vwhich allowed the bike to behave better in fast corners and optimize corner exits. “ We improved the bike, especially in fast turns. The bike steers betterwhich is largely due to the aerodynamics, which in my opinion is very successful he added, acknowledging the team's efforts to improve handling.
Hondafor its part, is ready to make more changes, with a new aerodynamic package which will be tested from the season finale at
Barcelona. These parts will also be integrated into the 2025 motorcycles, and a first update could be deployed during testing on Tuesday. The first feedback indicates that these new improvements will bring a real revolution, affecting both the fairing and ground effect of the RC213V.
Johann Zarcoalthough cautious, remains confident: “ the work never stopsand Honda keeps adding more to improve its performance. » The Frenchman looks forward to seeing the impact of these new features during the last Grand Prix of the season and on the upcoming MotoGP tests for 2025.
