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Jorge Prado Says Bike Setup Changes Unlocked His MXGP-Level Speed

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Jorge Prado (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) delivered his best U.S. performance yet at Unadilla, battling Jett Lawrence for the lead. He said reverting his bike's setup from an American-style configuration back toward the European MXGP setup he trained on for years made the difference, adding that he last felt this kind of speed back in 2024, during his MXGP days.

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Sergio Higuchi

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Sergio HiguchiRacing · MotoGP Commentary

Battling Jett at Unadilla wasn't a fluke. Going back to a more European setup during the break — I get that instinctively. American-style stiff setups fly, sure, but the corner entry to exit feel is different. Still working out the chemistry with KTM this year, and hearing him say that straight up is refreshing.