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Pre-race testing: the art of precision for GMT94

In the demanding world of motorbike racing, every detail counts. That's why, for the GMT94 Yamaha team, pre-race testing is of crucial importance. These test sessions are more than just a formality; they are an opportunity to perfect the symbiosis between rider, bike and circuit, ensuring that each race is approached with the confidence and preparation needed to aim for victory.

Pre-season tests

Pre-season tests are key moments for the GMT94 Yamaha team. Each year, the riders, mechanics and engineers gather for several days at a circuit during the winter to fine-tune their set-up, explore new strategies and adapt to the changing conditions of the various World Supersport and World Superbike championship circuits.

Free pratice

The aim of testing at race weekends is to tailor the bike to the specific characteristics of each circuit and track conditions. The Yamaha R6 and R1, GMT94's bikes, are meticulously tuned to meet the unique demands of each track. Precision is key, as a simple adjustment can make the difference between a mediocre performance and a stunning victory.Preparatory testing is never left to chance by GMT94 Yamaha. They are the fruit of a meticulous approach. The data collected during these tests is carefully analysed to further refine the team's performance. The engineers work hand in hand with the riders to analyse the data and the sensations.

The ultimate goal: victory

At the end, the ultimate objective of preparatory testing is victory. Every test, every kilometre on the track, every modification to the bike is a step towards that goal. The competition is fierce, but it's precisely this intensity that drives the team to excel at every race.Thanks to the expertise of the riders, the scientific approach and the precision of the engineers and mechanics, GMT94's Yamaha R6 and R1 motorbikes are ready to shine on the World Supersport and World Superbike championship circuits.

End of 2 days of testing in Jerez

25 January 2024

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The GMT94 Yamaha spent two days testing on the Jerez de la Frontera track in sunny Andalusia. The conditions allowed Phillip Öttl and Lucas Mahias to put in a series of laps and leave Spain with a sense of achievement. In Superbike, it didn’t take Phillip Öttl long to adapt to the Yamaha R1. The GMT94 rider showed his speed from the very first laps with some promising lap times. […]

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From 24 to 30 January, the GMT94 Yamaha team will head to Spain for private testing at the Jerez de la Frontera track (Spain) for seven days of training and set-up.Lucas Mahias (Yamaha R6 number 94) and Philipp Öttl (Yamaha R1 number 5), the 2024 riders of the French structure who were able to train this winter on their practice bikes, are eager to get back to their team. After a […]

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The serious things began on the Phillip Island side for Valentin Debise and Lorenzo Baldassarri. The riders and their technical teams have not been idle. Everyone has been working to adapt to a particular circuit and to take the measure of the very high level of the two championships in which GMT94 participates. Even if the Australian track is not one of Valentin Debise’s favorites, the Frenchman was able to […]

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Lorenzo Baldassarri and Valentin Debise had appointment this Tuesday on the track of Phillip Island for a last day of test with the GMT94 Yamaha. Last positive tests before the first round of the WorldSBK in a few days. For Lorenzo Baldassari the work pays off, the Italian rider clearly passed a milestone with a time of 1’31.990. In spite of a crash, the number 34 takes more and more […]

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The Australian weather could not be more radiant for this first day of test on the circuit of Phillip Island, it is under a summer sun that Valentin Debise and Lorenzo Baldassarri chained the laps to prepare at best the first meeting of the season which will take place in a few days on the same track.  In Supersport Valentin Debise said he was satisfied by this first day with […]

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2 days tests in Portimao

2 February 2023

Portimao-Portugal

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Last winter tests before the Australian meeting. Valentin Debise, Lorenzo Baldassarri and the GMT94 Yamaha team met in Portugal at the Portimão circuit for the last winter tests in order to continue the work on the YZF-R6 and the YZF-R1. Two days during which Lorenzo Baldassarri was able to try out the “time attack” and the race simulations. The five-time Moto2 winner clearly showed an “increase in power” confirming the […]

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Last test day at Jerez

26 January 2023

Jerez-Spain

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Lorenzo Baldassarri and the GMT94 Yamaha have had a good start to the season in Jerez. Lorenzo Baldassarri and the GMT94 can leave Jerez satisfied after two days of positive testing. The 131 laps completed throughout the test have allowed the team and the number 34 to do some constructive work with the new Yamaha YZF-R1. Lorenzo Baldassarri: “A new team, a new bike… this first test was really positive. […]

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First day of testing at Jerez

25 January 2023

Jerez-Espagne

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A successful first day of testing for Lorenzo Baldassarri and the GMT94 Yamaha. It is accompanied by the Andalusian sun that the new GMT94 recruit, Lorenzo Baldassarri, took his first steps with the Yamaha YZF-R1, marked with the number 34, on the Jerez de la Frontera track. A great first for the Italian rider but also for the Val de Marnaise team which makes this season the big jump in […]

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The 2023 season is launched!

9 January 2023

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All the GMT94 team wishes you a happy new year 2023 !!! Valentin Debise is already training intensively in Spain. He rode for 3 days in Valencia and now he is in Jerez for another 3 days. The first World Superbike tests will take place in Jerez. Lorenzo Baldassarri will discover for the first time his new R1. He will have the chance to train for 2 days, on January […]

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End of the WorldSBK Official Test

5 April 2022

Aragon - Spain

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On Monday 4th and Tuesday 5th April, the GMT94 Yamaha team was at the Aragon circuit (Spain). All the participants of the WorldSSP Championship were invited to take part in two days of tests, before the first race weekend.

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