Triumph reveals all-new Moto2 race engine for 2027

Triumph Motorcycles is preparing to introduce an all-new, higher-powered race engine to the Moto2 World Championship in 2027, promising more power, less weight and another major step forward for the intermediate Grand Prix class.

Developed using the knowledge gained from almost two million kilometres of Moto2 competition, the new engine represents the most significant performance change since Triumph became the championship’s exclusive engine supplier in 2019.

Triumph’s current race-tuned 765cc triple has helped transform Moto2, delivering higher speeds, falling lap records and some of the closest racing in the championship’s history.

However, the British manufacturer is now preparing to take the next step.

The new engine is expected to produce around six per cent more peak power, while delivering additional torque throughout the rev range. Triumph has also confirmed that the engine’s capacity will change, although the final specification has not yet been revealed.

More power and less weight

A major focus of the development programme has been increasing airflow into the cylinders.

The engine features a completely redesigned cylinder head, higher-flow ports, a new combustion chamber and a low-inertia valvetrain. These changes have allowed Triumph to increase the compression ratio and improve torque delivery across the rev range.

The crankcases and internal components have also been redesigned to withstand the additional power and torque while maintaining the reliability required for a one-make engine formula.

Despite the stronger internal construction, the new engine is two kilograms lighter than the current Moto2 powerplant.

Triumph Chief Product Officer Steve Sargent said the new engine represented another major step in the company’s relationship with MotoGP.

“We have always strived to develop the Moto2 World Championship ever since we began powering the middleweight class in 2019,” Sargent said.

“We’ve introduced more power, we’ve seen gearbox changes and now we’ve introduced a brand-new, high-performance race engine that will be powering the Moto2 series from 2027.”

Sargent said the engine had already undergone an extensive testing programme focused on performance, reliability and longevity.

New engines will require new chassis

The changes are significant enough that Moto2 chassis manufacturers will need to develop completely new frames for the 2027 season.

The revised engine will feature different mounting points and a new intake position, requiring manufacturers to rethink the packaging and overall design of their motorcycles.

Triumph has been working with the Moto2 chassis manufacturers for the past 12 months, providing the technical information needed to begin development.

Engines will soon be supplied to Moto2 teams, with private testing already underway ahead of the engine’s first public on-track appearance later in 2026.

MotoGP Sporting Director Alfonso Cartujo said the project demonstrated Triumph’s commitment to continuing the development of the Moto2 category.

“Their ambition to evolve and improve only continues to grow, and its rewards are proven on track as Moto2 only gets better,” Cartujo said.

“Now it will get even more powerful, and we’re excited to see these new engine developments take to the track.”

Nearly two million kilometres of development

Since entering Moto2 in 2019, Triumph’s engines have completed a combined 1,926,132 kilometres of racing and testing.

The company has used race data and direct rider feedback to continually refine the engine package, including previous updates to power delivery and the gearbox.

Triumph says close to 100 all-time and race lap records have been broken during its involvement in the championship, while the Moto2 triple has also powered a generation of riders who have progressed into MotoGP.

The new engine is scheduled to make its competitive debut at the beginning of the 2027 Moto2 World Championship, with further technical details expected to be announced as testing progresses.