Raul Fernandez and Ai Ogura have unveiled two striking Trackhouse Aprilia 2026 MotoGP liveries, marking a pivotal moment as the American squad enters its third year in the premier class.
The dramatic reveal which took place during a high-profile launch event in Milan showcased two distinct designs: the team’s primary updated livery and a Gulf special edition livery in collaboration with the long-term partner, destined to turn heads at five key Grands Prix throughout the year.
As the final season of the 1000cc era approaches its curtain call before the seismic shift to 850cc machines in 2027, Trackhouse Racing’s decision to debut these liveries underscores their ambition to blend American flair with Aprilia’s Italian engineering prowess, positioning Fernandez and Ogura as pivotal figures in the manufacturer’s four-rider assault on the championship.
The event itself was a masterclass in MotoGP theater with the riders donning white lab coats over their leathers before dramatically peeling them back to expose the vibrant schemes on the RS-GP26 prototypes, drawing immediate praise from fans for their aggressive aesthetics and marketing savvy.
The primary Trackhouse Aprilia livery for 2026 represents a refined departure from the blue-and-yellow palette that dominated much of the 2025 season, incorporating sleeker lines, bolder contrasts, and subtle nods to the team’s Nashville roots while maintaining a professional edge suited for high-speed combat.
The new base design emphasizes aerodynamic harmony with Aprilia’s factory-spec updates, featuring a matte black foundation accented by sharp electric blue streaks that evoke speed and precision, interspersed with Trackhouse’s signature white and red highlights that pop under track lighting.
Complementing the main design is the iconic Gulf special edition livery, a throwback-inspired scheme that will adorn both Trackhouse Aprilia RS-GPs at five strategically selected events: Thailand, Brazil, Italy, Indonesia, and Malaysia, chosen for their passionate fanbases and commercial potential.
This partnership, which debuted successfully in 2025, pays homage to motorsport heritage with its glossy blue base, emblazoned with the unmistakable Gulf oil logo in bright orange, accented by white pinstripes and subtle American flag motifs that celebrate Trackhouse’s transatlantic identity.
Raul Fernandez, who etched his name into history with Trackhouse’s maiden MotoGP victory at Phillip Island in 2025, described the livery as a “perfect reflection of the team’s momentum.”
The Spanish sensation enters 2026 riding a wave of career-high confidence after a breakthrough 2025 that saw him surge to tenth in the riders’ standings, capped by that unforgettable Phillip Island triumph where he overcame a sluggish start to master the RS-GP’s quirks under wet conditions.
Ai Ogura, meanwhile, arrives as MotoGP’s rising Japanese star locked in for his sophomore assault after Trackhouse secured him on a multi-year deal back in August 2024, pairing youthful hunger with proven pedigree from Moto2 where he nearly clinched the title.
Ogura’s 2025 debut dazzled with a sixth place at Buriram and consistent points finishes, despite an early-season injury that prevented a repeat of his standout opener, building invaluable data for Aprilia’s four-rider development pool.
Both riders will retain factory-spec machinery as they prepare to debut Trackhouse Aprilia 2026 MotoGP liveries on track at Sepang’s official test from February 3-5.
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