MotoGP | Lorenzo Yamaha test rider: “I can't wait to get started”

After announcing the 2021 line-up with Maverick Vinales and Fabio Quartararo, a little while ago, through an official press release, the Iwata team made it known that the team's new test rider will be the five-time world champion, Jorge Lorenzo. The Majorcan will take to the track already in the tests in Malaysia scheduled from 2 to 4 February.

Statements Jorge Lorenzo, Monster Energy Yamaha Test Team

“I am very happy with the decision to join the Yamaha Factory Test Team. My desire was to stay in the MotoGP environment, to return to the paddock, and I think this is a suitable role for me. I know the team and the M1 well. The Yamaha really suited my riding style and it will be very interesting to find myself with my old bike again. Returning to Yamaha brings with it some good memories. We have achieved many podiums, victories and three titles together, so we know where our strengths are. I want to thank Yamaha for this opportunity, because this allows me to do what I love: ride a motorbike and push the limits and in the meantime, enjoy a slightly quieter lifestyle than in previous years.
I'm very motivated to get to work and can't wait to start riding. I want to do my best for Yamaha's future and I hope that my riding experience will be useful to Yamaha engineers and riders to regain the world title."

🇬🇧 “I'm very happy to announce I just signed an agreement with Yamaha to join their Test Team. I want to do my best for Yamaha's future, and I hope my riding experience will be helpful to engineers and riders to bring the title back to Yamaha.” pic.twitter.com/sa5wewSNPy

- Jorge Lorenzo (@ lorenzo99) January 30, 2020