Suzuki Ecstar leaves MotoGP at the end of 2022

GDN - On 12 May 2022, amidst disbelief and amazement, Suzuki took everyone by surprise by announcing his retirement from MotoGP.

Suzuki's retirement from racing seems incredible because this team is very organized, in these years of hard work the technicians have developed a bike that works and in addition it has two very competitive riders. The news was already in the air at Jerez at the end of the tests, while the teams were removing the pits, the bombshell news arrived that no one expected. "Suzuki will retire at the end of the 2022 season".

This news left everyone stunned. The entire Team was also informed at the end of the test day with an extraordinary meeting. Official statement from Suzuki. The team confirms its willingness to leave MotoGP at the end of the 2022 season. Suzuki reiterates the decision made in recent days and underlines that negotiations are underway with Dorna. Suzuki Motor Corporation is discussing with Dorna the possibility of ending its participation in MotoGP at the end of 2022.

Unfortunately, the current economic situation and the need to focus its efforts on the great changes that the automotive world is facing in recent years are forcing Suzuki to shift costs and human resources to develop new technologies.

We wish to express our deepest gratitude to our Suzuki Ecstar Team, to all those who have supported Suzuki motorcycle activities for many years and to all Suzuki fans who have given us their enthusiastic support.
This retirement from racing will be a great loss for the world championship.

Author Roberto Magni Comi Daniela Foto ReD Photographic Agency by ReD Magazine