Aspar Team boss Jorge Martínez has reiterated CFMoto’s desire to step up to MotoGP in the future. While avoiding setting a firm timeline, the team principal noted that the championship itself is equally keen on forging ties with a major Chinese corporation, as it would help attract corporate sponsors and further internationalize the sport.

Earlier this year, “Aspar” had already revealed the Chinese brand’s interest in entering the premier class of Grand Prix motorcycle racing, but he continues to emphasize that it must be a step-by-step process.

“We have to be realistic. We are in 2026, and everything for 2026 is already locked in and finalized,” Martínez told German outlet Speedweek. “Building the necessary infrastructure for 2027 would be crazy. I believe we have to move forward step by step. Who knows if it might be possible down the road,” he continued.

With an eye on a future MotoGP entry, CFMoto bid to become the sole bike supplier for Moto3 starting in 2028, but along with Honda, KTM, and Aprilia, lost out to Yamaha.

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Jorge Martínez highlighted that MotoGP would also benefit from having a Chinese brand in the championship (Photo: Aspar)

Nevertheless, the Chinese manufacturer continues to expand its footprint in the paddock and, earlier this year, acquired a majority stake in Kalex, the renowned German chassis builder.

“The priorities have already been established. Our partner CFMoto has a strong interest in expanding its involvement to World Superbike and eventually to MotoGP,” he explained. “It is a historic milestone for a major Chinese manufacturer to make investments of this magnitude—investments that cover all key areas: talent development, team and infrastructure support, and technology,” he emphasized.

“I can’t put an exact timeframe on it—it could be three or five years—but I can confirm that the shared vision is MotoGP. It must also be said that this isn’t just my interest or CFMoto’s. MotoGP is also extremely interested in attracting a major company from China,” he assured.

Aspar pointed out that having a Chinese manufacturer involved in the championship would make it easier to secure commercial partners and broaden the sport’s global reach.

“With a Chinese manufacturer on board, MotoGP gains access to new corporate partners and sponsors. The next step could bring new projects—perhaps even a Chinese Grand Prix,” he assessed. “I believe a fundamental point here is that our sport will become—and needs to become—much more international in the coming years,” he concluded.

MotoGP is currently on its summer break and will return to action from August 7 to 9 with the British Grand Prix, the 12th round of the 2026 season.