MotoGP could soon ban a new type of aerodynamic device called leg wings. These are small winglets placed behind the rider’s legs on the side of the bike. Aprilia first used them on their RS-GP bike and later Honda added them to their machines too. The idea is that these wings help with stability and speed, especially when the bike is leaned over in corners.

However, some people in the sport are worried about safety. A new proposal has been given to the Grand Prix Commission. It says these mid-bike winglets should be removed because they might make accidents more dangerous, for example by catching a rider’s leg in a crash. There have not been any injuries caused by the wings yet, but MotoGP safety rules allow changes before something bad happens.

Normally, all five MotoGP manufacturers must agree before a rule is changed. But if the rule is about safety, it can be passed without everyone saying yes. This means the ban could be approved quite quickly.

The plan also includes a new bodywork exclusion zone. This would be a special area on the bike where teams would not be allowed to add wings or aerodynamic parts. The area would start 800mm in front of the rear tyre and stretch back to the current limit of 450mm, leaving a much cleaner shape in the middle of the bike.

Some people hoped the ban could start next season. But the Valencia test, which counts as the first part of the 2026 season, has already happened. Also, MotoGP is planning a lot of aerodynamic changes for 2027, when the engine size will drop to 850cc to slow the bikes slightly and improve racing. So any ban might wait until the new era begins.

For now, MotoGP continues to look for the best balance between exciting technology, fast racing and rider safety.