Fabio Quartararo and Yamaha’s Engine Gamble: Two New Specs Tested Ahead of Sachsenring Challenge

Fabio Quartararo mentioned that they tested two new engines in Valencia…

The Assen-spec engine was not the only new Yamaha engine tried during the private test in Valencia.

Following a challenging 12th place finish at the Dutch MotoGP, Fabio Quartararo is looking forward to the new Yamaha engine delivering better performance at the Sachsenring this weekend.

The MotoGP engine list has confirmed that both Quartararo and his teammate Alex Rins were given a new engine in Assen, which they used exclusively in every track session from the first practice to the grand prix.

However, there was some uncertainty the day before the event. Quartararo mentioned that a promising 'new' engine tested during the private session in Valencia was not yet accessible. On the other hand, Rins affirmed that each of them would receive a new engine.

Both parties were correct in the end. Quartararo later disclosed that there were two new engine specifications at Valencia, and he was talking about the second one.

"We had a couple of new choices," he mentioned, confirming that altogether they had tested: "The standard '24, this Assen version, and one more."

"We tried out a different engine in Valencia, and its agility and cornering ability were significantly improved. It's important to note that it was still an Inline 4 engine," he emphasized, dismissing speculation about a V4 engine.

"The issue we're facing with turning is definitely due to the engine. Naturally, we'll require some time to implement this alternative type of new engine."

The Assen engine, which appears to be more conservative than the second alternative due to its rapid deployment, aids in engine braking and maneuvering through slow corners.

The quick and smooth nature of the Dutch circuit had little effect on performance. "I don't think we can notice the benefits we experienced in Valencia here," Quartararo commented.

This could also be true for the narrow and winding Sachsenring track this weekend.

Quartararo mentioned that he generally doesn't consider the Sachsenring to be favorable for them, noting that the second and third sectors pose particular challenges. However, he emphasized the importance of focusing on the positives and gathering data to continue making progress.

"We are evidently still a long way off," stated the Frenchman, after concluding Sunday's race 24 seconds behind Ducati's Francesco Bagnaia.

"It appears that with the introduction of the new rear tire compound, Ducati has made substantial improvements. However, for our team, there hasn't been any noticeable change. We need to figure out why our bike continues to have very low grip in all situations."

This weekend, Quartararo will be joined by a new team-mate, as Remy Gardner replaces the injured Rins.

Quartararo expressed his well wishes for Alex's quick recovery and mentioned his hope to see him return to the track soon.

The 2021 world champion enters the last event before the MotoGP summer hiatus tied in points with ex-teammate Franco Morbidelli for 13th place in the world championship standings.

With 39 points, Quartararo firmly leads the 'Japanese Cup,' well ahead of Joan Mir (Repsol Honda), who has only managed to accumulate 13 points.

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