Pedro Acosta Voices Concerns Over Helmet Radios and Suit Cameras in MotoGP: Prioritizes Rider Safety and Independence

Pedro Acosta voices his opposition to the use of helmet radios in MotoGP

Pedro Acosta: “Additionally, I'm not in favor of having cameras integrated into the suits. However, if you fracture a collarbone, you can simply install a plate. The brain, on the other hand, is critical.”

Newcomer sensation Pedro Acosta stands with the riders opposed to the potential implementation of helmet radios in MotoGP.

Apart from the belief that a rider should have the autonomy to make their choices, and the challenges in ensuring clear communication, the Spaniard also harbors worries regarding the safety of the equipment within the helmet.

"Acosta expressed skepticism, preferring independence and personal reflection. He pointed out that our heads are always in motion, and moving a phone swiftly could result in a lost connection."

"I'm not a fan, and honestly, I'm quite skeptical about it. I gave it a shot while in Qatar…

Ultimately, if it's contained within the helmet, you're free to express any opinion. However, if there's contact with your head and an unfortunate event occurs, doubts will inevitably arise regarding whether the issue was related to an object inside the helmet.

"Furthermore, I'm not a fan of having cameras embedded in the [leather] suit. However, if you fracture your collarbone, you can fix it with a plate. The head, on the other hand, is crucial."

"Observing the setup in Formula 1, it involves merely a wire within the ear. However, the device we experimented with features a component that vibrates behind the ear, making contact with the bone."

Informed that his friend Aleix Espargaro, who is nearing retirement and known for his keen interest in radios, played a significant role in refining the system at Monday's Misano test, Acosta humorously remarked, "Of course, he's heading home soon!"

Current world champion Francesco Bagnaia expressed his preference to incur a fine on a weekly basis, similar to Michael Jordan, than to use a radio.

Nonetheless, although the idea of two-way communication continues to be debated, the majority of competitors support the implementation of a one-way communication system from Race Direction to the riders for critical safety alerts.

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