# 2026 Preview: Preseason Testing, Rider Salaries

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Podcast: [MotoWeek - MotoGP, Motorcycle and Racing News](https://stenobird.com/podcast/motoweek-motogp-motorcycle-and-racing-news-218525)
Published: 2026-02-25T06:04:32+00:00
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## Resource

Do preseason testing results make a difference? Kind of. I talk about the riders' opinions of their own chances heading into the 2026 MotoGP season, then rank the manufacturers. Plus - we discuss minimum rider salaries. The Rundown: - MotoGP News: - Minimum Salaries - the riders deserve it - Preseason Testing: - Results from Thailand and Buriram - Ducati and Aprilia - set for a showdown? - KTM is in transition, but Acosta still has something to race for - Honda hits a plateau - how long will it take to move past it? - Yamaha has a LOT of work to do - My manufacturer rankings heading into the season One more to go before the season starts! Check back for my ThaiGP Preview tomorrow! Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net , follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon ! Thanks for listening!

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