Miguel Oliveira said he may accept a test rider position with Aprilia Racing for the 2026 MotoGP season, but the Portuguese rider must first receive approval from BMW. Oliveira signed with the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team before the Indonesian Grand Prix and will switch from MotoGP to World Superbike competition next year.
The 29-year-old rider emphasized that racing remains his top priority, but he acknowledged Aprilia wants full commitment from any test rider. Oliveira said BMW must decide whether allowing him to work with Aprilia conflicts with the German manufacturer's motorsport plans.
The rider suggested BMW may not enter MotoGP because of the significant financial investment required for a competitive campaign. Oliveira said the company's motorsport strategy appears clear, but he left open the possibility that BMW could permit him to test for Aprilia.
The 29-year-old rider emphasized that racing remains his top priority, but he acknowledged Aprilia wants full commitment from any test rider. Oliveira said BMW must decide whether allowing him to work with Aprilia conflicts with the German manufacturer's motorsport plans.
The rider suggested BMW may not enter MotoGP because of the significant financial investment required for a competitive campaign. Oliveira said the company's motorsport strategy appears clear, but he left open the possibility that BMW could permit him to test for Aprilia.
