Suzuki has recently hinted at the possibility of making a comeback to MotoGP in the future. However, the company’s president, Toshihiro Suzuki, has made it clear that such a return depends on building a strong foundation within the company first.

Suzuki’s exit from MotoGP at the end of 2022 was controversial, as it breached a four-year agreement with series promoter Dorna. Despite the departure, Suzuki left on a high note. The brand clinched the 2020 championship with Joan Mir and ended its last season with a victory in Valencia.

Now, just over two years since parting ways with MotoGP, Toshihiro Suzuki has reignited hopes of rejoining the premier class. However, he emphasized that Suzuki’s immediate focus is on enhancing its road bike lineup to cater to modern motorcycling enthusiasts.

"The MotoGP victories were obviously very important for us," Suzuki explained to Corriere dello Sport. "But it's no use to us if we don't have a complete and varied range of models for all motorcycle enthusiasts. Right now, I don’t think we’re in that situation. It’s crucial that we quickly develop a lineup that satisfies today’s riders. If we achieve that, then we can think about racing—and winning—again."

Suzuki’s cautious approach comes as other MotoGP stakeholders face their own challenges. KTM, despite reaffirming its commitment to the championship, has been struggling with funding issues, forcing a pause in the development of its bike. Meanwhile, Dorna has found it difficult to attract new manufacturers to the grid, with no fresh entrants since Suzuki’s departure.

If Suzuki does re-enter MotoGP, it would face significant challenges. The company would need to rebuild its MotoGP program from scratch, and rumors suggest it may have sold off key data from its previous racing efforts to BMW. Additionally, MotoGP’s upcoming rule changes in 2027 leave limited time to create a competitive package.

Another challenge would be grid space. Dorna is firm on maintaining a 22-bike grid. For Suzuki to join, it would need to partner with an existing satellite team such as Pramac, Tech3, LCR, Gresini, or the newly established Trackhouse Racing team.

Despite these challenges, Suzuki’s renewed interest offers hope for MotoGP fans eager to see the blue and silver livery back in action. While a return may not happen soon, Suzuki’s legacy and determination suggest that, if conditions align, the company could once again make waves in the MotoGP world.