Honda Announces New Factory MotoGP Partnership

Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) has officially confirmed that Diogo Moreira will partner Fabio Quartararo at the Honda HRC Castrol factory team for the 2027 MotoGP World Championship.

Announced on 20 October 2026, the decision completes Honda's rider line-up ahead of MotoGP's major technical regulation changes.

The 22-year-old Brazilian will graduate from LCR Honda after just one season in the premier class, joining 2021 MotoGP World Champion Quartararo, who is moving from Yamaha.

Moreira has signed a multi-year agreement, underlining Honda's confidence in his long-term potential.

One proven World Champion. One rising Brazilian star. A new era for Honda.

Diogo Moreira Earns Factory Promotion After Impressive Rookie Season

Moreira's rapid progression through motorcycle racing has established him as one of MotoGP's most promising young talents.

The Brazilian secured the 2025 Moto2 World Championship before stepping up to MotoGP with LCR Honda in 2026.

His rookie campaign has demonstrated both consistency and improving competitiveness.

Across the first 17 Grands Prix, Moreira scored points in 14 races, while his breakthrough top-10 finish came at the Catalan Grand Prix.

One of his strongest performances arrived at Motegi, where he finished second in the Japanese Grand Prix Sprint, earning his first MotoGP Sprint podium.

His ability to adapt quickly to the Honda RC213V has convinced HRC that he is ready for a factory opportunity.

The promotion represents another major milestone in his career, moving from Moto2 World Champion to factory MotoGP rider within two seasons.

Fabio Quartararo Brings Championship Experience to Honda

Alongside Moreira, Fabio Quartararo will begin a new chapter with Honda after leaving Yamaha, the manufacturer with which he won the 2021 MotoGP World Championship.

The French rider brings extensive premier-class experience, race-winning credentials and valuable technical feedback.

His partnership with Moreira creates a balance between proven championship experience and emerging talent.

For Honda, this combination is particularly important as the manufacturer continues working to return to the front of the MotoGP grid.

Quartararo's experience developing MotoGP machinery could play a central role in Honda's preparations for the upcoming regulation changes.

David Alonso Joins LCR Honda as Moreira's Replacement

Honda has also confirmed changes to its satellite team.

Highly rated Colombian rider David Alonso will make his MotoGP debut with LCR Honda in 2027, taking the seat vacated by Moreira.

Alonso will partner experienced French rider Johann Zarco, who remains with the team.

The arrangement allows Honda to develop another promising young rider while maintaining an experienced presence within its satellite operation.

Honda Targets a Fresh Start Under 2027 MotoGP Regulations

The rider announcements arrive as MotoGP prepares for one of its biggest technical transformations.

Beginning in 2027, the championship will introduce 850cc engines, replacing the current 1000cc machines.

Pirelli will become MotoGP's official tyre supplier, while ride-height devices will be banned and aerodynamic regulations tightened.

These changes offer Honda an opportunity to develop a new motorcycle and potentially close the performance gap to its rivals.

The combination of Quartararo's experience, Moreira's potential and Honda's engineering resources could prove important in the manufacturer's rebuilding strategy.

However, success will ultimately depend on how competitive Honda's new-generation machine becomes.

A New Chapter for Honda and MotoGP

For Winbox Racing, Honda's announcement highlights how manufacturers are preparing for the future by combining established champions with emerging racing talent.

Moreira's promotion demonstrates the opportunities available to young riders who deliver consistent performances and adapt quickly to the demands of MotoGP.

Meanwhile, Quartararo's arrival signals Honda's ambition to return to championship contention.

With all 22 seats on the 2027 MotoGP grid now confirmed, attention will increasingly turn towards the development of the new 850cc motorcycles.

Honda has chosen its riders. The next challenge is building a championship-winning machine.

Quartararo and Moreira — Honda's new partnership for MotoGP 2027.

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