Japanese Motorcycle Grand Prix
| Date | Country | Grand Prix | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28th February – 2nd March | Thailand | Thailand Motorcycle Grand Prix | Chang International Circuit |
| 14th – 16th March | Argentina | Argentina Republic Motorcycle Grand Prix | Termas De Rio Hondo |
| 28th – 30th March | USA | Motorcycle Grand Prix of the Americas | Circuit of the Americas |
| 11th – 13th April | Qatar | Qatar Motorcycle Grand Prix | Lusail International Circuit |
| 25th – 27th April | Spain | Spanish Motorcycle Grand Prix | Circuito De Jerez – Angel Nieto |
| 9th – 11th May | France | French Motorcycle Grand Prix | Bugatti Circuit, LE Mans |
| 23rd – 25th May | United Kingdom | British Motorcycle Grand Prix | Silverstone Circuit |
| 6th – 8th June | Aragon | Aragon Motorcycle Grand Prix | Motorland Aragon, Alcaniz |
| 20th – 22nd June | Italy | Italian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello |
| 27th – 29th June | Netherlands | Dutch TT | TT Circuit Assen |
| 11th – 13th July | Germany | German Motorcycle Grand Prix | Sachsenring |
| 18th – 20th July | Czechia | Czech Republic Motorcycle Grand Prix | Automotodrom Brno |
| 15th – 17th August | Austria | Austrian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Red Bull Ring - Spielberg |
| 22nd – 24th August | Hungary | Hungarian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Balaton Park |
| 5th – 7th September | Catalonia | Catalan Motorcycle Grand Prix | Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya |
| 12th – 14th September | San Marino | San Marino and the Rimini Riviera Motorcycle Grand Prix | Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli |
| 26th – 28th September | Japan | Japanese Motorcycle Grand Prix | Mobility Resort Motegi |
| 3rd – 5th October | Indonesia | Indonesian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Pertamina Mandalika Circuit |
| 17th – 19th October | Australia | Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Philip Island Grand Prix Circuit |
| 24th – 26th October | Malaysia | Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Petronas Sepang International Circuit |
| 7th – 9th November | Portugal | Portuguese Motorcycle Grand Prix | Autódromo Internacional do Algarve |
| 14th – 16th November | Valencia | Valencian Community Motorcycle Grand Prix | Circuit Ricardo Tormo |
A key event in the MotoGP calendar, the Japanese Motorcycle Grand Prix is held at the Mobility Resort Motegi Circuit. Taking place for the first time in 1963, the Japanese Motorcycle Grand Prix is laced with a rich history and has seen several thrilling winnings. Among these, the most notable winner of the event was Marc Marquez, who to this day holds the record for most wins at the Japanese Motorcycle Grand Prix.
Mobility Resort Motegi Circuit
| Circuit length | 4.801 km (road course), 2.493 km (oval track) |
| Number of Corners | 14 (road course), 4 banked comers (oval track) |
| Lap record | 1:31.422 by Toshiki Oyu in a Dallara SF19 (2021) |
| First Grand Prix | 1999 |
| Direction | Clockwise |
| Capacity | 68,156 |
The Mobility Resort Motegi Circuit, located in Motegi, Tochigi, is a prominent motor racing venue that was initially known as the Twin Ring Motegi. This circuit is a rare one because it doesn’t consist of one but two main racetracks, a road course that spans 4.801 km, and an oval course stretching to 2.493 km. Owned by Honda Motor Co., Ltd, the Mobility Resort Motegi Circuit serves as a hosting venue for several events. These events include the Super Formula Championship, Japanese Motorcycle Grand Prix, and Super GT series. Not only does the Mobility Resort Motegi offer its visitors a chance to experience the thrill of moto racing but also offers them a wide range of other activities. These activities include forest walks, zip-lining, and glamping.
History of Mobility Resort Motegi Circuit
Harboring a rich history rooted deep in motor racing, the Mobility Resort Motegi Circuit, once known as the Twin Ring Motegi is a permanent fixture in the MotoGP calendar. In order to promote motorsports in Japan, Honda put forth the idea of a state-of-the-art circuit. So, in 1995, the construction of the circuit began. Come 1996, the circuit was opened officially under the name Twin Ring Motegi. The treason behind naming the circuit so was its two separate tracks: the oval track and the road course. In 1998, the circuit hosted the IndyCar Series and quickly garnered fame and attention so much so that the coming year in 1999, the Twin Ring Motegi hosted its first MotoGP race and since then became a permanent venue in the event. On March 1st, 2022, the Twin Ring Motegi was renamed to Mobility Resort Motegi to mark the 25th anniversary of the resort.
Mobility Resort Motegi Circuit Topography
Featuring a challenging and diverse topography, the Mobility Resort Motegi Circuit due to its enthralling features and facilities is famous among riders and spectators alike. The circuit consists of two tracks, an oval track, and a road course. The road course, spanning 4.801 km, is used for hosting the MotoGP races. Featuring 14 corners and an elevation difference of 30.4 meters, the road course offers a thrilling experience to both riders and the audience.
Cost of the Japanese Motorcycle Grand Prix
| Grandstand/Tickets | Day | Price |
|---|---|---|
| General Admission | 3-Day | TBD |
| Grandstand G | 3-Day | TBD |
| Grandstand Z | 3-Day | TBD |
| Grandstand A | 3-Day | TBD |
| Grandstand V1 | 3-Day | TBD |
| Grandstand V2 | 3-Day | TBD |
| Grandstand V3 | 3-Day | TBD |
| Grandstand V4 | 3-Day | TBD |
| Grandstand V5 | 3-Day | TBD |
| Grandstand V4 | 3-Day | TBD |
MotoGP 2025 Drivers and Sponsors
| Team | Constructor | Motorcycle | Rider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aprilia Racing | Aprilia | RS-GP25 | Marco Bezzecchi |
| Jorge Martín | |||
| Trackhouse MotoGP Team | Raúl Fernández | ||
| Ai Ogura | |||
| Ducati Lenovo Team | Ducati | Desmosedici GP25 | Francesco Bagnaia |
| Marc Márquez | |||
| Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team | Fabio Di Giannantonio | ||
| Desmosedici GP24 | Franco Morbidelli | ||
| Gresini Racing MotoGP | Fermín Aldeguer | ||
| Álex Márquez | |||
| Castrol Honda LCR Idemitsu Honda LCR |
Honda | RC213V | Johann Zarco |
| Somkiat Chantra | |||
| Honda HRC | Luca Marini | ||
| Joan Mir | |||
| Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | KTM | RC16 | Brad Binder |
| Pedro Acosta | |||
| Red Bull KTM Tech3 | Maverick Viñales | ||
| Enea Bastianini | |||
| Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team | Yamaha | YZR-M1 | Fabio Quartararo |
| Álex Rins | |||
| Prima Pramac Yamaha | Jack Miller | ||
| Miguel Oliveira |