Superbike Star Razgatlıoğlu to Make MotoGP Debut in 2026 with Prima Pramac Yamaha

In a landmark signing for MotoGP, double World Superbike champion Toprak Razgatlıoğlu is set to make his long-awaited debut in the premier class in 2026, joining the Prima Pramac Yamaha team with factory support confirmed by Yamaha.

Razgatlıoğlu, aged 28 and fresh off his second Superbike title in 2024 riding for BMW, will return to the Yamaha fold when he transitions into MotoGP, signaling a “homecoming” and the beginning of a new chapter in his career. Yamaha’s managing director, Paolo Pavesio, described the move as “an exciting new challenge … set up with the clear goal of progressive growth over time,” underlining the strategic nature of the decision.

The Turkish sensation is not only among the most dominant and charismatic riders in WorldSBK—with 63 wins and 153 podiums to his name across manufacturers—but his entry into MotoGP marks a pivotal moment for the championship itself. As one of the sport’s most electrifying talents, Razgatlıoğlu brings fresh global appeal, particularly in expanding MotoGP’s footprint into new markets like Asia and the Americas.

His new team, Prima Pramac Yamaha, transitioned from Ducati to Yamaha’s factory-equivalent machinery in 2025, making them a potent satellite outfit backed directly by Yamaha. In this padded environment, Razgatlıoğlu will join forces with current Pramac rider Jack Miller, as confirmed recently by Yamaha.

Razgatlıoğlu’s MotoGP debut will make history: he will become the first Turkish rider to compete in the premier class and the first Superbike champion to make the switch since Ben Spies—underscoring the significance of his arrival.

As Yamaha positions itself for a resurgence in MotoGP, Razgatlıoğlu’s raw skill and proven winning pedigree represent a bold and calculated investment. Fans and competitors alike are already marking him as a thrilling wildcard—one whose arrival could redefine the sport’s competitive and cultural landscape.