Get ready, MotoGP fans! The 2026 season is revving up, and the launch dates for all the teams are already set. The first track action will begin in early February with pre-season tests, leading up to the season opener in Thailand from February 27th to March 1st, the first of 22 races. Let's dive into when and where each team will unveil their new looks.
First up, we have the teams already setting their dates:
Prima Pramac Racing Yamaha: Kicking things off on January 13th at the Accademia Musicale Della Chigiana in Italy, Pramac Yamaha will be the first to show off its colors. This event marks Toprak Razgatlioglu's debut in MotoGP team colors. He'll be joined by Jack Miller. This event will also unveil the Moto2 team's colors.
Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team Ducati: Valentino Rossi's team will enter its fifth season with Fabio Di Giannantonio and Franco Morbidelli. They will launch on January 14th in Rome, aiming to improve on their six podium finishes from 2025 and end their victory drought since the 2023 Indian Grand Prix.
Ducati Lenovo Team: Ducati's traditional pre-season launch will take place on January 19th in Madonna di Campiglio, Italy. This multi-day event includes skiing and the unveiling of the bikes' new colors. Marc Marquez and Pecco Bagnaia will present the new colors, hoping to secure another title in the 1000cc era following Marquez's 2025 triumph.
Gresini Racing Ducati: The Gresini Ducati team will reveal its livery on January 31st in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, just before the first pre-season test. Alex Marquez and Fermin Alddeguer will again be the riders for the team.
But here's where it gets controversial... Will these launch dates impact the team's performance?
What do you think? Are you excited about the upcoming season? Share your thoughts in the comments below! And don't forget to check back as we update this article with more team launch dates as they become available!
