MotoGP Basics Quiz

The inaugural season of Grand Prix motorcycle racing was held in 1949, marking the birth of what would later evolve into MotoGP.

The Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) is the global governing body for motorcycle racing, overseeing MotoGP and other international two-wheel championships.

"GP" stands for "Grand Prix," a term commonly used across motorsports to denote a major race event, derived from French.

Honda entered Grand Prix racing in the 1960s and became one of the most successful manufacturers in MotoGP history.

The 500cc class transitioned to MotoGP in 2002 with the introduction of 990cc four-stroke engines, signaling a new era in premier-class motorcycle racing.

Moto2 is the intermediate class in the MotoGP pyramid, and many top riders including Márquez and Quartararo came through it.

The Long Lap penalty was introduced as a safer and more visible method to penalize infractions without halting the race.

There are three classes in the MotoGP World Championship: MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3, each with different engine specifications and rider experience levels.

A Factory Team is one that receives full support from a motorcycle manufacturer and uses the latest technology and developments.

A white flag indicates a wet race or that conditions have changed to allow a bike change due to rain.