Marc Marquez Explains Evolution in MotoGP Riding Style: From Sliding Rear Wheels to Aerodynamic Precision

Marc Marquez: ‘The bike dictates your actions, not your own preferences’

Marc Marquez: 'Previously, riders like Stoner and Pedrosa would often slide their rear wheels when approaching corners.'

Marc Marquez has detailed the reasons behind the decline in riders sliding sideways while cornering in MotoGP.

The rider who has won the world championship eight times and has moved from Repsol Honda to Gresini Ducati stated that losing control while braking negatively affects the aerodynamics.

To achieve optimal downforce, a MotoGP bike needs to be operated in a particular manner.

“At Silverstone, Marquez emphasized that when approaching a corner and applying the brakes, it is crucial to follow the bike’s lead rather than imposing your own intentions.”

"In the past, riders like Stoner and even Pedrosa often entered corners by sliding their rear wheel."

"Not anymore. Why? Because it disrupts the aerodynamics, making things more challenging."

This season, Marquez has needed to modify his riding technique, shifting from relying on the Honda's strong front-end to leveraging the Ducati's superior rear grip.

The rider on bike #93 will enter this weekend's Austrian MotoGP in fourth place in the world championship standings, riding last year's GP23 model.

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