Aprilia extends contract with MotoGP test rider Savadori for a further two years

Lorenzo Savadori has been working as a test rider for Aprilia since 2020. The Italian has so far made a significant contribution to turning the RS-GP into the competitive machine it is today.

On 10 November, two days after Marco Bezzecchi’s triumph in Qatar, Aprilia announced the extension of Savadori’s contract for a further two years. The rider, who hails from Cesena, will therefore remain a key figure in the Noale-based team’s MotoGP project in 2027 and 2028. Next year, he will embark on the new MotoGP era with the 850cc bikes alongside Bezzecchi and new signing Pecco Bagnaia.

According to Aprilia, Lorenzo Savadori is one of those who “best embody the spirit of Aprilia Racing”, as stated in the press release.

“I’m really looking forward to continuing my journey with Aprilia Racing, the team that is very close to my heart. I’m pleased with what we’ve achieved so far and with how much we’ve developed,” said the 33-year-old. “We are all working hard to ensure Aprilia is always right up there at the front, and I am proud and honoured to be part of this fantastic group of people who put not only enormous effort but also a great deal of passion into everything they do.”

Lorenzo Savadori is playing a key role in the development of the 850cc motorbike for 2027. He has already clocked up many test kilometres on the new prototype this year.

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Aprilia racing director Massimo Rivola: “Riders who are unconditionally committed to a cause and put the good of the company before their own personal ambitions are rare exceptions. Lorenzo is undoubtedly one of them, and that is one of the reasons why Aprilia Racing has become a benchmark in the premier class thanks to a completely unified team spirit. Without Giga Sava, Aprilia Racing would not be complete.”

Lorenzo Savadori mit der Aprilia-Crew

Foto: Aprilia Racing