Jack Miller Drops Bombshell On Fabio Quartararo and Yamaha’s MotoGP Progress – ‘He’s Busting his A*se’

  Jack Miller Reveals Yamaha’s Intense Efforts to Boost MotoGP Performance: ‘They’re Busting Their A*se’

Pramac Yamaha, the latest addition to the MotoGP grid, is set to switch from Ducati to Yamaha machinery in 2025, a move bolstered by the inclusion of seasoned riders Jack Miller and Miguel Oliveira. This transition not only marks a fresh chapter in their careers but also provides Yamaha with an enhanced presence, doubling its bikes and data on the grid. Miller, who recently transitioned from KTM, shed light on Yamaha’s development efforts for its YZR-M1 MotoGP bike, emphasizing the relentless hard work being poured into making the bike competitive once more.

Speaking in Barcelona last November, while still under KTM’s contract, Miller refrained from disclosing detailed specifics about Yamaha but acknowledged the evident progress being made. “There’s some history behind that motorcycle, and the bones of it are great,” Miller told Crash.net. Reflecting on the bike’s storied past, he added, “It was the bike everyone wanted to be on when I started in MotoGP.”

Miller highlighted the notable struggles Yamaha faced in recent years, particularly with the evolving aerodynamics and ride-height devices now integral to MotoGP. Despite these challenges, he praised Yamaha’s ongoing efforts: “They’re not sitting on their laurels. They’re busting their a*se trying to get there now.”

He also recognized the significance of Yamaha introducing a second team, stating that not having four bikes on the grid previously might have hindered their development. “That will also be a big step in the right direction,” Miller noted.

Addressing the complexities Yamaha faces, Miller pointed out that if the issues were simple, they would have already been resolved. He mentioned the ride-height device as a critical factor, a feature he extensively worked on during his tenure at Ducati. “It’s an accumulation of things, whether it be the tyres or the ride-height device,” he explained.

Miller suggested Yamaha may have misjudged the longevity of the ride-height device in MotoGP, potentially leading to a delay in its development. “They probably thought it would be outlawed before 2027, so they didn’t need to develop it early,” he observed. Similarly, he touched on the aerodynamic advancements and their significant impact on modern bikes. “It’s crazy to see what the back of the bikes look like now aero-wise,” he added.

In summary, Miller’s insights reveal Yamaha’s determined efforts to regain competitiveness in MotoGP, while also highlighting the intricate challenges the team must navigate to stay at the forefront of the sport.