Shifting Gears: Predicting the Next Four Major Rider Moves in MotoGP for 2025

Forecasting the upcoming major shifts for MotoGP riders in 2025

Following the transfers of Jorge Martin and Marc Marquez, we evaluate the four significant rider changes anticipated for the 2025 MotoGP season.

Enea Bastianini – Tech3 KTM

It seems another surprising transfer is in the works as Enea Bastianini is also expected to depart from Ducati.

Even though it's the top motorcycle in the lineup and there's a possible spot open at Pramac, Bastianini appears poised to move his skills over to KTM, joining the GASGAS Tech3 squad.

Sky Italia has once again verified that Bastianini will be equipped with a top-tier factory bike, identical to the ones provided to Pedro Acosta and Brad Binder.

Bastianini had kicked off the 2025 season impressively, however, Marquez, with his outstanding performance and superior outcomes on the GP23, made selecting the eight-time world champion an obvious decision.

KTM hasn't lived up to the consistent performance many anticipated this year, yet there's optimism around Bastianini because Acosta has frequently demonstrated the potential of the RC16 by securing several podium spots.

Jack Miller Heading to Honda

As Joan Mir considers hanging up his helmet, a spot has become available at Repsol Honda, and it looks like Jack Miller might be the one to fill it.

Miller seems to be departing from KTM and is consequently in search of a new team.

The Australian has gone through a challenging 2024 season, clearly struggling with self-assurance.

Transitioning to Honda and seizing the opportunity to elevate the Japanese company to a competitive status might just be the kind of challenge that appeals to Miller.

Joe Roberts Heading to Trackhouse

After clinching victory in the latest Moto2 competition at Mugello, Joe Roberts appears more poised than ever to bring the United States back into the forefront of premier grand prix racing.

Miguel Oliveira has faced difficulties with the RS-GP24 bike and might depart from Aprilia when this season concludes.

Roberts, currently trailing Sergio Garcia in the rankings, has solidly positioned himself as a contender for an Aprilia seat thanks to his notable quickness and reliability throughout 2024.

Andrea Iannone's Return to MotoGP with Ducati

In a move that's stirring debate, Andrea Iannone's potential comeback to MotoGP racing has already become a topic of conversation this season.

Iannone has acknowledged receiving attention from MotoGP, and with possible opportunities at Pramac and Gresini, he could emerge as a surprise contender for a remarkable comeback.

Iannone might fill the position at Gresini Ducati left by Marquez, thereby providing the team with an Italian competitor.

Pramac might be a possible choice, contingent on Franco Morbidelli's situation, but our forecast suggests Iannone will move to Gresini.

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