Bastianini Struggles to Adapt to KTM Bike in 2025 MotoGP

Enea Bastianini faces significant challenges in his adaptation with Red Bull KTM Tech3 team — bike development hasn’t aligned with his racing style.

During MotoGP testing at Aragon Circuit, the Italian rider could only manage 15th position — in stark contrast to his teammate Maverick Vinales who dominated at the top.

The performance gap between the two KTM Tech3 riders has become increasingly evident this season. Vinales has secured two top-five finishes, while Bastianini’s best achievement remains seventh position at MotoGP Americas.

A similar situation exists at Ducati Lenovo factory team, where Francesco Bagnaia and Marc Marquez experience significant performance differences — both riders still searching for their ideal bike setup.