Suzuki have confirmed their participation in the world‰Ûªs top motorcycle racing series Road Racing Grand Prix (MotoGP) from 2015.
The confirmation was announced at a press conference held at the INTERMOT International Motorcycle, Scooter and Bicycle Fair held in Cologne, Germany from 30 September to 5 October, 2014.
With the development of the MotoGP machine and team structure prepared, Suzuki has decided to participate in the MotoGP series from 2015, and announced its newly-developed MotoGP machine, the GSX-RR, team riders, and team structure.
Also, prior to its participation, Suzuki will make a wildcard appearance at this season‰Ûªs final race, the Valencia GP.
Suzuki has also confirmed that Aleix Espargaro and Maverick Vinales will be two riders racing for the team in 2015 with current test team manager Davide Brivio to continue on as the team manager.
Suzuki had temporarily suspended its participation in MotoGP from 2012, but has been continuing with the machine development toward its return. Through MotoGP racing, Suzuki will develop more attractive products by giving technical feedback to the products, and improve the brand image.
The development of the GSX-RR was started in 2012 with the aim to achieve high performance in the MotoGP class, as well as to give technology feedback to production models such as the GSX-R range.
It utilises a newly-developed in-line four-cylinder engine that realizes a strong, flexible engine character, fuel efficiency, and durability at a high level.
The frame has a layout that keeps its width slim for both maneuverability and aerodynamic performances, and optimizes body strength and weight balance.
The aim was to develop a highly competitive MotoGP machine that can bring out the straightforward maneuverability developed over the years with the GSX-R.
Top Image: Suzuki will return to full time MotoGP racing in 2015
