Japanese motorcycle Grand Prix

The main venue who held the races for years was the Suzuka Circuit, until it permanently was replaced by the Mobility Resort Motegi from 2004 onwards after the circuit faced criticism for its short runoff areas and dangerous trackside barriers, causing the death of Japanese rider Daijiro Kato and the injuries of Marco Melandri and Alex Barros at the 2003 Japanese Grand Prix.As a result, Suzuka was faced with making considerable safety alterations to avoid a possible strike by the riders – many of whom believed the 240 hp motorbikes had outgrown the tight circuit.The FIM stated that the modifications would not be completed before 2005 and that, therefore, the 2004 Japanese Grand Prix would be held at Motegi, but Suzuka has not appeared on the calendar since.[1] The 2020 and 2021 races were cancelled due to the outbreak of COVID-19.[2] A pink background indicates an event that was not part of the Grand Prix motorcycle racing championship.
Kevin Schwantz on Suzuki RGV500 at the 1993 Japanese GP
Daijiro Kato winning the 1998 Japanese GP on his Honda NSR250
Dani Pedrosa celebrating after winning the 2011 Japanese GP on his Honda RC212V
Valentino Rossi in the lead followed by Marc Márquez and Dani Pedrosa at the 2013 Japanese GP
Marc Márquez riding his Honda RC213V while crossing the finish line first at the 2018 Japanese GP
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