Get ready for a thrilling development in the world of MotoGP! A major change is coming for Enea Bastianini, and it could be just what he needs to shake up his season. The Tech3 KTM MotoGP rider has had a rollercoaster ride so far, but he's shown flashes of brilliance with podium finishes in the second half of the campaign. Now, he's set to test a different RC16 chassis at the Australian Grand Prix - a move that could be a game-changer.
But here's where it gets interesting: this new chassis is the same one used by Pedro Acosta. Bastianini tried it earlier in the season, but he admits he was 'completely without confidence' on the bike at the time, making it difficult to gauge its effectiveness. So, will a second chance with this chassis be the key to unlocking his true potential?
The Italian rider has been open about the need to adapt his riding style to the KTM bike, and it seems he's made some progress. However, a tough Indonesian Grand Prix saw him struggle, finishing 17th on the grid and failing to complete both races. What went wrong, and how can he turn it around?
According to Bastianini, the new chassis is available to all riders, but the swingarm is currently exclusive to Pedro Acosta. He's eager to re-test the chassis and compare it to his current setup. 'The chassis is available for everybody,' he explained. 'Just the swingarm is not available for everybody and only for Pedro at the moment.'
But what about the challenges he faced in Indonesia? Bastianini revealed that his team worked tirelessly to provide him with the best bike possible, but something went awry during the race. 'I wasn't able to do a fantastic race, and I think we have to work to understand for the future to do something more,' he said.
Despite the setbacks, Bastianini found some positives in the fast corners, where he was competitive and lost only 0.4 seconds in sector two. Can he build on this momentum and make a strong showing in Australia? The Australian Grand Prix is just around the corner, and Bastianini is ready to put the new chassis to the test. Will it be the catalyst for a breakthrough, or will he continue to face challenges? We want to hear from you - do you think this change will pay off for Bastianini? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
