Dorna has outlined the steps required for manufacturers like Suzuki or BMW to join the MotoGP grid.

BMW has expressed interest in becoming the newest manufacturer, especially after Toprak Razgatlioglu's impressive World Superbike Championship title win this year.

Suzuki, which unexpectedly left MotoGP in 2022, has recently hinted at the possibility of a return.

“The championship is in an incredible moment right now,” said Dorna Sporting Director Carlos Ezpeleta in an interview with Relevo. “Having more manufacturers would be great, but it depends on their performance, investment, and the promotion they bring.”

Ezpeleta emphasized that the door remains open for new manufacturers, but any entry must be agreed upon with the existing teams, as Dorna aims to maintain a grid of 22 riders and 11 teams.

“We have 11 teams, all of which have value. If a new manufacturer wants to join, they’ll need to reach an agreement with one of those teams. Our goal is to create a technical regulation that allows new factories to enter with a reasonable investment that can eventually benefit their business,” he explained.

However, a significant change will occur in 2025 with the reduction of Ducati's presence on the grid. This means Ducati will decrease its number of bikes from eight to four.

Yamaha, on the other hand, will expand by bringing in the Pramac satellite team, increasing their bike count from two to four.

Ezpeleta explained Dorna’s approach, stating, “Dorna has always worked on achieving equality through its sporting and technical regulations. This year, we’ve seen the impact of that with Jorge’s championship victory.”

He noted that the performance gap has narrowed in recent years. “The difference is smaller now than it used to be, and while the team names have changed, the disparity is not as wide as it once was,” Ezpeleta added.

Regarding Ducati's dominance, he said: “The eight Ducati bikes on the grid came about because private teams, wanting the best riders at competitive prices, led to that situation. We didn’t intervene. From Dorna and IRTA’s perspective, we updated the concession system last year to reflect the current situation more accurately.”