🧠 MotoGP Quiz

Question

1easyWhich Italian manufacturer, whose name is synonymous with MotoGP glory, produces the iconic Desmosedici race bike?

Answer 1

💡 Ducati

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Ducati's Desmosedici (named after the desmodromic valve system and 16 cylinders) is indeed their iconic MotoGP machine, and Ducati is an Italian manufacturer strongly associated with MotoGP success. All facts check out.

Answer 2

💡 Sprint race

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The Sprint race was indeed introduced to MotoGP in 2023, held on Saturday afternoons and covering half the Grand Prix distance. This is a well-known format change that generated significant discussion among fans.

Answer 3

💡 Valentino Rossi

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Valentino Rossi, born in Urbino, Italy, won nine world championships in total, seven of which were in the premier class (500cc/MotoGP), making him one of the most decorated motorcycle racers in history.

Answer 4

💡 Autodromo Internacional do Algarve (Portimão)

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The Autodromo Internacional do Algarve, commonly known as Portimão, is indeed located in the Algarve region of Portugal and is famous for its dramatic elevation changes and flowing layout. It hosted its first MotoGP Grand Prix in 2020 and has been a fan favourite since. Accepting either the full name or 'Portimão' would be reasonable in a quiz setting.

Answer 5

💡 Honda

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Marc Márquez won his first MotoGP World Championship in 2013 riding for the Repsol Honda Team. He was only 20 years old at the time, making him the youngest MotoGP World Champion in history.

Answer 6

💡 1000cc

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The maximum engine displacement for the MotoGP premier class is indeed 1000cc (1.0 litre). This limit was introduced in 2012, replacing the previous 800cc limit. Four-stroke engines with up to four cylinders are permitted under the current regulations.

Answer 7

💡 Mugello

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Mugello Circuit, nestled in the Apennine hills of Tuscany, has hosted the Italian MotoGP round since 1994 and is widely regarded as one of the most scenic and challenging circuits on the calendar.

Answer 8

💡 1978

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Kenny Roberts Sr won his first 500cc World Championship in 1978, then retained it in 1979 and 1980 — three consecutive titles. He was the first American to win the 500cc world title, revolutionising riding technique with his flat-track-inspired style.

Answer 9

💡 Honda

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Dani Pedrosa rode for Honda (Repsol Honda) throughout his entire MotoGP career from 2006 to 2018, finishing runner-up in the championship three times but never winning the premier class title. He is widely regarded as the greatest rider never to have won a MotoGP World Championship. All checks pass.

Answer 10

💡 2021

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Fabio Quartararo won the MotoGP World Championship in 2021 riding for the Monster Energy Yamaha team, becoming the first French rider to claim the premier class title. He secured the championship at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix in Misano.