MotoGP: Monster Energy Yamaha unveil new 2023 livery

Written by:Shawn Hensley

Monster Energy Yamaha has unveiled its new 2023 MotoGP livery in a special presentation in Jakarta, Indonesia.

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New bike design features grey and blue camouflage effect, with orange accents and updated teamwear.

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Quartararo aims to reclaim MotoGP crown from Bagnaia and Ducati despite power difference and numbers.

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Quartararo injured his hand during winter break, but trained non-stop and is now recovered, ready to fight for the 2023 title. He's excited to ride the 2023 YZR-M1 and work hard after learning from the 2022 season.

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Morbidelli ranked 19th with 32 points in the last season, hoping for better in 2022.

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Only two Yamaha riders remain on the grid as RNF Racing moves to Aprilia. Yamaha has a single team while others have two teams.

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Yamaha shows 2023 livery, Ducati to reveal World Superbike designs on January 23, Gresini on 21.

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MotoGP pre-season tests start in February, at Sepang and Portimao, followed by the first race in March at Portimao.

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