Now official: Diogo Moreira is set to join the Honda works team in 2027

In 2027, LCR rider Diogo Moreira will be promoted to the Honda works team – this was officially confirmed on 20 October. The 22-year-old Brazilian will ride alongside Fabio Quartararo next year – when the new MotoGP rules come into force. Honda can therefore look forward to a rider pairing in 2027 that combines long-standing experience in the premier class with youthful potential.

“It’s a fantastic feeling to be joining the Honda MotoGP works team – it’s something every rider dreams of when they’re young,” said a delighted Moreira. “I’d like to thank everyone at HRC who has placed their trust in me and made this next step in the project possible. So far in 2026, we’ve done a great job of adapting to the bike, and based on what we’ve seen so far, the prospects for the future are already very positive.”

Moreira also took the opportunity to thank the LCR team. “Of course, I must also thank everyone at LCR who helped me settle into MotoGP – the whole team has been crucial to this development. I’m looking forward to next year and to helping Honda get back to where they belong.”

LCR rider Diogo Moreira is putting in impressive performances in his rookie MotoGP season. He has secured several top-10 finishes so far, most recently claiming a podium place in the Sprint race in Japan. His move to the factory team has been on the cards for some time.

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