{"id":1873495,"date":"2026-04-08T16:00:50","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T13:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1873495"},"modified":"2026-04-08T16:00:50","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T13:00:50","slug":"motogp-engine-guru-set-for-swift-ktm-return-from-honda","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1873495","title":{"rendered":"MotoGP engine guru set for swift KTM return from Honda?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1296424_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1600&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9&#8243;]<\/p>\n<article>\n<header id=\"lbs-article\" class=\"article header article-header section layout layout--article-header\">\n<div class=\"col headline\">\n<div>\n<h1>MotoGP engine guru set for swift KTM return from Honda?<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"summary body\">\n<p>MotoGP engine designer Kurt Trieb reported to be returning to KTM ahead of the 850cc era.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"section two-column\">\n<div class=\"col article-info\">\n<div>\n<address> Peter McLaren <\/address>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div><time datetime=\"2026-04-08T18:20:13+00:00\">Updated: 08 Apr 2026<\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col article-actions\">\n<div class=\"block block-better-social-sharing-buttons block-social-sharing-buttons-block\">\n<div class=\"social-sharing-buttons\"><span class=\"ssb-title\"> Share<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div id=\"lbs-content\" class=\"content wide-two-column-sticky section layout layout--wide-two-column-sticky\">\n<div class=\"col first-column\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1296424_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1920w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1296424_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1296424_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1296424_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1500w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1296424_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1200w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1296424_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 900w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1296424_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1296424_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1296424_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>KTM RC16.<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Gold and Goose<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block block-preferred-source\">\n<div class=\"preferred-source-cta\">  Add as a preferred source <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>Kurt Trieb could be set for a swift return to KTM after a brief spell with Honda\u2019s MotoGP project.<\/p>\n<p>Trieb, who played a key role in developing the RC16 engine from its 2016 debut, left KTM to join HRC midway through last season.<\/p>\n<p>However, according to <em>Speedweek.com<\/em>, Trieb is already on his way back to Austria.<\/p>\n<p>The report states that the separation from Honda was \u201cat Trieb&#8217;s own request\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>While KTM declined to comment, Speedweek adds: \u201cAfter an unspecified break, the 62-year-old Trieb will return to his former workplace.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cThe engineer will be able to resume his old role as lead engine developer in the racing department.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>MotoGP engines are undergoing their biggest change in over a decade, with capacity reduced from 1000cc to 850cc from 2027.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-e203e06ee33098947d0648c3df4b9668ce445c90787f3c8a7476c45fc8bed5ba\">  KTM details Pedro Acosta\u2019s new MotoGP approach: \u201cThere was no middle ground\u201d   Honda\u2019s 850cc MotoGP bike back on track at Sepang? <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>KTM was the first manufacturer to run an 850cc prototype on track at Jerez last December.<\/p>\n<p>Development is expected to intensify in the coming months as manufacturers shift focus towards the new regulations.<\/p>\n<p>KTM currently sits third in the riders\u2019 standings with Pedro Acosta.\u00a0<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-12aec5eecbe86e92f75a706c1377891aa9d6e98d54ef248bb378d9bc9239b426\">  Johann Zarco details eye-opening Honda lap time acting as &#8220;a sign&#8221;   Guenther Steiner eyeing major Tech3 MotoGP change for 2027? <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>The Austrian manufacturer is also third in the constructors\u2019 championship, one place ahead of Honda.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block block-echobox\">\n<h2>Subscribe to our MotoGP Newsletter<\/h2>\n<div class=\"info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-info\" id=\"edit-info--2\">\n<p>Get the latest MotoGP news, exclusives, interviews and promotions from the paddock direct to your inbox<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"extra-info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-legal\" id=\"edit-legal--2\">\n<p>For more information see our Privacy Policy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>In this article<\/h2>\n<div>\n<div class=\"field_keywords\">Red Bull KTM Factory Racing<\/div>\n<div class=\"field_keywords\">Honda HRC (MotoGP)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block block-next-prev\">\n<div class=\"next-prev-pager contextual-region\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item prev\">\n<h3>  Previous<\/h3>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\"> Marc Marquez: \u201cMoney or the best bike? That&#8217;s how I was taught\u201d<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1300336_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1300336_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1300336_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1300336_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1300336_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1300336_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1300336_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1300336_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1300336_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-author-block block block-configurable-views-block\">\n<div class=\"author-view grid-view js-view-dom-id-7200671908bac92ca3ca2924a6d9f4fa513d39cc542f68d8f700c85a268d3c71\">\n<div class=\"card user default\">\n<div class=\"image\"> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/pictures\/picture-72168-1654791772.png?height=270&amp;format=webp 270w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/pictures\/picture-72168-1654791772.png?height=180&amp;format=webp 180w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/pictures\/picture-72168-1654791772.png?height=90&amp;format=webp 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"info\">\n<div class=\"header\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"name\">Peter McLaren<\/div>\n<div class=\"role\">MotoGP Editor<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"desc\">\n<p>Peter has been in the paddock for 20 years and has seen Valentino Rossi come and go. He is at the forefront of the Suzuki exit story and Marc Marquez\u2019s injury issues.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"views-element-container block block-views-blockrelated-content-related-content-block\">\n<h3>More News<\/h3>\n<div class=\"grid-view grid-2 js-view-dom-id-bfe84807a3627a6bb4dada0238b47ebd97d42f629191fd98a95429f5650adf48\">\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> MotoGP  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Pedro Acosta: Bezzecchi clash \u201cracing\u201d, but Martin pass \u201cnot a mistake\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1774824754\"> 29\/03\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-03\/gng_1304023_hires_1600x900.jpg?aspect_ratio=1:1\" alt=\"Pedro Acosta, Jorge Martin, 2026 US MotoGP.\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> MotoGP  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>KTM talking to Moto2 stars for 2027 MotoGP \u201cchance\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1774648449\"> 27\/03\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-03\/gng_1299241_hires_1600x900.jpg?aspect_ratio=1:1\" alt=\"Dani Holgado, David Alonso, Brazilian Moto2 Grand Prix.\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> MotoGP  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Honda a \u201ctop six\u201d MotoGP bike despite \u201cworse\u201d results<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1774534147\"> 26\/03\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-03\/gng_1299927_hires_1600x900.jpg?aspect_ratio=1:1\" alt=\"Luca Marini, 2026 Brazilian MotoGP.\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> MotoGP  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>MotoGP fans have the chance to experience what it\u2019s like to ride grand prix bike<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1774452038\"> 25\/03\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-03\/gng_1294929_hires.jpg?aspect_ratio=1:1\" alt=\"Pedro Acosta, 2026 MotoGP Thai Grand Prix. Credit: Gold and Goose.\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> MotoGP  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Pedro Acosta outlines KTM\u2019s surprising MotoGP weakness<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1774365998\"> 24\/03\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-03\/gng_1298283_hires.jpg?aspect_ratio=1:1\" alt=\"Pedro Acosta, KTM Factory Racing, 2026 Brazil MotoGP\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"links\">\n<div class=\"sections\"> MotoGP  News <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Ducati offers Gresini update amid Honda 2027 MotoGP links<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1774355774\"> 24\/03\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-03\/gng_1297569_hires.jpg?aspect_ratio=1:1\" alt=\"Alex Marquez, Gresini Ducati, 2026 Brazil MotoGP\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col second-column\">\n<div class=\"sticky\">\n<div class=\"block block-echobox\">\n<h2>Subscribe to our MotoGP Newsletter<\/h2>\n<div class=\"info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-info\" id=\"edit-info\">\n<p>Get the latest MotoGP news, exclusives, interviews and promotions from the paddock direct to your inbox<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"extra-info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-legal\" id=\"edit-legal\">\n<p>For more information see our Privacy Policy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"summary body\">\n<p>MotoGP engine designer Kurt Trieb reported to be returning to KTM ahead of the 850cc era.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>Kurt Trieb could be set for a swift return to KTM after a brief spell with Honda\u2019s MotoGP project.<\/p>\n<p>Trieb, who played a key role in developing the RC16 engine from its 2016 debut, left KTM to join HRC midway through last season.<\/p>\n<p>However, according to <em>Speedweek.com<\/em>, Trieb is already on his way back to Austria.<\/p>\n<p>The report states that the separation from Honda was \u201cat Trieb&#8217;s own request\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>While KTM declined to comment, Speedweek adds: \u201cAfter an unspecified break, the 62-year-old Trieb will return to his former workplace.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cThe engineer will be able to resume his old role as lead engine developer in the racing department.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>MotoGP engines are undergoing their biggest change in over a decade, with capacity reduced from 1000cc to 850cc from 2027.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-e203e06ee33098947d0648c3df4b9668ce445c90787f3c8a7476c45fc8bed5ba\">  KTM details Pedro Acosta\u2019s new MotoGP approach: \u201cThere was no middle ground\u201d   Honda\u2019s 850cc MotoGP bike back on track at Sepang? <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>KTM was the first manufacturer to run an 850cc prototype on track at Jerez last December.<\/p>\n<p>Development is expected to intensify in the coming months as manufacturers shift focus towards the new regulations.<\/p>\n<p>KTM currently sits third in the riders\u2019 standings with Pedro Acosta.\u00a0<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-12aec5eecbe86e92f75a706c1377891aa9d6e98d54ef248bb378d9bc9239b426\">  Johann Zarco details eye-opening Honda lap time acting as &#8220;a sign&#8221;   Guenther Steiner eyeing major Tech3 MotoGP change for 2027? <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>The Austrian manufacturer is also third in the constructors\u2019 championship, one place ahead of Honda.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block block-echobox\">\n<h2>Subscribe to our MotoGP Newsletter<\/h2>\n<div class=\"info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-info\" id=\"edit-info--2\">\n<p>Get the latest MotoGP news, exclusives, interviews and promotions from the paddock direct to your inbox<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"extra-info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-legal\" id=\"edit-legal--2\">\n<p>For more information see our Privacy Policy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>Kurt Trieb could be set for a swift return to KTM after a brief spell with Honda\u2019s MotoGP project.<\/p>\n<p>Trieb, who played a key role in developing the RC16 engine from its 2016 debut, left KTM to join HRC midway through last season.<\/p>\n<p>However, according to <em>Speedweek.com<\/em>, Trieb is already on his way back to Austria.<\/p>\n<p>The report states that the separation from Honda was \u201cat Trieb&#8217;s own request\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>While KTM declined to comment, Speedweek adds: \u201cAfter an unspecified break, the 62-year-old Trieb will return to his former workplace.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cThe engineer will be able to resume his old role as lead engine developer in the racing department.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>MotoGP engines are undergoing their biggest change in over a decade, with capacity reduced from 1000cc to 850cc from 2027.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-e203e06ee33098947d0648c3df4b9668ce445c90787f3c8a7476c45fc8bed5ba\">  KTM details Pedro Acosta\u2019s new MotoGP approach: \u201cThere was no middle ground\u201d   Honda\u2019s 850cc MotoGP bike back on track at Sepang? <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>KTM was the first manufacturer to run an 850cc prototype on track at Jerez last December.<\/p>\n<p>Development is expected to intensify in the coming months as manufacturers shift focus towards the new regulations.<\/p>\n<p>KTM currently sits third in the riders\u2019 standings with Pedro Acosta.\u00a0<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-12aec5eecbe86e92f75a706c1377891aa9d6e98d54ef248bb378d9bc9239b426\">  Johann Zarco details eye-opening Honda lap time acting as &#8220;a sign&#8221;   Guenther Steiner eyeing major Tech3 MotoGP change for 2027? <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>The Austrian manufacturer is also third in the constructors\u2019 championship, one place ahead of Honda.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block block-echobox\">\n<h2>Subscribe to our MotoGP Newsletter<\/h2>\n<div class=\"info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-info\" id=\"edit-info--2\">\n<p>Get the latest MotoGP news, exclusives, interviews and promotions from the paddock direct to your inbox<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"extra-info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-legal\" id=\"edit-legal--2\">\n<p>For more information see our Privacy Policy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;http:\/\/crash.net\/motogp\/news\/1092926\/1\/motogp-engine-guru-set-swift-ktm-return-honda&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1296424_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1600&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9&#8243;] MotoGP engine guru set for swift KTM return from Honda? MotoGP engine designer Kurt Trieb reported to be returning to KTM ahead of the 850cc era. Peter McLaren Updated: 08 Apr 2026 Share KTM RC16. \u00a9\u00a0Gold and Goose Add as a preferred source Kurt Trieb could be set for a swift return [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[47,226],"class_list":["post-1873495","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-politics","tag-crash-net","tag-crawlmanager"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1873495","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1873495"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1873495\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1873495"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1873495"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1873495"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}