Jack Miller Highlights Temperature Sensitivity Issue with 2024 KTM at Chilly British GP

Jack Miller: KTM MotoGP Motorcycle Exhibits Greater Sensitivity to Temperature Changes than Previously Noted

The Cool Conditions at the British Grand Prix Uncovered a Major Flaw in the 2024 KTM Model

Jack Miller has observed that the 2024 KTM MotoGP motorcycle seems to react more intensely to shifts in temperature than previous models, particularly after a challenging race at the British Grand Prix.

The Australian kicked off the Silverstone weekend on a high note, bouncing back from a series of challenging outcomes before the summer hiatus.

After a strong performance that landed him in seventh place during the sprint, Miller faced challenges with grip right from the start of the 20-lap grand prix, ultimately finishing in 12th place, nearly 10 seconds behind Pedro Acosta's leading KTM in ninth position.

When questioned by Crash.net about whether he believed the present KTM setup was more affected by variations in temperature, Miller said: "I definitely feel it's more reactive than before, without a doubt."

"However, those lads are performing exceptionally. Fabio [Quartararo] overtook me with two laps remaining, which then allowed Frankie [Morbidelli] to follow through."

"I observed Frankie swiftly handle Fabio."

Observing the level of control he maintained towards the race's conclusion was remarkable.

"Then, observing the performances of the leaders, we must focus on improving our ability to utilize the tyres more effectively… or to better harness their potential."

Miller acknowledges that it's a problem KTM needs to address, but he also believes that the 2024-spec Michelin tires are somewhat responsible.

"Miller mentioned, 'I believe some people might be slightly [more sensitive to temperature] than others, possibly.'"

"It's quite difficult to pinpoint exactly. I can't speak for others, but personally, I've noticed they seem to be increasingly so, perhaps more now than before."

Elaborating on his challenges at the British Grand Prix, Miller mentioned that his struggle with grip made him adopt a cautious approach through corners before he could accelerate.

"He explained that it was a situation where, from start to finish, he never really felt like he had a significant advantage."

"I simply needed to concentrate on staying calm, anticipating the moment to elevate it."

"Right from the start, I wasn't able to leverage any advantage. Each time I entered Turn 3, which leads into the final chicane, I had to be extremely cautious when initiating the turn because the grip would give way quite quickly."

Quotes in the article were contributed by Peter McLaren, the MotoGP Editor for Crash.net

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