# Michelin Bans Soft Tyre for MotoGP Japanese GP

> Michelin bans soft compound after sprint race issues at Motegi.
- Title: Michelin Bans Soft Tyre for MotoGP Japanese GP · Autosport
- Summary: Michelin bans soft compound after sprint race issues at Motegi. Michelin banned soft rear tyres for MotoGP Japanese GP after sprint race problems…
- Keywords: michelin, motogp, japanese gp, tyre, sprint race, motegi, francesco bagnaia, jorge martin, marc marquez, aprilia racing, ducati team, hard compound
- Source: Autosport — https://autosport.com/motogp/news/michelin-bans-soft-compound-for-motogp-japanese-gp/10861464
- Author: Richard Asher
- Published: 2026-10-03T10:38:08+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: michelin, motogp, japanese gp, tyre, sprint race, motegi, francesco bagnaia, jorge martin, marc marquez, aprilia racing, ducati team, hard compound
## Tyre issues at Motegi sprint
MotoGP tyre supplier Michelin banned soft compound for tomorrow's Japanese Grand Prix after sprint race problems.
## Jorge Martin and Bagnaia affected
Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia experienced rear tyre damage due to high temperatures on the soft compound.
## Michelin's explanation
Michelin's motorsport boss Piero Taramasso said Motegi's new high-grip asphalt and 40C temperatures caused high rear-tyre temperatures.
## Hard compound recommended
Michelin recommended hard rear compound for Sunday's race, featuring reinforced casing to maintain pace.
## Warm-up session extended
MotoGP doubled Sunday morning warm-up session to 20 minutes for teams to test hard rear tyres.
## Marc Marquez's performance
Marc Marquez won sprint race but his rear tyre was destroyed, nearly costing him the race.
## Bagnaia's tyre condition
Francesco Bagnaia's rear tyre was completely split through the centre, making it impossible to ride safely.
## Bezzecchi's decision
Marco Bezzecchi chose medium compound for sprint, predicting hard compound will be needed for Sunday's race.
## Team reactions
Yamaha and other teams suggested extending warm-up session to test hard tyres after Sunday's race.
## What happens next
Michelin banned soft compound for Sunday's race, with hard compound recommended to ensure safety and performance.
## Key takeaway

Michelin banned soft rear tyres for MotoGP Japanese GP after sprint race problems, recommending hard compound for Sunday's race.