Pedro Acosta Criticizes MotoGP's Plan to Ban Front Holeshot Device

Pedro Acosta criticized MotoGP's plan to ban front holeshot devices mid-season, citing safety concerns.

What happened?

MotoGP plans to remove ride height devices entirely by 2027, but Acosta believes banning the front device without removing the rear device could create new dangers. The KTM star pointed to potential complications that could arise if the rear holeshot device failed to release under braking for the first corner.

Why it matters for Pedro Acosta

Acosta said it would only work if both front and rear devices were removed, as the rear device failing to release could cause the bike to be unturnable. "With the rear down, you cannot turn," he said after comfortably making it into Saturday's Q2 session.

What comes next?

Several riders tried starting without the front device following Czech Grand Prix practice at Brno on Friday, with varied opinions on the time frame and viability of the proposed ban. The proposed ban is set to be introduced at the British Grand Prix in August, but Acosta remains skeptical about its effectiveness. As reported earlier this month, MotoGP bosses have expressed a desire to ban the front device due to recent first-corner accidents. Pedro Acosta comfortably made it into Saturday's Q2 session, but his concerns about the ban remain. The Spaniard emphasized that "everything or nothing" should be the approach, rather than a partial ban. MotoGP's decision to ban the front holeshot device has sparked debate among riders, with some agreeing with Acosta's concerns. The sport's governing body will need to consider the feedback from riders like Acosta before making a final decision.