Marco Bezzecchi is keeping his expectations in check despite showcasing impressive speed in a sprint simulation during the Buriram MotoGP test πβ‘. The Italian rider, who is gearing up for his Aprilia debut at this weekendβs Thai Grand Prix, is focused on staying calm and collected as the real race approaches.
π¨ Bezzecchiβs Blistering Pace in Testing
The three-time Grand Prix winner has made the switch to Apriliaβs factory team, stepping in alongside reigning world champion Jorge Martin, who is currently sidelined due to injury π€.
With Martin absent, Bezzecchi took on the development workload during testing, impressing Aprilia with his speed and feedback. His sprint simulation on the final test day at Buriram saw him clocking highly competitive lap times, marking him as a potential podium contender for the season opener πποΈ.
π¬ βIt was a good sprint simulation,β Bezzecchi told Crash.net.
π βThe track during a test is always in good condition, so itβs too early to predict the race weekend.β
Despite his strong performance, he remains cautious, focusing on how he managed the tires and learning from his first full sprint sim on the new bike.
ποΈ Adapting to Factory Rider Responsibilities

Now riding for a factory team for the first time, Bezzecchi acknowledges the huge responsibility that comes with developing a MotoGP bike ποΈπ§.
π¬ βItβs completely different,β he admitted.
π βFor the first time, I can decide what I want, which is coolβbut also a big responsibility.β
Bezzecchi emphasized the importance of giving clear feedback, staying mentally and physically prepared, and fully committing to improving the Aprilia RS-GP πͺ.
π Where Apriliaβs 2025 MotoGP Bike Has Improved

With test rider Lorenzo Savadori stepping in for Martin at Buriram, he shared insights on how the 2025 Aprilia RS-GP has evolved:
βοΈ Improved aerodynamics βοΈ
βοΈ Enhanced engine performance π₯
*βοΈ Better traction control (TC) settings π―
π¬ βThe bike has changed slightly since November, but in the right direction,β Savadori noted.
π βWhen Jorge returns, he will find a similar bikeβbut with key improvements in small details.β
With Bezzecchiβs pace, Apriliaβs upgrades, and a competitive grid, the 2025 MotoGP season is shaping up to be a thrilling battle ππ₯.
ποΈ Can Bezzecchi make a statement in his Aprilia debut? Share your thoughts below in the comments! π¬π

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